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Fuquay-Varina Town Board Meeting Minutes Book - Page Fuquay-Varina Town Board Meeting February 18, 2025 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, February 18, 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 Teresa Wilder, Town Clerk James S. Adcock, III, Town Attorney Mayor Blake Massengill, Mayor Pro-Tem Marilyn Gardner, Commissioners William Harris, Bryan Haynes, Charlie Adcock, and Jason Wunsch were in attendance. Also in attendance were Town Manager Adam Mitchell, Assistant Town Manager Mark Matthews, Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour, Town Attorney James Adcock, 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 Commissioner Jason Wunsch provided the invocation, and Environmental Program Coordination Jennifer Mitchell led the Pledge of Allegiance. VIRTUAL MEETING PROTOCOL Town Manager Mitchell reviewed the meeting protocol, noting that it was in-person and live-streamed on the Town’s YouTube Channel and Facebook Page. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3A The February 3, 2025, Town Board of Commissioners Regular Scheduled Meeting. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner SECOND: Commissioner Haynes MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) PRESENTATIONS 4A Fuquay-Varina Community Survey – 2024 – The item was removed from the agenda due to weather, and the presenter could not attend the meeting. 4B Proclamation - National Engineers Week - February 16-22, 2025 Purpose – For Mayor Massengill to present a proclamation recognizing National Engineers Week in Fuquay-Varina. Mayor Massengill emphasized engineers' crucial role in the Town of Fuquay-Varina, highlighting their vital contributions to various departments such as Engineering, Public Utilities, and Public Works. As part of their duties, these engineers ensure that infrastructure projects are designed, constructed, and installed safely and of high quality. From water and sewer systems to roads and facilities, engineers are responsible for upholding strict standards to protect taxpayers' investments and maximize the longevity of public funds. In recognition of their expertise, Mayor Massengill publicly acknowledged all Town employees who serve as engineers and took a moment to declare February 16-22, 2025, as Engineers Week in Fuquay-Varina. PUBLIC COMMENTS 5A No one chose to speak during public comments. ITEMS PREVIOUSLY TABLED 6A No items were previously tabled for the February 18, 2025 Town Board meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7A Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget – Pre-Budget Public Input Hearing Purpose – To receive comments from the public regarding matters related to the development of the Town’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget. Staff Comments – Assistant Town Manager Mark Matthews 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. The Town of Fuquay-Varina staff is beginning to develop a proposed operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The purpose of the public hearing is to solicit and receive input and feedback from the community regarding priorities and specific programs and initiatives that the public would like the Town Board and management to consider during the budget development process. The public is encouraged to offer input regarding projects, priorities, level of service, and fees. The public hearing is a courtesy that the Town Board extends to the public; however, it is not a requirement prescribed by North Carolina General Statutes. The intent is for the Governing Board to consider the information provided and allow the Board to give direction to staff regarding the formulation of the annual budget plan. In addition to this public hearing, the Town is seeking input from the public by accepting comments through the Let's Talk FV Community Engagement tool. The survey was promoted on the Town's website and social media pages. The survey went live on January 7 and will be available for Town residents to respond to through the pre-budget public hearing on February 18. Management recommends holding the public hearing to receive input for developing the upcoming budget.  Public Hearing – The public hearing was opened. Eric Christofferson, 504 E. Academy Street, spoke regarding the museum's inadequate space and would like to see the building expanded. The public hearing was closed. Discussion – Mayor Massengill thanked Mr. Christofferson for his input. He noted that the Town Board continues to explore opportunities with the museum so the public and schools can be aware of the great history here in Fuquay-Varina. Recommendation – NO ACTION RECOMMENDED The purpose of this hearing is to receive public comment before developing the FY 2025-2026 Recommended Budget. CONSENT AGENDA 8A. Voluntary Annexation Petition - Dorsey A. Jackson, Jr. & Diana Jackson Smail, 1655 Holland Road - PIN 0676106515 - ANX-2025-01 Purpose – To consider the adoption of a resolution instructing the Town Clerk to investigate an annexation petition and adopt a resolution setting a public hearing for March 3, 2025, following the receipt of a petition for voluntary annexation of property owned by Dorsey A. Jackson, Jr. & Diana Jackson Smail, properties containing a total of approximately 26.324 acres. Recommendation – Adopt the resolution instructing the Town Clerk to investigate the voluntary annexation petition and adopt the resolution setting the public hearing for a voluntary annexation petition on March 3, 2025, for properties owned by Dorsey A. Jackson, Jr. & Diana Jackson Smail - ANX-2025-01 as presented and recommended. Resolution No. 25-1911 Resolution No. 25-1912 8B. Roadway Fee-In-Lieu – Everbrook Academy (Jones Lake) Project Purpose – To consider approval of a Roadway Fee-In-Lieu payment for roadway improvements related to the Everbrook Academy (Jones Lake) Project for $65,727.50.  Recommendation – Approve $65,727.50 as a fee-in-lieu payment for roadway improvements associated with the Everbrook Academy (Jones Lake) Project as presented and recommended. 8C. Special Event Application, Amplified Sound Permit, Road Closure, and Closure of Varina Parking Lot for the FVDA’s Chili Cook-off & Car Show March 8, 2025 Purpose – To consider the Special Event Permit, Amplified Sound Permit, Road Closure, and Closure of Varina Parking Facility for the FVDA Chili Cook-off and Car Show Scheduled for March 8, 2025. Recommendation – Approve a Special Event Permit, Amplified Sound Permit, Road Closure, and Closure of Varina Parking Facility for the FVDA Chili Cook-off and Car Show Scheduled for March 8, 2025, and alternate rain date of Saturday, March 22, 2025. 8D. Special Event Application and Amplified Sound Permit Request – Live Band at Mason Jar Lager Co. - March 15, 2025 Purpose – To consider approving a Special Event Application and Amplified Sound Permit Request for a Live Band event at Mason Jar Lager Co. scheduled for March 15, 2025. Recommendation – Approve Special Event Application and Amplified Sound Permit Request for the Mason Jar Lager Co. Live Band event scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025, as presented and recommended. 8E. Special Event Application and Amplified Sound Permit Request - Fainting Goat’s Annual St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser, Sunday, March 23, 2025  Purpose – To consider approval of a Special Event Application and Amplified Sound Permit Request - Fainting Goat’s Annual St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser, Sunday, March 23, 2025 Recommendation – Consider approval of Special Event Application and Amplified Sound Permit Request for Fainting Goat’s Annual St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser, scheduled for Sunday, March 23, 2025 8F. Budget Amendment - Recognize Donation - Fire Department - BA-25-15 - $5,000 Purpose – To consider approving a budget amendment recognizing funds recently received from a donation. Recommendation – Approve the Budget Amendment BA-25-15 to recognize a donation as presented and recommended. 8G. Budget Amendment - Utilities Capital Equipment - $150,000 - (BA-25-17) Purpose – To consider approving a budget amendment to fund the expense of renting and purchasing a 4-inch portable pump. Recommendation – Approve Budget Amendment BA-25-17 as presented and recommended. 8H. Resolution - Cost Principles Policy Purpose – To consider approval of a Cost Principles Policy. Recommendation – Approve the attached Cost Principles Policy as presented and recommended, subject to the Town Attorney's review. Resolution No. 25-1913 8I. Resolution - Internal Control Policy for ARP/CSLFRF Funds Purpose – To consider approval of the Internal Control Policy for ARP/CSLFRF Funds. Recommendation – Approve the attached Internal Control Policy for ARP/CSLFRF Funds as presented and recommended, subject to Town Attorney review as to form. Resolution No. 25-1914 A motion was made to approve all Consent Agenda Items 8A- 8I. MOTION Commissioner Wunsch SECOND: Commissioner Adcock MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT 9A There were no items removed from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 10A Consultant Selection - Construction Management at Risk Services – Public Service Center, Phase II Purpose – To consider approving the professional services selection of the Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) firm for the Public Service Center-Phase II project. Staff Comments – Public Work Director Tracy Stephenson 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. The Town Board of Commissioners recently awarded the Withers Ravenel and Teeple Architects team a contract for architectural and engineering design services for the Public Service Center - Phase II project. Town management and staff have researched opportunities to maximize the success of Town facility construction projects and have found that the Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) delivery method is a tool that many other public entities in North Carolina have had success with delivering quality projects while mitigating schedule, financial, and legal risk for the Town. CMAR has become a common and popular tool for municipalities, counties, and school districts, and the best practice is to engage a Construction Manager (CM) early in the schematic design phase of the project so that the construction manager can work collaboratively with the architect to review proposed designs for constructability and clarity. This advanced planning collaboration can reduce schedule risk and minimize the likelihood of change orders during construction. Additionally, the CMAR process will allow the construction manager to prequalify and reach out to subcontractors and bid out a project in smaller trade packages, improving small, women, and minority-owned businesses' participation in public projects. Upon award of bids, the CMAR firm will establish a guaranteed maximum price with the Town and will be paid a fee based on a percentage of construction cost to manage the project to the final budget. Under NC G.S. §143-64.31, Construction Manager at Risk firms must be selected based on demonstrated competence and qualification for the type of professional services required without regard to fee. After choosing a qualified CM, the Town and the selected firm will negotiate a contract for those services at a fair and reasonable cost with the best-qualified firm. This approach was used for the recent construction of Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center, and Town Management and Staff were pleased with the process. Using the CMAR process with a well-qualified team was a significant component in delivering Community Center North ahead of schedule and under budget. In January 2025, the Town issued a Request for Qualifications and received three submittals. The review team, including representatives from Town Management, Parks, Recreation, Cultural Resources, Public Utilities, and Public Works, were pleased to receive qualifications from well- qualified firms. After reviewing the submittals, the selection team narrowed the list to two finalists, Edifice and Bobbitt, who were interviewed on February 4, 2025. Following these interviews, Edifice was selected by the project team as the best-qualified firm, with Bobbitt as the second best-qualified firm, based on evaluation criteria including Project Approach and Understanding of the Project Objectives and Constraints, Experience on Similar Projects, Demonstrated Excellence with Projects of Similar Scope and Scale, Demonstrated Ability to Meet Project Schedule and Budget, Team organization and experience, and quality of submittal. The CM contract will be performed in THREE Phases, which are as follows: PHASE I PRE-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: Project Review, Value Analysis, Schedule Management, Logistics and Phasing Plan (site specific), Quality Control / Quality Assurance (QC/QA), Construction Cost Model / Estimates, Coordination of Contract Documents PHASE II PRE-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES/GMP: Preliminary Guaranteed Maximum Price (pGMP) (with a Town option to not move forward with a GMP), Bidding Services (including bidder outreach, solicitation of bidders, prequalification of bidders, and opening and review of bids consistent with NCGS). PHASE III CONSTRUCTION SERVICES The CM firm manages the construction project for the Town of Fuquay-Varina as an open book project. A Guaranteed Maximum Price will be established based on the accepted subcontractor bids. The Construction Manager will manage all subcontractors on the project and schedule and hold regular meetings at which the Owner, Architect, Construction Manager, and appropriate subcontractors can discuss the status of the work and provide monthly written reports to the owner and architect on work progress. The Construction Manager shall maintain a daily log containing a record of weather, subcontractors working on the site, number of workers, work accomplished, problems encountered, and other relevant data. The log shall be available to the Owner and Architect. The Construction Manager will be responsible for cost control, including regular monitoring of actual costs for activities in progress and estimates for uncompleted tasks and proposed changes. The construction manager shall identify variances between actual and estimated costs and report the variances to the owner and architect. The manager shall regularly provide this information in monthly reports to the owner, owner’s designated representative, and architect. Town Management and staff have reviewed references and background information on both firms. Based on this information and the qualifications and experience shared in the RFQ response  and interview, Management and staff are pleased to recommend selecting Edifice as the most qualified firm for this project, with Bobbitt as the second most qualified. Per North Carolina General Statutes, Town management will attempt to negotiate acceptable scope and fee terms with the most qualified firm. Still, it can move to the next most qualified firm if the two entities cannot agree on a scope and fee. Subject to the recommended action this evening, a proposed contract with a scope and cost will be brought to a future Town Board Meeting for consideration. The project budget for Phase II of the Public Service Center includes funding for design and pre- construction services. Town management and staff anticipate bringing a negotiated scope and fee with terms to a future Town Board meeting. Discussion—Mayor Massengill noted that Edifice built the Community Center North ahead of schedule and under budget. He would like to see the same happen for the expansion of the Public Service Center. Recommendation – Designate Edifice Construction as the best-qualified firm for Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) services for the Public Service Center – Phase II project consistent with NCGS 143-128.1, and authorize the Town Manager or designee to negotiate scope and fee, subject to the Town Attorney review as to form. In addition, Bobbitt is designated as the next best-qualified firm. MOTION: Commissioner Haynes SECOND: Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) 10B Contract Award, Budget Amendment, and Project Ordinance Amendment – HL-0042 Judd Parkway and Highway 55 Intersection Improvements Purpose – To approve a Budget Amendment and Project Ordinance Amendment in the amount of $1,800,000 and to award a contract to S.T. Wooten for $1,908,050.75 to construct the Judd Parkway and Highway 55 Intersection Improvements (HL-0042) 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 then provided information about the agenda item by making the following remarks. The Town was awarded grant funding for a project in FY 2021-2022 to provide operational improvements at the intersection of Judd Parkway and Highway 55. The project will provide for a dedicated left turn lane, dedicated through lanes, and dual right turn lanes on the eastern portion of the intersection. Improvements will include signal upgrades, new sidewalks, crosswalks, curb and gutter, and storm drainage. These improvements will increase intersection capacity and provide safety enhancements for pedestrians and vehicles. The construction contract was advertised on December 19, 2024, and bids were publicly opened on February 4, 2025, at the John W. Byrne Municipal Building. S. T. Wooten Corporation submitted the lowest responsive and responsible bid of $1,908,050.75. Construction will commence in Spring 2025, with project completion expected by Fall 2026. Town staff recommends the approval of this Budget Amendment and Project Ordinance Amendment, awarding the Judd Parkway and Highway 55 Intersection Improvements Project (HL- 0042) contract to S. T. Wooten Corporation for $1,908,050.75 and authorizing the Town Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the Town, subject to the Town Attorney’s review as to form. The Town Board has previously established a project ordinance of $1,872,183.00 to design and construct this transportation improvement project. Existing project funds comprise $1,497,745.00 (80%) in Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) funds (LAPP/CMAQ) and $374,438.00 (20%) in Town Match. A project ordinance amendment of $1,800,000 is needed to fully fund and start the project. The Town was awarded funding for this project in FY 2021-2022. Due to increased construction costs, an additional $1,800,000 is needed to complete the project. Town Staff have engaged NCDOT and CAMPO to seek further funding to cover the cost of overages and will bring a supplemental funding agreement to the Town Board for approval at a future meeting. If received, supplemental funding will be awarded at a 50/50 match. A Reimbursement and Settlement Agreement dated October 9, 2019, between the Town and Brookfield Properties, LLC, obligates the developer who owns property contiguous to the intersection project, Brookfield Properties, LLC, to reimburse the Town for costs related to the design and construction of the project, including Town matching funds in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000. The developer owns vacant property that will be developed in the future. The developer will be responsible for roadway improvements to this intersection once it is developed. The attached budget amendment utilizes revenues from the Roadway Fee-in-Lieu Northwest account of $1,035,000 and the Roadway Fee-in-Lieu South account of $765,000. The project ordinance amendment appropriates $1,800,000.00 for the additional costs of the project from these accounts. If supplemental funding is awarded to the Town and as project costs are reimbursed by Brookfield Properties, LLC, the Town will reimburse funding to the Roadway FIL accounts. Discussion—Mayor Massengill noted that when this project is finished, it will have a left turn lane, two straight lanes, and two right lanes. This project, designed by professional engineers, will move traffic through the intersection. Mayor Massengill asked what the time frame was for the project. Engineering Director Matt Poling stated that the project will start in the spring of 2025 and be completed within 12 to 18 months. Commissioner Haynes noted that he was excited to see this project for approval due to so many accidents he has seen at this intersection due to blind spots and turning into Food Lion. Recommendation—1) Approve a Budget Amendment (BA-25-16) in the amount of $1,800,000, along with its corresponding Project Ordinance Amendment (POA-25-16); and 2) Award a contract for the construction of the Judd Parkway and Highway 55 Intersection Improvements (HL-0042)  to S.T. Wooten for $1,908,050.75 and authorize the Town Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the Town, subject to the Town Attorney’s review as to form. Ordinance No. N-25-07 MOTION: Maor Pro-Tem Gardner SECOND: Commissioner Adcock MOTION RESULTS: Passed Unanimously (5-0) OTHER BUSINESS 11.A Manager’s Report Town Manager Adam Mitchell gave the additional following updates: o Parks and Recreation—The Parks and Recreation Department held a ribbon cutting for the Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center on February 4, 2025. He noted that the center has had over 17,500 visitors, processed 543 transactions, distributed over 1,000 memberships, and had 350 people use the drop-in option for racquetball, fitness track, and open gym. o The Public Works — The Streets Department has finished pretreating the road with brine today. The Sanitation Department aims to complete Wednesday’s recycling pickups before weather conditions worsen. Both departments will adjust plans based on developing weather conditions for Wednesday and Thursday. o Arts Center – The Fuquay-Varina Dance Team will compete in their first dance competition in Durham this weekend, and we wish them good luck. The Gin Games opens this Friday, and Shana Tucker will sing Sade at the Arts Center next Friday. Submissions are open for the 3 rd Annual Fuquay Film Festival. o Fire Department – Fire Station #4 was awarded the 2025 SPACE Award for Top State/County/Municipal Project from the Triangle Business Journal on February 13, 2025. Bobbit Construction has submitted over 30 other projects over the years, and this is the first time they have submitted a project that they won. He reported that the four new fire engines will arrive here on Thursday afternoon, depending on the weather. Joe Thieme received a career ladder promotion from Firefighter I to Firefighter II. Captain Mike Altier received the Town Employee of the Year Award from the Fuquay-Varina Woman’s Club at their February 10, 2025, meeting. He was recognized for his commitment to his profession, fire service,  dedication to the department, and community service with Sleep and Heavenly Peace nonprofit group. o Finance – The Finance Department has begun evaluating departmental budget requests and analyzing revenues as staff has worked to develop a budget and five-year plan that will be balanced and aligned with the Town’s Strategic Plan. A request for proposal was sent out last week for installment financing for the replacement of the fire engines, and it will come to the Town Board in March for approval. o Engineering – The Engineering Department held preconstruction meetings this month for three projects: the Jones Street Sidewalk Project, the Southeast Judd Sidewalk Project, and the Downtown Varina Pedestrian Improvement Project. Construction on these projects will begin in March. o Public Utilities – The Public Utilities Department repaired a water line break at NC 55 and Dickens Road last night. The waterline repair for Wagstaff Road and South Main Street is scheduled for tonight. Waterline bids for Ennis Street were open today and are under budget. The contract award will be presented to the Town Board for consideration and approval at a March meeting. 11.B Financial Quarterly Report – 2nd Quarter FY 2025 11.C State of the Town Address – March 3, 2025 - Town Hall Board Room - 6:30 pm 11. D Coffee with a Cop - Eggs Up Grill - 1436 N Main Street – Wednesday, March 5, 2025 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am 11.E Zoning Map Amendment & Land Use Plan Amendment - New Waters Recovery North Carolina RTC, LLC - 6321 Johnson Pond Road - PIN 0677277435 - REZ-2024-17 - (FIRST READING) - (Sigmund) 11.F Zoning Map Amendment - Holland South Estates, LLC - 8514 Purfoy Road - PIN 0666613612 - REZ-2024-18 - (FIRST READING) - (Sigmund) 11.G Zoning Map Amendment & Land Use Plan Amendment - MacKenan Property Group - 1900 & 1924 North Broad Street & 0 Dickens Road - PINs 0657772966, 0657774574, & 0657772966 - REZ-2024-20 - (FIRST READING) - (Sigmund) BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS Commissioner Harris expressed his enthusiasm for the Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center, citing numerous positive conversations about the facility since the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event sparked community members' excitement and showcased our town's core values. He thanked staff and management, particularly Parks and Recreation Director Jonathan Cox, for bringing this project to fruition. He received an inquiry from a new resident seeking guidance on how to visually experience Fuquay- Varina’s historical heritage. This inquiry reinforced the need for an expanded museum facility, which would provide a platform to showcase and share the rich heritage of Fuquay-Varina with its residents. Commissioner Adcock had no comments. Commissioner Wunsch expressed his pride in the Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center, stating that it's impossible not to feel proud of the Town of Fuquay-Varina when visiting this impressive facility. He has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from the public, with many praising the center as a wonderful space for adults and children to enjoy. He highlighted the Community Center North's exceptional reputation, citing interest from other municipalities looking to model their facilities after it. This is just another example of Fuquay-Varina's commitment to excellence. He congratulated Josh Cooper, a standout sophomore athlete at Willow Spring High School, who recently achieved an impressive state championship and third-place national ranking in the 500-meter event. Additionally, he expressed his enthusiasm for the Chamber Economic Summit bus tour, which he found informative and engaging. He praised Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour as a knowledgeable tour guide, ensuring all participants had a valuable experience. Commissioner Haynes has been fielding numerous calls from municipalities statewide expressing interest in visiting the Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center. He recently attended the Economic Development Summit and was impressed by Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour's informative presentation, which provided valuable insights into the town's current initiatives. The speaker from Elkin, North Carolina, also proved to be a valuable resource for local business owners. Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner concurred with all comments made about the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center. She expressed gratitude that the Town Board opted to incorporate the project's second phase, which was cost savings for the Town. She also appreciated Eric Christofferson for advocating for additional space in the museum. Additionally, she shared the sad news that Tim Carroll, who was involved with the museum, passed away this week. The community will celebrate his life on March 29, 2025, at the New Hope Railroad facility. Mayor Massengill reported that this year's Economic Development Summit saw an increase in attendance compared to last year, with many positive comments received about the event. He specifically commended Assistant Planning Director Melissa Sigmund for her work as a bus tour guide, which attendees well received. He thanked her and Assistant Town Manager Jim Seymour for their efforts to make the summit successful. Despite strong attendance at Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center, some activities/programs require a fee from non-residents. The Mayor reported that in town, residents can generally attend with no fee. He expressed pride in the staff’s work, highlighting their excellent job organizing various community events. He mentioned attending South Park Community Center's Daddy/Daughter Dance and praised its success. Additionally, he noted that the Arts Center hosted a similar event over the weekend, which also went well. He took a moment to thank all town staff for their efforts in preparing for the inclement weather ahead and urged everyone to prioritize their safety and warmth during this time. The following are Mayor Massengill’s past and future events: Past Events 2/4 – Ribbon Cutting – Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center 2/4 – Chamber “The Happiest Hour” 2/5 – Coffee with a Cop – First Bank 2/7 – Metro Mayors Weekly Meeting 2/7 – Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Fuq’n Vinyl 2/7 – Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance at Community Center  2/8 – Mayor to Visit Blake Logan and wish him a Happy 7 th Birthday 2/11 – FVDA Board Meeting 2/11 – 2025 Economic Development Summit 2/12 – Business Exchange Breakfast 2/12 – Speaking to Ballentine Elementary 3rd Grade Class 2/13 – Chamber Ribbon Cutting – A+K Training Center 2/14 – Metro Mayors Weekly Meeting 2/17 – Wake County Mayors Association Upcoming Events 2/19 – CAMPO Executive Board Meeting 2/20 – Chamber Business After Hours 2/22 – Community Event for Fuquay Emergency Food Pantry 2/24 – Police Swearing In 2/25 – Chamber Ribbon Cutting -Carson Creative 2/26 – Chamber Board of Directors 2/28 – Metro Mayors Weekly Meeting 3/3 – State of the Town Address – 6:30 pm ADJOURNMENT A motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 7:47 p.m. MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tem Gardner SECOND: Commissioner Adcock MOTION RESULT: Passed Unanimously (5-0) The minutes from the February 18, 2025, regularly scheduled meeting of the Town Board of Commissioners are adopted this 3rd day of March in the year 2025 in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. FUQUAY-VARINA, NORTH CAROLINA J. Blake Massengill, Mayor ATTEST (TOWN SEAL) Teresa Wilder, Town Clerk