Board of Commissioners

Town of Swansboro Board of Commissioners February 25, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes In attendance: Mayor William Justice, Mayor Pro Tem Jeffrey Conaway, Commissioner Pat Turner, Commissioner Joseph Brown, and Commissioner Douglas Eckendorf. The board had one vacancy. ********************************** Call to Order/Opening Prayer/Pledge The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm and Mayor Justice led the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Comment Margaret Poindexter of 626 West Fire Tower Road spoke, representing herself and her mother, a resident of The Landings of Swansboro. She expressed gratitude to the fire department and officials who responded to an incident at The Landings, praising their efforts in relocating residents and ensuring their safe return. She specifically thanked Mr. Ingram for his role in facilitating the process. Adoption of Agenda and Consent Items On a motion by Commissioner Eckendorf, seconded by Commissioner Turner, the agenda and the below consent items were adopted unanimously. - December 10, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes - December 10, 2024, Closed Session Minutes - Budget Ordinance Amendment #2025-7 Appointments/Recognitions/Presentations Recognition – The Landing Incident Response Fire Chief Jacob Randall recognized the extraordinary efforts of various agencies who responded to the emergency at The Landings of Swansboro on January 24, 2025. He detailed the incident, which involved an electrical issue causing a small fire at the senior assisted living facility. Chief Randall highlighted the successful evacuation of 47 residents and all facility personnel to a temporary facility in Jacksonville. He issued a meritorious unit citation to all involved personnel from Swansboro Fire Department, Police Department, Building Inspections, Onslow County Emergency Management, EMS, Morehead City Fire and EMS, Novant Healthcare, New Hanover Regional EMS, and Jacksonville Fire and Emergency Services. ARP Projects Update Parks & Recreation Director, Anna Stanley, provided an update on the following ARP-funded projects: Page 1 of 7   Splash Pad Enhancement: The area around the splash pad was expanded by 5 feet, with a concrete seating wall added. Two 16x20 shades were installed, covering the extended patio area. Additional seating and picnic tables will be added in spring, with a grand reopening planned for May.  Basketball Courts: Resurfacing and new equipment installation are in progress, expected to be completed soon.  Outdoor Restrooms: New toilets were installed in Bicentennial Park, Pirate's Den, and Municipal Park. Some plumbing issues are still being addressed.  Water Fountains: New water fountains with bottle fillers were installed in the recreation center. Public Hearing CAMA Future Land Use Map Amendment for parcels on W Corbett Ave from RA to Suburban Town Center Planner Rebecca Brehmer reviewed that Flybridge Swansboro LLC, sought to amend the future land use map designation for tax parcels 19494 and 27733. These parcels were proposed to change from Rural Agricultural (RA) to Suburban Town Center (STC). This amendment marked the initial step in a three-step approval process aimed at facilitating a mixed-use development project. The public hearing was opened at 6:14 pm. Kyle Fountain, an attorney for Flybridge Swansboro LLC, provided a detailed explanation of the application. He discussed the current land designations and emphasized how the proposed change aligns with Swansboro's long-term planning goals. Mr. Fountain highlighted the plan to change the existing RA-designated land to one that could support a variety of uses. He pointed out that this re-designation could help meet the growing demand for both residential and commercial development. Corey Mabus, representing Flybridge LLC and Carolina Commercial Contractors, shared a vision for careful and responsible growth. Responding to community concerns, Mabus discussed the challenges and solutions related to school capacity, traffic management, and the economic benefits of the project. Mr. Mabus emphasized that Flybridge is aware of these issues and is committed to addressing them carefully, ensuring the development complements Swansboro’s existing infrastructure and community values. Brad Schuller from Paramount Engineering presented the updated concept plan, which included six commercial lots along the growing Highway 24 area and a central section of multi-family housing on the property. He explained how the plan aimed to balance business and residential areas in a way that supports economic growth while meeting the needs of the community. Page 2 of 7 John Plegman, local architect, also spoke positively about the project. He highlighted his extensive experience with Carolina Commercial and vouched for their integrity and ability to responsibly work within the community's guidelines. Mr. Plegman emphasized that the present land use designation is a misfit for current needs and expressed trust in Carolina Commercial to work with the community towards legitimate concerns while ensuring Swansboro's growth. Eleven citizens addressed the Board to express concerns regarding the proposed development. Speakers cited potential impacts including increased traffic congestion, school overcrowding, and strain on emergency services. Many voiced apprehensions that the density and scale of the project could overburden existing infrastructure and alter the established character of the Town of Swansboro. Common themes among the comments included the preservation of neighborhood quality of life and the long-term implications for the town’s identity. The following individuals spoke:  Frank Cizerle, 303 River Reach Court  Ed Binanay, 222 Elm Street  Elanie Sioufi, 717 Phillips Drive  Wayne Herbert, 102 Oyster Bay Road  Jamie Petani, 2102 Holly Hills Court  Ryan Rockriver, 418 Patriots Point Lane  Constance Proctor, 111 Jones Road  Debbie Walker, 120 Camp Queen Road  Joyce Johnson, 195 Peninsula Manor Lane  Rita Blackburn, 524 Sabiston Drive Junior Freeman of 714 W. Corbett Avenue, a local realtor and former town board member, advocated for the project. Mr. Freeman pointed out the demand for affordable housing and economic development, arguing that such a project was essential for regional growth and would address prevailing housing deficits sustainably. The public hearing was closed at 7:33 pm, and the board took a 3-minute recess. On a motion by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Eckendorf, for approval of Resolution 2025-R2, for the proposed amendment to the CAMA Land Use Plan Map, changing the site from a RA (rural/agricultural) designation to a Suburban Town Center. The vote was 2:2. Ayes: Brown, Eckendorf, Noes: Conaway, Turner Breaking the tie vote in accordance with Town Code § 3.2 which designates “Where there is an equal division on a question, the mayor shall determine the matter by his vote”, Mayor Justice opted against the amendment. Page 3 of 7 Mayor Justice explained that his decision was guided by a commitment to representing citizen concerns, balancing the potential long-term benefits of growth with the community’s expressed values and priorities. Mayor Pro Tem Conaway emphasized the importance of sticking to the town’s existing land use plans to avoid setting a precedent of changing them too readily. Commissioner Pat Turner thanked the citizens for their participation and acknowledged the merits of the proposal but felt it was not the right time for the project. Commissioner Doug Eckendorf emphasized that growth in Swansboro is inevitable and highlighted the importance of respecting property rights in development decisions. He acknowledged that while many residents value the town's small-town charm, change is constant, and areas now zoned for rural use will eventually support higher-density development. He praised the Flybridge presentation for addressing traffic, environmental, and infrastructure concerns, and encouraged logical, forward-thinking planning despite the emotional nature of public input. Eckendorf noted that growth must be managed in a way that balances community values with the realities of development. Commissioner Joe Brown expressed disappointment with the decision, stating that the town missed an opportunity to improve local resources and support economic growth through the proposed development. He noted the project’s alignment with the land use plan and highlighted the preparation efforts made by the developer, including plans for traffic, environmental care, and infrastructure. Commissioner Brown mentioned the potential financial benefits for the town and questioned whether Swansboro was ready to take advantage of growth opportunities. He also expressed concern that the opposition did not reflect the views of most residents and stressed the need to consider long-term economic impacts to support key services like EMS. Following the denial of the CAMA Land Use Plan Map amendment, the applicant withdrew their rezoning application. Business Non-Consent Board of Commissioner Vacancy Town Manager Jon Barlow presented the options for filling the vacant commissioner seat, resulting from appointing Mr. Justice, who had filled the mayor's position following the resignation of the previous mayor. This appointment process was complicated by a conflict between the North Carolina general statutes and the town charter. Mr. Barlow elaborated on the differences: while the town charter mandates the Board to appoint someone to fill the full unexpired term until November 2027, the general statutes offer an alternative that the appointment would be only until the next municipal election in November 2025, followed by a special election to complete the remaining term. Page 4 of 7 During the discussion, board members shared different views on how to fill the empty seat. Some supported a shorter option that would lead to a special election, while others preferred following the town’s rules to appoint someone for the full remaining term to keep things steady. A motion to follow the NCGS to fill the vacancy through November 2025 was made by Mayor Pro Tem Conaway and seconded by Commissioner Turner. The vote was 2:2. Ayes: Conaway, Turner Noes: Brown, Eckendorf Breaking the tie vote in accordance with Town Code § 3.2 which designates “Where there is an equal division on a question, the mayor shall determine the matter by his vote”, Mayor Justice opted against filling the vacancy following the NCGS. Therefore, the appointment made to fill the vacancy would be in accordance with the Town Charter for the unexpired term until November 2027. The Board agreed to open applications for the vacant commissioner seat starting on February 26, 2025, and ending on March 19, 2025, and the applicants would be considered for appointment at the March 25, 2025, meeting. Funding Request – PirateFest Parks & Recreation Director Anna Stanley presented a request for $3,000 to support the annual PirateFest, a Swansboro tradition for the past 14 years. Now held in collaboration with Onslow County Parks and Recreation, the event takes place on the second Saturday in May and draws approximately 6,000 to 7,000 attendees during a six-hour period— reflecting a 77% increase in attendance since 2019. PirateFest featured historical reenactments, pirate encampments, folk music, sword-fighting demonstrations, live mermaids, and interactive displays that provide both entertainment and educational value. Director Stanley reported that the total budget for the event was estimated at $14,000. Swansboro TDA had already contributed $2,000, and Onslow County Parks and Recreation remains a major partner, covering over 50% of the costs and providing staffing support. Additional funding was supplemented by in-kind media partnerships, including radio promotions and coverage in Our State Magazine. An analysis using Placer.ai data indicated a strong local economic impact, with around 1,200 attendees patronizing local businesses.. The funding request aimed to sustain this collaborative event that enhances community engagement and supports Swansboro’s tourism economy. On a motion by Commissioner Turner, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Conaway, the allocation of $3,000 for the annual PirateFest event held each May was unanimously Page 5 of 7 approved. Subsequently, a Budget Amendment would be provided for approval at the next regular meeting. Monthly Financial Report as of Janaury 31, 2025 Finance Director Sonia Johnson presented the financial report. Key points included:  General Fund: Excess of revenues over expenditures of $863,144 (with encumbrances) and $1,084,283 (without encumbrances)  Ad Valorem tax collection at 94.61%  Overall expenditures at 50.53% of budget, 7.78% less than the monthly projection  Updates on Stormwater and Solid Waste Enterprise Funds  Summary of town debt and current loan balances  Overview of current cash and investment accounts Commissioners discussed the possibility of paying off some debts early, but it was determined that the current low interest rates make it more beneficial to maintain the existing payment schedules. Future Agenda Topics Future agenda items were shared for visibility and comments. In addition, an opportunity was provided for the board to introduce items of interest and subsequent direction for placement on future agendas. The following items were addressed: - Recognition of James Yesunas for State Title achievement Public Comment Citizens were offered an opportunity to address the Board for no more than five minutes regarding items not listed on the Agenda. No comments were made. Board Comments Commissioners thanked the citizens for their participation and the staff for their work. Commissioner Joe Brown apologized for getting "testy" with the group and expressed his belief that an opportunity had been missed with the denial of the Flybridge proposal. Mayor Justice explained his decision-making process, acknowledging the difficulty of the choice and the desire to represent the citizens' wishes. Closed Session On a motion by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Eckendorf the board entered closed session at 8:27 pm pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (3) To consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney‑client privilege between the attorney and the public body, which privilege is hereby acknowledged; and (5) to establish, or to instruct the public body's staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken by or on behalf of the public body in Page 6 of 7 negotiating the price and other material terms of a contract or proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by purchase, option, exchange, or lease. Pursuant to a motion duly made and seconded in closed session the board returned to open session with nothing to report. Adjournment On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Conaway, seconded by Commissioner Eckendorf the meeting adjourned at 9:11 pm. Page 7 of 7  5/19/2025 Regular Meeting February 25, 2025 1 1. Please turn cell phones to “off” or “vibrate”. 2. The Board offers the public three opportunities to speak during the meeting: A comment period is offered at the beginning and end of the meeting. Please note that a separate opportunity is provided for those items requiring a public hearing. Public Hearing(s) – There are 2 public hearings scheduled for this meeting. 2 1  5/19/2025 PUBLIC COMMENT Citizen opportunity to address the Board for items listed on the agenda. 3 AGENDA AND CONSENT ITEMS Action Needed: Motion to Adopt the Agenda as prepared (or amended) and approval of the Consent Items 4 2  5/19/2025 The Landing Incident Response Presenter: Jacob Randall – Fire Chief 5 ARP Projects Update Presenter: Anna Stanley – Parks & Recreation Director 6 3  5/19/2025 PUBLIC HEARING CAMA Future Land Use Map Amendment for parcels on W Corbett Ave from RA to Suburban Town Center Flybridge Swansboro LLC has submitted an application for a future land use map amendment. The amendment proposed would change the site located at Tax Parcel ID 019494 and 027733 from a RA (rural/agricultural) designation to a Suburban Town Center designation. Recommended Action: 1. Hold a public hearing 2. Motion to approve or deny Resolution 2025-R2 for proposed amendment to the CAMA Land Use Plan Map, changing the site from a RA (rural/agricultural) designation to a Suburban Town Center designation. Presenter: Rebecca Brehmer, CFM, CZO– Town Planner 7 SITE MAP 8 4  5/19/2025 CAMA FUTURE LAND USE PLAN 9 Suburban Town Center (STC) These areas are meant to be commercial activity nodes that are more auto Oriented such as the intersections of Hammocks Beach Road or Queen’s Creek Road with NC 24. In well-designed projects, a person can patronize several businesses via access easements between businesses, a secondary road network, or on foot. Uses may be mixed, generally are larger in scale and include higher density residential including townhomes, market-rate apartments with access to major thoroughfares and existing utilities. Office, civic and institutional uses may be incorporated into this land use class. Development opportunities may occur on greenfields or sites with underutilized uses ripe for redevelopment. 10 5  5/19/2025 11 Subject Site Bojangles Park City RV Preserve Subject Site Team Chevrolet Swansboro Middle Food Lion Watercrest Landing Queen’s Creek Elementary Swansboro Walmart High School 12 6  5/19/2025 Subject Site – Future Land Use Subject Site 13 Subject Site - Zoning HB (Onslow) M-1 MHS-15SF B-1 RA Subject Site G/E B-1 R10 (Onslow) RA G/E (Onslow) R-20SF 14 7  5/19/2025 Concept Plan Watercrest Landing Team Chevrolet 15 16 8  5/19/2025 STELLA 28582 HUBERT 28539 SWANSBORO 28584 17 18 9  5/19/2025 19 20 10  5/19/2025 21 22 11  5/19/2025 23 Concept Plan Watercrest Landing Team Chevrolet 24 12  5/19/2025 Concept Plan Stormwater Facilities located in the rear adjacent existing Watercrest Landing homes Existing Buffer Preservation of Wetlands Team Chevrolet 25 Concept Plan Watercrest Landing Amenity Area Internal Accessway & Sidewalks Main access located at existing signalized Right-In / Right- intersection Out Access 26 13  5/19/2025 Concept Plan Watercrest Landing Team Chevrolet Proposed Roadway Sidewalk along Improvement in Hwy 24 accordance with TIA 27 Subject Site – Future Land Use Subject Site 28 14  5/19/2025 Future Land Use Map Amendment 29 Subject Site – Future Land Use 30 15  5/19/2025 Future Land Use Map ELI Subject Site LDSN STC 31 Future Land Use Map ELI B-1 B-1 Subject Site B-1 LDSN STC 32 16  5/19/2025 Future Land Use Map Amendment • Auto-oriented business district located at nodes along NC 24. • Access to several businesses via easements, sidewalks, or a secondary road network. • Mix of uses including higher density residential including market- rate apartments with access to major thoroughfares and existing utilities. • Development opportunities on greenfields or underutilized sites. • Commercial services that supply the community and larger geographic area. • Secondary internal street network to reduce curb cuts and turning movements along the major thoroughfare. • Sidewalks throughout the development. 33 Concept Plan Watercrest Landing Team Chevrolet 34 17  5/19/2025 Subject Site - Zoning Along Corbett Ave Subject Site B-1 B-2 B-1 Zoning in Blue 35 Flybridge – Next Steps Watercrest Landing Team Chevrolet 36 18  5/19/2025 Subject Site – Town Limits / ETJ Subject Site 37 Welcome to SWANSBORO 38 19  5/19/2025 Current view when entering Swansboro from the east 39 Potential view when entering Swansboro from the east 40 20  5/19/2025 Impact on schools 62 children will be added to the rolls in grades K-12 Source: NMHC tabulations of 2023 American survey microdata. US Census Bureau, October 2024 41 Children per 100 Households All Households Single-Family Renter Households Single-Family Owner Households Multifamily Renter Households Multifamily Owner Households 55.3 81.9 58.5 33.1 17.4 Children per 100 Apartment Households Households in Apartments Built Households in Apartments Built Households in Apartments Built 2000- Households in Apartments Built All Apartment Households Before 1990 1990-1999 2009 2010-2019 33.1 35.2 37.1 34.5 25.2 Source: NMHC tabulations of 2023 American Community Survey microdata, US Census Bureau. Updated 10/2024. Note: Children are household members under the age of 18. Share of Households with Children All Households Single-Family Renter Households Single-Family Owner Households Multifamily Renter Households Multifamily Owner Households 28.8% 40.2% 30.5% 18.5% 11.0% Source: NMHC tabulations of 2023 American Community Survey microdata, US Census Bureau. Updated 10/2024. Note: Children are household members under the age of 18. Share of Apartment Households with Children Households in Apartments Built Households in Apartments Built Households in Apartments Built 2000- Households in Apartments Built All Apartment Households Before 1990 1990-1999 2009 2010-2019 18.5% 19.3% 20.9% 19.8% 14.6% Source: NMHC tabulations of 2023 American Community Survey microdata, US Census Bureau. Updated 10/2024. Note: Children are household members under the age of 18. Share of Apartment Households with School-Age Children Households in Apartments Built Households in Apartments Built Households in Apartments Built 2000- Households in Apartments Built All Apartment Households Before 1990 1990-1999 2009 2010-2019 13.2% 14.2% 15.0% 13.9% 9.6% Source: NMHC tabulations of 2023 American Community Survey microdata, US Census Bureau. Updated 10/2024. Note: School-age children are household members between the ages of 6-17. School-Age Children per 100 Households All Households Single-Family Renter Households Single-Family Owner Households Multifamily Renter Households Multifamily Owner Households 38.5 56.0 41.8 20.7 11.3 Source: NMHC tabulations of 2023 American Community Survey microdata, US Census Bureau. Updated 10/2024. Note: School-Age children are household members between the ages of 6-17. School-Age Children per 100 Apartment Households Households in Apartments Built Households in Apartments Built Households in Apartments Built 2000- Households in Apartments Built All Apartment Households Before 1990 1990-1999 2009 2010-2019 20.7 22.5 23.1 21.9 14.6 Source: NMHC tabulations of 2023 American Community Survey microdata, US Census Bureau. Updated 10/2024. Note: School-age children are household members between the ages of 6-17. Using DATA available the impact of FlyBridge 20.7 X 3=62.1 That is K thru 12 all ages 42 21  5/19/2025 FlyBridge Apartment Complex Addressing some of the concerns and how they are viewed through the Land Use Plan 43 ?? DUKE Energy ?? As of February 2025, Duke Energy has outlined several strategic initiatives to enhance and modernize the energy infrastructure in North Carolina, which will impact Swansboro and the surrounding regions. Carolinas Resource Plan: In November 2024, the North Carolina Utilities Commission approved Duke Energy's Carolinas Resource Plan. This comprehensive roadmap focuses on transitioning to cleaner energy sources while ensuring grid reliability and affordability. Key components include: •Expansion of Renewable Energy: Plans to add multiple gigawatts of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity over the next six years, significantly increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix. •Integration of Energy Storage: Incorporating advanced energy storage solutions to enhance grid stability and support the intermittent nature of renewable sources. •Development of Hydrogen-Capable Natural Gas Facilities: Constructing new natural gas plants designed to transition to hydrogen fuel, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and support cleaner energy production. These initiatives are designed to meet the growing energy demands of North Carolina's expanding economy while maintaining a commitment to environmental sustainability. 44 22  5/19/2025 Local Infrastructure Enhancements: While specific projects in Swansboro have not been detailed publicly, Duke Energy's broader infrastructure plans for North Carolina include: •Grid Modernization: Upgrading transmission and distribution networks to improve reliability, accommodate new energy sources, and enhance resilience against extreme weather events. •Smart Grid Technologies: Implementing advanced metering and automated control systems to provide real- time data, improve outage response times, and empower customers with better energy management tools. These efforts aim to provide Swansboro residents with a more reliable and efficient energy system, aligning with the town's growth and development objectives. Customer-Focused Programs: Duke Energy offers programs to help residents and businesses in Swansboro improve energy efficiency and manage costs: •Improve & Save Program: This initiative allows customers to finance energy efficiency upgrades—such as HVAC improvements and insulation—through their energy bills over time, with no upfront costs. •Time-of-Use Rate Plans: Customers can opt for rate plans that offer lower electricity rates during off-peak hours, encouraging energy use when demand is lower and potentially reducing monthly bills. These programs are part of Duke Energy's commitment to providing flexible solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customer base. For the most current information on specific projects and programs affecting Swansboro, residents are encouraged to visit Duke Energy's official website or contact their customer service directly. 45 Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update. Page 20 Many people in Swansboro may object to the idea of 8 homes per acre (net density). That said, the downtown neighborhoods on Water and Church Streets (which are held dearly to many residents), are developed at that same net density. Likewise, less dense developments (1.5 - 2 homes per acre) tend to consume land very quickly and return fewer tax dollars per linear foot of street frontage, all other things being equal. Linear frontage is a decent proxy for measuring the public infrastructure (roads, sidewalks, water and sewer pipes, etc.) that property tax dollars are used to support. There is often a conflict between a community’s desire to balance their tax rolls (expenditures to income), while restricting development to lower densities, and still providing adequate public services for residents. Often times, it is the case that the more dense parts of town (central business district, multi-family apartments, small lot residential neighborhoods, etc.) wind up subsidizing the public services provided to the less dense parts of town (large lot residential, big box and strip commercial plazas, etc.). However, an economic analysis is necessary to determine the exact relationship. Nevertheless, if preservation of green space, agriculture, and natural areas is a priority, one of the best strategies is to allow more dense development in targeted areas, to hopefully prevent large tracts of land from being quickly 46 23  5/19/2025 Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update. Page 18 Underutilized: primary structure value that is less than the land value. Generally, this indicates land that is ripe for redevelopment or not being utilized in a highest and best purpose. 47 LUP page 19 the map below delineates the proposed development site underutilized 48 24  5/19/2025 Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update. Page 30 There are only a few working farms left in Swansboro’s jurisdiction and some of those families have expressed a strong desire to continue that way of life. Given the community’s expressed interest in regulating growth away from areas that are highly suited for conservation, this analysis is particularly relevant and was a component of the creation of the future Land Use Plan 49 The high lighted area shows the development site the LUP labels this piece of land as moderate to lowest value in regard to Conservation Suitability 50 25  5/19/2025 Some interesting numbers: Current tax on this land is approx.$6,000 The projected Tax on the finished project is approx. $593,000 The value of this project is just shy of $ 58 million. Granted the county will be taking the lion share of this but there will be taxes generated by other sources that will benefit the town. Just the cost of the building permits are estimated to more that double the current budget for our inspections and permitting department. 51 PUBLIC HEARING Zoning Map Amendment to rezone parcels on W. Corbett Ave from RA to B-1 Conditional Zoning Flybridge Swansboro, LLC seeks a conditional rezoning for +/- 38.92 acres on parcels of land identified as Tax Parcel ID 019494 and 027733, from RA (Rural/Agricultural) to B-1 CZ (business conditional zoning) to develop a proposed multi-family and commercial project. Recommended Action: 1. Hold a public hearing 2. Motion to approve or deny Ordinance 2025-O4 for conditional rezoning of Tax Parcel ID 019494 and 027733, from RA (Rural/Agricultural) to B-1 CZ (business conditional zoning). Presenter: Rebecca Brehmer, CFM, CZO– Title 52 26  5/19/2025 SITE MAP 53 ZONING MAP Presenter: Rebecca Brehmer, Projects/Planning Coordinator, CFM, CZO Town Limits Map 54 27  5/19/2025 CONCEPT PLAN 55 BUILDING ELEVATION 56 28  5/19/2025 57 Subject Site - Zoning HB (Onslow) M-1 MHS-15SF B-1 RA Subject Site G/E B-1 R10 (Onslow) RA G/E (Onslow) R-20SF 58 29  5/19/2025 Concept Plan Watercrest Landing Team Chevrolet 59 Concept Plan Plan reviewed by the TRC and revised accordingly 60 30  5/19/2025 Concept Plan Required Buffer -Includes 6’ wooden fence along residential zoning Proposed buildings setback 90+ feet 61 Concept Plan Proposed stormwater facilities to exceed State standards by designing to at least a 100-year storm event. 62 31  5/19/2025 Concept Plan Proposed sewer connection from Watercrest Landing (ONWASA) Proposed water connection (ONWASA) 63 Concept Plan Drive aisles aligned to provide better emergency access 64 32  5/19/2025 Concept Plan 200-foot setback for buildings exceeding 35 feet in height (40-foot max building height) 65 Building Elevation 66 33  5/19/2025 Traffic Impact Analysis TIA reviewed and approved by NCDOT 67 Notable Roadway Improvements Second access Main access with limited to right-in, two egress lanes right-out New right turn lane Relocated/Extended New right turn lane left turn lane Optimize signal timing Relocated/Extended left turn lane Extend right turn lane 68 34  5/19/2025 Notable Roadway Improvements Restripe left turn lane to extend storage Optimize signal timing 69 Subject Site - Zoning HB (Onslow) M-1 MHS-15SF B-1 RA Subject Site G/E B-1 R10 (Onslow) RA G/E (Onslow) R-20SF 70 35  5/19/2025 Subject Site - Zoning Along Corbett Ave Subject Site B-1 B-2 B-1 Zoning in Blue 71 Concept Plan Watercrest Landing Team Chevrolet 72 36  5/19/2025 NEW BUSINESS/NON-CONSENT Board of Commissioner Vacancy At its February 11, 2025, regular meeting the board was provided with details related to the conflicting rules in the Charter and NCGS rules on vacancies among the board. The Board tabled deciding which rule to follow for filling the vacant commissioner seat for members to spend time thinking about their decision and to allow staff time to research and report back on what steps were taken in the past. Recommended Action: Choose one of the remedies available to fill the vacant commissioner seat. Presenter: Jon Barlow – Town Manager 73 NEW BUSINESS/NON-CONSENT Funding Request – PirateFest Funding to support the PriateFest event to be held in May is requested. Recommended Action: Motion to approve or deny allocation of $3,000 for the annual PirateFest event held each May. If approved a Budget Amendment will be provided for approval at the next regular meeting. Presenter: Anna Stanley – Parks & Recreation Director 74 37  5/19/2025 Onslow County Parks and Recreation Swansboro Parks and Recreation 75 Event History • Event has been in held in Swansboro for 14 years • Prior to 2017 event was held at Hammocks Beach State Park • In 2017 Onslow County Parks & Recreation partnered with Swansboro Parks & Recreation to bring the event to Downtown Swansboro • Event is now held on the second Saturday in May • The event has grown to bringing 6-7,000 visitors to Downtown Swansboro in a six-hour period, which is an increase of 77% since 2019 • In 2022 we had a logo designed that represents Swansboro as well as Onslow County 76 38  5/19/2025 Cutlass Skills Pirate Encampments Sea Shanties Live Mermaids Sword Fighting Demonstrations Interactive Displays 77 Combined Marketing Efforts • Social Media Platforms • Exclusive radio partner, 5 • Websites radio stations, reaching 18+ • Billboards demographics • Media Interviews • Work with ad agency that • G-10 Television handles marketing for Visit Swansboro NC 78 39  5/19/2025 79 What does the even cost? Detail 2022 Actuals 2023 Actuals 2024 Actuals 2025 Projections Entertainment • Estimated to cost $14,000 Performers $5,150.00 $7,305.00 $10,880.00 $11,700.00 • Onslow County pays for more than 50% of the cost Hotels $1,440.00 $1,852.00 $1,100.00 $1,600.00 • Onslow County provides staff for the event Supplies $84.00 $260.00 Rentals $613.00 $508.11 $413.11 $450.00 Advertising in-kind in-kind in-kind in-kind Totals $7,287.00 $9,665.11 $12,393.11 $14,010.00 PIRATEFEST FUNDING Funding 2022 2023 2024 2025 Notes Federal $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Local-STDA $2,000 Funded County TDA-OCPR $6,000 $7,500 $7,500 $8,000 Funded Onslow County Parks & Recreation $1,000 Swansboro Parks & Recreation $2,823 $3,513 $3,753 $3,000 Requesting Total $8,823 $11,013 $11,253 $14,000 80 40  5/19/2025 Benefits to the Town • Significant growth in attendance-reflects community’s and the events' appeal, drawing residents and visitors to downtown • Collaborative effort and shared resources-this partnership minimizes the financial burden on the town while maximizing community benefits • Strengthening community identify and engagement • Economic impact Tourism Related Impacts 2022 2023 2024 Attendance 4,000 7,100 6,100 Overnight Stays -pd by County 13 12 98 Economic Impact-Day $23,250.00 $41,268.75 $35,456.25 Economic Impact-Overnight $2,509.00 $2,316.00 $18,914.00 Economic Impact-total $25,759.00 $43,584.75 $54,370.25 81 Questions? Onslow County Parks and Recreation Swansboro Parks and Recreation 82 41  5/19/2025 NEW BUSINESS/NON-CONSENT Financial Report Presenter: Sonia Johnson – Finance Director 83 TOWN OF SWANSBORO FINANCIAL REPORT (AS OF JANUARY 31, 2025) REVENUES EXPENDITURES LOAN PAYMENTS INVESTMENTS 84 42  5/19/2025 TOWN OF SWANSBORO REVENUES/EXPENDITURES TWO YEAR COMPARISON (AS OF JANUARY 31, 2025) GENERAL FUND $6,000,000 $5,037,252 $5,000,000 $4,332,069 $4,174,108 $4,000,000 $3,153,912 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $0 Revenues Expenditures FY 23/24 FY 24/25 ENCUMBRANCES INCLUDED Total Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures $863,144 85 TOWN OF SWANSBORO REVENUES/EXPENDITURES TWO YEAR COMPARISON (AS OF JANUARY 31, 2025) (ACTUAL) GENERAL FUND $6,000,000 $5,037,252 $5,000,000 $4,332,069 $4,000,000 $3,952,969 $3,105,470 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $0 Revenues Expenditures FY 23/24 FY 24/25 (ENCUMBRANCES NOT INCLUDED) Total Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures $1,084,283 86 43  5/19/2025 (PURCHASE ORDERS) ENCUMBERED SPENT % DEPT. BUDGET YTD ACTUAL BALANCE January 31, 2025 GOVERNING BODY 45,195 15,916 465 36.2% ADMIN SERVICES 432,052 242,569 4,277 57.1% FINANCE 315,178 161,636 565 51.5% LEGAL 59,300 25,091 - 42.3% PUBLIC BUILDINGS 439,973 178,634 2,695 41.2% FIRE 2,135,877 928,616 154,276 50.7% PERMITTING 288,270 198,275 797 69.1% PLANNING 86,293 45,554 - 52.8% POLICE 1,391,604 617,246 23,027 46.0% PUBLIC WORKS-STREETS 1,498,086 742,068 2,428 49.7% POWELL BILL-STREETS 191,791 78,929 461 41.4% PARKS & RECREATION 486,086 174,715 14,491 38.9% DOWNTOWN FACILITIES 130,326 47,961 892 37.5% EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 13,229 10,555 800 85.8% FESTIVALS & EVENTS 134,635 83,604 13,924 72.4% NON DEPARTMENTAL 612,764 401,599 2,042 65.9% TOTAL 8,260,659 3,952,969 221,139 50.53% ** 87 TOWN OF SWANSBORO REVENUES/EXPENDITURES TWO YEAR COMPARISON (AS OF JANUARY 31, 2025) STORMWATER ENTERPRISE FUND $140,000 $131,907 $120,075 $120,000 $100,000 $80,000 $61,785 $60,000 $47,062 $40,000 $20,000 $0 Revenues Expenditures FY 23/24 FY 24/25 ENCUMBRANCES INCLUDED Total Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures $70,122 88 44  5/19/2025 TOWN OF SWANSBORO REVENUES/EXPENDITURES TWO YEAR COMPARISON (AS OF JANUARY 31, 2025) SOLID WASTE ENTERPRISE FUND $300,000 $279,800 $281,575 $241,148 $250,000 $215,902 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0 Revenues Expenditures FY 23/24 FY 24/25 ENCUMBRANCES INCLUDED Total Excess of Revenues Over Expenditures $65,673 89 TOWN OF SWANSBORO LOAN REPORT (AS OF JANUARY 31, 2025) Item Principal Interest End Date Annual Debt Service Balance Rate DEBT Town Hall/Tanker $317,275 2.69 03/21/2028 $84,724 Public Safety Facility $0.00 2.58 12/22/2024 PAID IN FULL SERVICE Fire Truck $92,139 2.08 11/01/2026 $47,512 Sleeping Quarters $50,000 2.43 12/14/2026 $26,823 Grapple Truck/Town Hall $47,106 1.72 6/25/2025 $47,917 Generator Vehicles(Police & Fire $45,495 1.84 7/15/2026 $23,377 Department) & Software Cab Tractor/Dump Truck $254,500 4.82 4/3/2029 $58,491 Jet Vac Truck, Police Vehicle, $570,000 4.40 12/31/2029 $129,183 (2) Fire Chief Vehicles Total Debt $1,376,515 $418,027 90 45  5/19/2025 TOWN OF SWANSBORO CASH & INVESTMENTS REPORT (AS OF JANUARY 31, 2025) CASH & INVESTMENTS BANK BALANCE INTEREST RATE First Citizens Bank $332,698 .05% NC CMT-General $6,098,910 4.29% TD Bank $9,483,424 4.18% (SCIF Funds for EOC & Sidewalks) 91 GRANT UPDATE Budget YTD Expenditures Encumbrances Unencumbered American Rescue Plan Act Fund $1,102,599 $1,032,492 $70,107 $0.00 Swansboro Bicentennial Park Boardwalk Extension $386,650 $315,681 $0 $70,969 Emergency Operation Center $9,403,472 $24,840 $0 $9,378,632 Emmerton School Repairs $424,000 $161,075 $0 $262,925 Stormwater Master Plan $400,000 $199,225 $0 $200,775 Total Outstanding Grants $11,716,721 $1,733,313 $70,107 $9,913,301 92 46  5/19/2025 Any Questions ? 93 NEW BUSINESS/NON-CONSENT Future Agenda Items Future agenda items are shared for visibility and comment. In addition, an opportunity is provided for the Board to introduce items of interest and subsequent direction for placement on future agendas. Action Needed: Discuss and provide any guidance. Presenter: Alissa Fender, MMC – Town Clerk 94 47  5/19/2025 PUBLIC COMMENT Citizen opportunity to address the Board. 95 MANAGER’S COMMENTS Town Manager Jonathan Barlow 96 48  5/19/2025 BOARD COMMENTS Mayor William Justice Commissioner Jeffrey Conaway Commissioner Douglas Eckendorf Commissioner Joseph Brown Commissioner Patricia Turner 97 CLOSED SESSION Recommended Action: Motion to enter closed session pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (3) To consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege between the attorney and the public body, which privilege is hereby acknowledged; and (5) to establish, or to instruct the public body's staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken by or on behalf of the public body in negotiating the price and other material terms of a contract or proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by purchase, option, exchange, or lease. 98 49  5/19/2025 ADJOURN 99 50