Commissioners To Meet Twice This Week In Davidson

DAVIDSON, NC — Davidson’s Board of Commissioners will meet twice this week, and are expected to discuss a range of issues including a noise ordinance variance the weekend of Davidson College reunion weekend this summer and how to spend a $40,000 anonymous donation to the town.

The first meeting, which is public, is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. in the boardroom of Davidson Town Hall, located at 216 S. Main Street. It may be watched on a mobile device here, or through live streaming here.

Commissioners will also meet in a closed session to consult with an attorney in a special session on Feb. 27, the town said.

Here’s the agenda for the Feb. 26 meeting:

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. ANNOUNCEMENTS
(a) Proclamation - Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month
(b) Update on Application to NCDOT requesting naming of bridge for Officer Mark A. Swaney Police Chief Penny Dunn
Summary: The NCDOT met on February 7, 2019 and reviewed recommended changes to the policy in reference to honoring fallen municipal officers and other first responders. NCDOT voted to change the policy allowing for honoring fallen municipal police officers. Our original application was made in October 2017 and since that time we have made records of the incident available for review, met with community members from all parts of town, and made ourselves available for discussion to anyone desiring to learn more. Citizens have overwhelmingly supported this endeavor and said the action is long overdue. The department has resubmitted our application to NCDOT requesting the naming of the Griffith Street overpass of I-77 in honor of Officer Mark Swaney, killed in the line of duty on December 25, 1997. The Board of Commissioners and Mayor unanimously passed Resolution 2019-01 in support of this effort. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity for the public to comment on this item under agenda item IV. Public Comments.

III. CHANGES TO AGENDA

IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS - The Board shall provide at least one period for public comment per month at a regular meeting.

V. CONSENT - Consent items are non-controversial and routine items. Prior to the board's adoption of the meeting agenda the request of any member to have an item moved from the consent agenda to old business must be honored by the board. All items on the consent agenda must be voted on and adopted by a single motion.
(a) Consider Approval of January Meeting Minutes
Summary: Draft Meeting Minutes from January 8 Work Session and January 22 Regular Meeting.
(b) Consider Approval to Amend Meeting Schedule
Summary: Amend the meeting schedule by removing the Quarterly Meeting scheduled for March 5.
(c) Consider Approval for Budget Amendment 2019-23 for K9 Purchase
Summary: The Town of Davidson Police Department received $18,000 in donated funds for the purchase of a police K-9, for the training of the canine and police handler, and to cover housing and meals for the Police Corporal during the initial training period. The department is asking to amend the budget to expend these donated funds for the purpose specified by the anonymous donor.
(d) Consider Approval of Budget Amendment 2019-24 Mowing Team Truck
Summary: The Town of Davidson received $40,000 in funds from an anonymous donor. The Board will consider amending the budget to use the funds to purchase a truck, upgrade a trailer, and purchase a mower. The purchase of these assets will facilitate the formation of a 2-person mowing team.
(e) Consider Approval of Amendments to Small Cell Wireless Facilities Ordinance
Summary: At the December 11, 2018 Board of Commissioners Meeting, Town Attorney Cindy Reid presented an overview of the small cell wireless ordinance. The deadline for adopting aesthetic guidelines is April 15, 2019. Both federal and state legislation have preempted cities’ ability to control use of the public right of way for installation of wireless facilities.
(f) Consider Approval of Resolution 2019-06 Annexation: 19906 Davidson-Concord Road to Set the Public Hearing Date
Summary: Requesting the Board to approve the public hearing date for the annexation on March 26, 2019.
(g) Consider Approval of Sewer Extension Request for 230 Cathey Street
Summary: The property owner requests that a sewer extension be granted to 230 Cathey Street to allow for construction of a single-family detached home. The parcel is currently vacant.
(h) Consider Approval of Water/Sewer Extension Request for 308 Cathey Street
Summary: The property owner requests that a sewer extension be granted to 308 Cathey Street to allow for construction of a single-family detached home. The parcel is currently vacant.
(i) Consider Approval for a Noise Ordinance Variance - Davidson College Reunion Weekend Summary: Davidson College has requested a noise ordinance variance for Saturday, June 8 at 10 p.m. till 1 a.m. for the Reunion Weekend Late Night Party to be held near Vail Commons.
(j) Consider Approval of Livability Board Nomination
Summary: At the November 27 meeting, the Davidson Board of Commissioners approved the 2019 citizen board nominations. Recent changes has led to one available seat on the Livability Board. Livability Chair Steedman Lyles has nominated Jane Cacchione to fill the position for a term of February 2019 - December 2021.

VI. OLD BUSINESS
(a) Mobility Plan Draft Report
Senior Planner Travis Johnson, Steering Committee and Planning Board Chair Matthew Dellinger, Alta Planning (John Cock and Wade Walker)
Summary: Tonight’s presentation coincides with the release of the DRAFT Davidson Mobility Plan and the beginning of the public comment period. Go towww.DavidsonMobilityPlan.com to review. The Davidson Mobility Plan is a comprehensive transportation plan that provides a town-wide vision and coordinated recommendations for multi-modal travel and access within and through town.
(b) What's Next Davidson Comprehensive Plan Update
Planning Director Jason Burdette and Senior Planner Trey Akers
Summary: Tonight’s presentation provides an update on the What’s Next? comprehensive plan process. A comprehensive plan is the leading policy document and tool to help communities create a vision and guiding principles for decision-making for their town. The comprehensive plan’s purpose is to directly inform decisions that we make as a community. We'll describe Phases 1+2 (Where' we've been), and phases 2+3 (where we're going).

VII. SUMMARIZE MEETING ACTION ITEMS

VIII. CLOSED SESSION
(a) Consult with Attorney NCGS §143-318.11. (a) (3) - Davidson Acquisition Company, et. al. v. Town of Davidson, et. al.
(b) Consult with Attorney NCGS §143-318.11. (a) (3) - Attorney-client privilege

IX. ADJOURN

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