Public Meetings - Greenville, North Carolina

This meeting was a reconvened session of the September 15, 2020 council meeting, held to discuss and vote on two remaining agenda items. The meeting opened with a prayer and roll call, confirming all members present from the previous session. Two email communications received after the September 15 meeting were acknowledged: one from Mr. Harris and one from John Tipton, both expressing support for item number three (the text amendment). Public Comments & Testimony - Two written comments were received via email within the relevant time period: Mr. Harris and Mr. John Tipton both spoke in favor of item number three, the text amendment. No other public comments were received. Discussion Items - Item Number Two: A motion was made by Mr. Collins, seconded by Mr. Joyner, to approve item number two from the September 15 agenda. The item passed unanimously (9-0) after a roll call vote. - Item Number Three (Text Amendment): Discussion focused on the lack of language in the amendment addressing pesticide use in agricultural-residential developments. Council member Mr. Maxwell expressed concern about potential pesticide and chemical use near residential areas with pets and children. Planner Brad Seabor responded that the city council can add conditions during the special use permit process, and staff can recommend limiting pesticide use. He also noted that developers often market these communities as organic and that the USDA has organic certification standards. Council member Mr. Maxwell inquired about other jurisdictions' approaches; Mr. Seabor stated that many such communities are in unincorporated areas without specific zoning regulations. After discussion, a motion was made by Mr. Parker, seconded by Mr. Thomas, to approve item three. The vote was unanimous (9-0). Key Outcomes - Item Number Two: Approved unanimously (9-0). - Item Number Three (Text Amendment): Approved unanimously (9-0). - The meeting adjourned with a unanimous motion and vote. Note: The date of this meeting is given as 2020-09-18 per instruction, though the transcript references September 17th as the reconvening date.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met via Zoom on September 15, 2020, at 11:00 AM. The meeting included an invocation, roll call, and consideration of two agenda items: a preliminary plat for Brook Hollow Section 5 and a text amendment to create standards for agricultural master plan communities. No votes were taken; the commission recessed until September 17, 2020, at 6:00 PM for discussion and voting. Public comments could be submitted via email within 24 hours of the meeting. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The minutes from the August 18 and August 20 meetings were approved unanimously by a vote of 9–0. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 2 – Brook Hollow Section 5 Preliminary Plat: Brian Fagundis, representing the applicant (CR Development LLC), spoke in support. He noted that a traffic impact analysis is underway with NCDOT and the city, and the project consists of 132 lots (130 duplex lots and two larger tracts for multifamily) on 71.69 acres. No speakers opposed. - Item 3 – Text Amendment for Agricultural Master Plan Communities: Tim Newell, a land planner with Rivers and Associates, spoke in support. He described the concept of “agrihoods” (residential communities centered around a working farm) as an emerging trend, citing benefits such as local food access, open space preservation, and appeal to a wide demographic. He stated there are about 200 such communities across the U.S. No speakers opposed. Discussion Items - Item 2 – Preliminary Plat – Brook Hollow Section 5: Brad Sevier from planning staff presented the request. The property is located on the north side of Dickinson Avenue near Williams Road (parcels 03077, 2277, 07914). Staff recommended approval, noting the plat meets all technical requirements of the land use ordinance and that a portion in the floodplain is in a conservation overlay. Commissioners had no questions. - Item 3 – Text Amendment – Article J Amendments for Agricultural Master Plan Communities: Brad Sevier presented the proposed amendment to allow agricultural amenities (farms, commercial agricultural facilities, trails) in master plan communities, analogous to existing golf-course communities. The amendment would apply to zoning districts that already permit master plan communities (RA20, R6S, R9, R6, R6A). The approval process includes a special use permit from city council, then a preliminary plat review by the commission. Up to 25% of land would be open space/farmland, and up to 5% could be commercial. The proposal aligns with Horizons 2026 goals. Commissioners asked about density and applicability; staff clarified that 75% of land could be residential and that no specific sites are proposed—the amendment broadens options for any developer in eligible zones. No further questions. Key Outcomes - No votes taken on either agenda item. The commission unanimously voted to recess until September 17, 2020, at 6:00 PM, at which time they will discuss and vote on both items. - Public comments may be submitted via email to the city within 24 hours of the meeting (by September 16, 2020, at approximately 11:00 AM).

The City of Greenville Board of Adjustment met remotely on August 27, 2020, at 11:15 UTC (evening local time) to conduct quasi-judicial hearings on four special use permit applications and one administrative appeal. All decisions were unanimous. The meeting was conducted under session law 2020-3 allowing remote proceedings during the COVID-19 state of emergency. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The board unanimously approved the minutes from the special called meeting of August 6, 2020. - Continuance: A request by Christopher Walker to renew a special use permit for a bed and breakfast at 1105 East Fifth Street was continued to the board's next regular meeting on September 24, 2020, at the applicant's request. The continuance was approved unanimously. Discussion Items - Administrative Appeal Decision and Order (February 27, 2020): The board considered a proposed decision and order for an appeal heard on February 27, 2020. Voting members were Michael Glenn, Rodney Bullock, Ann Bellis, Hunt McKinnon, Christopher Lilly, and Stephen Atkinson (Chairman Johnson's term expired). A typographical error ("contents" instead of "contends") was corrected. The decision and order was approved unanimously. - Special Use Permit – Circle K Stores Inc. (950 East Fire Tower Road): The applicant sought a special use permit for a convenience store with gasoline sales and outdoor dining, located within 300 feet of a residential district. The property is 2.2 acres, zoned CG (General Commercial). Staff recommended conditions regarding noise, lighting, and outdoor activities. Board member Christopher Lilly disclosed he works for the firm selling the property to the tenants group but did not have prior knowledge of the transaction; no objection to his participation was raised. The board unanimously approved the petition with the recommended conditions. - Special Use Permit – Tashara Barnes (2112 Cameron Court): The applicant requested a home occupation child daycare for up to five children (including her own two). The property is 0.28 acres, zoned RA20. The applicant stated the driveway can accommodate four cars. Staff recommended conditions. The board unanimously approved the findings of fact and the petition. - Special Use Permit – Marvin McKesson (1025 West Fifth Street): The applicant sought approval for a restaurant/coffee shop with outdoor dining in the West Greenville certified redevelopment area. The property is 0.4 acres, zoned CDF (Downtown Commercial Fringe). Board member Hunt McKinnon recused himself due to a prior client relationship with the applicant. The board corrected a staff condition: the condition prohibiting amplified sound was kept, and a conflicting condition regarding sound orientation was removed. The petition was approved unanimously with the amended conditions. - Special Use Permit Amendment – Pitt County Board of Education (3601 South Bend Road): The board approved an amendment to add a four-classroom modular building with restrooms to an existing elementary school. The property is 28 acres, zoned RA20 and R9S. The modular will be placed behind existing buildings, not visible from the road. Staff recommended conditions. The petition was approved unanimously. Key Outcomes - All votes were unanimous. - The administrative appeal decision and order from February 27, 2020, was approved with a typographical correction. - The Circle K special use permit was approved with conditions. - The Tashara Barnes home daycare special use permit was approved. - The Marvin McKesson restaurant special use permit was approved with an amended condition (removing the seventh condition on sound orientation). - The Pitt County Board of Education's special use permit amendment was approved. - The meeting adjourned at approximately 12:30 UTC (approximate, based on the flow of the transcript).

The Planning and Zoning Commission reconvened on August 20, 2020, to vote on items from the August 18, 2020 agenda after receiving additional public comments. The meeting included discussions on seven agenda items: five rezoning requests, a text amendment, and a land use map amendment. Key votes included approval of a controversial text amendment for small private schools by a 5-3 margin. Public Comments & Testimony - For Item 2 (Porter Town Rd rezoning): one comment from Ann B. Massey. - For Item 3 (Herman Garris/Portertown rezoning): one comment from Ann B. Massey. - For Item 4 (text amendment for small private schools): 19 communications opposed (including three couples, totaling six individuals) and one comment from Mr. Ballot. No additional live public testimony was taken at the reconvened meeting. Discussion Items Item 2 – Rezoning 14.221 acres on Porter Town Road - Commissioner Chris West recused himself due to a potential substantial financial interest. Alan Thomas, the alternate, did not vote. - Commissioner Pat Maxwell expressed concerns about downstream flooding in the Willow Run neighborhood and questioned whether residents were adequately informed about flood risks. City engineer Daryl Norris explained the city's floodplain management outreach program. - Motion to approve (with staff recommendation) passed 7-1 (Maxwell voted deny). Item 3 – Rezoning 33.849 acres near Herman Garris and Portertown Roads - Motion to approve made and seconded; passed unanimously. Item 4 – Text Amendment to Create Use Classification for Small Private Schools - A possible conflict of interest involving Commissioner Michael Overton was raised due to a $250 donation to John Paul II Catholic School. After discussion, counsel advised that no recusal was required under state law because Overton would not receive a direct, substantial financial benefit. - Commissioner Pat Maxwell moved to deny the text amendment, arguing the process had been unfair to neighbors and the amendment could set a harmful precedent. He noted 230+ signatures opposed. - Motion to deny failed 5-3 (Maxwell, Collins, Gooth in favor of denial; Overton, Parker, Joyner, Faison, West opposed). - A subsequent motion to approve the text amendment (consistent with the comprehensive plan) passed 5-3 (same split). Commissioner Brad Gooth argued the matter should be handled through a special use permit rather than a text amendment. Item 5 – Amend Future Land Use Map for 1.881 acres on South Memorial Drive - Motion to approve made and seconded; passed unanimously. Item 6 – Rezone 9.873 acres in Cobblestone Subdivision - Motion to approve made and seconded; passed unanimously. Item 7 – Rezone 5.756 acres between West 10th and 8th Streets - Motion to approve made and seconded; passed unanimously. Key Outcomes - Item 2 (Porter Town Rd rezoning): Approved 7-1 (Maxwell opposed). - Item 3 (Herman Garris/Portertown rezoning): Approved unanimously. - Item 4 (private school text amendment): Motion to deny failed 5-3; then approved 5-3 (Overton, Parker, Joyner, Faison, West in favor; Maxwell, Collins, Gooth opposed). - Item 5 (land use map amendment): Approved unanimously. - Item 6 (Cobblestone rezoning): Approved unanimously. - Item 7 (West 10th/8th rezoning): Approved unanimously. - The commission also clarified voting procedures for alternates and determined no conflict of interest for Commissioner Overton.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met virtually on August 18, 2020, to conduct public hearings on seven items: two rezoning requests, a future land use map amendment, a controversial text amendment regarding small private schools, and additional rezoning requests. The commission approved the July 21 minutes and unanimously voted to recess all action items until August 20, 2020, for deliberations and final votes. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The July 21, 2020 minutes were approved unanimously. Motion by Mr. West, seconded by Mr. Jordan. All present members voted in favor. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 2 (Amy A. Edwards Rezoning): Mike Baldwin, representing the applicant, spoke in favor, describing transitional zoning and plans for future road widening. An email from Bob Williams (1330 Porter Town Road) was read into the record, opposing the rezoning due to traffic, safety, and flooding concerns. - Item 3 (Happy Trail Farm LLC Rezoning): Mike Baldwin spoke in favor, detailing the property's history and environmental protections. Emails were read from Rob Klinger, Stephen and Lena Preville, April Blakesley, and Joseph Davis, all opposing the rezoning. Concerns included inconsistency with surrounding neighborhoods, strain on infrastructure and schools, flooding risks to Hardy Creek, wetland and tree preservation, and traffic safety. (Note: Chair later clarified that the Davis email pertained to Item 2, not Item 3.) - Item 4 (Small Private Schools Text Amendment): Rich Ballot, representing JP2 Catholic High School, spoke in favor, citing sound and light tests and describing third-party field use as a philanthropic community benefit. Numerous speakers opposed: Joni Torres (dismissed petitions, bait-and-switch, 52 nights/year potential), Donna Jacobs (over 300 homeowners petitioned, 82.5 hours/week potential third-party use), Gary Mayo (noise, requested limits and no Sunday use), David Wilson Okamura (decibel increase is logarithmic, threats from property owner), Dave Caldwell (no good-faith negotiation, request to withdraw), Amy Kerr Richardson (emergency vehicle access), John Rice (text amendment too broad), Thomas Feller (misrepresentations, expanded noise/light), Thomas Huner (not true consensus), Catherine Verbannock (missing agreed-upon restrictions), and Brett Keeper (enforcement concerns). An email from Debbie and Brian Rogers was read, requesting more time for negotiations. - Item 5 (Langston Farms LLC Future Land Use Map Amendment): Mike Baldwin spoke in favor; no opposition speakers. - Item 6 (PB Builders LLC Rezoning): Mike Baldwin spoke in favor; no opposition speakers. - Item 7 (Stark Holdings LLC and Trade Holding Company LLC Rezoning): Brian Fagundis spoke in favor; no opposition speakers. Discussion Items - Item 2: Planner Brad Seivior presented the request to rezone 14.221 acres along Porter Towns Road from RA20 to GC (5.038 acres) and R6 (9.183 acres). The property is vacant, not in floodplain, but in Hardy Creek watershed. Staff estimated 4,688 additional trips per day and recommended approval. No commissioner questions. - Item 3: Staff recommended approval of rezoning 33.849 acres from RA20 to R6S. The property is vacant, partially in floodplain, and in Hardy Creek watershed; potential 766 trips/day increase. No commissioner questions. - Item 4: Extensive history provided by Shantae Gooby and Brad Seivior: JP2 originally received a special use permit (SUP) in 2015, amended in 2018 for athletic fields. A rezoning attempt was denied by staff, and the text amendment became the alternative. Staff held multiple meetings with neighbors, received 42 questions, and made three tweaks to the draft. Commission members questioned staff about the perceived inconsistency in staff's role and the lack of a commission directive for a text amendment. Staff attorney Tom Barnett explained the text amendment was the only remaining option after the property owner rejected a revised SUP and a zone change was too broad. The commission also heard public comment and noted a discrepancy: several speakers asserted the commission never requested a text amendment, while staff maintained it was pursued as a compromise. - Item 5: Staff recommended approval of amending the future land use map for 1.881 acres from office to commercial at South Memorial Drive and Regency Boulevard. Staff noted the property could accommodate 5,000 sq ft of office under current zoning, but commercial would allow about 1,500 sq ft (possibly a restaurant). No commissioner questions. - Item 6: Staff recommended approval of rezoning 9.873 acres in the Cobblestone subdivision from RA20 to R6. The property is vacant and wooded, not in floodplain, and in Greensmill Run watershed. Potential 594 trips/day increase and about 110 multifamily units. The future land use map shows a "potential conservation" overlay, but staff called it a "yellow light," not a red light. No commissioner questions. - Item 7: Staff recommended approval of rezoning 5.756 acres between West 10th and West 8th Streets from CDF and IU to CD. Existing uses include nearly 150,000 sq ft of warehouse, 10,000 sq ft of retail, and 5,000 sq ft of office. Potential 4,247 trips/day increase, distributed across multiple roads. No commissioner questions. Key Outcomes - Approved the July 21, 2020 minutes unanimously. - Recessed all action items (Items 2–7) until August 20, 2020, at 6 p.m. for deliberations and votes. Motion by Mr. Overton, seconded by Mr. Joiner, passed unanimously. - Email Comment Deadlines: Public comments via email were accepted for 24 hours after the meeting: Aug 19 at 6:30 p.m. for Item 2, 6:56 p.m. for Item 3, 8:26 p.m. for Item 4, and 8:48 p.m. for Item 6 (and similar deadlines for other items).

The Greenville Board of Adjustment held a remote special meeting on August 6, 2020, at 11:15 AM UTC. The board acted on several special use permits, a variance, and administrative matters, all conducted via an electronic platform due to the COVID-19 emergency. All votes were unanimous (6-0 or 7-0) unless noted. Consent Calendar - Approval of prior month's minutes (moved by Bullock, seconded by Evans; passed 7-0). - Excused member Hunt McKinnon from the meeting (moved by Bullock, seconded by Bellis; passed 7-0). Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made outside of evidentiary hearings. Discussion Items - Old Business – Continuances - Item 1: Special use permit renewal for a bed and breakfast (Christopher Walkers) continued to August 27, 2020, at the applicant's request (moved by Bullock, seconded by Atkinson; passed 7-0). - Item 2: Decision and order on an administrative appeal from February 27, 2020, continued to August 27, 2020, because the attorney who represented the board was unavailable (moved by Bullock, seconded by Evans; passed 7-0). - New Business – Special Use Permits - Game Center (Well Played Games) – Applicant Christopher Payne sought a permit to relocate and expand a game center at 1400 G 14th Street. Staff recommended approval with conditions (no evolution into a club/sweepstakes; compliance with fire and building codes). Board approved findings of fact and petition unanimously (6-0, with one member absent for part of vote but later present). - Tobacco Shop Class One Amendment (Farook Salah) – Applicant sought to amend an existing permit to move to new units at 1311 West Arlington Boulevard. During discussion, the board clarified that traditional wooden tobacco pipes (not hookah-style) are allowed under a class one permit. Staff recommended approval with conditions (no drive-through, no smoking apparatus, etc.). Approved unanimously (7-0). - Variance for Modular Home Setback (Modular Solutions Inc.) – Applicant Jeremy McAllister requested a variance to reduce the side setback from 10 ft to 7.6 ft at 117 Chippeway Drive due to a septic system installation that forced the home forward. Staff recommended approval with conditions. Board found unnecessary hardship and unique circumstances; approved variance unanimously (7-0). - Home Occupation Child Daycare (Brenda Acklin) – Applicant sought a permit to operate a daycare at 506 Fenner Drive. Staff recommended conditions (up to 5 children, fenced play area, off-street parking). Board member Bellis raised safety concerns about dead pine trees and a broken fence. Applicant agreed to remove trees and repair fence before operation. Board added a condition requiring those repairs; approved petition with all conditions (6-0 after one member lost connection). - Election of Chair and Vice Chair - Michael Glenn was nominated by Ann Bellis and elected Chair (7-0). - Rodney Bullock was nominated and elected Vice Chair (7-0). - Decision on Remote Meetings - The board voted to continue meeting remotely until further notice, consistent with anticipated City Council policy (moved by Evans, seconded by Bullock; passed 7-0). Key Outcomes - All four evidentiary hearings (game center, tobacco shop, variance, daycare) were approved with staff-recommended conditions and, for the daycare, an additional condition to remove dead trees and repair fencing before operation. - Two old business items were continued to August 27, 2020. - Michael Glenn elected Chair; Rodney Bullock elected Vice Chair. - The Board of Adjustment will hold future meetings remotely until further notice.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission held a regular meeting on July 21, 2020, at 6:00 PM in person with social distancing measures. The meeting covered approval of prior minutes, continuances of several agenda items, new business including rezoning and preliminary plats, election of officers, and a discussion on the format for future meetings. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 16 and June 18, 2020 meetings without amendment. Continuances - Items 2, 3, 4, and 5 were all continued to the August 2020 meeting by unanimous votes. Item 4 (a text amendment related to the 14th Street area) was continued at staff’s request, noting ongoing meetings with the neighborhood and progress toward a compromise. No opposition was voiced to any continuance. New Business - Item 6 – Rezoning Request (23.9964 acres, south of Greenville Boulevard): Staff presented a revised request to rezone the property from RA20 (Residential Agricultural) to R6ARU (Residential Medium Density, Restricted Residential Overlay). The original request was modified to address neighborhood concerns, increasing acreage but shifting development away from a church property. Staff found the request consistent with the comprehensive plan and recommended approval. One speaker (Kim Alpha, representing the owner and the church) expressed support, noting agreements reached. No opposition. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval. - Item 7 – Preliminary Subdivision Plat (Bent Creek Phase 6): A request by HBL Investments LLC for 19 duplex lots on 6.944 acres at the terminus of Gordon Drive. Staff found the plat met technical requirements and recommended approval. The applicant’s representative (Scott Anderson) spoke in support. No opposition. The commission voted unanimously to approve. - Item 8 – Preliminary Subdivision Plat (Stonehaven): A request by Rocky Russell Development LLC for 44 single-family lots on 11.7957 acres west of Allen Road. Staff recommended approval. The applicant’s representative (Richie Brown) spoke in support. No opposition. The commission voted unanimously to approve. Election of Officers - The commission elected Les Robinson as Chair and Michael Overton as Vice Chair for one-year terms. Both elections were unanimous. Discussion on Meeting Format and Procedures - The commission discussed whether the August 2020 meeting should be held in person or virtually via Zoom, given COVID-19 concerns. Members expressed varying views on safety, capacity (limited to 44 socially distanced seats), and the desire to allow public participation. Staff noted that hybrid meetings (some members virtual) are possible but require additional coordination. After debate, Mr. Faison moved to hold the August meeting in person with temperature checks and face masks as a minimum standard. The motion was seconded and carried on a voice vote with no opposition. Staff will investigate the feasibility of temperature checks. - The commission also discussed repeated continuances (items 2–5 had been continued multiple times). Members indicated that future continuances would require a strong articulated reason; otherwise, they would expect items to be heard or withdrawn. Other Business - Public Email Regarding Bent Creek (Item 7): Chair Robinson noted an email from citizen Lois Lewis Rosner dated July 18, 2020, expressing concerns about fencing between her property and the proposed development. All commissioners confirmed they had received the email. Staff clarified that the preliminary plat review only considers technical requirements, not fence disputes. No action was taken. Key Outcomes - Votes: - Minutes approved (unanimous). - Items 2, 3, 4, 5 continued to August (unanimous). - Item 6 rezoning recommendation approved (unanimous). - Item 7 preliminary plat approved (unanimous). - Item 8 preliminary plat approved (unanimous). - Les Robinson elected Chair (unanimous). - Michael Overton elected Vice Chair (unanimous). - Motion to hold August meeting in person with masks and temperature checks passed (unanimous). - Directives: Staff to explore temperature screening options for future in-person meetings. - Next Steps: The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 2020; the format will be in person with safety protocols.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission reconvened on June 18, 2020, to resume the June 16, 2020 meeting. The commission reviewed additional public comments received in the interim and voted on four agenda items: a rezoning request for 71.691 acres, a rezoning request for 2.3885 acres, and two street closure requests. All items passed unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Two written comments were received: one from Alan Cortis and one from Craig and Barbara Pardew regarding item 7 (CR Development rezoning). The chairman noted that some questions about specific development plans were not germane to the rezoning request. Staff answered permissible questions, including that the R6 district allows up to 17 units per acre, the conservation area (Track 2) will remain in natural state, and stormwater detention pond maintenance is required with annual inspections by a professional engineer and city verification. Discussion Items - Item 7 – Rezoning by CR Development LLC: A request to rezone 71.691 acres (64.771 acres to R6, 6.92 acres to R6 Conservation) located north of the intersection of Williams Road and Dickinson Avenue from RA20 (Residential Agricultural). Commissioner Overton recused himself by unanimous vote. Staff clarified that the highest density under R6 is 17 units per acre, but the proposed development would yield approximately 5.7 units per acre (370 total units: 150 multifamily units and 110 duplex units). The conservation area is voluntary and will count toward density but remain undeveloped. Questions about traffic, environmental impacts, and stormwater maintenance were addressed. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval as consistent with the comprehensive plan. - Item 8 – Rezoning by Collis and More LLC: A request to rezone 2.3885 acres at the southwest corner of Moore Boulevard and Staten’sburg Road from MS (Medical Support) and MCG (Medical General Commercial) to MCH (Medical Heavy Commercial). No discussion; motion to approve carried unanimously. - Item 9 – Closure of a portion of Josh Court: No discussion; motion to approve carried unanimously. - Item 10 – Closure of a portion of Ridgway Street: No discussion; motion to approve carried unanimously. Key Outcomes - Item 7: Unanimous vote (7-0, with Overton recused) to recommend approval of the rezoning. - Item 8: Unanimous vote (8-0) to approve the rezoning. - Item 9: Unanimous vote (8-0) to approve the street closure. - Item 10: Unanimous vote (8-0) to approve the street closure. - The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met electronically on June 16, 2020 at 11:00 AM (as per system time) to consider several rezoning requests and street closure proposals. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting was closed to the public but allowed for electronic participation and email comments. The Commission decided to recess the meeting until June 18, 2020 at 6:00 PM to allow additional public comment and then to vote on the remaining items. Several items were continued to the July 21, 2020 meeting. Consent Calendar - The minutes from the May 19 and May 21 meetings were approved unanimously by roll call vote. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 7 (CR Development LLC rezoning): Brian Fagundis, representing the applicant, spoke in favor of the request, noting its consistency with the comprehensive plan and that environmental and traffic studies were underway. No opposition speakers signed up. - Item 8 (Collis and Anne Moore rezoning): Ken Malpus, representing the applicant, explained the request was a "cleanup" to allow a previously submitted site plan to proceed under the correct zoning. No opposition speakers. - Item 9 (Josh Court closure): Ken Malpus, representing the petitioner, spoke in favor, with no additional comments. No opposition. - Item 10 (Ridgway Street closure): No speakers in favor or opposition. Discussion Items - Items 3, 4, and 5 (Old Business): At the request of Mr. Baldwin, these three items were continued to the July 21, 2020 meeting by unanimous vote. - Item 6 (Text Amendment): Staff requested a continuance to July 21, 2020 to hold a neighborhood meeting on June 30, 2020 at 5:30 PM in City Council Chambers. The Commission unanimously granted the continuance. - Item 7 (Rezoning – 71.691 acres at Williams Road and Dickinson Avenue): Staff planner Brad Steward presented the proposal to rezone from RA20 to R6 (residential high density, 64.771 acres) and R6-CA (conservation overlay, 6.980 acres). The site is vacant, located in the Greensmill Run watershed, and would increase traffic by approximately 608 trips per day. Staff recommended approval as the request aligns with the Future Land Use and Character Map. Commissioner Overton disclosed that a broker from his firm represents the developer; the City Attorney noted that recusal is only required if the member would have a direct, substantial, and readily identifiable financial impact. Discussion of recusal was deferred to the June 18 meeting. - Item 8 (Rezoning – 2.3885 acres at Boy Boulevard and Stansburg Road): Staff planner Brad Steward presented the request to rezone from MS and MCG to MCH (medical heavy commercial). The property includes a former Rite Aid building and a vacant tract. Staff recommended approval due to consistency with the Future Land Use and Character Map. No questions from commissioners. - Item 9 (Street Closure – Portion of Josh Court): Lisa Kirby, Director of Engineering, presented the request to close a portion of the cul-de-sac to extend the street into an adjoining subdivision. City and GUC have reviewed and request a utility easement. No budgetary impact. Staff recommended approval. - Item 10 (Street Closure – Portion of Ridgway Street): Lisa Kirby presented the request to close a portion of Ridgway Street from Broad Street to its southern terminus, located behind Gary Sevens Lumber Company. All abutting property owners are the petitioner. City and GUC request a utility easement. No budgetary impact. Staff recommended approval. Key Outcomes - Items 3, 4, 5, and 6 were continued to the July 21, 2020 meeting by unanimous votes. - Items 7, 8, 9, and 10 were not voted on; the meeting was recessed until June 18, 2020 at 6:00 PM to allow additional public comments (submitted via email within 24 hours) and then the Commission will discuss and vote on these four items. - Commissioner Overton's potential conflict of interest on Item 7 will be addressed at the June 18 meeting before voting.