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Greenville City Council Meeting - April 10, 2025

City Council — Thursday, April 10, 2025
BodyGreenville, North Carolina
SessionCity Council
DateThursday, April 10, 2025
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0:53

Good evening.

0:54

I'd like to call the April 10th, 2025 meeting of the Greenville City Council to order.

0:59

I'm Mayor P.

0:59

J.

1:00

Conley will be presiding over tonight's meeting.

1:01

First, I'd like to call on Councilmember Blackburn for the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

1:07

Thank you.

1:08

Tonight for our invocation, I'd like to share a prayer from the Sioux Nation.

1:14

Oh, our father of the sky, hear us and make us strong.

1:18

Oh, our mother the earth, hear us and give us support.

1:23

O Spirit of the East, send us your wisdom.

1:27

O Spirit of the South, may we tread your path of life.

1:31

O Spirit of the West, may we always be ready for the long journey.

1:36

O Spirit of the North, purify us with your cleansing winds.

1:43

Thank you.

1:44

Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.

1:57

One nation under God.

2:06

Madam Clerk, please call the roll.

2:08

Yes, sir.

2:09

Mayor Connolly.

2:10

Here.

2:11

Mayor Pro Tem Daniels.

2:12

Present.

2:13

Councilmember Foreman.

2:14

Here.

2:15

Councilmember Blackburn, present.

2:17

Councilmember Scully.

2:18

Here.

2:19

Councilmember Robinson.

2:20

Here.

2:20

Councilmember Willis.

2:22

Here.

2:22

Mayor Connolly of a Clark.

2:23

Thank you very much.

2:24

Will I move on to the approval of tonight's agenda?

2:26

Mr.

2:26

Manager.

2:27

Yes, Mayor.

2:27

I would like to ask Council to remove item number four under public hearings from tonight's agenda.

2:32

The applicant has requested that that public hearing be continued to the May 8th council meeting.

2:38

Okay.

2:38

So mayor and counselor asked that council add a closed session motion to be read after Roman number eleven comments by Mayor and Council.

2:50

Closed session motion.

2:51

Motion to add that to the council.

2:53

Second.

2:54

All right, motion made by Councilmember Robinson, second by Councilmember Blackburn.

2:57

All those in favor say aye.

2:58

Aye.

2:58

Those opposed say nay.

3:00

Motion passes six zero.

3:01

All right, we'll move on to special recognitions.

3:09

Can I ask Eddie Summers to come forward?

3:30

It is my honor to uh to have Eddie here tonight to recognize his retirement from the city of Greenville.

3:46

So before uh joining our city uh team in 2005, Eddie Eddie proudly served our nation for four years in the United States Coast Guard, which instilled in him the value of discipline and dedication that would characterize his career with recreation and parks.

4:05

Following his military service, Eddie transitioned to the private sector, where he honored his leadership and management skills overseeing several grocery stores, including Pickley Wigley, right across from Park Maintenance Shop.

4:19

In 2005, the City of Greenville was fortunate to welcome Eddie to our team.

4:34

In this crucial role, he oversaw a wide array of essential repairs encompassing HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and various other skilled trades, ensuring the smooth and safe operation of our facilities and parks.

4:52

Eddie's commitment to excellence was truly exceptional, as he served as an inspiring example for the staff he supervised.

5:01

His renowned can-do attitude and willingness to embrace any challenges were hallmarks of his tenure.

5:07

Respected and admired by his colleagues, Eddie was affectionately known in the shop as Papa Smurf.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Affordable Housing█████████████████████████████29%
Zoning And Land Use██████████████████████22%
Community Engagement███████████████15%
Procedural█████████████13%
Public Engagement███████7%
Public Safety█████5%
Transportation Safety█████5%
Public Health██2%
Animal Welfare██2%
Summary of Proceedings

Greenville City Council Meeting - April 10, 2025

Mayor P.J. Conley called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. The council recognized two retirees, Eddie Summers (Recreation and Parks) and Eric Deans (Fire/Rescue), for their years of service. No public comments were registered. The council approved several appointments to boards and commissions, held two public hearings, approved a substantial amendment to the 2024 Annual Action Plan, and committed HOME funds for affordable senior housing. A closed session was held at the end of the meeting.

Consent Calendar

  • Appointments to Boards and Commissions: The council unanimously approved the following appointments:
    • Affordable Housing Loan Committee: Reappointed Beal Redding and Robert Kevin Howard; newly appointed Crystal Rowland.
    • Environmental Advisory Commission: Reappointed Dr. Yoshi Newman, Joshua Gardner, and Dr. Robert Shaw.
    • Multimodal Transportation Commission: Appointed Dr. Mona Epps.
    • Board of Adjustment and Historic Preservation Commission appointments were postponed to May 8, 2025.
    • Planning and Zoning Commission: Appointment continued.
    • Youth Council: No appointments.

Discussion Items

  • Public Hearing – Future Land Use Map Amendment (Hillpointe, LLC): The council heard a request to amend the Future Land Use and Character Map for 22 acres near Dickinson Avenue Extension and Allen Road from multiple designations to Mixed Use (MU). City Planner Chris Kelly presented traffic impact analysis showing a net increase of 424 daily trips (212 each on Dickinson Ave and Allen Rd), with both roads below design capacity. Staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval. The developer's representative, Amanda Bambreak (Morning Star Law Group), and VP Will Rutherford (Hillpointe) spoke in favor, emphasizing market-rate attainable housing (projected rent $1,575 for a 2-bedroom, $200 below the highest local comps) and commitment to community outreach. Councilmember Foreman noted concerns from neighboring residents about apartment quality and traffic but clarified the vote was only a land use amendment; a future rezoning would require further public engagement. Councilmember Robinson supported the project to increase housing supply and drive down rents. The council voted 6-0 to approve the amendment.

  • Public Hearing – Substantial Amendment to 2024 Annual Action Plan: Community Development Program Manager May Skein presented a request to reallocate $400,000 in program income to support the Home Rehabilitation Program. The amendment was needed to expedite existing rehabs without impacting new construction. No public speakers. The council voted 6-0 to approve the amendment.

  • 2025 HOME Investment Partnership Fund Commitment: Ms. Skein presented staff’s recommendation to award $715,000 in HOME ARP gap financing to Turnberry Trace, a 72-unit senior affordable housing development by Taft Mills Group. The project is shovel-ready, has secured Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and rents range from $550 to $975. Dustin Mills (Taft Mills) highlighted the project’s proximity to amenities, 10% set-aside for veterans and homeless, and a 30-year affordability restriction. Councilmembers praised the developer’s local roots, amenities (public park, exercise equipment), and commitment to quality. Councilmember Foreman noted this project set a standard for development. The council voted 6-0 to approve the funding commitment.

Key Outcomes

  • Item 4 (Happy Trail Farms rezoning) was continued to the May 8, 2025 meeting at the applicant's request.
  • Closed Session Motion: The council unanimously approved a motion to enter closed session to discuss real property acquisition strategies.
  • Upcoming Events: Councilmember Scully promoted Rose High School's production of Mamma Mia (April 11-12). Councilmember Robinson celebrated 11 new police officers sworn in and reminded of community events.
  • Recognitions: The Council acknowledged staff contributions to Pirates Fest and congratulated retirees and new officers.

Meeting Transcript

Good evening. I'd like to call the April 10th, 2025 meeting of the Greenville City Council to order. I'm Mayor P. J. Conley will be presiding over tonight's meeting. First, I'd like to call on Councilmember Blackburn for the invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Thank you. Tonight for our invocation, I'd like to share a prayer from the Sioux Nation. Oh, our father of the sky, hear us and make us strong. Oh, our mother the earth, hear us and give us support. O Spirit of the East, send us your wisdom. O Spirit of the South, may we tread your path of life. O Spirit of the West, may we always be ready for the long journey. O Spirit of the North, purify us with your cleansing winds. Thank you. Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. One nation under God. Madam Clerk, please call the roll. Yes, sir. Mayor Connolly. Here. Mayor Pro Tem Daniels. Present. Councilmember Foreman. Here. Councilmember Blackburn, present. Councilmember Scully. Here. Councilmember Robinson. Here. Councilmember Willis. Here. Mayor Connolly of a Clark. Thank you very much. Will I move on to the approval of tonight's agenda? Mr. Manager. Yes, Mayor. I would like to ask Council to remove item number four under public hearings from tonight's agenda. The applicant has requested that that public hearing be continued to the May 8th council meeting. Okay. So mayor and counselor asked that council add a closed session motion to be read after Roman number eleven comments by Mayor and Council. Closed session motion. Motion to add that to the council. Second. All right, motion made by Councilmember Robinson, second by Councilmember Blackburn. All those in favor say aye. Aye. Those opposed say nay. Motion passes six zero.

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