City of Greensboro Meeting Minutes - Final

City Council

Tuesday, May 07, 2024 at 4:30 P.m. - 9:30 P.m.

Katie Dorsett Council Chamber

300 West Washington Street, Greensboro, NC 27401

Present:

• Mayor Nancy Vaughan, 
• Mayor Pro-Tem Yvonne Johnson, 
• Councilmember Marikay Abuzuaiter, 
• Councilmember Sharon Hightower, 
• Councilmember Nancy Hoffmann, 
• Councilmember Hugh Holston, 
• Councilmember Zack Matheny, 
• Councilmember Tammi Thurm, 
• and and Councilmember Goldie Wells 

Also Present:

• Deputy City Manager Chris Wilson, 
• City Attorney Chuck Watts, 
• City Clerk Angela Lord, 
• and and Assistant City Clerk Quiwanaki Ramsey 

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A.

CALL TO ORDER

These City Council minutes are a general account of the May 7, 2024 meeting.  For full details of discussions, the meeting video can be located on the City of Greensboro website at https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/government/city-council/council-meetings.

This City Council meeting of the City of Greensboro was called to order at 4:30 pm on the above date in the Katie Dorsett Council Chamber of the Melvin Municipal Office Building.

Mayor Vaughan confirmed all Councilmembers in attendance.

Moved by Councilmember Abuzuaiter, seconded by Councilmember Thurm, to go into closed session to discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the Greensboro area, including agreement on a tentative list of economic development incentives that may be offered. The motion carried by voice vote.

Council recessed to closed session at 4:32 p.m.

Moved by Councilmember Thurm, seconded by Councilmember Holston, to return to open session. The motion carried by voice vote. Council reconvened into open session at 5:31 p.m.

B.

MOMENT OF SILENCE

The meeting opened with a moment of silence.

C.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Mayor Vaughan recognized Boy Scout Troop 216 to lead the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

D.

COUNCIL PROCEDURE FOR CONDUCT OF THE MEETING

Mayor Vaughan explained the Council procedure for conduct of the meeting.

E.

CEREMONIAL AND/OR PRESENTATION ITEMS

E.1

2024 – 304 Resolution to Honor the Memory of the Late Greensboro Police Department Sergeant Philip Dale Nix 

Councilmember Abuzuaiter read the resolution into the record; and presented the resolution to a family representative.

Greensboro Police Department (GPD) Chief John Thompson spoke on behalf of Nix family.

Family member of Sgt. Nix commended the GPD. 

Councilmember Matheny commended the GPD. 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Abuzuaiter
  Seconded By Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson

  Ayes (9)

  Mayor Vaughan, Councilmember Abuzuaiter, Councilmember Hightower, Councilmember Hoffmann, Councilmember Thurm, Councilmember Wells, Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson, Councilmember Holston, and Councilmember Matheny

  Carried (9 to 0)

  110-24 RESOLUTION HONORING THE MEMORY OF THE LATE GREENSBORO POLICE DEPARTMENT SERGEANT PHILIP DALE NIX

  WHEREAS, on December 30, 2023, the City of Greensboro and the Greensboro Police Department lost an outstanding Law Enforcement Officer with the passing of Sergeant Philip Dale Nix, while even off duty, still worked to uphold his values as an officer of the law;  

  WHEREAS, as a native to Greensboro, Sergeant Nix was born on February 2, 1973; attended Smith High School; and graduated with an English degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro;

  WHEREAS, bearing the Nix name, a name well known throughout Greensboro and the state of North Carolina, Sergeant Nix was born into a long line of devoted first responders and public safety professionals within the Greensboro Fire Department (GFD); Sergeant Nix stepped outside family tradition, as he was the first to serve as a public servant with the Greensboro Police Department (GPD);  

  WHEREAS, the Nix family has provided a combined total of 157 years, since 1971, of public service to the City of Greensboro to the GPD and GFD;

  WHEREAS, Sergeant Nix began his career as a 911 tele-communicator, where he learned critical crisis response and de-escalation skills;

  WHEREAS, he then joined the Greensboro Police Department with the 79^th Police Basic Introductory Course (PBIC) Academy in 2001;

  WHEREAS, being identified early in his 22-year tenure with GPD, Sergeant Nix served many roles including a Financial Crimes Detective, a Patrol Corporal, a Patrol Sergeant, a Police Training Officer, Detective Sergeant of the Family Victims Unit (FVU), served as a Team Leader for the Peer Support Team, the Assistant Team Leader of the GPD Honor Guard, served as a member of the United States Secret Service Financial Crimes Task Force, and the United States Attorney’s Identity Theft Task Force;

  WHEREAS, Sergeant Nix served on the Elder Justice Committee, the Domestic Violence High Risk Team, Family Justice Center High Risk Case Review Team, routinely assisted with the Friends Against Fraud, the Vital Signs Programs while in his role as Supervisor of the FVU; and the Alliance for HOPE International Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention, where he served as a faculty member; 

  WHEREAS, Sergeant Nix’s expertise was recognized throughout the GPD, the community, and nationally due to his passion for serving victims of abuse and his exceptional collaborative skills; he was also nationally recognized as a leader through the National Family Justice Center Alliance and the Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention, being invited to present on Homicide Prevention and Intervention; additionally he was one of Guilford County’s leading experts on Non-Fatal Strangulation Investigation; and a longtime member of the Greensboro Police Officer’s Association;

  WHEREAS, he was recognized within the Department and awarded the Greensboro Merchant Association’s Crime Prevention Award, the Department’s Superior Service Bar, and an Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate;

  WHEREAS, while he will be respectfully remembered for his advocacy for domestic violence victims, his leadership in the GPD Honor Guard, as an outstanding officer, and multiple other law enforcement roles, he is also remembered as a loving husband and father, who made family his priority, was protective, caring, dedicate and purposeful; and as an attentive family man who enjoyed home projects, remodeling and was an avid reader;

  WHEREAS, the Greensboro City Council wishes to express its sense of loss and sincere appreciation and gratitude for the years of dedicated public service rendered by Greensboro Police Department Sergeant Nix, the outstanding contributions he made to the community and the legacy he leaves with us all; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  1. That the City Council wishes to express its condolences, and offer its sincere appreciation and gratitude for his years of devoted service to the community and dedicated public service. His legacy as a lifesaver and a difference-maker will be remembered by the outstanding contributions he made to the community, friends, colleagues, and family.
  2. That a copy of this resolution shall be delivered to the family of the late Sergeant Philip Dale Nix as a symbol of the gratitude from the people of Greensboro for his many contributions to this community.

  (Signed) Marikay Abuzuaiter

  
  

E.2

2024- 306 Resolution to Recognize Green Hill Center 50th Anniversary 

Councilmember Hoffmann read the resolution into the record.

President of Green Hill Center Jamie Stone voiced appreciation for the center; and for the vision to create the Greensboro Cultural Center. 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Hoffmann
  Seconded By Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson

  Ayes (9)

  Mayor Vaughan, Councilmember Abuzuaiter, Councilmember Hightower, Councilmember Hoffmann, Councilmember Thurm, Councilmember Wells, Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson, Councilmember Holston, and Councilmember Matheny

  Carried (9 to 0)

  111-24 RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE GREENHILL CENTER’S 50^TH ANNIVERSARY

  WHEREAS, in 1974 a grassroots group of artists and civic activists came together to create a nonprofit, professional facility for visual art in Greensboro;

  WHEREAS, the City Council of Greensboro unanimously voted in November of 1974 to assist in creating a public space for the Green Hill Art Gallery;

  WHEREAS, in 1975 a building was purchased that became the Greensboro Arts Center which included gallery space for GreenHill;

  WHEREAS, bonds were issued in 1985 to expand the Greensboro Cultural Center; and the renovated center later opened in 1990;

  WHEREAS, GreenHill Center has been an anchor tenant of the Greensboro Cultural Center and has continually thrived as part of our state's cultural community;

  WHEREAS, Green Hill Center provides key arts education to the children of our community and state through ArtQuest at GreenHill studios which opened in 1996;

  WHEREAS, Green Hill Center remains the only nonprofit in the state dedicated exclusively to presenting and promoting North Carolina visual art, artists, and art education; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  1. That the City Council wishes to express a sense of joy in recognizing Green Hill Center on this remarkable journey to its 50^th
  2. That a copy of this resolution shall be delivered to the Green Hill Center as a symbol of gratitude of the City of Greensboro for its contributions to the art and culture community.

  (Signed) Nancy Hoffmann

  
  

E.3

2024- 307 Resolution to Recognize Berico Fuel 100th Anniversary 

Councilmember Matheny read resolution into record. 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Matheny
  Seconded By Councilmember Holston

  Ayes (9)

  Mayor Vaughan, Councilmember Abuzuaiter, Councilmember Hightower, Councilmember Hoffmann, Councilmember Thurm, Councilmember Wells, Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson, Councilmember Holston, and Councilmember Matheny

  Carried (9 to 0)

  112-24 RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE BERICO FUEL ON IT’S 100th YEAR ANNIVERSARY

  WHEREAS, in 1924 W.N. Berry founded Berry Coal Co which today is known as Berico Fuels Inc. in Greensboro, North Carolina (NC);

  WHEREAS, the Berico owners expanded their operations to the commercial market in 1960 through the development of Gateco; this aided in wholesale transport of heating oil, diesel fuel, kerosene, and gasoline products to commercial customers throughout the Triad expanding in a 100 mile radius;

  WHEREAS, in 1981 Berico partnered with S.H. Knight Oil Company Inc. and Carolina Propane to form Carolina Fuels Inc.; serving Rockingham County and surrounding areas; and in addition to residential customers, Carolina Fuels is proud to be a strong supplier of fuel and propane products to farmers in their respective territories;

  WHEREAS, Berico continued expansion efforts with an Alamance Oil Company partnership in 1990; Alamance also became home to their motor oil and lubricants distribution warehouse in Burlington, NC;

  WHEREAS, today Berico lives by their motto “Always Dependable” fuel, propane, and motor oil delivery and provides reliable, top quality HVAC installations and service to its customers;

  WHEREAS, Berico is a large contributor to our local community, specifically founding “Gift of Warmth,” supporting those who cannot afford heat each winter; raising over $75,000/year with the help of the Salvation Army; and

  THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  1. That the City Council wishes to express a sense of joy in recognizing Berico on this significant milestone of its 100th year anniversary.
  2. That a copy of this resolution shall be delivered to Berico as a symbol of gratitude of the City of Greensboro for this Signiant milestone and contributions to our community.

  (Signed) Zack Matheny

  
  

E.4

2024 – 317 Recognition of the 2024 Water Resources Water Conservation Poster Contest Winners 

Water Resources Director Mike Borchers recognized contest winners; and presented medals. 

The winners of the “Be a Water Wizard” poster contest are:

First place K-2nd, Benjamin-Xu, 2nd Grade, Greensboro Montessori School, teacher Mary Jackobson.

Second place K-2nd, Carter Straughan, 1st grade, New Garden Friends School, teacher Erin Allred.

Third place K-2nd, George Zhang, 2nd grade, New Garden Friends School, teacher Erin Allred.

First place 3rd-5th, Jensen Artz, 4th grade, Canterbury School, teacher Kelly Alley.

Second place 3rd-5th, Lily Gregory, 4th grade, New Garden Friends School, teacher Erin Allred.

Third place 3rd-5th, Hannah Jensen, 4th grade, Washington Elementary School, teacher Bianca Watkins.

F.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD

The following speakers voiced concerns regarding a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Discharge Permit:  Emily Sutton, Melisa Harrison, Jean Zhuang, and Dr. Jenifer Platt.

Discussion took place regarding monitoring of the i-4 dioxide chemical. 

Mark Hall voiced concern regarding illegal dumping around Cotswold Avenue and Cotswold Terrace. 

Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson requested staff to research camera installations for illegal dumping around Cotswold Avenue, and Cotswold Terrace.

Discussion ensued regarding the flock camera program; and a clean city.

David Hampsten highlighted May as National Bike Month; and voiced appreciation for council support.

Precious Bradley spoke to Black Maternal Health.

Cheryl McIvor spoke to Private Road Maintenance on Elmsley Court.

Discussion took place regarding private road repairs. 

Mayor Vaughan requested staff to research private road closure due to hazard concerns. 

Councilmember Holston requested staff to research the State's process for private road maintenance. 

The following speakers voiced concern for NC House Bill 10 (Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)): Erendira Mendez, Brandon Dockery, and Aracely Lopez.

Councilmember Holston requested staff to research how HB10 would affect the city. 

The following speakers voiced concerns regarding Homelessness: Toad of the Mountain, and Malique Hough. 

The following speakers representing "Keep Gate City Housed" voiced support for expansion of the Tenant Education Advocacy Mediation (“TEAM”) Program: Susan Berkholder, Esther Djokpe, Christina Hoepfner, Sadie Lansdale, Casey Thomas, Anita Washington, Cecile Crawford, and Evelyn Smith. 

City Council voiced support for funding the "TEAM" program in the upcoming fiscal year.  

Mayor Vaughan requested staff to research T.E.A.M FY 24-25 funding.

Councilmember Abuzuaiter requested staff to research T.E.A.M partnerships.

Councilmember Hightower requested staff to identify funding source for T.E.A.M. expansion. 

Jason Hicks voiced concerns regarding Downtown Greensboro.  

The following speakers voiced concerns regarding Housing: Ronald Harris, and Lisa Everhart. 

Discussion took place regarding The Interactive Resource Center (IRC).

Stephanie Samuel voiced concerns regarding Garbage bin placement.

Interim City Manager Chris Wilson confirmed staff had been in contact with Ms. Samuel.

Mayor Vaughan requested staff to research an ordinance regarding garbage bin placement to provide to Home Owners Association.

G.

CONSENT AGENDA (One Vote)

Mayor Vaughan asked if anyone wished to remove any items from the consent agenda; and reminded Council that any items removed from the consent agenda, other than for a recusal or for the purpose to vote 'No' would be placed on the next business meeting agenda as a business item.

• Moved By Councilmember Holston
  Seconded By Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson

  Ayes (9)

  Mayor Vaughan, Councilmember Abuzuaiter, Councilmember Hightower, Councilmember Hoffmann, Councilmember Thurm, Councilmember Wells, Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson, Councilmember Holston, and Councilmember Matheny

  Carried (9 to 0)

G.1

2024 - 315 Resolution Authorizing Emergency Transportation Services for the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office to Relocate and/or Evacuate Inmates from the Greensboro Detention Center

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 113-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR THE GUILFORD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO RELOCATE AND/OR EVACUATE INMATES FROM THE GREENSBORO DETENTION CENTER

  WHEREAS, the Transit Department has received a request from the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) requesting that the Greensboro Transit Agency (GTA) provide transportation services for the relocation and/or evacuation of inmates from the Greensboro Detention Facility in the event of an emergency that renders the facility uninhabitable;

  WHEREAS, the GCSO is requesting the necessary buses and operators required for the transportation of inmates to and from an alternate jail site from the Detention Center during an emergency;

  WHEREAS, the Assistance Agreement is conditioned upon the availability of GTA buses and personnel in the number determined by the City of Greensboro Transit Director;

  WHEREAS, the Federal Transit Administration encourages transit systems to assist with emergencies, although due to the FTA Charter Service Regulations, GTA cannot charge GCSO for this service as it would violate the Regulations;

  WHEREAS, the FTA may reimburse GTA for the transport costs pursuant to its Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program for the Federal Emergency Management Agency if the requisite conditions are met; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That the Emergency Transportation Services Agreement with the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office to relocate and/or evacuate inmates from the Greensboro Detention Center is hereby authorized, and the Mayor, City Manager, and City Clerk are hereby authorized to execute a proper contract on behalf of the City of Greensboro to carry the proposal into effect.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.2

2024 - 299 Resolution Authorizing Change Order #1 in the Amount of $30,000 for Contract 2022-5172 with HDR Engineering, Inc. of the Carolinas for Extended Construction Administration and Quality Assurance Services 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 114-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER #1 IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,000 FOR CONTRACT 2022-5172 BETWEEN THE CITY OF GREENSBORO AND HDR ENGINEERING, INC. OF THE CAROLINAS FOR EXTENDED CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND QUALITY ASSURANCE SERVICES FOR WHITE STREET LANDFILL

  WHEREAS, the Solid Waste & Recycling Department (formerly Field Operations Department) issued a professional service contract in 2022 with HDR Engineering, Inc. of the Carolinas (HDR) for Professional Services-Construction Quality Assurance for the Phase III Partial Closure Project at the White Street Landfill;

  WHEREAS, the initial contract had an estimated value of $375,800;

  WHEREAS, this change order will increase the initial contract value by $30,000 making the amended total dollar value $405,800;

  WHEREAS, the Solid Waste & Recycling Department requires this change for HDR to provide extended construction administration and quality assurance services due to the contract time extension provided to J.R. Lynch, Inc.;

  WHEREAS, the Solid Waste & Recycling Department and the M/WBE office was involved in the initial selection process as well as with this change order;

  WHEREAS, this contract is anticipated to continue through December 31, 2024; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That the City Manager is authorized to enter into this contract with HDR Engineering, Inc. of the Carolinas to provide extended construction administration and quality assurance services due to the contract time extension provided to J.R. Lynch, Inc.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.3

2024 – 289 Budget Ordinance to Approve Training Grant from Colonial Pipeline for $13,500

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

• 24-52 ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FY 2023-24 FEDERAL, STATE, AND OTHER GRANTS FUND BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,500 FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF THE COLONIAL PIPELINE TRAINING GRANT

  BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That the Federal, State, and Other Grants Fund of the City of Greensboro is hereby amended as follows:

  Section 1

  That the appropriation to the Federal, State, and Other Grants Fund be increased as follows:

  Account                         Description                                         Amount

  220-40-4098085.5520   Seminar/Training Expenses               $   13,500

  And, that this increase be financed by increasing the following revenue account:

  Account                         Description                                         Amount

  220-40-4098085.8620   Donations & Private Contributions   $   13,500

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance should become effective upon adoption.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

   

  
  

G.4

2024 -305 Resolution Authorizing the Purchase 3.18 Acres Located at 4519 and 4537 West Market Street From Ralph D. Stout for the Amount of $1,198,262 for Future Fire Station Location 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 115-24 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF 3.18 ACRES LOCATED AT 4519 AND 4537 WEST MARKET STREET FROM RALPH D. STOUT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,198,262 FOR FUTURE FIRE STATION LOCATION

  WHEREAS, the properties owned by Ralph D. Stout located at 4519 and 4537 West Market Street is required for a future fire station, said property being shown on the attached map;

  WHEREAS, Ralph D. Stout have agreed for $1,198,262 payment for the land.  It is deemed in the best interest of the City to purchase said property; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That the City Manager is authorized to enter into agreement with Ralph D. Stout for the aforementioned property in the amount of $1,198,262.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.5

2024 – 316 Ordinance to Approve State, Federal, and Other Grants Fund Budget for Police Service Contract for Community Based Organizations $75,000

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

• 24-53 ORDINANCE AMENDING STATE, FEDERAL AND OTHER GRANTS FUND BUDGET FOR A NC DRUG EXCISE TAX GRANT FOR GREENSBORO POLICE DEPARTMENT

  Section 1

  BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That the State, Federal and Other Grants Fund Budget of the City of Greensboro is hereby amended as follows:

  That the appropriation for the State, Federal and Other Grants Fund be increased as follows:

  Account name- GPD Community Organizations

  Account                           Description                                                 Amount

  220-35-3598158.5429     Other Contracted Services                         $ 75,000     

  And, that this increase be financed by increasing the following State, Federal and Other Grants Fund accounts:

  Account                           Description                                                 Amount

  220-35-3598158.7123     State Drug Excise Tax                               $ 75,000

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance should become effective upon adoption.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.6

2024 – 311 Resolution to Approve Reimbursement Agreements for up to $75,000 of Municipal Service District Funds

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 116-24 RESOLUTION APPROVING REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENTS TO REPAIR HISTORIC RETAINING WALLS IN THE DUNLEATH HISTORIC DISTRICT

  WHEREAS, the Dunleath neighborhood is a National Register Historic District and a locally zoned Historic District;

  WHEREAS, the Dunleath neighborhood collects funds as a Municipal Service District within the boundary of locally zoned Historic District;

  WHEREAS, the Dunleath Municipal Service District Plan recognizes the importance of the original street walls to the character of the historic district and the value they add not only to the individual property where they are located but to the entire district;

  WHEREAS, preservation of the historic street walls in Dunleath has been determined to be an eligible use of Municipal Service District funds;

  WHEREAS, On September 19, 2023 the Greensboro City Council approved the establishment of the Dunleath Retaining Wall Restoration Program which falls under the category of “Preserve Historic Streetscape and Environment” in the neighborhood’s Municipal Service District Plan; 

  WHEREAS, The Dunleath Neighborhood Association has allocated $75,000 in funds for the 3 year Municipal Planning period of 2022-2025 for the purposes of repairing historic retaining walls that contribute to the character of the historic streetscape within the Dunleath District;

  WHEREAS, the granite street wall at 600, 602, 604, and 606 Park Avenue is in very poor condition and because of the high cost of repair is at serious risk of being lost;

  WHEREAS, the Dunleath Neighborhood association supports this use of Municipal Service District funds;

  WHEREAS, the Historic Preservation Commission held a public hearing at their meeting on April 24, 2024 and voted to support the use of Municipal Service District Funds; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That the City Manager is authorized to enter into agreements with the owners of property at 600, 602, 604, and 606 Park Avenue to assist with retaining wall repair per the program adopted on September 19, 2023.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.7

2024 - 321 Ordinance in the Amount of $16,729 Amending the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Fund Budget for Career Center Infrastructure Funding Provided By the Welfare Reform Liaison Project (WRLP) 

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

• 24-54 ORDINANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $16,729 AMENDING THE WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (WIOA) FUND BUDGET FOR 2023-24

  BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  Section 1

  That the appropriation for the FY WIOA 23-24 budget be increased as follows to budget partner contributions from the Welfare Reform Liaison Project (WRLP):

  Account                            Description                                                  Amount

  216-02-0298382.5255    Rental of Land and Buildings                       $   5,424

  216-02-0298382.5422    Contracted Maint. Buildings and Grounds   $ 11,305

                                                                                                                $16,729

  And, that this increase be financed by increasing the following revenues:

  Account                             Description                                                   Amount

  216-02-0298382.7801     Rent - Real Estate                                          $ 16,729

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance should become effective upon adoption.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.8

2024 – 319 Ordinance in the Amount of $384,550 Amending the Workforce Development Fund Budget for Pipeline Building in Advanced Manufacturing Certifications Funding Provided By the Golden LEAF Foundation

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

• 24-55 ORDINANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $384,550 AMENDING THE WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT (WIOA) FUND BUDGET FOR 2024 GOLDEN LEAF FUNDING

  BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  Section 1

  That the appropriation for the FY 23-24 Workforce Development Fund budget be increased as follows to budget the 2024 Golden LEAF Foundation grant funding:

  Account                              Description                                             Amount

  216-02-0298807.4140      Roster Wages                                           $ 69,550

  216-02-0298807.5564      WIA Individual Training                         $ 125,000

  216-02-0298807.5560      WIA on the Job Training                         $ 66,000

  216-02-0298807.5565      WIA Supportive Services                        $ 50,000

  216-02-0298807.5224      Outside Printing & Publishing                 $ 6,500

  216-02-0298807.5510      Business And Meeting Expenses             $ 5,450

  216-02-0298807.5214      Office Equipment & Furniture                 $ 19,550

  216-02-0298807.5212      Computer Software                                  $ 15,000

  216-02-0298807.5442      IT Services and Fees                               $ 20,000

  216-02-0298807.5540      Mileage Reimbursement                         $  7,500

  Total                                                                                                   $384,550

  And, that this increase be financed by increasing the following revenues:

  Account                              Description                                              Amount

  216-02-0298807.8620      Donations & Private Contributions          $384,550

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance should become effective upon adoption.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.9

2024-320 Resolution Authorizing the Amendment of the Existing Commercial Lease Agreement with SPL-GSP, LLC for the Parks and Recreation Offices at 301 S. Greene Street 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 117-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AMENDMENT OF A COMMERCIAL LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SPL-GSP, LLC FOR PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICES LOCATED AT 301 S. GREENE STREET

  WHEREAS, SPL-GSP, LLC owns a building on property located at 301 S. Greene Street, Parcel #342 in downtown Greensboro;

  WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro currently leases 7,500 square feet of office space in this building which is used by the Parks and Recreation Department;

  WHEREAS, the City wishes to lease an additional 3,953 square feet of office space for use;

  WHEREAS, with leasing this additional space the City will remit a total of $1,020,409.44 for a base term of five years; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That the City Manager is authorized to enter into a commercial lease agreement with SPL-GSP, LLC in the building located at 301 S. Greene Street.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.10

2024 – 235 Resolution to Approve Greensboro/Guilford County Tourism Development Authority 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget in the Amount of $1,533,000 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 118-24 Resolution Authorizing GREENSBORO/GUILFORD COUNTY TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 BUDGET ORDINANCE IN THE AMoUNT OF $1,533,000

  WHEREAS, the budget of the Greensboro/Guilford County Tourism Development Authority (Authority) is funded from a combination of the 3% County-wide Hotel/Motel Room Occupancy Tax, the 3% Greensboro Hotel/Motel Room Occupancy Tax and other revenue;

  WHEREAS, the Greensboro/Guilford County Tourism Development Authority budget requires approval by the Authority, Guilford County and the City of Greensboro;

  WHEREAS, the total proposed FY 2024-2025 budget of the Authority is $8,578,650 of which $1,533,000 represents 20% of the projected revenue from the 3% Greensboro Hotel/Motel Room Occupancy Tax;

  WHEREAS, this portion of projected Greensboro Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax levy is allocated to the Authority to fund tourism activities and is the portion of the Authority’s budget that is subject to approval by Greensboro City Council; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That the Greensboro/Guilford County Tourism Development Authority Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget ordinance in the amount of $1,533,000 is approved.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

G.11

2024-225 Budget Adjustments Requiring Council Approval 4/9/24 through 4/29/24 

Motion to adopt the budget adjustments requiring Council approval 4/9/24 through 4/29/24 over the amount of $50,000 was approved.

(A copy of the Report is filed in Exhibit Drawer G, No. 18, which is hereby referred to and made a part of these minutes.)

G.12

2024-226 Budget Adjustments Approved by Budget Officer 4/9/24 through 4/29/24 

Motion to adopt the budget adjustments accepted by the Budget Officer 4/9/24 through 4/29/24 was approved.

(A copy of the Report is filed in Exhibit Drawer G, No. 18, which is hereby referred to and made a part of these minutes.)

G.13

2024-303 Motion to Adopt the DRAFT April 2, 2024 City Council Meeting Minutes 

Motion to adopt the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 2, 2024 was approved.

H.

PUBLIC HEARING

There were no Public Hearing items for this agenda.

I.

GENERAL BUSINESS AGENDA

I.1

2024-255 Resolution Approving Change Order #2 for $1,400,000 for the Management and Operations of Transit Services Agreement with RATP Dev USA, Inc. 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Hightower
  Seconded By Councilmember Holston

  Ayes (9)

  Mayor Vaughan, Councilmember Abuzuaiter, Councilmember Hightower, Councilmember Hoffmann, Councilmember Thurm, Councilmember Wells, Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson, Councilmember Holston, and Councilmember Matheny

  Carried (9 to 0)

  119-24 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER #2 TO THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF TRANSIT SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF GREENSBORO AND RATP DEV USA, INC

  WHEREAS, at the March 1, 2022 meeting, City Council approved a five-year contract with RATP Dev USA Inc. for the Management and Operations of Transit Services provided by the Greensboro Transit Agency:

  WHEREAS, at the July 11, 2023 meeting City Council approved Change Order #1 in the amount of $1,200,000 for several new enhancements to the Fixed Route Services;

  WHEREAS, for the remainder of FY 2023-2024 GTA is requesting Change Order #2 in an effort to continue operating the Pilot Downtown Trolley Service and the new crosstown route (Crossmax Purple) Fixed Route services;

  WHEREAS, the services enhancement will cost an estimated $1,400,000 for the remainder of FY 2023-2024;

  WHEREAS, with the additional expenses, the RATP Dev Year 2 contract maximum will increase from $24,546,738 to $25,946,738 and the overall contract will increase from $122,840,174 to $124,240,174; and

  NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the contract addendum between the City of Greensboro and RATP Dev USA Inc. to increase the RAPT DEV Year 2 contract maximum from $24,546,738 to $25,946,738 and the overall contract from $122,840,174 to $124,240,174.

  (Signed) Sharon Hightower

  
  

I.2

2024 -322 Resolution Authorizing Commitment to Multi-Family Affordable Housing Development Projects 

Discussion took place regarding the Housing Repair Program; applicants; and funding sources. 

Beth McKee-Huger spoke to the need for affordable housing; and commended the construction company. 

Bobby Funk, Development Director of Mils Construction, spoke to community needs; and highlighted potential applicants. 

Jill Phaneuf, Executive Director, Affordable Housing Management, Inc (AHM) referenced the developers vision; and expressed gratitude to the faith based communities for support of the project.

Councilmember Hightower voiced concerns regarding Minority and Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE); and requested staff for an update on when the project would be vetted for M/WBE.

Staff explained the vetting process.

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson
  Seconded By Councilmember Thurm

  Ayes (9)

  Mayor Vaughan, Councilmember Abuzuaiter, Councilmember Hightower, Councilmember Hoffmann, Councilmember Thurm, Councilmember Wells, Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson, Councilmember Holston, and Councilmember Matheny

  Carried (9 to 0)

  120-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COMMITMENTS TO MULTIFAMILY AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS

  WHEREAS, federal HOME program funds and additional City Housing Bond funds were included in a competitive Request for Proposals for Multi-family Affordable Housing Development;

  WHEREAS, two project applications were received and both projects are recommended for City Council consideration to award funds as follows;

  Project Name	Location	Developer	Amount	Source
  Vandalia Acres	2943 W. Vandalia Road	Affordable Housing Management, Inc.	$2,718,211.00	Housing Bond and HOME
  Yanceyville Place II	3910 Yanceyville Street	FGM Development, LLC	$1,600,000.00	HOME
  		TOTAL	$4,318,211.00

   

  WHEREAS, the Vandalia Acres and Yanceyville Place II projects require a City commitment letter to accompany their final Low Income Housing Tax Credit [LIHTC] application submittal to the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency [NCHFA];

  WHEREAS, the recommendation is for issuance of a time-limited commitment for Vandalia Acres and Yanceyville Place II dependent on the projects receiving LIHTC awards from NCHFA, all necessary financing, M/WBE compliance documentation, HUD environmental review compliance for federally funded projects, and availability of City funds; and

  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENSBORO:

  That it authorizes financing commitment of 2,718,211.00 HOME and 2016 Housing Bond funds for Affordable Housing Management for Vandalia Acres and $1,600,000.000 HOME funds for FGM Development, LLC for Yanceyville Place II subject to the projects receiving a LIHTC award from NCHFA and meeting all financing conditions, and authorizes the City Manager to execute loan closing documents for these multi-family affordable housing development projects in conformity herewith the applicable federal and City regulations associated with the source of funding.

  (Signed) Yvonne Johnson

  
  

J.

MATTERS TO BE DISCUSSED BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL 

Mayor Vaughan voiced concerns regarding the July 2nd City Council meeting; and asked for a motion to reschedule the meeting to July 9th. The motion was moved by Councilmember Thurm, seconded by Councilmember Abuzuaiter. The motion carried by voice vote.  

Councilmember Hightower voiced concerns regarding the Pay Equity Study; and requested staff to research an Employee Customer Service training.

Mayor Vaughan requested staff to provide hybrid workforce data. 

Councilmember Wells requested staff to research Neighborhood and Housing Development staffing needs; and highlighted District 1 and District 2 development. 

Councilmember Matheny voiced concerns regarding the IRC; and requested staff to provide an update with the Community Safety study being conducted on the IRC.

Councilmember Hightower inquired about IRC fire capacity, to which staff confirmed the IRC served within regulations. 

Councilmember Matheny voiced concerns regarding the IRC with service calls; and spoke to accountability.  

Discussion took place regarding IRC capacity; hours of operations; staff shortages; City funding allocations; the regency Inn Project; and the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process.

Councilmember Thurm requested staff to schedule a meeting with the IRC. 

Councilmember Holston requested staff to research how the City could help the IRC.

Councilmember Hoffmann voiced concerns regarding the Israeli-Palestine conflict. 

Council spoke to upcoming events and events attended.

Mayor Vuaghan read a statement regarding her tenure as Mayor; and spoke to the upcoming 2025 elections.

K.

ADJOURNMENT

Moved by Mayor Vaughan, seconded by Councilmember Abuzuaiter, to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried on the following voice vote.

The City Council Adjourned at 9:27 pm.

 

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Nancy Vaughan, Mayor                                   Quiwanaki Ramsey, Assistant City Clerk