City of Greensboro Meeting Minutes - Final

City Council

Monday, August 05, 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 Tammi Thurm, 
• and Councilmember Goldie Wells, 
• and Councilmember Zack Matheny 

Also Present:

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

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A.

CALL TO ORDER

These City Council minutes are a general account of the August 5, 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 4:40 P.M. on the above date in the Katie Dorsett Council Chamber of the Melvin Municipal Office Building.

Mayor Vaughan confirmed all Councilmembers were in attendance.

Moved by  Councilmember Thurm, seconded by Councilmember Hightower 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 by the public body in negotiations.  Council recessed to closed session at 4:42 P.M.

Moved by Councilmember Abuzuaiter,  seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson  to return to open session at 5:34 P.M.

B.

MOMENT OF SILENCE

The meeting opened with a moment of silence.

C.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Mayor Vaughan recognized Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson to lead the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Interim City Manager Chris Wilson recognized Youth Courier Nathan Newman from Northeast High School; and highlighted academic and sports accomplishments.

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 – 500 Resolution to Honor the Late D. Hayes Clement 

Councilmember Holston read the resolution into the record; referenced a personal relationship; and presented the resolution to the family.

Family representatives voiced appreciation for the resolution; highlighted Mr. Clement's community impact. 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 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)

  191-24 RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE LATE DONALD HAYES CLEMENT

  WHEREAS, on March 18, 2024, the community lost an outstanding community member with the passing of the late D. Hayes Clement;

  WHEREAS, Mr. Clement was born in New Bern, North Carolina on September 27, 1935; with scholarships from Phillips Academy and Duke University, he graduated from Phillips Academy in 1954 where he lettered in football and basketball; and from Duke in 1958 where he played center on the basketball team, was on the men's track team, and lacrosse team; and a member of the Kappa Alpha Fraternity.

  WHEREAS, for 35 years, he served as an accountant in Greensboro and Atlanta with high profile clients such as Delta Airlines, Emory University, and various Hospitals and medical centers until 1992;

  WHEREAS, in retirement Mr. Clement served as a longtime board member including Halstead Industries, Piedmont Natural Gas, and Libby Hill Restaurants;

  WHEREAS, Mr. Clement was a dedicated board member or trustee for various schools and non-profits including Gateway University Research park, Communities in Schools of Greater Greensboro, the Greensboro Sports Council, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, the John R. Kernodle Memorial Scholarship Fund, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Triad Stage, Canterbury School, Moses Cone Hospital and Foundation, and the Well-Spring retirement Community;

  WHEREAS, Mr. Clement was committed to creating scholarships opportunities, as a scholarship student himself, at both Phillips Academy and Duke;

  WHEREAS, he assisted to lead the “Communities in Schools” dropout prevention program in Atlanta; which he also launched in Greensboro;

  WHEREAS, Mr. Clement received numerous awards including the Guilford College Charles C. Hendricks award, the Communities in Schools of North Carolina “Power of One” award, the Greensboro United Way Alexis de Tocqueville award, and the Thomas Osborne Distinguished Citizen award;

  WHEREAS, Mr. Clement had a strong belief on fiscal reasonability; and in helping to improve the lives of others; and

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

  1.  That the City Council wishes to express its sense of gratitude and offer its condolences, to the family and friends of D. Hayes Clement. The legacy he leaves will be remembered by the residents of Greensboro.

  2.  That a copy of this resolution shall be delivered to the family of the late D.Hayes Clement as a symbol of the gratitude of the City of Greensboro for his contributions in the community.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

E.2

2024 – 549 Rosa Foundation Presentation 

Rosa Foundation Co-Founders James and Tebony Rosa made a presentation to Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson; highlighted a celebration of her life's work, her impact on the community; and presented a Lifetime Achievements Award to Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson.

Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson voiced appreciation for the recognition.

F.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD

Penny Schneck, Executive Director of Triad Local 1st spoke to promotion of local businesses; highlighted a community table event in October; and  provided information to Council.

Greensboro Sports Foundation, Richard Beard highlighted the Amateur Athletic Union (AUU) Junior Olympics event; recognized Center of Visitors Bureau, City Staff, and other organizations for a collaborative event; and highlighted soccer complex events. 

Dr. Irish Spencer Families Against Senseless Killings (FASK) voiced appreciation for support; and thanked Dr. Goldie Wells for neighborhood safety.

Mayor Vaughan recognized Dr. Spencer for her book 'Watch Me Win'. 

Sade Pickard voiced concerns for homelessness; spoke to trust accounts; to caring for the homeless; and referenced research to provide information.

Due to disorderly conduct, Mayor Vaughan asked that Ms. Pickard be removed from the meeting; and later notified City Clerk Angela Lord that Ms. Pickard was to be banned for three months. 

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 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)

G.1

2024 -518 Resolution Adopting Master Plans for Hampton Neighborhood Park, Old Peck Neighborhood Park and Greentree Neighborhood Park 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 192-24 RESOLUTION ADOPTING MASTER PLANS FOR HAMPTON NEIGHBORHOOD PARK, OLD PECK NEIGHBORHOOD PARK AND GREENTREE NEIGHBORHOOD PARK

  WHEREAS, Greensboro residents approved through Cycle 3 of the City’s former participating budgeting program for master plans to be completed at three neighborhood parks located in District 1;

  WHEREAS, Hampton Park is located at 3111 Four Seasons Boulevard in the Greentree and Chadbury communities and is 10.6 acres;

  WHEREAS, Old Peck Park is located at 1101 Fairbanks Street within the Glenwood Community and is 5.2 acres;

  WHEREAS, Greentree Park is located at 1401 Springbrook Drive within the Greentree Community and is 10.5 acres;

  WHEREAS, in developing the plans the Parks and Recreation Department completed two community engagement sessions, online engagement, attended neighborhood association meetings, and received input from youth;

  WHEREAS, public input demonstrated that the most desired improvements are the walking loop at Greentree, new basketball expansion at Hampton, and field and parking upgrades at Old Peck;

  WHEREAS, upon adoption, the master plans will serve as a guiding document for future development and improvements at each site;

  WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Commission supported and recommended approval of the master plans at its June 5, 2024 meeting; and

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

  That it hereby adopts the master plans for Hampton Neighborhood Park, Old Peck Neighborhood Park and Greentree Neighborhood Park presented herewith this day.

  (Signed) Sharon Hightower

  
  

G.2

2024-531 Resolution Authorizing Supplemental Agreement #1 with North Carolina Department of Transportation for BL-0117 A&Y Greenway and Bridge Replacement Project 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 193-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT #1 WITH NC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR BL-0117 A&Y GREENWAY AND BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT

  WHEREAS, Project BL-0117 will design and construct a replacement bridge for the A&Y Greenway over Lake Brandt near Bur-Mil Park;

  WHEREAS, this supplemental agreement adjusts the scope of the project to include the reconstruction of the greenway surface from Strawberry Road into Bur-Mil Park and an improved greenway crossing at Strawberry Road;

  WHEREAS, federal funding to cover 80% of eligible project design and construction costs up to $2,030,000 has been secured by the MPO Transportation Advisory Committee and the NCDOT and approved by City Council;

  WHEREAS, no additional funds are required for Supplemental Agreement #1; and

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

  That said project is hereby formally approved and the City Manager is hereby empowered to execute Supplemental Agreement #1 with the NCDOT for the A&Y Greenway Bridge Replacement Project BL-0117.

  (Signed) Sharon Hightower

  
  

G.3

2024-553 Ordinance Amending State, Federal and Other Grants budget of $263 for Appropriation of Interest Earned

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

• 24-104 ORDINANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $263 AMENDING THE STATE, FEDERAL AND OTHER GRANTS FUND BUDGET FOR 2024-25 FOR INTEREST EARNED

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

  Section 1

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

  Account                          Description                                                            Amount

  220-50-5098011.5931    Contributions to Nongovernmental Agencies        $263

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

  Account                          Description                                                           Amount

  220-50-5098011.8500    Interest Earned                                                    $263

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance should become effective upon adoption.

  (Signed) Sharon Hightower

  
  

G.4

2024-443 Resolution Authorizing the Sole Source Purchase of Bio Triad Environmental, Inc. Atmospheric Vapor Phase Odor Control Chemical, in the Amount of $226,328, for the T. Z. Osborne Water Reclamation Facility and the North Buffalo Wastewater Transfer

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• 194-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF BIO TRIAD ENVIRONMENTAL, INC ODOR CONTROL CHEMICAL IN THE AMOUNT OF $226,328, FOR THE T. Z. OSBORNE WATER RECLAMATION FACILITY AND THE NORTH BUFFALO WASTEWATER TRANSFER PUMP STATION

  WHEREAS, Water Resources requests approval to sole source the purchase of an atmospheric vapor phase odor control chemical from Bio Triad Environmental, Inc. in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, for the T. Z. Osborne Water Reclamation Facility and the North Buffalo Wastewater Transfer Pump Station;

  WHEREAS, the Water Resources department seeks to use an odor control chemical for the primary treatment and equalization processes at the T. Z. Osborne Water Reclamation Facility and the North Buffalo Wastewater Transfer Pump Station;

  WHEREAS, City Council approval is required to sole source a purchase under State Public Contracting Statute GS 143-129 (e)(6). State law allows exceptions to the letting of public contracts for the purchase of apparatus, supplies, materials or equipment when standardization or compatibility is the overriding consideration;

  WHEREAS, the odor control chemical by Bio Triad helps to neutralize the odor coming from the primary and equalization tanks;

  WHEREAS, In light of proven dependability with the Bio Triad chemical currently in use at the treatment plant through pilot testing, standardization of parts and for commonality, Bio Triad Environmental, Inc. is recommended; and

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

  That the City is authorized to enter into a sole source purchase of an atmospheric vapor phase odor control chemical from Bio Triad Environmental, Inc. in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, in the amount of $226,328, for the T. Z. Osborne Water Reclamation Facility and the North Buffalo Wastewater Transfer Pump Station.

  (Signed) Sharon Hightower

  
  

G.5

2024-576 Budget Adjustments Requiring Council Approval 7/9/24 through 7/29/24 

Motion to adopt the budget adjustments requiring Council approval July 9 - July 29, 2024 over the amount of $50,000 was approved.

(A copy of the PowerPoint Presentation is filed in Exhibit Drawer G, No. 28, which is hereby referred to and made a part of these minutes.)

G.6

2024-577 Budget Adjustments Approved by Budget Officer 7/9/24 through 7/29/24 

Motion to adopt the budget adjustments accepted by the Budget Officer July 9 - July 29, 2024 was approved.

(A copy of the PowerPoint Presentation is filed in Exhibit Drawer G, No. 28, which is hereby referred to and made a part of these minutes.)

G.7

2024 - 545 Motion to Approve DRAFT July 9, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 

Motion to adopt the minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 9, 2024 was approved.

H.

PUBLIC HEARING

H.1

2024-499 Resolution to Close All of Corsair Lane (Cynthia Swindlehurst and Joseph Caraher for Cornerstone Charter Academy)

Mayor Vaughan stated this was the time and place set for a public hearing to consider H.1./2024-499 a Resolution to Close All of Corsair Lane (Cynthia Swindlehurst and Joseph Caraher for Cornerstone Charter Academy); and the item had been postponed from the July 16th meeting of Council for proper advertising. 

Planning Manager Mike Kirkman made a PowerPoint Presentation (PPP); reviewed the request; and presented maps, aerial photographs and diagrams to illustrate the site and surrounding property.

Cornerstone Charter Academy Joseph Caraher spoke to enhancement of security; and to safer routes through campus.

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

(A copy of the PowerPoint Presentation is filed in Exhibit Drawer G, No. 28, which is hereby referred to and made a part of these minutes.)

• Moved By Councilmember Thurm
  Seconded By Councilmember Abuzuaiter
  Carried

  195-24 RESOLUTION CLOSING CORSAIR LANE

  WHEREAS, Cynthia Swindelhurst and Joseph Caraher, for Cornerstone Charter Academy, initiated a request for Corsair Lane to be closed and abandoned as a public street;

  WHEREAS, the owners of 100% of the property abutting both sides of Corsair signed a petition requesting the public street closure;

  WHEREAS, a notice was duly published that a public hearing would be held by the City Council in the Council Chamber in the Municipal Office Building on Tuesday, August 5, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., on the closing of said street;

  WHEREAS, it appears to the City Council that the closing of the street is not contrary to the public interest nor are any adjoining property owners deprived of reasonable means of ingress or egress to their property; and

  WHEREAS, it appears to the City Council that Corsair Lane should be closed, after full and complete consideration of the matter and after having granted full opportunity for all interested parties to appear and register any objections they might have with respect to the closing of said street during the public hearing held on August 5, 2024; and

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

  1. That the street closure shall become effective upon the recording of a plat in the Guilford County Register of Deeds recombining the area within the right of way with the adjacent properties.

   

  2. That the City shall retain 20-foot utility easements over existing utility lines until such time as the lines are no longer needed for public use.

   

  3. That the following portion of street is hereby permanently closed and abandoned as a public street:

  CORSAIR LANE - FROM ITS INTERSECTION WITH AIRPORT CENTER DRIVE, EXTENDING NORTHWESTWARD APPROXIMATELY 604.68 FEET TO ITS TERMINUS.

  (Signed) Tammi Thurm

  
  

H.2

2024-552 Resolution to Close Portion of Robin Hood Drive (Brian Burke for King’s Cross Church)

Mayor Vaughan stated this was the time and place set for a public hearing to consider H.2./2024-552 a resolution to close portion of Robin Hood Drive (Brian Burke for King's Cross Church).

Mr. Kirkman made a PPP; reviewed the request; presented maps, aerial photographs and diagrams to illustrate the site and surrounding property; spoke to a Technical Review Committee review; and highlighted conditions associated with the item. 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

(A copy of the PowerPoint Presentation is filed in Exhibit Drawer G, No. 28, which is hereby referred to and made a part of these minutes.)

• Moved By Councilmember Thurm
  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)

  196-24 RESOLUTION CLOSING ROBIN HOOD DRIVE

  WHEREAS, Brian Burke, for King’s Cross Church, initiated a request for Robin Hood Drive to be closed and abandoned as a public street;

  WHEREAS, the owners of 100% of the property abutting both sides of Robin Hood Drive signed a petition requesting the public street closure;

  WHEREAS, a notice was duly published that a public hearing would be held by the City Council in the Council Chamber in the Municipal Office Building on Tuesday, August 5, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., on the closing of said street;

  WHEREAS, it appears to the City Council that the closing of the street is not contrary to the public interest nor are any adjoining property owners deprived of reasonable means of ingress or egress to their property;

  WHEREAS, it appears to the City Council that Robin Hood Drive should be closed, after full and complete consideration of the matter and after having granted full opportunity for all interested parties to appear and register any objections they might have with respect to the closing of said street during the public hearing held on August 5, 2024; and

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

  1. That the street closure shall become effective upon the recording of a plat in the Guilford County Register of Deeds recombining the area within the right of way with the property identified as 1411 Benjamin Parkway.

   

  2. That the City shall retain 20-foot utility easements over existing utility lines until such time as the lines are no longer needed for public use.

   

  3. That the following portion of street is hereby permanently closed and abandoned as a public street:

  ROBIN HOOD DRIVE - FROM ITS INTERSECTION WITH WESTMORELAND DRIVE, EXTENDING SOUTHWARD APPROXIMATELY 110 FEET TO ITS TERMINUS.

  (Signed) Tammi Thurm

  
  

H.3

2024 – 515 Resolution Authorizing Submission of the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan Application for $5,399,321 US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Funds and the Conduct of Program Activities for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year

Mayor Vaughan introduced items H.3 , H.4,. H.5, H.6., H.7., H.8., H.9., H.10., and H.11. together; stated the items had been postponed from the July 16th meeting of Council without further advertising. 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

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

  197-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE 2024-2025 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN APPLICATION FOR $5,399,321 US DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) FUNDS AND THE CONDUCT OF PROGRAM ACTIVITIES FOR THE 2024-2025 FISCAL YEAR

  WHEREAS, under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, and implementing regulations issued by the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on January 5, 1995, the city of Greensboro is required to prepare and submit to HUD a five-year consolidated plan for housing and community development activities and subsequent Annual Action Plans each fiscal year;

  WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro and Guilford County have formed the HOME Consortium to receive HOME Investment Partnerships Program funding;

  WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro, as Lead Entity for the HOME Consortium, is responsible for submitting all Federal applications and reports;

  WHEREAS, an Annual Action Plan has been prepared which describes the priority needs and strategies for the HOME Consortium;

  WHEREAS, the citizen participation requirements were fulfilled with a 30-day public comment period open March 21, 2024 – April 19, 2024 and public hearing held at the July 16, 2024 City Council meeting; and

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

  That the Year 5 Annual Action Plan for the HOME Consortium developed and presented to City Council at its August 5, 2024 meeting and known as 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan is hereby adopted and supersedes any previous version of the plan.

  That the submission of the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for the HOME Consortium is hereby authorized and approved.

  That the City of Greensboro will submit annual action plans which describe activities directed at meeting the critical needs and priorities identified in the five-year consolidated plan.

  That the City of Greensboro, as lead entity for the HOME Consortium, consents to such obligations, responsibilities, and requirements as described by the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development for such lead entities.

  That the Interim/City Manager is designated as the official representative of the City of Greensboro, and is authorized to submit the final statement, all understandings and assurances contained therein, and directed to act in connection with the submission of the final statement and to provide such additional information as may be required.

  That the Mayor, as Chief Elected Official, or their designee, is authorized and consents on behalf of the City of Greensboro and her/himself (1) to assume the status of a responsible Federal official under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, insofar as the provisions of such act apply to the administration and conduct of local HUD activities as referred to above; and (2) to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal courts for the purpose of enforcement of their responsibilities as such an official.

  (Signed) Tammi Thurm

  
  

H.4

2024 – 511 Resolution Authorizing the Submission of the Annual Action Plan Application for $211,952 Emergency Solutions Grant and the Conduct of Emergency Solutions Grant Activities for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Holston
  Seconded By Councilmember Thurm
  Carried

  198-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN APPLICATION FOR $211,952 EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT (ESG) PROGRAM FUNDS AND THE CONDUCT OF ESG PROGRAM ACTIVITIES FOR THE 2024-2025 FISCAL YEAR

  WHEREAS, the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing Act of 2009 (HEARTH) consolidates three separate homeless assistance programs administered by HUD into a single grant program under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and revises the Emergency Shelter Grants Program and renames it the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program;

  WHEREAS, it is understood that acceptance of an ESG Program Grant obligates the City of Greensboro to conduct and administer ESG Program activities in accordance with the applicable Federal and State Laws, and implementing rules and regulations officially adopted by the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and

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

  That application for ESG Program funds in the amount of $211,952 is approved. That the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan that includes the ESG Program is hereby approved.

  That the conduct of ESG Program activities in whole or in part by the City of Greensboro and/or designees is hereby authorized and approved.

  That the City of Greensboro is fully cognizant of the obligations, responsibilities, and requirements accompanying the acceptance of an ESG Grant and that it is the sense of this body that such obligations, responsibilities, and requirements will be fulfilled.

  That the Interim/City Manager is designated as the official representative of the City of Greensboro, is authorized to submit the final statement, all understandings and assurances contained therein, and directed to act in connection with the submission of the final statement and to provide such additional information as may be required.

  That the Mayor, as Chief Elected Officer, or their designee, is authorized and consents on behalf of the City of Greensboro and her/himself (1) to assume the status of a responsible Federal official under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, insofar as the provisions of such act apply to the administration and conduct of local ESG Program activities as referred to above; and (2) to accept the jurisdiction of the federal courts for the purpose of enforcement of their responsibilities as such an official.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

H.5

2024 – 505 Ordinance Establishing FY 2024-2025 Grant Project Budget for the Emergency Solutions Grant 

Discussion took place regarding funding.  Interim City Manager Chris Wilson stated staff would provide additional information to Council.

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Thurm
  Seconded By Councilmember Wells
  Carried

  24-105 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING GRANT PROJECT BUDGET FOR FY 24-25 EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT

  WHEREAS, the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act, as amended, provides for grant project budgeting pursuant to G.S. 159-13.2 as an alternative to annual budgeting of grant projects;

  WHEREAS, in order to alleviate the requirements to re-adopt appropriations from fiscal year to fiscal year, and to permit the use of continuing appropriations to account for the Emergency Solutions Grant FY 23-24, it is deemed in the best interest of the City to establish a special grant project ordinance for the Emergency Solutions Grant to be undertaken in FY 24-25;

  WHEREAS, the revenues and expenditures shown below are being established for these grant projects; and

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

  That the following grant project budgets for FY 24-25 Emergency Solutions Grant be established and appropriations for the life of the projects will be as follows:

  Section 1

  That the appropriation for the Emergency Solutions Grant be increased as follows:

  Description                                                                       Amount

  Emergency Solutions Grants                                           $   211,952

  And, that this increase be financed by increasing the following Emergency Solutions Grant accounts:

  Description                                                                        Amount

  Federal Grant                                                                    $   211,952

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance shall be effective from and after the date of August 5, 2024.

  (Signed) Tammi Thurm

  
  

H.6

2024 – 512 Resolution Authorizing the Submission of the Annual Action Plan Application for $1,274,088 Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS funds and the Conduct of HOPWA Activities for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Thurm
  Seconded By Councilmember Abuzuaiter
  Carried

  199-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN APPLICATION FOR $1,274,088 HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS (HOPWA) PROGRAM FUNDS AND THE CONDUCT OF HOPWA GRANT ACTIVITIES FOR THE 2024-2025 FISCAL YEAR

  WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro anticipates receiving an FY 2024-2025 HUD HOPWA grant of $1,274,088 as lead entity in the local Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area (EMSA);

  WHEREAS, it is understood that acceptance of the HOPWA grant obligates the City of Greensboro to conduct and administer Program activities in accordance with all applicable Federal and State Laws, and implementing rules and regulations; and

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

  That application for HOPWA Program funds in the amount of $1,274,088 is approved. That the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan that includes the HOPWA Program is hereby approved.

  That the conduct of HOPWA Program activities in whole or in part by the City of Greensboro and/or designees is hereby authorized and approved.

  That the City of Greensboro is fully cognizant of the obligations, responsibilities, and requirements accompanying the acceptance of a HOPWA Grant and that it is the sense of this body that such obligations, responsibilities, and requirements will be fulfilled.

  That the Interim/City Manager is designated as the official representative of the City of Greensboro and is authorized to submit the final statement, all understandings and assurances contained therein, and directed to act in connection with the submission of the final statement and to provide such additional information as may be required.

  That the Mayor, as Chief Elected Officer, or their designee, is authorized and consents on behalf of the City of Greensboro and her/himself (1) to assume the status of a responsible Federal official under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, insofar as the provisions of such act apply to the administration and conduct of local HOPWA Program activities as referred to above; and (2) to accept the jurisdiction of the federal courts for the purpose of enforcement of his responsibilities as such an official.

  (Signed) Tammi Thurm

  
  

H.7

2024 – 507 Ordinance Establishing FY 2024-2025 Grant Project Budget for the Housing Opportunities for Persons with Aids Grant

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

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

  24-106 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING GRANT PROJECT BUDGET FOR FY 24-25 HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS (HOPWA) GRANT PROJECT FUND

  WHEREAS, the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act, as amended, provides for grant project budgeting pursuant to G.S. 159-13.2 as an alternative to annual budgeting of grant projects;

  WHEREAS, in order to alleviate the requirements to re-adopt appropriations from fiscal year to fiscal year, and to permit the use of continuing appropriations to account for HOPWA program activities, it is deemed in the best interest of the City to establish a special grant project ordinance for the HOPWA Grant Project Fund to be undertaken in FY 24-25;

  WHEREAS, the revenues and expenditures shown below are being established for these grant projects; and

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

  That the following grant project budgets for FY 24-25 HOPWA Grant Project Fund be established and appropriations for the life of the projects will be as follows:

  Section 1

  That the appropriation for the HOPWA Grant Project Fund be increased as follows:

  Description                                                                            Amount

  Administration                                                                       $     38,223

  HOPWA Projects                                                                  $1,235,865

  Total                                                                                      $1,274,088

  And, that this increase be financed by increasing the following Technical Services Capital Project Fund accounts:

  Description                                                                            Amount

  Federal Grant                                                                       $1,274,088

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance shall be effective from and after the date of August 5, 2024.

  (Signed) Yvonne Johnson

  
  

H.8

2024 – 513 Resolution Authorizing the Submission of the Annual Action Plan Application for $1,400,808 HOME Consortium funds and the Conduct of HOME Consortium Activities for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year 

Discussion ensued regarding allocated funds; application status'; the release of funding.

Councilmember Hightower requested staff to research flexibility with the HOME Consortium fund allocations.

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Wells
  Seconded By Councilmember Holston
  Carried

  200-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN APPLICATION FOR $1,400,808 HOME CONSORTIUM FUNDS AND THE CONDUCT OF HOME CONSORTIUM ACTIVITIES FOR THE 2024-2025 FISCAL YEAR

  WHEREAS, under Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to make HOME Program grants for the conduct of HOME Programs;

  WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro and Guilford County have formed a Housing Consortium to receive HOME funding;

  WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro, as Lead Entity for the Consortium, is responsible for submitting all Federal applications and reports;

  WHEREAS, each administrative Consortium member developed their HOME funding plan and conducted their own citizen participation process;

  WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro has prepared an Annual Action Plan for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year on behalf of the Consortium;

  WHEREAS, it is understood that acceptance of a HOME Program Grant obligates the City of Greensboro to conduct and administer HOME Program activities in accordance with the requirements of the Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, as amended, applicable Federal and State Laws, and implementing rules and regulations officially adopted by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.; and

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

  That the submission of a consolidated application for the Greensboro/Guilford/Home Consortium, including application for FY 2024-2025 HOME Program funding in the amount of $1,400,808, which includes $100,000 in estimated local program income, is hereby authorized and approved.

  That the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for the Consortium is hereby approved.

  That the City of Greensboro and each member jurisdiction will provide any required local match from non-federal funds. That the conduct of HOME Program activities in whole or in part by the City of Greensboro and/or designees is hereby authorized and approved. That the City of Greensboro and each member of the Consortium is fully cognizant of the obligations, responsibilities, and requirements accompanying the acceptance of a HOME Grant and that it is the sense of this body that such obligations, responsibilities, and requirements will be fulfilled.

  That the Interim/City Manager is designated as the official representative of the City of Greensboro, and is authorized to submit the final statement, all understandings and assurances contained therein, and directed to act in connection with the submission of the final statement and to provide such additional information as may be required.

  That the Mayor, as Chief Elected Officer, or their designee, is authorized and consents on behalf of the City of Greensboro and her/himself (1) to assume the status of a responsible Federal official under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, insofar as the provisions of such act apply to the administration and conduct of local HOME Program activities as referred to above; and (2) to accept the jurisdiction of the federal courts for the purpose of enforcement of her/his responsibilities as such an official.

  (Signed) Goldie Wells

  
  

H.9

2024 – 509 Ordinance Establishing FY 2024-2025 Grant Project Budget for the Home Investment Partnerships Program Grant 

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Abuzuaiter
  Seconded By Councilmember Holston
  Carried

  24-107 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING GRANT PROJECT BUDGET FOR FY 2024-2025 HOME PROGRAM GRANT FOR THE GREENSBORO AND GUILFORD CONSORTIUM

  WHEREAS, the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, authorizes contiguous units of local government to form consortia in order to receive HOME funding as one jurisdiction;

  WHEREAS, the City of Greensboro and Guilford County formed a HOME Consortium;

  WHEREAS, State Statutes require pre-authorization of the expenditure of Federal Grant Funds by the Governing Body having jurisdiction over and responsibility for said funds; and

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

  That the following grant project budgets for FY 24-25 HOME Program Grant be established and appropriations for the life of the projects will be as follows:

  Section 1

  That the appropriation for the HOME Program Grant be increased as follows:

  Description                                                                             Amount

  Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance                                $   400,000

  Administration                                                                       $   130,080

  Housing Development                                                          $   675,606

  CHDO Development                                                             $   195,122

  Total                                                                                       $1,400,808

  And, that this increase be financed by increasing the following HOME Program Grant accounts:

  Description                                                                             Amount

  Federal Grant                                                                         $1,300,808

  Program Income                                                                     $   100,000

  Total                                                                                        $1,400,808

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance shall be effective from and after the date of August 5, 2024.

  (Signed) Marikay Abuzuaiter

  
  

H.10

2024 – 514 Resolution Authorizing the Submission of the Annual Action Plan Application for $2,512,473 Community Development Block Grant funds and the Conduct of the CDBG Activities for the 204-2025 Fiscal Year

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Abuzuaiter
  Seconded By Councilmember Wells
  Carried

  201-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN APPLICATION FOR $2,512,473 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM FUNDS AND THE CONDUCT OF CDBG PROGRAM ACTIVITIES FOR THE 2024-2025 FISCAL YEAR

  WHEREAS, the Department of Neighborhood Development has prepared a 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan that states goals and objectives for affordable housing, neighborhood development, and economic development for the coming year;

  WHEREAS, under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-383), as amended, the Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to award Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) for the conduct of Community Development Programs;

  WHEREAS, it is desirable and in the public interest for the City of Greensboro to prepare and submit a one-year Action Plan for conducting Community Development activities in the City of Greensboro;

  WHEREAS, it is understood that acceptance of a Community Development Block Grant obligates the City of Greensboro to conduct and administer Community Development Program activities in accordance with the requirements of Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, applicable Federal and State laws, and implementing rules and regulations officially adopted by the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and

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

  That the submission of an Annual Action Plan applying for FY 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant funds in the amount of $2,512,473 which includes $150,000 in estimated local program income, is hereby authorized and approved and supersedes any previous submission.

  That the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan is hereby approved.

  That the conduct of Community Development Block Grant activities in whole or in part by the City of Greensboro and/or designees is hereby authorized and approved.

  That the City of Greensboro is fully cognizant of the obligations, responsibilities, and requirements accompanying the acceptance of a Community Development Block Grant and that it is the sense of this body that such obligations, responsibilities, and requirements will be fulfilled.

  That the Interim/City Manager is designated as the official representative of the City of Greensboro, and is authorized to submit the final statement, all understandings and assurances contained therein, and directed to act in connection with the submission of the final statement and to provide such additional information as may be required.

  That the Mayor, as Chief Elected Officer, or their designee, is authorized and consents on behalf of the City of Greensboro and her/himself (1) to assume the status of a responsible Federal official under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, insofar as the provisions of such act apply to the administration and conduct of local Community Development Program activities as referred to above; and (2) to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal courts for the purpose of enforcement of their responsibilities as such an official.

  (Signed) Marikay Abuzuaiter

  
  

H.11

2024 – 510 Ordinance Establishing FY 2024-2025 Grant Project Budget for the Community Development Block Grant 

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

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

  24-108 ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING GRANT PROJECT BUDGET FOR FY 24-25 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT

  WHEREAS, the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act, as amended, provides for grant project budgeting pursuant to G.S. 159-13.2 as an alternative to annual budgeting of grant projects;

  WHEREAS, in order to alleviate the requirements to re-adopt appropriations from fiscal year to fiscal year, and to permit the use of continuing appropriations to account for Community Development Block Grant FY 2023-2024, it is deemed in the best interest of the City to establish a special grant project ordinance for the Community Development Block Grant to be undertaken in FY 2024-2025;

  WHEREAS, the revenues and expenditures shown below are being established for these grant projects; and

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

  That the following grant project budgets for FY 24-25 Community Development Block Grant be established and appropriations for the life of the projects will be as follows:

  Section 1

  That the appropriation for the Community Development Block Grant be increased as follows:

  Description                                                                          Amount

  CDBG Administration & Planning                                       $   502,494

  Housing Rehabilitation/Repair                                            $   500,000

  Lead-Safe Housing                                                             $   371,572

  Public Service-Emergency Shelter                                     $   320,000

  Park Renovation                                                                 $   556,500

  Contingency Fund                                                              $   261,907

  Total                                                                                    $2,512,473

  And, that this increase be financed by increasing the following Community Development Block Grant accounts:

  Description                                                                           Amount

  Federal Grant                                                                       $2,362,473

  Program Income                                                                   $   150,000

  Total                                                                                      $2,512,473

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance shall be effective from and after the date of August 5, 2024.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

I.

GENERAL BUSINESS AGENDA

I.1

2024 - 399 Resolution to Authorize FY24-25 Contract in the Amount of $463,000 with Interactive Resource Center 

Mayor Vaughan introduced the item; stated the item had been postponed from the July 16th meeting of Council; referenced a recent work session; information requested from the Interactive Resource Center (IRC); spoke to funding allocations; and provided clarity for the item.

The following speakers voiced support for the item: Jason Hicks and Kay Brown.

The following speakers voiced opposition to the item:  Toad of the Mountain, Andy Zimmerman, Philip Marsh, Luis Medina, Del Stone, Paulette Montgomery, Salem Reaves, Billy Belcher, James Barnes, Megan Eller, Nathanael Hayes, Kevin Rabel, Jethro Rust, Alex Ritchy, and Kim Grimsley Ritchy

Discussion took place regarding safe parking; families experiencing homelessness needs: hotel and housing funding; community partnerships; communication needs; concerns for mental health issues; and Guilford County School case workers.

Due to disorderly conduct, Mayor Vaughan asked that Luis Medina be removed from the meeting; and later notified City Clerk Angela Lord that Mr. Medina was to be banned for 3 months. 

Discussion continued regarding social media miscommunication; City sponsored programs; Council deliberations; City/County partnerships and funding; IRC salary structures; budgetary expectations and cost of service needs; security and safety concerns; and housing needs. 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

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

  202-24 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TO CONTRACT FOR FY24-25 HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION FUNDS FOR 24/7 DROP-IN CENTER ACTIVITIES IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $463,000 WITH INTERACTIVE RESOURCE CENTER

  WHEREAS, Nussbaum Housing Partnership funds in an amount up to $463,000 is proposed for 24/7 Drop-in Center activities for Fiscal Year 2024-2025;

  WHEREAS, Nussbaum Housing Partnership funds in an amount up to $463,000 will allow Interactive Resource Center to assist with 24/7 Drop-in Center activities in Fiscal Year 2024-2025;

  WHEREAS, the agency is a 501(c) (3) tax exempt organization in Fiscal Year 2024-2025;

  WHEREAS, Nussbaum Housing Partnership funds in an amount up to $463,000 will be utilized to fund said contract; and

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

  That the City Manager is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with the aforementioned agency subject to the terms outlined above.

  (Signed) Yvonne Johnson

  
  

I.2

2024 – 550 Approval of Settlement Documents for Kroger Opioid Litigation 

Motion to adopt the resolution was approved.

• Moved By Mayor Vaughan
  Seconded By Councilmember Wells

  203-24 RESOLUTION BY CITY OF GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA
   AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF KROGER OPIOID SETTLEMENT AND APPROVING SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS

  WHEREAS, the opioid overdose epidemic has taken the lives of more than 37,000 North Carolinians since 2000;

  WHEREAS, the COVID-19 pandemic has compounded the opioid overdose crisis, increasing levels of drug misuse, addiction, and overdose death;

  WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates the total economic burden of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement;

  WHEREAS, certain counties and municipalities in North Carolina joined with thousands of local governments across the country to file lawsuits against opioid manufacturers, pharmaceutical distribution companies, and chain drug stores to hold those companies accountable for their misconduct;

  WHEREAS, a settlement has been reached in litigation against the Kroger Co. (“Kroger”) as well as its subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, and directors named in the Kroger Settlement;

  WHEREAS, representatives of local North Carolina governments and the North Carolina Department of Justice have negotiated and prepared a Second Supplemental Agreement for Additional Funds (SAAF-2) to provide for the equitable distribution of the proceeds of these settlements;

  WHEREAS, by joining the settlements and approving the SAAF-2, the state and local governments maximize North Carolina’s share of opioid settlement funds to ensure the needed resources reach communities, as quickly, effectively, and directly as possible;   

  WHEREAS, it is advantageous to all North Carolinians for local governments to sign onto the settlements and SAAF-2 to demonstrate solidarity in response to the opioid overdose crisis and maximize the share of opioid settlement funds received by state and local governments to help abate the harm;

  WHEREAS, the SAAF-2 directs substantial resources over multiple years to local governments on the front lines of the opioid overdose epidemic while ensuring that these resources are used in an effective way to address the crisis; and

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

  Hereby authorizes the city manager and other officials to execute all documents necessary to enter into opioid settlement agreements with Kroger, to execute the SAAF-2, and to provide such documents to Rubris, the Implementation Administrator. 

  Adopted this the 5^th day of August, 2024.

                                                                      ________________________________
                                                                          Nancy Vaughan, Mayor
                                                                          City of Greensboro City Council

  ATTEST:

  ________________________________
  Angela R. Lord

  City Clerk

   

  SEAL

  (Signed) Nancy Vaughan

  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)

I.3

2024 – 551 Ordinance to Appropriate Bond Proceeds in Capital Project Fund

Motion to adopt the ordinance was approved.

• Moved By Councilmember Holston
  Seconded By Councilmember Wells

  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)

  24-109 ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR GENERAL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FUND

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

  Section 1

  That the General Capital Improvements Fund 411 Budget of the City of Greensboro is hereby amended as follows:

  That the appropriations be increased as follows:

  Account                                    Description                                       Amount

  411-02-0299004.5613            Maintenance & Repair Buildings       $1,060,000
  411-35-3599010.6019            Other Improvements                               391,000

  411-50-5029002.6011            Land                                                        737,000

  411-50-5080001.5613            Maintenance & Repair Buildings               31,000

  411-50-5080002.6019            Other Improvements                              1,000,000

  411-50-5080004.5949            Miscellaneous                                           525,000

  411-55-5599022.5613            Maintenance & Repair Buildings               292,500

  Total                                                                                                     $4,036,500

  And, that the following revenue finance these appropriations:

  Account                                    Description                                      Amount

  411-02-0299004.9420            Transfer From Capital Improv Bond  $1,060,000

  411-35-3599010.9420            Transfer From Capital Improv Bond       391,000

  411-50-5029002.9420            Transfer From Capital Improv Bond        737,000

  411-50-5080001.9420            Transfer From Capital Improv Bond          31,000

  411-50-5080002.9420            Transfer From Capital Improv Bond      1,000,000

  411-50-5080004.9420            Transfer From Capital Improv Bond         525,000

  411-55-5599022.9420            Transfer From Capital Improv Bond         292,500

  Total                                                                                                     $4,036,500

  Section 2

  And, that this ordinance should become effective upon adoption.

  (Signed) Hugh Holston

  
  

J.

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

Moved by Mayor Vaughan, seconded by Councilmember Holston to appoint Kevin Lightsey to the Greensboro Criminal Justice Advisory Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Mayor Vaughan, seconded by Councilmember Hoffmann to appoint David Coates to the Greensboro Criminal Justice Advisory Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Mayor Vaughan, seconded by Councilmember Holston to appoint Wendee Cutler to the Greensboro Criminal Justice Advisory Commission Executive Board.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Mayor Vaughan explained the upcoming Civil Service Board (CSB) Council appointment; the nominations process and deadline; and requested staff to provide information to Council on the CSB. 

Moved by Councilmember Thurm, seconded by Councilmember Hightower to reappoint Deborah Kaufman to the  Historic Preservation Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Thurm, seconded by Councilmember Hightower to appoint Kris Hart to the War Memorial Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Wells, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson to appoint George Durham Jr to the Library Board.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Wells, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson to appoint Ken Jones to the Library Board.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Wells, seconded by Councilmember Hightower to appoint Eric Woodard to the Historic Preservation Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Wells, seconded by Councilmember Hightower to appoint Darlene Primas to the Parks and Recreation Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson, seconded by Councilmember Hightower to reappoint Michael McKinney to the War Memorial Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Abuzuaiter, seconded by Councilmember Thurm to reappoint Kentia Smith to the Human Rights Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Abuzuaiter, seconded by Councilmember Holston to appoint Alexander Eksir to the Human Rights Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Abuzuaiter, seconded by Councilmember Holston to appoint Romello Reed to the Human Rights Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Hightower, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson to appoint Scott Wood to the Library Board.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Moved by Councilmember Hightower, seconded by Councilmember Thurm to appoint Brittney Jackson to the Human Rights Commission.  The motion carried by voice vote.

Note:  Following the meeting, Councilmember Hightower learned of Ms. Jackson ineligibility.  Councilmember Hightower to make new appointment at an upcoming City Council meeting.  

Moved by Mayor Vaughan, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Johnson to reappoint Paul Mengert to the  Airport Authority.  The motion carried by voice vote 8-1 with Councilmember Hightower voting 'No'.  Councilmember Hightower voiced concerns the lack of female diversity.

Mayor Vaughan spoke to the division of appointments to the Airport Authority; and requested staff to research an Legislative Agenda item for Airport Authority appointment allocations.

City Council offered comments of events attended and upcoming events.

Councilmember Thurm requested staff schedule a traffic planning meeting in District 5. 

K.

MATTERS TO BE PRESENTED BY THE CITY MANAGER 

Interim City Manager Chris Wilson highlighted a Cone Health partnership for Windsor Chavis; and a recent O'Henry Magazine article and City of Greensboro female leadership. 

L.

MATTERS TO BE PRESENTED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY 

There were no items for discussion by the City Attorney.

M.

ADJOURNMENT

Moved by Councilmember Holston, seconded by Councilmember Abuzuaiter, to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by voice vote.

The City Council Adjourned at 8:32 P.M.

 

___________________________                        ____________________________

Nancy Vaughan, Mayor                                         Angela Lord, City Clerk