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Town of Swansboro
Board of Commissioners
January 22, 2019 Regular Meeting
In attendance: Mayor John Davis, Mayor Pro Tem Frank Tursi, Commissioner Roy
Herrick, Commissioner Brent Hatlestad, and Commissioner Philip Keagy.
Commissioner Pat Turner was absent and excused from the meeting.
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Call to Order/Opening Prayer/Pledge of Allegiance
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm. Mayor Davis gave the invocation and led
the Pledge of Allegiance.
On a motion by Commissioner Herrick, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tursi,
Commissioner Turner was excused by unanimous vote.
Public Comment
Citizens were offered an opportunity to address the Board regarding items listed on the
agenda.
Scott Chadwick/101 Oyster Bay Road encouraged the Board to find funds to make
necessary repairs to the seawall at Ward Shore. After considering the comments made
last month, he believed that closing that portion of Water Street during construction of
the living shoreline may not be a bad idea.
Jack Swartz/414 Water Street reminded the Board of the overwhelming opposition too
closing the street by those residents that lived around Ward Shore. He felt that the use
of the park would change significantly once the living shoreline was created and that
should be considered before a decision was made on what was done with the street. By
waiting until after the living shoreline was completed, it would provide an opportunity
to properly consider options for traffic movement. He referenced NCGS 160A-299,
which indicated that when closing a street all right, title, and interest in the right-of-way
shall be conclusively presumed to be vested in those persons owning lots or parcels of
land adjacent to the street.
Marilynn and Tom Cullison/127 Hawkins Creek Road thanked Manager Chase for his
thorough research and preparation of the noise ordinance amendments. They did not
feel the decibel meters could measure noise across the river and bottom line, they
wanted to sleep at night and not be awoken by bass music noise.
Rob Armstrong/307 Elm Street felt the proposed noise ordinance language was
subjective. He cautioned the Board not to place too many restrictions on the business
district downtown, commenting that if you live near a business district, then one must
expect some noise. He was concerned with the comments coming from citizens who
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did not live in town limits, not paying town taxes. He also inquired if all violators
would be treated equally.
Mike Egan/Salt Water Grill owner shared his appreciation to Scott Chase for all he had
done for the community adding that he had been a true asset to the Town. With regards
to the noise ordinance, he stated that Swansboro was a unique community where a
business district and residential areas adjoined. He urged the Board to find a common
ground that did not put restrictions that impeded growth and negatively affected
businesses, especially during the off-season.
Randy Swanson/Ice House-BORO Café owner shared that he felt the downtown
businesses provided most of the livelihood and that music and food were what brought
visitors downtown. The needs of many should be considered and not be outweighed by
the needs of a few. He urged the Board to consider what the downtown business
district provided to the community.
Cathy Brown/404 Water `Street agreed with Mr. Swarts comments on Ward Shore. If
the Board moved forward with the one-way street option, she had concerns with the
parking on the north side and would prefer the parking be on the south side.
Adoption of Agenda
On a motion by Commissioner Herrick, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tursi, the Agenda
and Consent Item below was unanimously approved.
Special Event Application/Mad Hatter Tea Party
Recognitions/Presentations
a. Jonathan R. Barlow Introduction – Interim Manager
Mayor Davis introduced Jonathan Barlow who would serve as Interim Manager
following the resignation of Manager J. Scott Chase. Mr. Barlow welcomed all to Town
Hall and felt fortunate to serve the Town during its search for the next Manager.
b. J. Scott Chase Recognition – Town Manager
Manager J. Scott Chase was presented with a resolution acknowledging varied projects,
initiatives and process improvements during his tenure with the Town. The resolution
also expressed appreciation for his professional collaboration with former and current
Board members and staff.
Manager Chase thanked the staff for their support stating that the Town was in good
hands with Interim Manager Jon Barlow.
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Public Hearing
a. CAMA Future Land Use Plan Update
Swansboro officials decided that the 2009 Land Use Plan (LUP) no longer encouraged
smart land use decisions that would balance growth with the protection of
environmentally sensitive areas within the town limits and its extraterritorial planning
and zoning jurisdiction (ETJ). While satisfied with most of the contents, leaders decided
to revisit land use designations and update the Future Land Use Map, specifically. The
amended CAMA land use plan, would provide significant components that would
prepare the town to guide new development, invest public resources, and protect its
charming coast and estuarine habitat.
Jay McLeod of Stewart Engineering reviewed a road map for the future and described
the land uses for the Town today and in the future. He noted that most LUP’s were
updated every 10 years. Updates may be needed earlier due to growth, if the plan was
no longer responsive, incorporation of new plans, concerns about environment,
appearance, congestion and connectivity. The community had been engaged
throughout the review process. The following themes showed up regularly throughout
the development process and the six goals that came from the input received included:
• Preserve and enhance Swansboro’s charming coastal character
• Foster growth that sustains and enriches the community
• Prioritize the natural environment that was key to Swansboro’s quality of life
• Transform NC 24 into a welcoming thoroughfare to Swansboro and its historic
downtown
• Develop as a connected community
• Build community resilience in a changing environment
Mr. McLeod reviewed the difference between the old LUP and the different zones that
were established. Those new zones were, Traditional Town Center, Suburban Town
Center, Coastal Traditional Neighborhood, Low Density/Suburban Neighborhood,
Rural Agricultural, Light Industrial/Employment, Conservation Priority Area and
Gateway Corridor. The document was a guiding tool and the next steps would be to
send the plan forward to the Coastal Resources Commission for review and approval as
a CAMA Land Use Plan and implement recommendations. Stewart Engineering would
back up staff in the efforts of clarification, training, edits as necessary, data transfer of
files and documents.
The public hearing was opened at 6:37pm.
Laura Matthews/764 Queens Creek Rd had hoped there would be an O/I preference on
her property across from the high school instead of residential.
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Scott Chadwick/101 Oyster Bay was encouraged with the quality of life elements and
hoped that would mean there would be a continuance of upgrading the parks
beginning with Ward Shore. He was extremely interested in the staff aspect and felt
that the town had a tremendous staff that was overworked and underpaid. He hoped
that would be considered during the upcoming budget review. Lastly, he added that
the Gateway plan was being ignored and urged the Board to support its own plans.
The public hearing was closed at 6:40 pm.
Mayor Pro Tem Tursi was very proud of the plan and what it represented. The
committee and staff, which he chaired, worked very hard and should be commended.
They were determined not to have another cookie cutter plan. Residents want the
Gateway corridor to be welcoming as one drove through town. The plan incorporates
the changing environment.
Board members expressed appreciation to the committee and staff and looked forward
to its implementation.
On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Tursi, seconded by Commissioner Herrick
Resolution 2019-R2 was adopted formally approving the CAMA Land Use Plan Update.
The vote was unanimous.
On a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Tursi, seconded by Commissioner Keagy Resolution
2019-R3 was adopted honoring the CAMA LUP Steering Committee for their service to
the Town of Swansboro. Those committee members in attendance were presented with
a final copy of the adopted document along with the resolution. The vote was
unanimous.
Business Non-Consent
a. Noise Control Ordinance Amendment – Chapter 92: Nuisances; Health
After carefully considering the review of ordinances from other communities in Eastern
NC/Coastal/small town/Downtown/Waterfront Commerce, a new draft amendment to
Town Code Chapter 92: Nuisances; Health was presented. Chief Ken Jackson reviewed
the amendments from a nuisance enforcement standpoint. He informed that decibel
readings were hard to enforce because the instrument to measure them picked up all
types of background noise, therefore not reliable. The instruments were also expensive
and hard to keep calibrated. Attorney Parson stated that he would like to speak with
district attorneys regarding the prosecution rate. Staff would need to be adequately
trained on the meters. Chief Jackson felt the proposed language was less cumbersome
and easier to enforce/prosecute if necessary.
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Commissioner Keagy was concerned with the focus on just downtown noise. There
were other noises in town that were disturbing, such as dump trucks banging
dumpsters in early hours of the day, noise from trucks along the highway and some of
those were more of a nuisance than music across the river. He did not want the
downtown business owners to feel that the town was only focused on them and urged
the town not to let other noise nuisances fall through the cracks.
Manager Chase shared that the proposed ordinance addressed other such noises as
mentioned by Commissioner Keagy. He reviewed that the proposed draft ordinance
which included general prohibitions to noise and references to plainly audible and
various activities that could produce noise contrary to compliance with Chapter 92.01 –
92.06. The scope of the ordinance applied to all sound, vibration and noise originating
within the corporate limits of Swansboro. As such, nothing in the ordinance should be
construed to limit or prevent the town or any person from pursuing any other legal
remedies for damages or the abatement of noises in the town.
A new ordinance included a Purpose of Noise Control recognizing that excessive and
unnecessary noise endangered the physical/emotional health and welfare of the people,
created public nuisances and in other respects reduced the quality of life. In addition,
the regulation of noise was well within the purview of the town police powers.
Extensive key definitions added included bass, amplified sound, noise, impact,
pollution, source, persons responsible, plainly audible, reverberation and unreasonably
loud, disturbing or excessive noise. As shared at the November 27 Board meeting,
defining noise was essential and as such was defined as any sound that was undesirable
because it interfered with speech and hearing, or was intense enough to damage
hearing, or was otherwise annoying. Any sound that was unwanted and/or unwanted
sound not occurring in the natural environment and that caused or tended to cause an
adverse psychological or physiological effect on human beings. Noise could also be one
or a group of loud, harsh, non-harmonious sounds or vibrations that were present and
irritating to the ear and any undesired plainly audible sound.
As was with most cases, there would always be exceptions to the rules. Those were
provided in Section 92.04 Noise Exceptions. There were certain noises that were generally
normal and customary - those were outlined accordingly. New to the ordinance was
noise permits. The ordinance outlined a 48-hour turnaround time for persons or group
of persons that may produce or cause to produce sound in excess of levels authorized
by the ordinance. In issuing or denying the permit, considerations would be made by
the Police Chief for the timeliness of the application, the nature of the requested activity,
previous experience with the applicant, other activities near the proposed location, the
frequency of the application, the cultural or social benefit of the proposed activity and
the effect of the activity on residential areas of the Town. Generally, such requests
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should parallel with an event sanctioned and coordinated by the Town. Events held on
private property should follow standards outlined in the application and/or granted as
permitted within the conducting of their business or may be granted as part of a Special
or Conditional Use Permit.
Last, penalty provisions had been modified to consider an aggressive approach to
repeat violators of the ordinance. The penalties recommended in Chapter 92.06 would
subject the offender to a civil penalty in the amount of $100 for the first offense, $250 for
the second, $500 for the third, $750 for the fourth and $1,000 for the fifth. Each day’s
continuing violation would be a separate and distinct offense. In addition to or in lieu of
remedies authorized by the ordinance, violations of the ordinance may be prosecuted as
a misdemeanor in accordance with G.S. §160A-175.
In response to an inquiry from the Board, Manager Chase and Attorney Parson agreed
that it would be acceptable for the garbage disposal description to be more inclusive to
other vehicles that made loud noises such as delivery trucks closing their tailgates.
Several areas within the ordinance needing certain time parameters defined were
reviewed.
92.01 Noise Control
(B) (2) Instruments; sound amplifiers. The playing of any musical instrument or
electronic sound-amplification equipment in such manner or with such volume,
that would unreasonably disturb persons of ordinary reasonable sensibilities in
the vicinity;
- No timeframe
(B) (3) Garbage disposal. The dumping or emptying of garbage containers into
garbage trucks; operating exterior mechanical trash compactor; or placing or
removing of garbage containers with motor vehicles shall be prohibited between
the hours of ______.
- 10 pm to 7 am was suggested, however, Manager Chase would also
consult with the Town’s garbage collection service provider and provide
feedback at the next meeting.
(B) (6) Construction activities. The erection (including excavation), repair,
assembly, alteration, landscaping or demolition of any building in a residential
or business district other than between the hours of _____ and ______, except in
the case of emergency work or urgent necessity in the interest of public safety;
- 7 am to Sunset
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92.04 Noise Exceptions
(B) (11) Lawn mowers, agricultural equipment, and landscape maintenance
equipment used between the hours of ______ and ______ when operated with
mufflers or other noise-reducing equipment as recommended by the equipment
manufacturer’s instructions;
- 7 am to Sunset
(B) (13) Sound amplification equipment used in conjunction with
telecommunications systems on business properties to notify employees of that
business incoming phone calls provided that this system be used only between
the hours of _____ and _____ and that any speakers attached to the system be
oriented toward the interior of the property;
- 7 am and 11 pm
After discussion on definitions, permits, and penalties, staff was directed to define
“offender”, make Section 92.06 Noise Permits less complicated and the penalty fees per
offense be $200 for the 1st, $300 for the 2nd, $500 for the 3rd, $750 for the 4th, and $1,000
for the 5th.
8:15pm recess 8:22pm reconvened
b. Ward Shore Park Stabilization Project – Living Shoreline Update (Water Street)
Following direction by the Board at its January 8, 2019 regular meeting, Staff worked
with the low bid contractor, Crystal Coast Engineering and the NC Coastal Federation
to develop options and prepare a timeline for the Ward Shore Park Shoreline
Stabilization Project.
Parks & Rec Director Brittany Shipp shared that there were approximately 256 linear
feet of failed wood on the bulkhead of Ward Shore Park, which had been further
impacted by Hurricane Florence. There was funding in the amount of $49,500 and the
Major CAMA Project permits was valid through December 31, 2021. The Living
Shoreline Project was bid out in July 2018, with a low bid of $154,199. In working with
the low bidder, a repair cost of $42,000 was provided for the bulkhead.
Mrs. Shipp reviewed the conceptual designs and benefits of a living shoreline. The
actual cost to complete the living shoreline project after received grants funding would
be $104,699, however, an alternative after cost modifications would be $46,600. The cost
of just replacing the bulkhead was estimated at $42,100. Mrs. Shipp indicated that the
living shoreline would be an eligible project for use of funds from the Parks &
Recreation Reserve Fund and potential funds could be available in the Waterfront
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Implementation Project Fund. Additionally, the project was marked as an urgent
project through the FEMA Grant portal, but a timeline was unknown for that grant.
It was anticipated that additional cost savings would be found once the changes to the
design had been made. Staff was recommending an early February bid process with a
much shorter time frame for submittals. This would allow for construction to begin in
March with a required completion in May. The timeline suggested allowed for the
Living Shoreline to be completed with ample time for the road work to take place on
Water Street within the necessary 319 Grant timeline.
To proceed with completion of the living shoreline, the Board would need to approve a
budget amendment at the February meeting.
In response to an inquiry from the Board, Mrs. Shipp shared her opinion that the
shoreline needed to be addressed first, but traffic movement could be accomplished at
the same time and was in favor of one-way street design with four pervious parking
spaces.
Manager Chase clarified that the cost to do one-way traffic ($69,000) was primarily
supported by the 319 grant funds for the permeable parking area. Currently, parking at
Ward Shore occurred in the grass area and had resulted in ruts and torn up asphalt. The
proposal would be to take half the roadway and make it permeable for parking and the
remainder of the road would be asphalt for traffic.
On a motion by Commissioner Keagy, seconded by Commissioner Herrick, Ordinance
2019-O1 amending the Swansboro Town Code of Ordinances to modify Water Street
along Ward Shore Park to one-lane (westbound) from Spring Street to Elm Street was
adopted. The motion passed 3:1.
Ayes: Keagy, Herrick, Hatlestad
Noes: Tursi
Mayor Davis suggested a deadline of May 31st for completion of the living shoreline.
Mayor Pro Tem Tursi did not feel it was necessary to apply a deadline because there
was always a possibility of it extending beyond a deadline for many reasons such as
weather delays. Commissioner Hatlestad shared that he supported a deadline
especially since the project was a 2017 approved project.
In response an inquiry from the Board whether the deadline could be met, Mrs. Shipp
was confident that placement of the rock sill and backfill of the sand could begin in
March, however, she was unsure if the marsh plantings could meet that timeline. Dr.
Alexi Weaver with the Coastal Federation informed that the planting window for marsh
grass to ensure success was in April, May, and early June. Many of the nurseries would
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not have the plants available until May, but once available they do not take much time
to plant.
Commissioner Herrick and Commissioner Keagy did not oppose a deadline of May 31st
or June 15th to give consideration for possible weather delays.
On a motion by Commissioner Herrick, seconded by Commissioner Keagy, staff was
directed to bring back a Budget Amendment for $46,600 from the Parks &
Recreation Reserve Fund with a deadline for the living shoreline to be completed by
June 15th. The vote was unanimous.
Mayor Pro Tem Tursi insisted that all future budget amendments have a deadline.
c. FY 2019/2020 Budget Calendar Adoption
On a motion by Commissioner Keagy, seconded by Commissioner Herrick the
2019/2020 Budget Calendar was adopted by a unanimous vote.
Public Comments
Citizens were offered an opportunity to address the Board regarding items not listed on
the agenda. No comments were offered.
Manager’s Comments
Manager Chase shared that he appreciated his time with Swansboro.
Interim Manager Jon Barlow shared that Mr. Chase had made the transition seamless,
and appreciated the time spent with him.
Mr. Barlow informed that he had attended a NC 24 Corridor Study meeting. Over the
next year the Town would be hearing more about the upcoming 26-mile review from
Highway 172 intersection all the way to where NC24 terminated in Morehead City.
There would be small projects in the jurisdiction of Swansboro and there may be state
funding to get portions complete. The first 6 months would be the design phase, the
next 6 months would be spent doing cost estimates. In a year, there would be more
discussion, public meetings, forums and map reviews.
Comments
⁕ Commissioner Herrick thanked Scott and appreciated the time he worked with him.
⁕ Mayor Davis hoped the vision statements would be displayed soon in public
buildings.
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Closed Session
Due to the late hour, closed session was cancelled.
Adjournment
On a motion by Commissioner Keagy, Commissioner Herrick the meeting adjourned at
8:55 pm by unanimous vote.
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Regular MeetingJanuary 22, 2019
1. Please turn cell phones to “off” or “vibrate”.
2. The Board offers the public three opportunities to speak during the
meeting:
A comment period is offered at the beginning and end of the meeting.
Please note that a separate opportunity is provided for those items
requiring a public hearing.
Public Hearing(s) – There is one public hearing scheduled for this
meeting.
3. Individuals making presentations or comments are asked to adjust the
microphone as necessary and to speak directly into the microphone.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Citizen opportunity to address the Board for items listed on the agenda.
AGENDA AND CONSENT ITEMS
Action Needed: Motion to Adopt the Agenda as prepared (or amended) and approval of the
Consent Items
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Interim Manager IntroductionJonathan R. Barlow
Presenter: Mayor John Davis
Town Manager RecognitionJ. Scott Chase
Presenter: Mayor John Davis
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CAMA Future Land Use Plan UpdateSwansboro officials decided that the 2009 Land Use Plan (LUP) no longer encouraged smart land use decisions that would balance growth with the protection of environmentally sensitive areas within the town limits and its extraterritorial planning and zoning jurisdiction (ETJ). While satisfied with most of the contents, leaders decided to revisit land use designations and update the Future Land Use Map, specifically. Consequently, this plan is not an entirely new CAMA land use plan, but an update of significant components that will prepare the town to guide new development, invest public resources, and protect its charming coast and estuarine habitat.
Action Needed: 1) Hold a public hearing; and 2) Motion to adopt Resolution 2019-R2 formally approving the CAMA Land Use Plan Update;and3) Motion to adopt Resolution 2019-R3 Honoring the CAMA LUP Steering Committee fortheir service to the Town of Swansboro
Public Hearing
Presenters: Andrea Correll, AICP/Planner and Stewart Engineering
Town of Swansboro
CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Council Adoption Hearing
January 22, 2019
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
A CAMA Plan does:
• Provide guidance anddirection on policy andregulatory (UDO) updates
• Provide a roadmap for futuredevelopment and investmentdecisions
• Communicate a community’svision and goals for the future
• Help inform rezonings anddevelopment decisions
What is this Land Use Plan for?
A CAMA Plan does not:
• Infringe on existing usesor buildings
• Handcuff, decision-makers during rezonings
• Invoke downzonings ofdeveloped properties
• Create nonconformities
• Change the UDO
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
• Town experiencinggrowth
• Past plan no longerresponsive
• New plans needed to beincorporated
• Concerns aboutenvironment
• Concerns aboutappearance, congestion,and connectivity
The update
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Community Driven Planning
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
• Refined goals and objectives
• Enhanced consideration ofenvironment and agriculture
• Context-sensitive characterareas
• Focused development areas
• Enhanced appearance andsense of place
• Interconnectivity and activity
• Incorporates climateresiliency
Community Plan
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
VCAPS & Resiliency
• Flooding & floodplains
• Stormwater management
• Storms & storm surge
• Sea level rise
• Asset vulnerability
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Community Vision
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Future Land Use
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Future Land Use Map
OLD FLUM NEW FLUM
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Traditional Town Center
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Suburban Town Center
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Coastal Traditional Neighborhood
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Conservation Priority Areas
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Gateway Corridor Character Areas
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Rural Agricultural
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Light Industrial / Employment
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Low Density / Suburban Neighborhood
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Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Town Staff:
• Bring the Plan forward to CRCfor review: 1st review 75-days
• Implement recommendations
Stewart will back up staff:
• Clarifications
• Training
• Edits necessary for CRCapproval
• Data transfer of files anddocuments
Next Steps
Swansboro CAMA Land Use Plan Update
Thank You:Commissioners and P&Z Board,
Stakeholders,Steering Committee,
Staff, &
Residents!
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Noise Control Ordinance Amendment- Chapter 92: Nuisances; Health (review deferred on 1.8.19)
At the November 27, 2018 Board of Commissioners meeting staff provided information and ordinance language that could be considered for amending the town's noise ordinance. After carefully considering the review of ordinances from other communities in Eastern NC/Coastal/small town/Downtown/Waterfront Commerce, please find included herein, a draft amendment to Town Code Chapter 92: Nuisances; Health.
Action Needed: Review draft ordinance for consideration and discuss, review, and provide feedback to consider future ordinance revisions if desired and subsequent consideration for adoption at the February 12, 2019 Board of Commissioners meeting.
New Business/Non-Consent
Presenter: J. Scott Chase, ICMA-CM, AICP/Town Manager
Chapter 92.01 – 92.06 Noise ControlOverview:
92.01 – Noise Control : General Prohibitions and sounds that could be construed as noise. For clarification will need to determine if time frame should be used, such as “removing of garbage containers with motor vehicles shall be prohibited between the hours of?”; Construction activities; reference to sound amplification “particularly”
General scope: This ordinance shall apply to all sound, vibration and noise originating within the corporate limits of town.
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Chapter 92.01 – 92.06 Noise ControlOverview:
92.02 – Purpose : Why? It is recognized that excessive and unnecessary noise endangers the physical and emotional health and welfare of the people…..
Well within the purview of the town police powers, it is purposed to prevent, prohibit, and provide for the control and abatement of excessive and unnecessary noise
Chapter 92.01 – 92.06 Noise ControlOverview:
92.03 – Definitions :
• Amplified Sound
• Bass
• Noise
• Noise impact, pollution, source
• Plainly Audible
• Reverberation
• Unnecessary and Unreasonable Noise
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Chapter 92.01 – 92.06 Noise ControlOverview:
92.04 – Exceptions (Normal and customary sounds) :
• Sound emanating from regularly scheduled outdoorathletic events
• Construction activities (timeframe)
• Garbage disposal (timeframe)
• Emergency Vehicles
• Aircraft
• Lawn equipment (timeframe)
Chapter 92.01 – 92.06 Noise ControlOverview:
92.05 – Noise Permits:
• Standards included for permits for exceeding noise forevents; Allowed for private property or event?
92.06 – Noise Penalty:
• Any violation - 1st offense ($100); 2nd offense ($250); 3rd
offense ($500); 4th ($750); 5th ($1,000)
• Violations may be prosecuted as a misdemeanor
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Ward Shore Park Shoreline Stabilization Project – Living Shoreline UpdateFollowing direction by the Board at its January 8, 2019 regular meeting, Staff worked with low bid contractor, Crystal Coast Engineering and the NC Coastal Federation to develop options and prepare a timeline for the Ward Shore Park Shoreline Stabilization Project.
Action Needed: 1) Review and discuss timeline/options and provide staff with direction on shoreline stabilization project at Ward Shore Park; and2) If discussion still provides support for a one-way street along that portion ofWater Street by Ward Shore, consider motion to adopt Ordinance 2019-O1amending Chapter 74 Traffic Schedules as provided.
New Business/Non-Consent
Presenters: J. Scott Chase, ICMA-CM, AICP/Town Manager
Ward Shore Park Shoreline Stabilization Project
Living Shoreline
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Project Overview
• To replace approximately 256 LF of failing woodbulkhead with a more natural bank stabilizationtechnique – living shoreline
• Funding Sources• Division of Water Resources $ 24,750• Onslow County Tourism $ 16,750• Swansboro TDA $ 8,000• Original Project Budget $49,500
•Major CAMA permit issued – valid throughDecember 31, 2021
•Project went out for bid in July 2018•Three bids were submitted• Low bid of $154,199.99
•Reviewed with low bid, engineer and NCCoastal Federation to determine cost savingopportunities•Reviewed sea wall post Florence with MarineContractor•$42,000 to repair
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Design for Ward Shore Park Living Shoreline
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Benefits of Living Shoreline
• Reduced Erosion
• Maintained natural marsh
• Protected coastal habitat
• Filtered and improved water quality
• Buffered shore from changing water levels
• Longer term than sea walls or other hardened structures
• Proven beneficial to shoreline stabilization after Hurricane Florence
• “Living shorelines recommended for effective and lasting shorelinemanagement as storm repairs continue”
• “Their performance is a real testimony to the value and integrity of livingshoreline approaches that more naturally protect shorelines from erosion”
• Regarding living shorelines v. seawalls – “living shorelines have proven tobe longer term”
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Living Shoreline next to bulkhead after Hurricane Florence
Property behind bulkhead after Hurricane Florence
Living Shoreline at the Trinity Center before Hurricane Florence
Living Shoreline at the Trinity Center after Hurricane Florence (high tide)
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Actual Low Bid Figures
With Cost Modifications
Sea Wall Replacement
Surveying & As Builts $ 9,500 $ 0
Permanent Benchmarks $ 2,500 $ 0
Erosion Control $ 4,000 $ 4,000
Geotextile Fabric $ 6,700 $ 6,700
Bedding Stone $ 42,000 $ 30,800
Granite $ 76,500 $ 49,500
Fill $ 10,500 $ 10,000
Reflectors $ 2,499.99 $ 100
Minor Modification $ 100
Grant Funds ($ 49,500) ($ 54,500)
Sea Wall Replacement $ 42,000
TOTAL COST TO COMPLETE $ 104,699.99 $ 46,600 $ 42,100
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Timeline
February
• Re-bid project andsubmit minormodification to DCM
March-April
• Construction of theliving shoreline
May
• Community plantingand projectcompletion
• Bulkhead Replacement $ 42,100
• Living Shoreline $ 46,600
• Parks and Recreation Reserve $ 69,199• Portion could be allocated towards the funds needed to complete once
insurance disbursements and FEMA allocations are approved
• Waterfront Plan Implementation• Once grants from Bicentennial Park are completely reimbursed there is a
possibility of funds to allocate to Ward Shore Park Living Shoreline
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Recommended Action:
Provide staff with direction on shoreline stabilization project at Ward Shore Park
Review Phase II and Water St. Traffic Flow in the vicinity of Ward Shore Park
Phase II Project – Water Street – One Way
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Phase II Project – Water Street – Two Way
Phase II Project – Water Street – Removed
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Recommended Action:
Approve Ordinance 2019-O1 amending the Swansboro Town Cose of Ordinance to modify Water Street along Ward Shore Park to one-lane (westbound) from Spring Street to Elm Street
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FY 2019/2020 Budget Calendar AdoptionA draft FY 2019/2020 Budget Calendar has been prepared for consideration.
Action Needed: Motion to approve FY 19/20 Budget Calendar
New Business/Non-Consent
Presenters: Sonia Johnson/Finance Director
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Citizen opportunity to address the Board.
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MANAGER’S COMMENTS
J. Scott Chase, Town Manager
BOARD COMMENTS
Mayor John DavisMayor Pro Tem Frank TursiCommissioner Pat TurnerCommissioner Roy HerrickCommissioner Philip Keagy
Commissioner Brent Hatlestad
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CLOSED SESSIONAction Needed: Motion to enter closed
session pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a) (3) to consult with the attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege.
ADJOURN