Council approves Excusal of Councilwoman Stepp, 6–0

Excusal of Councilwoman Stepp

6 yes, 0 no

Adoption of the Agenda

6 yes, 0 no

Approval of Minutes

6 yes, 0 no

Juneteenth Event Plans and Budget

6 yes, 0 no

Table Item 2.H Winter Weather Shelter Funding

6 yes, 0 no

HOME-ARP Non-Congregate Shelter RFP Reissuance

6 yes, 0 no

Project Lifesaver Memorandum of Understanding

6 yes, 0 no

Amendment to Chapter 6-228 of Code of Ordinances (Solicitation)

6 yes, 0 no

Martha Rivers Playground Replacement Contract Negotiation

6 yes, 0 no

Facade and Architecture Grant for 140 East Main Ave.

6 yes, 0 no

Facade Grant for 275 West Main Ave.

6 yes, 0 no

Unified Development Ordinance Amendment for Tobacco/Vape Retail

6 yes, 0 no

Closed Session

6 yes, 0 no

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES

6 yes, 0 no

CONSENT AGENDA

6 yes, 0 no

Proclamation Recognizing November 1, 2026 as Extra Mile Day

6 yes, 0 no

Resolution to Award a Contract to Jeff Hargett Mechanical Inc. for the Garland Center Chiller Replacement Project at 150 S. York St., Gastonia, NC in the Amount of $119,000

6 yes, 0 no

Resolution to Award a Contract for the Southeast Sewer Phase 3 Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) and Eagle Road WWTP Technical Memorandum (TM) to HDR Engineering, Inc. of the Carolinas in the Amount of $361,400

6 yes, 0 no

Resolution to Accept the Bureau of Justice Grant from the Department of Justice (DOJ) in Order to Begin a Rapid DNA Program in the Amount of $629,127 with Budget Amendment 2720010

6 yes, 0 no

Resolution to Recognize Federal & State Asset-Forfeiture Proceeds in the Amount of $47,658, Interest Earnings from Federal & State Asset Forfeiture Funds in the Amount of $34,075, and US Treasury Secret Service Reimbursement in the Amount…

6 yes, 0 no

Resolution to Appropriate Water & Sewer Capital Expansion Fund Fund Balance and Award a Contract for Professional Services for the Long Creek Wastewater Outfall Resiliency Project (SRF-W-HEL-0042) to KCI Associates of North Carolina P.A.…

6 yes, 0 no

Resolution to Approve an Amendment to the Existing Land Lease with Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless in Order to Extend the Term of the Lease for Property Located at 2100 Robinwood Road (North Carolina National Guard Armory)

6 yes, 0 no

Resolution to Approve a Contract Extension with KCI Technologies, Inc. for Professional Services to Implement the Trimble Unity Maintenance System

6 yes, 0 no

Unified Development Ordinance Amendment - Tobacco and Vape Retail

City-wide

A text amendment to the UDO adding definitions, zoning district placements, and supplemental regulations for tobacco/vape and similar retail establishments.

approved (6-0) · still approved

Unified Development Ordinance Amendment for Vape and Tobacco Shops

New zoning rules will limit where tobacco and vape shops can open by requiring buffers from homes, parks, schools, and other vape shops, while also keeping store windows clear.

What it means: Local neighborhoods and residents benefit from reduced concentration of vape shops and better sightlines along commercial corridors.

Long Creek Wastewater Outfall Resiliency Project

The city is moving forward with $707,000 in engineering and resilience upgrades along Long Creek to repair storm damage and prevent future sewage overflows during heavy floods.

What it means: The project costs $707,000 initially, reimbursable through a $5,000,000 state loan and principal forgiveness package.

Martha Rivers Park Equipment Replacement

The city is partnering with Leathers and Associates on a design-build contract to replace the aging Martha Rivers Park playground while keeping its beloved castle theme.

What it means: Children and families who utilize Martha Rivers Park will receive modern, durable play equipment.