ORNEDT  TOWN OF NEWLAND 01/11/2024  PLANNING BOARD MEETING  ATTENDING:  PLANNING BOARD MEMBERS: Chair Nancy Davis, Vice-chair Theresa  Foxx, Martha Hill, Nicole Hogan  ALDERMEN OF THE BOARD: Kenan Foxx, James Johnson  GUEST: Rick Flowe  STAFF: Town Administrator Bill Bailey, Town Clerk Mackenzie Tipton  Chair Davis called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. and led the assembly in the Pledge of Vice-chair Foxx made ai motion to approve the December minutes; Nicole Hogan seconded the Vice-chair Foxx made a motion to approve the agenda; Martha Hill seconded the motion. All  Allegiance.  motion. All agreed by a show of hands and stating aye. agreed by a show of hands and stating aye. INTRODUCTION OF DRAFT ARTICLES  Rick reviewed the rules of procedure and articles one through six, highlighting that Article Four and The Rules of] Procedure had changes made to them. Rick clarified that the term "council" was replaced with "board of aldermen" ini the rules of procedure. Additionally, under Article Four, the planning board's size was reduced from seven to five members. Article Four was updated with a watermarked date to track any modifications made. Rick requested the planning board examine the articles for discussion at the February meeting. He also said that if everything goes according to the intended schedule, the governing board will take action in October. Rick clarified that articles four, five, and six are predominantly regulated by state laws, which restricts the extent to which they can be modified. Ricke emphasized that these articles serve to safeguard Vice-chair Foxx asked when terms would be decided. Rick explained the structure oft the terms, while Bill confirmed that they were on the upcoming agenda. Vice-chair Foxx asked about alternates. Rick recommended that the same individuals serve on both the board of adjustment and the planning board. Additionally, he suggested that the planning board should consist of  property rights while simultaneously establishing standards.  seven members to ensure the availability of alternatives when necessary.    NEWLAND TOWNI PLAN: 2045  Rick highlighted that Tom is currently developing a plan and will additionally construct a survey to gather feedback from the public, which will be administered to the community in the  upcoming weeks. ADJOURNMENT  Vice-chair Foxx made ai motion to adjourn the meeting. Martha Hill seconded the motion. All  agreed by a show ofl hands and stating aye. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m.  pl Chair, Nancy Davis  Town Clerk, Mackenzie Tipton