Salisbury, North Carolina January 3,2023  REGULAR MEETING  PRESENT: Mayor Karen K. Alexander, Presiding; Mayor Pro Tem Tamara Sheffield, Council  Members Harry McLaughlin, David Post, and Anthony Smith; City Manager Jim Greene, Jr., City Clerk Connie B. Snyder; and City Attorney J. Graham Corriher.  ABSENT: None.  Salisbury City Council met in Council Chambers in City Hall located at 217 South Main Street. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Alexander at 6:00 p.m. A moment of silence  was taken.  PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  Mayor Alexander led participants in the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag.  ADOPTION TOFT THE AGENDA  Thereupon, Councilmember. McLaughlin made a motion to adopt the Agenda as presented. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro" Tem Sheffield, Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voted  AYE. (5-0)  RECOGNITION-) FINANCE EMPLOYEES  Finance Director Wade Furches recognized interim Budget Manager Kaley Sink and Finance Manager Mark Drye for their efforts ini receiving the Distinguished Budget Presentation  Award.  Council thanked Ms. Sink and Mr. Drye for their dedication to the City.  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 1    PROCLAMATIONS  Mayor to proclaim the following observances: DR. MARTINLUTHER KING, JR. DAY NATIONAL: MENTORING, MONTH  January 16, 2023 January 2023 January 2023  NATIONAL SLAVERY AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTIONN MONTH  CONSENT AGENDA (a) Minutes  Approve Minutes ofthe special meeting of September 6, 2022, and the special and regular  meetings of] December 6, 2022. (b) Purchase Order - Buses  Authorize the City Manager to approve Purchase Order 230575 in the amount of $380,000 for the purchase oftwo light-duty low-floor transit buses. The expense is included in thel FY2022-  2022 budget.  (c) Sole Source Purchase - Aerators  Authorize a sole source purchase from Aqua-Aerobic Systems, Inc. in the amount of $191,075 for the purchase of four floating aerator assemblies and one: floating mixer assembly for use: in wastewater treatment. This expensei isi included in Salisbury-Rowan Utilities' FY2022-2023  budget.  (d) Purchase - Garbage Truck  Adopt a budget Ordinance amendment in the amount of $373,510 to appropriate Fund Balance for the purchase ofal New Way RotoPac garbage truck and authorize the City Manager to approve Purchase Order 230610 in the same amount for the purchase of the garbage truck. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2022-2023 BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SALISBURY, NORTH CAROLINA TO APPROPRIATE FUND BALANCE FOR THE (The above Ordinance is recorded in full in Ordinance Book No. 31 at Page No. 1, and is known  PURCHASE OA A NEW GARBAGE TRUCK.  as Ordinance 2023-01.) (e) Land Donation Road, LLC.  Ratify the City's acceptance of the donation of 51.944 acres from Silverstein Harrison  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 2    Councimember Post referenced item (b) on the Consent Agenda and asked about the Transit Director Rodney Harrison stated Transit received a North Carolina Department of Transportation competitive grant that is specific for transit vehicles. He explained the vehicles can be used for the fixed route system, ADA service, or Microtransit. He stated there are no limits on  purchase for two light-duty low-floor transit buses.  how the buses can be used as long as it is for public transport.  Councilmember Post asked how many seats the buses will have and ift they can be used for Microtransit. Mr. Harrison confirmed there are 50 seats in each bus, and he stated there is no specific use as long as itis forj public transportation. Mayor Alexander asked ifthe vehicles could be used for emergency evacuation. Mr. Harrison confirmed the buses could be used for crisis  situations.  Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield asked fori further clarification on item (d)ofthe Consent Agenda. City Manager Jim Greene commented the Public Works Department needs new garbage trucks. He added three trucks were requested in FY 2022-2023 however; only one truck was approved  and its estimated delivery is. July 2023.  Mr. Greene stated Public Works employees discovered a cancellation on a garbage truck the City can purchase at a reduced rate and the expected delivery is January 2023. He explained  the vehicle was not included ini the budget SO staff worked to identify funding.  Interim Public Works Director Chris Tester stated the City is currently running five automated garbage trucks with three trucks needing maintenance. He added Public Works purchased one garbage truck for $384,000 that is scheduled for delivery in July. He added the requested truck will cost $373,000 and is the preferred choice for mechanics. He pointed out the  proposed purchase is not an addition to the fleet, but ai replacement.  Thereupon, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield made a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda as presented. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield, Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and  Smith voted AYE. (5-0) PUBLIC COMMENT  Mayor Alexander opened the floor to receive public comments.  Mr. Randy Lassiter announced Rowan Museum named Mr. Evan Burleson as its new Executive Director. He stated a reception will be held Sunday, January 8, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the Messenger room. He invited Council and thej public to attend.  Mr. Manolo Betancur, owner of Titas Cake House, asked Council and the community to continue supporting small businesses downtown. He added their support is critical for success.  Salisbury City Council  January 3,2023  Page 3    There being no one else to address Council, Mayor Alexander closed the public comment  session.  VOLUNTARY AMEMAION-AUASROAD  City Engineer Wendy Brindle asked Council to consider the voluntary annexation of 13.094 acres located on. Julian road identified on' Tax Map 4001 Parcels 009 and 042. She displayed amap oft the area and pointed out it is a contiguous annexation. She added the owners propose a multifamily apartment complex with 216 units. She commented the current developer estimates the value of the improvements at $32 million, which would generate an expected annual tax  revenue of $240,000.  Mayor Alexander convened a public hearing after due notice regarding the voluntary There being no one to address Council, Mayor Alexander closed the public hearing. Thereupon, Councilmember Smith made a motion to adopt an Ordinance to extend the corporate limits oft the City ofSalisbury, North Carolina, to include 13.094 acres located on. Julian Road identified on Tax Map 400 Parcels 009 and 042. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem ORDINANCE TO EXTEND THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF SALISBURY, NORTH CAROLINA, TOINCLUDE 13.094. ACRESI LOCATED ONJULIAN ROAD, TAXI MAP400P PARCELS (The above Ordinance is recorded in full in Ordinance Book No. 31 at Page No. 2-3, andi is known  annexation of13.094 acres located on Julian Road.  Sheffield, Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voted. AYE. (5-0)  009 AND 042.  as Ordinance 2023-02.)  VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION AND REZONING-1 1132 BARBOUR STREET  Senior Planner Victoria Bailiff addressed Council regarding the voluntary annexation of .104 acres located at 1132 Barbour Street identified on Tax Map 025 Parcel 018. She displayed a map ofthe area and pointed out the City will be able toj provide services to thej property. She added  the parcel is anticipated tol be single family residential.  Ms. Bailiff stated the petitioner's request is to rezone one parcel located at 1132 Barbour Street. She added the parcel is currently zoned multifamily residential and the applicant is requesting to rezone the parcel to General Residential (GR) zoning. She commented this is a  general use request.  Ms. Bailiff stated the Planning Board held a courtesy hearing on December 13, 2022, and voted unanimously to recommend approval as submitted, and the proposal is consistent with the  Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan.  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 4    Mayor Alexander convened a public hearing after due notice regarding the voluntary There being no one to address Council, Mayor Alexander closed the public hearing. Thereupon, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield made a motion to adopt an Ordinance to extend the corporate limits of the City of Salisbury, North Carolina, to include .104 acres located at 1132 Barbour Street identified on Tax Map 025 Parcel 018. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem ORDINANCE TO EXTEND THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF SALISBURY, NORTH CAROLINA, TO INCLUDE .104 ACRES LOCATED AT 1132 BARBOUR STREET (The above Ordinance is recorded ini full in Ordinance Book No. 31 at Page No. 4-5, and is known  annexation and proposed rezoning of1132 Barbour Street.  Sheffield, Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voted. AYE. (5-0)  IDENTIFIED ONTAXI MAP 025 PARCEL 018.  as Ordinance 2023-03)  Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield stated the City Councill hereby finds and determines that adoption ofan Ordinance to rezone the property described herein, as requested, is consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan due to the proposed petition, site characteristics, surrounding development pattern, and observations provided by City planning staff identifying the policies that support the petition. Thereupon, Ms. Sheffield made a motion to adopt an Ordinance amending the Land Development District Map oft the City of Salisbury, North Carolina to: rezone Tax Map 025 Parcel 018: from Rowan County Multi-Family Residential zoning to City of Salisbury General Residential (GR-6) zoning, approximately .104 acres upon annexation. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield, Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, ORDINANCEAMENDINGTHE, LANDI DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT: MAP OF THE CITYOF SALISBURY, NORTH CAROLINA TO REZONE TAX MAP 025 PARCEL 018 FROM ROWAN COUNTY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONING TO CITY OF SALISBURY GENERAL RESIDENTIAL (GR-6) ZONING, APPROXIMATELY .104 ACRES UPON (The above Ordinance is recorded in full in Ordinance Book No. 31 at Page No. 6, and is known  and Smith voted. AYE. (5-0)  ANNEXATION. as Ordinance 2023-04.)  REZONING-2 200 BLOCK OF MOORESVILLE ROAD  Senior Planner Victoria Bailiff explained Mr. Rodney Queen is the petitioner for the proposed rezoning. She added the property is located along the 200 block of Mooresville Road and totals approximately 3.32 acres. She stated the propertyis currently zoned General Residential (GR-3) and the applicant isi requesting Rural Residential (RR)zoning. She noted the request is for general use and there are no conditions or site plan to accompany the application. She added if  approved, any requested use indicated in the use matrix will be permitted.  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 5    Ms. Bailiff stated staff finds that the rezoning request is consistent with the Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan. She noted Planning Board reviewed the request at its December 13, 2022 meeting and the board voted unanimously to recommend approval as submitted stating the request  isc consistent with the Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan. Ms. Bailiffindicated staff has not received any feedback. request is to expand the operation. Ms. Bailiff agreed. rezoning ofthe 200 block ofl Mooresville Road.  Councilmember McLaughlin asked if staff has received feedback from the community. Mayor Alexander pointed out the adjacent property is already used as a nursery and the Mayor Alexander convened a public hearing after due notice regarding the proposed Mr. Rodney Queen requested Council approve the rezoning request which is an extension There being no one else to address Council, Mayor Alexander closed the public hearing. Councilmember Post stated the City Council hereby finds and determines that adoption of an Ordinance to rezone the property described herein, as requested, is consistent with the goals, objectives and policies oft the Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan due to the proposed petition, site characteristics, surrounding development pattern, and observations provided by City planning staff identifying the policies that support the petition. Thereupon Mr. Post made a motion to adopt an Ordinance amending the Land Development District Map oft the City of Salisbury, North Carolina tor rezone Tax Map 462F Parcel 001 from General Residential (GR-3) to Rural Residential zoning, approximately 3.32 acres. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield, Councilmembers ORDINANCE AMENDINGTHELANDDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT: MAPOFTHECITYOF SALISBURY, NORTH CAROLINA TO REZONE TAX MAP 462F PARCEL 001 FROM GENERAL RESIDENTIAL TO RURAL RESIDENTIAL ZONING, APPROXIMATELY 3.32 (The above Ordinance is recorded in full in Ordinance Book No. 31 at Page No. 7, and is known  of the existing nursery.  McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voted AYE. (5-0)  ACRES.  as Ordinance 2023-05.)  REZONING - 1700 BLOCK SOUTH JAKE ALEXANDER BOULEVARD  Senior Planner Victoria Bailiff noted Jared Birindelli of. Jake. Alexander Storage LLC has petitioned for the rezoning of6.823 acres located at 1700 South Jake Alexander Boulevard inside the City limits. She explained the current zoning is Corridor Mixed-Use (CMX) and the applicant is requesting that the property be rezoned to CMX zoning with a Conditional District Overlay.  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 6    Ms. Bailiff reviewed the master plan which proposes a 96,000 square foot self-storage facility comprised of four buildings that will be completed in phases. She reviewed the landscape  and elevation plans, and she pointed out front, rear and side elevations.  Ms. Bailiff stated the applicant has proposed four alternative design requests. She noted the buildings submitted do: not meeting the commercial design criteria in Section 5.13 ofthe Land Development Ordinance (LDO). She added Section 5.16 requires a maximum front setback of75 feet and building four will not meet this requirement due to the location oft the stormwater control measure. She noted Section 10.3 requires a minimum of 192 parking spaces for storage uses and the applicant is proposing twoj parking spaces. She commented Section 10.6 requires two parking lot connections to adjacent properties and the applicant is not proposing parking lot connections  due to security concerns.  Ms. Bailiffi indicated there are no policies from the Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan that specifically address a map amendment ofthis nature, and staff finds the: request is noti inconsistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan. She added the master plan was reviewed by the Technical Review Commission on October 20, 2022 and it recommended approval of the master plan subject to minor revisions, which were satisfied. She commented the Planning Board reviewed this request at its regularly meeting on December 13, 2022 and the board voted unanimously to recommend approval and found it to be consistent with  the Vision 2020 Comprehensive Plan.  Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield requested clarification regarding the setback change. Ms. Bailiff stated three of the buildings will meet the setback requirements and the fourth building will be  slightly over the requirement.  Mayor Alexander asked about the street view and the street elevation. Ms. Bailiff referenced the street view, and she noted only the first building will have an office. Mayor Alexander commented the rest of the buildings will have a wall: facing the street.  Councilmember Post asked about the street entrance. Ms. Bailiff pointed out the street entrance and the doorway. Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield asked about a gate. Ms. Bailiff stated the property will be gated. Mayor Alexander asked about the type of fencing. Ms. Bailiffindicated the fencing will be chain link with barb wire at the top. Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield indicated the facility will be similar to the public storage facility located at the other end of Jake Alexander  Boulevard.  Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield asked about the parking lot access, and she pointed out there are multiple things on the Conditional District Overlay and she wants to make sure Council understands the request. Ms. Bailiff explained the LDO requires two parking lot connections to create connectivity and the applicant is requesting no connectivity due to security concerns. Mayor Alexanderi indicated shei is concerned about the view from the: street, and: shej pointed out the drawing does not include a buffer or screening. She commented a chain link fence with barb wire is not very appealing. Ms. Bailiff explained the applicant has provided the required landscaping and staffh has had numerous discussions with the developer regarding the aesthetics of  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 7    the site. She commented a Conditional District rezoning includes negotiable terms and staff has looked at alternatives regarding the aesthetics. She noted staffrecommends an eight-foot opaque fence or brick or treated wood wall with landscaping in front, preferably large shrubs or evergreen trees that would reach a minimum height of 20 feet at maturity planted about 10 feet on center. Mayor Alexander asked ifthere would be a sizei requirement for the shrubs or evergreen trees when they are planted. Ms. Bailiffnoted the applicant would beheld to the LDO planting requirements. Mayor Alexander asked ift there could be a combination of flowering trees and other plants. Ms. Bailiff noted the applicant is proposing to add shade trees. Mayor Alexander commented the evergreens would bel located between the shade trees. Ms. Bailiffagreed, and shej pointed out there is eight feet between the sidewalk and the driveway which limits the room for landscaping. She added the applicant is meeting the minimum requirement for this street yard. Mayor Alexander suggested additional fencing and buffering be required for the street frontage such as wrought iron or aluminum fencing with landscaping. She agreed the chain link fence with barbed wire would bei important for thel back oft the property. She stated Jake Alexander Boulevard has al lot oftraffic  and it is important for businesses to look as inviting as possible. rezoning ofthe 1700 block of South Jake Alexander Boulevard.  Mayor Alexander convened a public hearing after due notice regarding the proposed Mr. Reed Miller stated he wants to work with the City to make sure Council is satisfied with the anesthetics of the property. He commented he is working within a budget to provide a product that is clean, safe, and reasonably priced. He stated changing the fencing type across the front would not be aj problem. He pointed out the natural screening and landscaping will be well-  maintained.  Councimember McLaughlin asked if the buildings will be air conditioned. Mr. Miller stated there will be combination of climate controlled and non-climate controlled units. He noted the facility will offer various size storage units and there are: noj plans for outdoor storage.  Councilmember Smith pointed out the area is growing and the applicant is willing to work with the City. Mr. Miller stated he does not want to cover the business entirely because people  need tol know it is there.  Mayor Alexander asked about the color scheme of the buildings. Mr. Miller stated the City Manager Jim Greene noted Council has several options it can approve or deny the rezoning request ori it can request staff work with the applicant regarding the issues and bring the  buildings will be the same and have a gray and white trim with recessed door entries.  item back to Council ati its next meeting.  Ms. Bailiff stated Council can make a request, but it is up to the applicant to include the conditions on the site plan. City Attorney Graham Corriher stated bringing the item back to Council at its next meeting would be the preferred choice, and he pointed out ifissues arise they  can be addressed before the item is brought back to Council.  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 8    Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield noted the item includes aj public hearing that has been noticed. She asked ift the public hearing could be conducted tonight or wait until the next Council meeting. Mr. Corriher suggested Council make a motion to defer consideration until Council's January 17,  2023 meeting, and he noted the public hearing notice would still be in effect.  Thereupon, Councilmember Post made a motion to defer consideration ofthis matter until Council's January 17th meeting. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield, Councilmembers  McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voted AYE. (5-0)  Ms. Bailiff clarified Council is interested in aluminum decorative fencing and additional landscaping. Mayor Alexander stated Council does not want the additional landscaping to block the business. She stated Council is concerned about the front of the facility and the remaining  landscaping would need to meet the LDO requirements.  Ms. Kate Underwood, Concord Engineering, stated shei ist the civil engineer fort the project. She noted the proposal is for sugar maples along the front of the property. Mayor Alexander explained the idea is to soften the anesthetics oft the four buildings. Ms. Underwood commented  she will work with staffregarding the landscaping. UPDATE - FORMER KESLER MILLSITE  Planning Director Hannah Jacobson addressed Council regarding the former Kesler Mill site. She introduced Sonya Turner and Eric Thomas from the University ofNorth Carolina School  ofGovernment (S0GDevelopment Finance Initiative (DFI).  Ms. Jacobson reviewed the history of the Kesler Mill which is approximately 13.5 acres and composed of five parcels that are located within the Park Avenue neighborhood. She stated the building was demolished in 2009 by a private owner who salvaged the building materials and  left what could: not be used in a debris pile that contained asbestos.  Ms. Jacobson noted in 2013 a Phase I environmental assessment took place and in 2016 and 2017 the Phase II Environmental Assessment was conducted with grant funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). She noted in 2018 and 2019 a continued study took place and in 2019 the City acquired the site with the intention ofapplying for a cleanup grant from the EPA to help to facilitate redevelopment of the site. She commented in 2020 the City was awarded an EPA Brownfield Cleanup Grant in the amount of $500,000. She added staff has worked with its environmental consultants to facilitate the cleanup, and she pointed out 14,000 cubic yards ofmaterial has been removed from the site. She added staffis preparing to release bid documents regarding the removal oft the contaminated soil on the site. She noted staff estimates the work will take place in March or April 2023 and recommends working with DFI to identify a  private redevelopment partner.  Ms. Turner explained DFI is a program of the SOG that partners with local governments toa attract private investment for transformative projects across the state. She reviewed the pre- development process which includes ai market and public analysis to continue the work that was  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 9    completed before the pandemic. She indicated financial feasibility will be considered, public interests will be identified, and DFI will partner with staff to determine a feasible development project. She stated updates will be provided to Council throughout the process. She reviewed projects that took place in Lumberton, Kannapolis, and Southern Pines and she indicated DFI will.  explore potential programs for the Kesler Mill site.  Ms. Turner stated it is important to understand the community's interests for this project. She provided an overview of the pre-development and partner identification process that will include an affordable housing needs assessment. She noted DFI will come back to Council fori its approval oft the final development plan for the site. She indicated once the plan is approved DFI will solicit for private development partners and provide support to the City through the process. Ms. Turner noted DFI will explore market-rate. and affordable housing residential. Councilmember Mr. Post asked ifany options other than housing will be considered. Ms. Turner indicated retail and office uses will also be considered. Mr. Thomas pointed out the site characteristics will be considered and potential demand will be evaluated toj provideas snapshot of  the market demand for the area which is inside a neighborhood.  Ms. Turner stated DFI will coordinate with staff regarding community engagement sessions. Mayor Alexander asked ifdevelopment partners will bei included. Ms. Turner agreed. Councilmember McLaughlin asked about an estimated timeline for communication with Council. Ms. Tuner stated DFI will provide a timeline of when Council updates will take place. Thereupon, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield made a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Development Finance Initiative in the amount of $72,950 to begin pre- development activities that will assist the City in selecting a qualified developer for the former Kesler Mill site. Mayor Alexander Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield, and Councilmembers McLaughlin,  Post, and Smith voted AYE. (5-0) BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS  Housing Advocacy Commission  Upon a motion by Councilmember McLaughlin. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield, and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voting AYE, the following appointment was made to the Housing Advocacy Commission to fill an unexpired term:  Mr. Russell Michalec  Term Expires 3/31/2024  Salisbury City Council  January 3,2023  Page 10    Planning Board  Uponamotion by Councilmember Post. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield, and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post, and Smith voting AYE, the following appointment was made  tot the Planning Board to fill an unexpired term:  Dr. Larry Cartner  Term Expires 3/31/2025  CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT  City Attorney Graham Corriher had nothing to report to Council.  CITYM MANAGER'S REPORT  City Manager Jim Greene had nothing to report to Council.  COUNCIL COMMENTS  Councilmember Smith announced Cure Violence will hold a presentation for the public on Tuesday, January 17,2023 at the West End Plaza from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. He stated thei rest oft the week will include stakeholder meetings for various community groups, such as non-profits, elected officials, and other agencies. He commented more details will be released to the  community soon.  Councilmember McLaughlin thanked Salisbury-Rowan Utilities (SRU)e employees and the Fire Department for their response to the winter weather. He also thanked Parks and Recreation staff for its work planning and executing the New Year's Eve at the Bell Tower event.  Councimember Post wished everyone a happy New Year.  MAYOR PROT TEM'S COMMENTS  Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield reminded the public of the upcoming Neighborhood Alliance meeting on January 4, 2023 at 4:00 p.m., and she stated the 2040 Comprehensive Vision Plan  would be presented.  Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield thanked Councilmember Smith for working tol locate funding for Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield thanked staff for its hard work in 2022, and she added she is  the Cure Violence Model Assessment. looking forward to the New Year.  Salisbury City Council  January 3,2023  Page 11    MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMENTS (a) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration  Mayor. Alexander announced thel Human Relations Council will host the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Saturday, January 14th through Monday, January 16th, 2023. The weekend kicks off with a parade Saturday, January 14th at 11:00 a.m. followed by a Community Resource Fair from 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. The MLK breakfast will take place Monday, January 16th at 8:00 a.m. at the Civic Center. Admission to the breakfast is free, but registration is required. The Civic Center is located at 315 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue. For more: information, please contact. Anne. Little at me.mtedslsurymcgow or call (704)638-  5218.  DEI Director Anne Little addressed Council regarding the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Weekend. She commented the Human Relations Council is excited to host the celebration and very thankful for the support of Council and Council liaison Anthony Smith. She reminded citizens therei is a limited number ofs seats for the breakfast and registration is required.  (b) Council Planning Retreat  Mayor Alexander announced City Council will holdi its 2023 Planning Retreat Wednesday, January 25, 2023 from 1:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Thel Retreat willl bel held in Council Chambers at City Hall, 217 South Main Street. Mayor Alexander thanked staff for a successful New Year's Eve celebration.  ADJOURNMENT  Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield. Mayor Alexander, Mayor Pro Tem Sheffield and Councilmembers McLaughlin, Post and Smith voted  AYE. (5-0)  The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.  LPL  Karen Alexander, Mayor  ConibSup Connie B. Snyder, City Clerk  Salisbury City Council  January 3, 2023  Page 12