LOUISBURG NOI RTH CAROLIN/ A CharmingSincel 1779 AGENDA LOUISBURG TOWN COUNCIL KARL T. PERNELL PUBLIC SAFETY COMPLEX August 13, 2024 1. Roll Call Perry 2. Invocation Mayor 3. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor 4. Adoption of Agenda Mayor 5. Approval of Minutes Mayor P.1 July 9, 2024 Regular Meeting 6. Public Comment 7. Public Hearing: a. Closing Un-Named Alley County Judicial Center Site Slayter 8. Approval of Order for Closure of. Alley at 113 S Main St. Slayter P.7 9. Swearing in of New Police Officers Mayor 10. Resolution for Awarding Contract for Rate Study Medlin P.10 11. Resolution for Town Board Appointments Slayter P.12 12. Approval of Amendment to Noise Ordinance Slayter P.13 13. Continuation of Discussion of Fines and Fees Slayter P.16 14. Discussion of Basketball Court Stein 15. Discussion of Charging Stations Stein 16. Administrator' S Report Medlin P.20 LOUISBURG NORTH CAR OLIN A Charming Sinar 1779 17. Mayor's Report Mayor 18. Police Report Abbott P.28 19. Fire Report Lanham P.31 20. Council Comments Mayor 21. Closed Session - 143-318-11 (a) (6) = Personnel, 143-318-11 (a) (5) Real Estate 22. Adjourn July 09, 2024 Regular Monthly Meeting Minutes The Louisburg Town Council met on Tuesday, July 9 2024, at 7:00pm in the Karl T. Pernell Safety Complex at 104 Wade Ave., Louisburg NC 27549. Mayor Christopher Neal welcomed and thanked everyone for coming to the meeting. Roll Call Mayor Christopher Neal, Town Administrator Sean Medlin, Town Clerk Pamela Perry, Town Attorney Ben Williamson, Council Members, Dr. Phillip Stover, Dalita Woods, Silke Stein, Betty Wright, Kim Baker, and Tom Clancy were all present. Invocation Councilwoman Betty Wright gave the Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Christopher Neal asked everyone to remain standing for the Pledgc of Allcgiancc. Adoption of the Agenda Mayor Neal asked for a motion to adopt the agenda. Councilman Stover made a motion to amend the agenda by adding a proposal of changes to the Noise Ordinance and place this item under 10A. Seconded by Councilwoman Wright. The motion passed without objection. Approval of the Minutes Mayor Neal asked for a motion to adopt the June 11th 2024 Regular and Closed minutes. Also the June 28th 2024 Special Budget meeting minutes. Councilman Stover made a motion to approve the minutes; seconded by Councilwoman Wright. The motion passed without objection. Public Comment 1. Rhonda Schuhler 60 Carlson Ridge Dr. Youngsville - She serves as the Superintend of Franklin County Schools. She thanked the Board for the Resolution that was passed on June 11th at the Town Council meeting in support of education in Franklin County. Your commitment to providing a quality education to the 11,000 public school and charter school students served in Franklin County means a lot to us. We want you to know that and it demonstrates the teamwork that is necessary. To build a school community of excellence. Your leadership in these efforts is invaluable, and your dedication to our community does not go unnoticed. Our mission as a school district is to cultivate a dynamic learning environment focused on success beyond the classroom, preparing, inspiring, and illuminating the path SO that all students will reach their full potential. In reading your resolution, you really echo that. We look forward to continuing to work in partnership with you as we forge ahead with the common goal of ensuring that every child in Franklin County has the opportunity to receive a high quality education that will prepare them for success beyond the classroom. Our county and the children that we serve each day are depending on us to join hands on those efforts. So thank you for the role that you're playing in that work. 2. Andrea Woodin 134 Strange Rd. Louisburg. Started by saying it has been a year since she first came to the Town asking about the crosswalks and ask again last month. Just a sign on the crosswalk on Main Street would make all the difference. People just feeding through all the time. I also wanted to bring the attention to the Council and say thank you to the Mayor and whoever else helped to open up the gates at the last Friday nights on the TAR. There was some issue with them leaving the gates up at the parking lot, yet again even though the street was shut down, it really makes all the difference with people being able to walk from the parking lot into the street and have more space to move around. So thank you to whoever got that done. She also wanted to ask about when there's events downtown, especially in the parking lot, ifit's going to be taking up space on the streets, if roads are going to be closed down, that someone with the Town, reach out to the business owners in downtown and let us know. You know, a week, anything a heads up when you all find out, please let us know. We shouldn't have to go on Facebook and look every day to see what events are happening. It helps us plan our day as business owners. As someone who takes appointments, I can let my customers know, hey, traffic's going to be rough. Would you like to move to a different day? It also lets us know if we need more help on that day. There's a festival that we can have people and with us and we're not just alone dealing with that. I know that can be quite the issue. Recently there was a stop at a bike rally and they closed off the parking lot for that and I sawit on Facebook. I had no idea it was happening. 3. Paige Sayles 106 Jeffress Dr. Louisburg Echoing Dr. Schuler with the thanks for the resolution. I'm here as the community for business, small business owner in town and first ofa all, I am SO excited that there are different celebrations and festivals downtown. I think that's wonderful, but as a business owner and in talking with the different business owners in that parking lot area, we all want to support everything that's going on. We want to be part ofiti ifwe can, or at least tell our customers or our clients or whatever what's going on. Thei impact ofi not letting us know can be difficult. If you look at the Candler building. They have some of their clients or older 80s and 90s, and they go up to the back door and they sometimes are navigating that sidewalk can be difficult ifthe parking lots closed and they don't know it, then they can't reschedule those folks. Mad flavors. He knew nothing about some of the local things that are going on. Came to work, parking lots closed. This back door is in the parking lot. 210 Nash I'm sure is affected as well. We have Selena on the other side, the hairdresser, she has people coming in and going all the time. Visions. I've spoken with them. If parking is tight downtown anyway, but at least that they can warn their clients that they will need to make some extra time to get from the parking wherever they find parking into. Ron, has food trucks on occasion. If those food trucks have to be cancelled at last minute, they're out of a job, they've already purchased the food, they're losing money and you have people who are counting on working that night who are unable to. Finally, there's my employees. What happens is it throws them for such a loop. IfI can just say parking lots closed, we'll find other ways that's helpful. Otherwise that day I spent the whole 1 fellow's whole work experience saying it's OK, you don't have to call these people. He was a nervous wreck. He couldn't do his job. It could have been alleviating. So I'm not here just to complain. I have a couple suggestions. Parking lot reservation for. That way and it's nothing but it gives you a document with names, contact information to contact, two people to contact. What is the event for? Do you need the stage? What's your start and stop time? Who's responsible for setting up? Who's responsible for cleaning up? How many people are you expecting? Is law enforcement aware? Because if you have a huge thing, I'm sure they would want to make sure everybody's safe at that point. I don't know what the alcohol procedure is. Are you planning to serve? Do you have the proper documentation? And then you have them sign and then attach to this form. And I know when they first came out with the amphitheater we received Is it my time? Thank you for 3 everybody, but I would attach those documents to the rules and regulations. And the other part is, I'm sorry your website is a hot mess. It needs help desperately. 4. Bobby Cooper 701 N. Main St, Louisburg, stated that once again, we're speaking in advance of any actions being taken. Mayor Neal reminded him that he has said this at prior meetings and the Board has the right to have the agenda as they see fit. Mr. Cooper is questioning the proposed ordinances changes on the agenda to be discussed at tonight's meeting. Especially the Economic Development Ordinance. He agrees with the concept of a committee. The last two items are basically exclusion and severability clauses, and I'm not sure ifthose have actually been vetted. One is that this surpasses all other ordinances that may be in conflict, and I thought that was a little bit strong and a little bit vague than the other element is. A proposed possible change in the ordinance tonight on the noise ordinance that hasn't been publicly demonstrated through publishing on the website and whetherit's been seen by anybody. He also added that he did not appreciate the interruption by the Mayor and he would continue to address that in the future. 5. Beverly Kegley 113 Jolly St. Louisburg. She thanked everyone that has been working SO diligently with cooling stations and providing cold water for people that are walking on the streets in Town. There has not been a tremendous response at some of the cooling stations, but this is a new concept for Louisburg. It is being done in other places. She wanted to thank Andrea at Purple Dot Piercing and Gifts. They have had water available for several weeks now. They also operate as a cooling station and the Democratic headquarters operates as a water station along with several different churches. There are several churches' in the County that are also set up as cooling stations. This is not a homeless shelter. We do however keep up with our people on the streets. They try to provide them with water and food on a continual basis. They have cards, games, books, puzzles anything they like to. do while cooling off. Volunteers are welcome. They hold hours from 1lam till 5pm. Please help to get the word out. Closing Un-Named Alley-County Judicial Center Site. Philip Slayter, Special Projects Administrator spoke to the Board. An "L" shape alley currently exists on the site of the County Judicial Center Complex. This alley predates the construction of the Judicial Center as early as the 1920's. Since the construction ofthe Judicial Center, the alley has served no functional public use as an access way. Now, with the proposed Judicial Center expansion, the existence encompasses the entirety of the alley. The process to close the alley will require posting oft the property, notice in the newspaper and a public hearing after 4 consecutive weeks on public notice. Councilman Stover made a motion to approve this resolution; seconded by Councilwoman Stein. The motion passed without objection. Adoption of Ordinance to Create Economics Development Board. The Town Council desires to improve the economic vitality of the central business district and other commercial corridors throughout the Town. The Council recognizes that structure input through local businesses and citizenry is an effective means to help the Town Council identify a variety of strategies, initiatives and policy objectives that would stimulate economic growth and support job creation. The Council also desires that a new advisory group be established to provide direction and policy guidance to the Council regarding local economic development issues for the Downtown district and other commercial areas. There were a few questions regarding some verbiage in the ordinance but was clarified by Mr. Medlin. Councilman Stover made a motion to adopt the ordinance; seconded by Councilwoman Wright. The motion passed without objection. 3 Louisburg ABC Store Presentation. Jessica Vajanyi General Manager, reviewed with the Board some facts regarding the ABC store and also some personal ones. She has called Louisburg home since 2017 along with her husband on Main Street. She started her career with Louisburg ABC store in 2020 as a part time employee and she was the first woman in the store's history to be hired. There have been several other women hired after that. She climbed the ranks to assistant manager in 2021 and now serves as a general manager. We are part of North Carolina's unique Alcoholic Beverage Control System, one ofjust 17 states that play's a hands on role in managing the distribution and sale of alcohol. Some numbers ofhow ABC stores can impact our state. In 2023, the ABC system gave $710M to NC. Louisburg's store alone distributed $273K to the Town. A significant chunk of our profits go directly back into supporting central local services. 15%ofourg gross profits goes directly into the Louisburg Police Department. 7% supports alcohol education through the Department of Health and Human Services. The rest goes into Louisburg General Fund. Our role in this Town goes far beyond selling spirits. In fact, the store is working with the local bourbon club that is currently in the process ofholding their own raffle that is going to benefit the Police Department in Louisburg, with their National Night Out. One bottle of bourbon has raised over $6K SO far for this event. With that, she thanked all of her team members on the ABC Board and the employees at the store. Discussion of the Finance Director's Position under Council Mayor Neal is requesting this position to report under Council due to it being a sworn position. All other sworn employees fall under the Council. At this time Councilman Clancy made a motion to be recused due to Ms. Waldron, the Finance Director is renting one ofhis houses; seconded by Councilwoman Baker. The motion passed without objection. Mayor Neal said that the Board had changed the Fire Chief to now report to the Board. With a population being around 3500, Louisburg is by far the largest Council that still Mayor Council and not Council Manager. It was suggested that this would be a step back and not forward by doing this. Town Administrator when asked his thoughts, replied that this would put him in an awkward position ifhe was unable to hire or fire for this role. Town Attorney Ben Williamson stated that the Towns Charter would have to be changed if we did this. Councilman Clancy made a motion to discuss this at a later time; seconded by Councilman Stover. The motion passed without objection. Noise Ordinance Revised- Councilman Stover stated that there has been a lot ofconcern by the public about the problem of noise in Town. He believes there are three major problems. Modified mufflers on vehicles, blaring radios and engine breaking. He has made a few suggestions to the Towns Noise Ordinance that is in place now. He presented to the Board the proposed changes. The changes are highlighted in red along with some items marked through to be removed. Some items have hours/times by them and he feels like this ordinance should be for all times of day and night. He took a few things to clarify that we specifically are objecting to any modification ofan automobile or a motorcycle to increase the noise from its muffling system. He added engine braking also. A question was raised regarding the fines and being raised. He was open for suggestions to maybe doing community servicei instead of fines. It was questioned on how: should this be enforced. The police cannot be stationed all the time at certain areas. This would be up for discussion as well. This is completely up to the Board. Councilman Clancy made a motion that we table this until next month' s meeting; seconded by Counciwoman Baker. That motion passed with 6 yes and 1 no from Councilman Stover. 1 Administration Report: Town Administrator Mr. Sean Medlin reviewed his report that was included in the Councils packets. The Main St. bridge clean up through the StRAP program is complete. It looks great. Interviews are underway for1 the Public Service Director's! position. Work on the pocket park at North Main St and Allen Lane has begun. The College is interested in the College Project. The drawings have been send to contractors for estimated cost. Charge Point has been contacted regarding the kilowatts consumed and if anything would need to be changed in order to charge. Once this information is received, he will update the Council. FNOTT will be held on July 19th from 6PM to 9PM featuring the Amazing Lounge Lizards. Mayors Report: Mayor Neal and Sean Medlin met the CEO of] Palzic. They were able to tour the business. They have shown interest in wanting to get more involved with the Town. He recognized Ms. Lucy Bobbitt with a proclamation celebrating her 100th birthday at Louisburg Nursing Center. He also attended a virtual seminar on grant writing. He attended the retirement dinner for police officers Greg Austin, Sherry Brinkley and Joe Sherrill. He attended a dedication of a building on Court St. for one of our great citizens in Franklin County, Ms. Rosanell Eaton. She was the first African American woman to vote in Franklin County. Police Report- Chief Jason Abbott reviewed his report with the Board that was included in the packets. Three long serving members ofour team retired this month. SRO Shari Brinkley, Sgt. Joe Sherrill, and Sgt. Greg Alston. Three recruits have accepted offers of employment. Officers attempted to stop a four wheeler on the Blvd near Sheetz. Officers continue to work with Maria Parham to meet our obligations in the process of handling involuntary commitment orders to the behavioral unit. Continue to work retail theft, aggressive traffic enforcement efforts including loud mufflers, security at the Courthouse & Main St on June 24th 2 assisted with Juneteenth, FNOTT and 4Th ofJuly. Fire Department- Chief Randy Lanham reviewed his report that was included in the Councils packets. Hands on CPR event held at the FD on June 17th Fire truck display at the LMHS on June 17th for the EMT summer academy. Career staff attended FNOTT. Conducted several interviews for the career vacancy. As ofJuly gth, we will be fully staffed with career personnel. ChiefLanham met with FCEMS administration to improve relationships and on-call support ofboth fire and ems calls. Career and volunteer staff attended a live burn with Franklinton FD on June gth. Council Comments Councilman Stover -He made a few changes to the noise ordinance. He has some concerns at the cross walk down town. Maybe a raised crosswalk would help the slowing down of traffic while people cross the street. He has been working with Mr. Medlin in hopes to open the alley way beside the Lumpkin Building for easy access from main street to the parking lot behind Town Hall. The Economic Development Committee has now been approved and the application are on line. Councilwoman Woods- She attended the dedication for Ms. Rosanell Eaton, the Poliçe Retirement Dinner. She thanked the ones that help with the cooling stations. She thanked the Police and Fire Departments for what they do. Also asked to watch out for children with school being. Councilwoman Stein - She attended the CPR training. Asked that everyone come out to FNOTT. She attended a very informational meeting with Electricity's (where we get our power from). Saturday mornings come out to support the fruit and vegetable stand in the parking lot behind Town Hall. Councilwoman Wright- She attended two COG meetings, the Police Retirement Dinner and the dedication for Ms. Rosanell Eaton. 5 Councilwoman Baker-. She attended the Police Retirement Dinner and also the dedication ofMs. Rosanell Eaton. Councilman Clancy- Had no comment. Adjourn. Councilwoman Stein made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Councilwoman Wright. The motion passed without objection. Submitted; Pamela Perry Administrative Assistant/ Town Clerk NCCMC, CMC, MMC a TOWN LOUISBURG III NORTH CAROLIN A Charming Since 1779 TO: TOWN COUNCIL FROM: Philip Slayter, Special Projects Administrator DATE: August 7, 2024 RE: Closing Un-named Alley - County Judicial Center Site REQUEST: Council Order to Close Un-named Alley located on the County Judicial Center Site. BACKROUND: An "L" shaped alley (See Graphic) currently exists on the site of the County Judicial Center Complex. This alley predates the construction of the Judicial Center as early as the 1920s. Since the construction of the Judicial Center, the alley has served no functional public use as an access way. Now, with the proposed Judicial Center expansion, the existence of the alley stops the project as currently proposed such that the expanded building encompasses the entirety of the alley. The process to close the alley will require posting of the property, notice in the newspaper and a public hearing after four consecutive weeks of public notice. Following the public hearing and upon Council action to adopt the Order, the Order will be recorded. Upon its recordation, the alley will be absorbed and the land ceded to the adjoining property owner, Franklin County. COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Adoption of the Order. 1 TOWN LOUISBURG III NORT H CAROLIN A Charming Since 1779 ORDER ABANDONING UNNAMED ALLEY AT 113 SOUTH MAIN STREET WHEREAS, the Town ofLouisburg is a body politic existing and corporate in accordance with N.C. General Statute $160A-1 et.seg; and, WHEREAS, the Town ofLouisburg has the authority pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. S 160A-299 to close any street or public alley within its corporate boundaries following published notice and public hearing; and WHEREAS, on July 9, 2024 the Town Council oft the Town ofLouisburg resolved its intent to abandon an Unnamed Alley at 113 South Main Street as shown on the attached Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, a public hearing on the proposed abandonment ofthe Onnamed Alley at 113 South Main Street was held on August 13, 2024; and WHEREAS, Louisburg Town Council has determined that the abandonment of the Unnamed Alley as described in the attached Exhibit A is not contrary to the public interest, and that no individual owning property in the vicinity of the street will be deprived of reasonable means ofi ingress and egress to his or her property. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED AND RESOLVED: 1. Unnamed Alley at 113 S Main Street is hereby abandoned and closed as shown on Exhibit A. 2. That ownership of the abandoned alley identified on the attached Exhibit A, shall vest in the adjoining land owners in accordance with N.C.G.S 160A-299 and as shown on the attached Exhibit A. 3. That the Town ofl Louisburg shall retain any and all drainage, water and sewer utility easements and any other utility easements in the Unnamed Alley as shown on the attached Exhibit A. 4. That the Town Clerk shall record a certified copy ofthis Order in the Office of the Registry of Deeds of Franklin County. Approved This 13th Day of August, 2024 ATTEST: Pamela Perry, Town Clerk Christopher L. 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The recommended bid, Raftelis Financial Consultants, has a proven record in this area of study. Itis staff's recommendation to award the bid to Raftelis and direct the Town Administrator to negotiate a contract for said services. COUNCIL ACTION: A motion to approve the RESOLUTION. 10 RESOLUTION NO. 2024-R- [A Resolution to Award the Contract for Professional Services for a Utility Rate Study] WHEREAS: 1. The Town ofLouisburg solicited written bids for a rate study of the Town's enterprise operations: water, sewer, power and solid waste; and 2. The Town received three responses: two bids were determined responsive and one was a no bid; and 3. Staff has reviewed the proposals and recommends that a contract for professional services be awarded to Raftelis Financial Consultants, Durham, NC. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF LOUISBURG TOWN COUNCIL DULY ASSEMBLED THAT: 1. Louisburg Town Council hereby awards the contract in accordance with the Town's procurement procedures to Raftelis Financial Consultants for professional services in preparing a rate study for the Town's enterprise funds and directs the Town Administrator to negotiate a contract for said services within the funds appropriated. 2. The Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute a contract on behalf of the Town. ATTEST: SIGNED: Pamela Perry, Town Clerk Christopher L. Neal, Mayor DATE 1 - RESOLUTION NO. 2024-R- [A Resolution to Appoint Members to Board Vacancies] WHEREAS: 1. The Town ofLouisburg Town Council is the appointing authority for its Boards and Commissions; and 2. The Town of Louisburg Planning Board has two (2) vacancies in its planning extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ); and Applicants: Fannie Perry and Staley Medin; and 3. The Town of Louisburg Board of Zoning Adjustments has two (2) vacancies of which one is in its planning extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ); and Applicant: Brian Cash (ETJ); and 4. The Town of Louisburg Economic Development Committee has eight (8) vacancies; and Applicants: Phillip Stover, Paige Sayles, Kelly Carraway, Will Hinton, Andrea Woodin and Felix Allen. 5. The Town of Louisburg Alcohol Beverage Control Board has one vacancy; and Applicant: Tom Clancy NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF LOUISBURG TOWN COUNCIL DULY ASSEMBLED THAT: 1. The Town Council hereby appoints the following individuals: 2. Louisburg Planning Board: Fannie Perry and Staley Medlin; and 3. Louisburg Board of Zoning Adjustments: Brian Cash 4. Louisburg Economic Development Committee: Phillip Stover (4 yrs.), Paige Sayles (4 yrs.), Kelly Carraway (2 yrs.), Will Hinton (3 yrs.), Andrea Woodin (3 yrs.) and Felix Allen (2 yrs.). 5. Louisburg Alcohol Beverage Control Board: Tom Clancy ATTEST: SIGNED: Pamela Perry, Town Clerk Christopher L. Neal, Mayor DATE 12 TOWN LOUISBURG III NO R T H CAROI LI N A Charming Since. 1779 TO: TOWN COUNCIL FROM: Philip Slayter, Special Projects Administrator DATE: August 8, 2024 RE: Noise Ordinance Amendment REQUEST: Proposed Text Amendment to the Noise Ordinance. BACKROUND: At its regular meeting on July gth, Town Council proposed amending the Town's Noise Ordinance to strengthen its provisions in response to citizen complaints from excessive motor vehicle noises and nighttime disturbances. The Council directed staff to examine the proposed provisions for legal and code formatting issues and reporting to Council. The proposed amendment incorporates those changes and includes additional provisions addressing enforcement. COUNCIL ACTION: Motion to adopt the Ordinance Amendment as presented. 13 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-0- [An Ordinance to Amend the Town of Louisburg's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 18, Article 2, Noise to Expand Hours and Terms of Enforcement) WHEREAS: 1. The Louisburg Code of Ordinances provides regulations for the promotion of the Town's public welfare and protection ofi its citizens and the use of their property; and 2. The Town of Louisburg adopted regulations regulating noise in 1962 (Chapter H, Article 1) with amendments in 1986 (Chapter 11, Article 2) to address unreasonable noise as a violation and public nuisance; and 3. That the Town of Louisburg has undergone changes in land use and traffic patterns which has adversely affected the peace and public welfare ofn numerous neighborhoods and residents, and fosters the further strengthening the provisions of the Town's noise regulations. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF LOUISBURG TOWN COUNCIL DULY ASSEMBLED THAT: 1. Chapter 18, Article 2 oft the Town of Louisburg Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows: "Sec. 18-40. Prohibited noise. (a) Noise ofsuch character, intensity and duration as to be detrimental to the life or health ofany individual is prohibited during all hours ofthe day andnight. 1 "Section 18-40. Prohibited noise. (a) (3) The use ofany manual or automatic piano, phonograph, radio, loudspeaker or any other instrument or sound amplifying device SO loudly as to disturb persons in the vicinity thereof, or in such a manner as to render the same a public nuisance betweeM-He-ROHSMPSOFHHPP-m-ed--W-m). Section 18-40. Prohibited noise. (a) (5) The use ofany automobile, motorcycle or other vehicle SO out ofrepair, sO loaded, modified or in such a manner as to create loud noise. "Section 18-40. Prohibited noise. (a) (19) The use ofengine breaking. "Section 18-40. Prohibited noise. (b) (2) Sound or noise ofsafety signals, warning devices, emergency, pressure relief valves and church bells or chimes or the electronic equivalent; 'Section 18-40. Prohibited noise. (b) (6) Sound or noise from lawful fireworks between the hours of9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Section 18-42. Inference in prosecution, for noise violation. The complaints ofiwo or more persons, at least ofone ofwhom resides in a different home from the other complaining, person or persons, or the compliant of one or more persons, when combined with the compliant ofa duly authorized investigating town official. shall be prima facie evidence that such sound is a loud and annoying, frightening, loud and disturbing, or ureasonably loud noise. Nothing in this section shall limit o1 restrict the enforcement of this Chapter by any one. (1) individual Town law enforcement officer. "Section 18-43. Burden ofpersuasion regarding exceptions to noise restrictions. In any proceeding pursuant sections 18-39 through 18-44 ofthis Code, if an exception stated in sections 18-39 through 18-44 would limit an obligation, limit a liability or eliminate either an obligation or a liability, the person who would benefit from the application of the exception shall have the burden ofpersuasion that the exception applies and that the terms oft the exception have been met. 3 Section 18-44. Violations. (b). A violation ofthe provisions ofthis article shall subject to the offender to the following civil penalties: (1). For the first violation, a civil penalty of8150.00 (2) For the second violation, a civil penalty of $300.00 (3) For the third and any subsequent violation, a civil penalty of $500.00 7 Section 18-45. Signage (a) The Town will erect or cause t0 be erected and maintain signs at every major entrance to the Town municipal limits indicating, but not limited to, the following: (1) That there is a Strict Noise Ordinance in effect at all times. (2) No engine braking allowed. " - 2. All provisions of other Town Ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed. 3. In any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance in held invalid, the invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications ofthe Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application and to the end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable. ATTEST: SIGNED: Pam Perry, Town Clerk Christopher L. Neal, Mayor DATE TOWN LOUISBURG IIII NORTH CAROLIN A Charming Since. 1779 TO: TOWN COUNCIL FROM: Philip Slayter, Special Projects Administrator DATE: August 7, 2024 RE: Review of Fines and Fees REQUEST: To revisit the schedule of fees and fines the Town collects for certain violations. BACKROUND: At the February 2024 Council meeting, Council opted to defer action on some fines out of concern that some defendants would be unable to pay. Council requested staff to see if there was a means found to take into account the defendant's ability to pay. After reviewing the matter with outside legal counsel, no means were identified. The only other option for Council is either keep the fines at the current level or marginally increase them. COUNCIL ACTION: Motion to approve or modify proposed fees. I6 Comparison of Existing Fees VS Proposed Fee Schedule Police Existing Proposed Handicap Zone $25 Max $250 State Law Loading Zone $5 $50 Obstruct Traffic Lane $5 $50 Fire Lane $5 $100 Prohibited Area $5 $50 Restricted Area $5 $50 Fingerprints $20 $50 V7 ORDINANCE NO. 2024- [An Ordinance to Amend the Fee Schedule of the FY 2024-2025 Budget Town of Louisburgl WHEREAS: 1. The Town of Louisburg adopted the FY 24-25 budget on June 25, 2024, including a schedule of fees; and 2. The Town of Louisburg has been experiencing significant growth and incurring costs for the provision of services related to that growth, specifically law enforcement; and 3. It is the desire of the Town Council to update its fee schedule to better reflect the cost of providing these services and provide a disincentive to violators for illegal actions; and 4. It is the desire oft the Town Council that the FY 2025 budget fee schedule be amended. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF LOUISBURG TOWN COUNCIL DULY ASSEMBLED THAT: 1. The Town of Louisburg FY 2025 fee scheduled is hereby amended as described in Attachment 1: "Proposed Changes to Fee Schedule 2. The Town Administrator is hereby authorized to amend the official FY 2025 budget to reflect the change as set forth herein. 3. This Ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and approval. ATTEST: SIGNED: Pamela Perry, Town Clerk Christopher L. Neal, Mayor DATE 18 Attachment 1: Proposed Fee Schedule Changes Police Handicap Zone Max $250 State Law Loading Zone $50 Obstruct Traffic Lane $50 Fire Lane $100 Prohibited Area $50 Restricted Area $50 Fingerprints $50 14 LOUISBURG NOF RTH CAR OLINA Charming Since. 1779 MEMORANDUM To: Mayor Christopher Neal and Town Council From: Sean Medlin, Town Administrator Subject: Administrator's Report Date: August 8, 2024 The Town ofLouisburg financial statements are attached for the month of December 2023. Bid documents related to the Town Hall - Event Center - Depot Hill project are expected to be ready by the end of September. After several discussions related to the midblock crossing on Main Street, I reached out to NCDOT and NCDOT staff has provided a solution. Would like feedback on the recommendations. Awaiting bids for sidewalk repairs along North Main St, from College Street to Allen Lane. The position ofPublic Service Director has been filled. Mr. Lee Brown will be joining the team on September 9th. Bids are being secured for 124 North Main Street. Construction plans are at Town Hall, please see Philip Slayter. As stated last month, the College is interested in the College Street Project. The drawings were sent to contractors for estimated cost. The estimated cost came in between $175,000 and $236,000. The Town was awarded a $1M grant to rehab the Green Hill lift station. With the expected growth in the area, this lift station will need to be expanded, the expansion cost totals an estimated $3M; therefore, staff is in the process of requesting funding through the State. Friday Nights on the Tar will be held on August 16th from 6PM to 9PM featuring Stealing Tonight. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude and appreciation to all Town Staff that worked through Debby going above and beyond to keep the community updated on the storm. (919) 496-4145 * FAX (919) 496-6319 *: medlingomotouatupen a0 Notes to the Financial Statements for the month of December 2023 reflect the following: General Fund: REVENUES The following revenues were received in the month of December. Tax Levy & Vehicle Tags funds received from the County totaling $48,573.21. Fire District Tax received from the County totaling $25099.79. - Posted Transfer from Electric Fund to General Fund and PILOT totaling $32,021.23. Local Option Sales Tax Received $60,042.41. SRO/Schools Contribution received $23,334.16. EXPENDITURES The expenditures below represent highlights for the month of December. Note that Workers Comp, General Liability insurance, dues and subscriptions will be paid in advance therefore they will skew the trends early in the fiscal year. This holds the same for all funds. Overall, salaries and benefits are trending as budgeted with minor exceptions. Fire Department Overtime budget will likely need adjusting. Brownfields expenditures totaled $5,308.10. Code Enforcement expenditures totaled $4,227.75. * Powell Bill expenditures totaled $63,242. Asphalt patching and paving contractor. - Concert Series - FNOTT- expenditures totaled $11,986.94. Police Department Capital Outlay $18,002.23, to upfit Ford Interceptor. Electric Fund: REVENUES The following revenues were received in the month of December. All revenues in the Electric Fund are running at the expected monthly targeted values. The interest revenue will fluctuate based on current market investment rates, investment maturity dates and service fees. Revenues related to Electric Sales totaled $554,366.03. Late Fees Charges related to Electric totaled $4,627.58. The funds related to this charge are found under the Miscellaneous Account. 21 EXPENDITURES The expenditures below represent highlights for the month of December. Code enforcement expenditures totaled $4,227.75. Overall, salaries and benefits are trending as budgeted with minor exceptions. - Purchase of Power totaled $364,325.43. - Purchase of Transformers total $34,904.00 Posted Transfer from Electric and PILOT to the General Fund in the amount of $29,410.75. Water Fund: REVENUES The following revenues were received in the month of December. Water Sales including Bulk Sales totaled $148,332.41. Late Fee charges related to Water totaled $1,906.63. The funds related to this charge are found under the Miscellaneous Account. EXPENDITURES The expenditures below represent highlights for the month of December. Overall, salaries and benefits are trending as budgeted with minor exceptions. - Chemical expenditures totaled $4,943.10. - Line Maintenance expenditure totaled $13,958.96. Professional Services for Water Systems improvement totaled $159,765.00. Sewer Fund: REVENUES The following revenues were received in the month of December. Sewer revenues totaled $124,722.35. Late Fee charges related to Sewer totaled $1,785.81. The funds related to this charge are found under the Miscellaneous Account. EXPENDITURES The expenditures below represent highlights for the month of December. Salaries and benefits are trending as budgeted with minor exceptions. 22 Sanitation Fund: REVENUES The following revenues were received in the month of December. Sanitation charges for the month are within line oft the expected running rate of $36,324.69. This amount will fluctuate due to customers moving in and out of the district. Late Fees related to Sanitation totaled $945.98. The funds related to this charge are found under the Miscellaneous Account. EXPENDITURES The expenditures below represent highlights for the month of December. Salaries and benefits are trending as budgeted with minor exceptions. Lease payment made on Trash truck totaled $4,953.62. 23 TOWN/LOUISBURG TOWN OF LOUISBURG NORTH CAROLINA Monthly Financial Dashboard Cmiglnel79 FISCAL YEAR ENDING June 30,2024 Reporting Period: December 31, 2023 OUR CASH IN RESERVES.. OUR CASH FLOWS... Balances on December. 31,2023, ini whole dollars Comparison ofF FYTDS % CASH & INVESTMENTS BY ACCOUNT GENERAL FUND REVENUES & EXPENSES Prior FYTD % Current FYTD% CHECKING ACCOUNT Fiscal Year Budget $ 4,915,163 $ 4,397,015 Dec-22 Dec-23 Revenues Fiscal Year to Date $ 2,540,113 32.99% 57.77% Operating. $ 769,786 $ 700,369 Expenses Fiscal Year to Date $ 2,399,842 35.28% 54.58% Powell Bill 128,255 109,434 TOTAL CHECKING $ 898,041 $ 809,803 ELECTRIC FUNDI REVENUES & EXPENSES Fiscal Year Budget $ 8,120,863 $ 9,213,623 OTHERACCOUNTS Revenues Fiscal Year to Date $ 3,630,246 24.99% 39.40% Dec-22 Dec-23 Expenses Fiscal Year to Date $ 3,907,208 25.08% 42.41% NCCMT Primary Account $ $ 1,251,913 WATERI FUND! REVENUES & EXPENSES General Fund $ 2,684,029 $ 46,647 Fiscal Year Budget $ 1,877,071 $ 1,866,130 Rate Stahilization $ 8,160 $ 8,572 Revenues Fiscal Year to Date $ 969,161 34.05% 51.95% Electric Fund $ 2,548,943 $ 5,602 Expenses Fiscal Year to Date $ 999,959 21.17% 53.58% Water Fund $ 455,654 $ 1,576 Sewer Fund $ 274,860 $ 1,475 SEWER FUND REVENUES & EXPENSES W/S Capital Reserve $ 2,764 $ 2,903 Fiscal Year Budget $ 1,696,295 $ 1,794,280 Truist Bank Revenues Fiscal Year to Date $ 801,934 26.26% 44.69% General Fund $ $ 260,725 Expenses Fiscal Year to Date $ 741,778 20.31% 41.34% Electric Fund $ $ 1,766,633 Water Fund $ $ 475,186 SANITATION FUND REVENUES & EXPENSES Sewer Fund $ $ 284,603 Fiscal Year Budget $ 37,890 $ 471,049 Police Pension $ 164,753 $ 171,966 Revenues Fiscal Year to Date $ 227,662 0.00% 48.33% First Citizens Bank Expenses Fiscal Year to Date $ 200,675 0.00% 42.60% Investment $ $ 849,992 Escrow $ $ 567,002 POLICE SEPARATION ALLOWANCE FUND MedFlex $ $ 1,333 Fiscal Year Budget $ 18,700 $ 18,700 TOTAL OTHER $ 6,139,163 $ 5,696,130 Revenues Fiscal Year to Date $ 5,423 25.00% 29.00% Expenses Fiscal Year to Date $ 5,423 25.00% 29.00% TOTAL ALL/ ACCOUNTS $ 7,037,204 $ 6,505,933 SPECIFIC REVENUE COLLECTIONS. ATA A GLANCE... OUR PROPERTY VALUES... Comparison of FY % PROPERTY VALUATION TAX RATE TAX LEVY Prior Current Property Valuation $ 318,161,150 0.50 $ 1,590,806 AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAX FY% FY% Less: Estimated Uncollectible $ (31,816) Fiscal Year Budget $ 1,361,504 $ 1,608,990 Total Town $ 318,161,150 0,50 $ 1,558,990 Revenuest this Month $ 51,725 2.24% 3.21% Revenues FYTD $ 982,271 2.24% 61.05% EXPENDITURES AT A GLANCE... SALES & USE TAX Fiscal Year Budget $ 700,695 $ 732,523 Comparison of Monthly Expenses Revenues this Month $ 60,042 9,13% 8.20% GENERALF FUND Fiscal Year This Month's Expenses Revenues FYTD $ 243,014 26.46% 33.17% DEPARTMENTS 23-24 Budget Prior FY Current FY FRANCHISE TAX GB/Admi/Planning $ 717,725 $ 654,876 $ 410,014 Fiscal Year Budget $ 273,708 $ 215,262 Police $ 2,038,539 $ 1,024,024 $ 1,111,725 Revenues this Month $ 76,935 24.00% 35.74% Fire $ 797,924 $ 485,902 $ 462,653 Revenues FYTD $ 142,100 24.00% 66.01% Street $ 565,502 $ 256,908 $ 285,724 ABC STORE Recreation $ 277,325 $ 123,485 $ 129,726 Fiscal Year Budget $ 175,000 $ 200,000 4,397,015 $ 2,545,195 $ 2,399,842 Revenues this Month $ 0.00% 0.00% ELECTRIC FUND Revenues FYTD $ 61,363 0.00% 30.68% GB/Admi/Pamine/Bus: Off $ 761,915 $ 424,196 $ 365,335 FIRE DISTRICT TAX Electric Operations $ 8,451,708 $ 3,359,387 $ 3,541,873 Fiscal Year Budget $ 384,726 $ 449,623 9,213,623 $ 3,783,583 $ 3,907,208 Revenues this Month $ 25,100 3.40% 5.58% WATER FUND Revenues FYTD $ 308,529 3.40% 68.62% GB/Admin/Plaming/8us: Off $ 235,806 $ 94,286 $ 103,635 SANITATION Water Operations $ 1,630,324 $ 601,928 $ 896,325 Fiscal Year Budget $ 433,560 $ 471,049 1,866,130 $ 696,214 $ 999,959 Revenues this! Month $ 36,325 8.40% 7.71% SEWERI FUND Revenues FYTD $ 217,643 24.98% 46.20% GB/Admin/Plamning8us: Off $ 216,422 $ 93,379 $ 136,618 SCHOOL RESOURCE CONTRIBUTION Sewer Operations $ 1,577,858 $ 551,514 $ 605,160 Fiscal Year Budget $ 140,000 $ 140,000 > 1,794,280 $ 644,893 $ 741,778 Revenues this Month $ 23,334 16.67% 16.67% SANITATION FUND Revenues FYTD $ 70,002 16.67% 50.00% Solid Waste $ 471,049 $ 199,334 $ 200,675 $ 471,049 $ 199,334 $ 200,675 ** inz 20221 the accounts werei added together. In 20231 the: are seperated by Bank. Account not GL 24 Sean Medlin From: Fisher, Preston A parsher@ncdotgov, Sent: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 12:13 PM To: Sean Medlin Cc: Kellen, Joshua L; Philip Slayter Subject: RE: [External] Main Street Island Sean, I have investigated this midblock crossing and have come up with a more permanent solution involving additional signage and pavement markings. I think this crossing could benefit from a sign denoting the crosswalk and some additional striping to help channelize traffic away from the median. Please see the sketch below: Current state: Proposed additional signs/pavement markings: 1 35 Potentially add W1 and W16-7P signs Crosshatch this spot and add edge line aligned with curb. 3 V a Please let me know if the town has any comments on this proposal. Thank you, Preston Fisher, EI Assistant District Engineer Division 5/District 3 North Carolina Department of Transportation (252) 598-5100 office (252) 492-0123 fax pafisher@nedot.gov 321 Gillburg Road Henderson, NC 27537 2 210 From: Sean Medlin <SMedlin@townofiouisburg.orp> Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 1:21 PM To: Kellen, Joshua L Ikelen@ncdotgov> Cc: Slayter, Philip S pslayter@townoflouisburg.org> Subject: [External] Main Street Island CAUTION: External email. Do not click links or open attachments unless verified. Report suspicious emails with the Report Message button located on your Outlook menu bar on the Home tab. Josh = Good afternoon! have received the data for the island, on Main St, with regards to accidents. From January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2023, we have record of 8 wrecks. From January 1, 2024 to present we have had 2 wrecks. Both accidents were in January 2024. We placed the reflectors at the island in February. Please let me know if you have additional questions or need additional information. Thanks! Sean Medlin Town Administrator Town Of Louisburg, North Carolina 110 W Nash St. Louisburg, NC 27549 Office: (919)496-3406 I - Direct: (919)497-1015 Fax: 919)496-6319 medineoapotousuzas TOWN of LOUISBURG III NOK RTH CAR oIIN NA Oharming Since. 1779 All email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law, which may result. ini monitoring and disclosure to third parties, including law enforcement. Email correspondence to and from this sender is subject to the N.C. Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties. Email correspondence to and from this sender is subject to the N.C. Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties. 3 27 LOUISBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICR 1779 LDUISBURG-ND 104 Wade Avenue phone (919)496-4175 Louisburg, NC 27549 Chief Jason Abbott fax (919)496-1200 oumollousbuporole August 2024 Council Report Presented by Chief. Jason Abbott 1. Employee Actions & Recognitions Officer Hector Cruz was awarded the Intermediate Law Enforcement Certification from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. This certificate recognizes experienced officers who have achieved a higher level of training and education. Veteran Officer Dylan Moore was promoted to Patrol Sergeant. 2. Recruiting & Retention Three of the four vacant positions that we were left with after a series of retirements have been filled. (Two sworn in tonight) We are still recruiting for the last vacant position. 3. Complaints Against Officers and Findings -None 4. Use-of-Force and Vehicle Pursuits -None 5. Notable Investgctons/Operatens Officers continue to work with Maria Parham Franklin to meet our obligations in the process of handling Involuntary Commitment Orders to the Behavioral Unit. Officers continue to work retail thefts - Walmart, Carlie C's, Sheetz. Officers continue with aggressive traffic enforcement efforts including loud mufflers. Officers assisted with the FNOT event on July 19. Officers recovered two stolen vehicles and charges were appropriately filed against the suspects. Officers responded to a shooting at Franklin Court Apartments on July 16. Aj juvenile has been charged in this incident. 1/Page 28 Officers made several arrests for drugs and firearms offenses from traffic stops. Officers prepared for Tropical Storm Debby last week. Fortunately, Louisburg was spared any significant impacts, considering four of the six confirmed tornados in NC were in Franklin County. Lost power for short time Officers directed traffic at major intersections Minor traffic issues related to flooding in roadways Swift Water Operation at Tar River Bridge on Main St. Fire Department, Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management, Forestry Service, EMS 6. Budget Summary We are one month (8.3%) into the new fiscal year 2024-2025. Grants: 2024 GCC Grant is still pending. 7. Training Summary Criminal Justice Certification training. Human Trafficking Advanced DWI Detection & Enforcement School Resource Officer Training Firearms 8. Community Outreach & Special Events 7/29 = Officers were given gift boxes by Big & Small Peer Support 8/6 = National Night Out: Inclement weather forced us to move it indoors. The Police Department received a donation from The County Line Whisky Club for over. $12k for NNO. Thank you to Michael Cornett, Jessica Vajanyi, and all of the generous donors who participated in this fundraiser. 9. Monthly stats are attached Citations for July 2024: 245 10. Special requests None 2/Page 24 Activity Log Event Summary (Cumulative Totals) Louisburg Police Department (07/01/2024 - 07/31/2024) 911 Hang-ups 11 Accident 21 Alarm Activation 28 Animal Complaint 9 Arrest 18 Arrest Citation/Summons) 1 Arrest (WS) 4 Assault 3 Assist Motorist 5 Assist Other Department 5 B&E 2 Begging 2 C&R Driver 5 Chase 1 Check Point 1 Communicating Threats 3 County Assist 1 Customer Problems 4 Damage to Property 3 Deceased Person 1 Dispute 11 Disturbance 6 Domestic 4 Escort 11 Escort (Funeral) 4 Escort (Security) 6 Fight 1 Fire Alarm 2 Found Property 2 Fraud 4 lllegal Parking 4 Information/ssistance 4 Intoxicated Subject 1 Larceny 14 Lost Property 2 Mental Patient 5 Noise Complaint 2 Public Service Number 14 Request for Service 6 Rescue 3 Runaway 1 Serve papers 15 Shoplifting 4 Shots Fired 2 Suicide Threat 1 Suspicious Vehicle/Subject 10 Traffic Control 2 Trespassing 9 TWO: Talk With Officer 18 Unlock car 32 Vandalism 2 Vehicle Stop 1 Welfare Check 13 Total Number Of Events: 344 Date: 08/07/2024 Time: 12:59 Page 1 3p0 Louisburg Fire Department 102 Wade Avenue Louisburg, North Carolina 27549 Station: 919) 496-4290 /1 Fax: (919) 496-6668 July 2024 Events Public Education / Events Provided fire protection coverage at the July 4th event at LHMS. Hands-on CPR event held at the FD on July 8th. Great participation from the community! Staff attended the FNOTT on July 19th and provided fire protection coverage. Budget Items There are no major budget items or issues to report for July 2024. Personnel: The Chief Officers attended the Franklin County Fire Chief's Association Meeting on July 17th. The topic of discussion was on-scene rehab for firefighters and EMS expectations. The departmental training night was held on July 16th. The location was the Green Hill Subdivision. The discussion was on fire ground strategies and tactics within the new housing development, with aerial operations due to the close proximity of the houses. Major Incidents: No major incidents to report within the Town ofI Louisburg or Central Franklin Fire District. 3) w 3 6 f o B N a C o 1 5 f 8 2 E 8 ( N 6o a A 3 6 2 A de - 5 3 - N 6o 1 1 1 K 3 a 6o a 3 2 e ) 1 A Ico 4 1 lf s o N E - 0 a a 9 1 5 o 5 a e 6 1 a a à 1 A 1 N C 3 à y W N 3 a U W 1 a T ) 1 l6o 5 s o N & A 0 2 N 3 w 6 1 1 ds E - - a o o - 5 W o N 4 N W " N ço A o DE a 4 b 00 9 3 0