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At the Feb. 3 board meeting, town leaders described the seizure and used the update to underscore the local toll of illicit fentanyl. The mayor recounted two young local residents who died after ingesting pills that appeared to be oxycodone but contained fentanyl, and urged the community to remember the victims. \"One pill changed it forever,\" the mayor said, describing a local high-school‑age athlete whose death affected many family members and friends.

The mayor also brought officers forward to commend them for arrests and interventions that, he said, saved lives. Police leaders emphasized that their enforcement focus is on dealers who prey on people with substance-use disorders rather than on people battling addiction. A chief at the meeting described the operation as targeting individuals who traffic drugs and exploit vulnerable people.

Town leaders discussed the seriousness of trafficking-related penalties cited by prosecutors and urged continued support for investigative work. Commissioners offered prayers and condolences to affected families during the public meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Board of Commissioners - February 3,, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Police reported a narcotics search warrant recovered powdered fentanyl, pressed fentanyl pills, marijuana and cash; a suspect was arrested and charged. Mayor and commissioners used the report to highlight recent overdose deaths and to commend investigators for saving lives.","taxTitle","Mooresville, Iredell County, North Carolina","taxId",52387,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6691938,"Board approves downzoning and annexation for Azalea/Landis site; Evolve to build two‑story townhomes",1150,4945000,6095000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2216020-4693414e59c8a7802db65f9cc17acb0a&start=4945&end=6095","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2216020-4693414e59c8a7802db65f9cc17acb0a/thumbnail_4945000.jpg","/articles/6691938/Mooresville/Iredell-County/North-Carolina/Board-approves-downzoning-and-annexation-for-AzaleaLandis-site-Evolve-to-build-twostory-townhomes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6691938-3456038fe3dcf5ca02a05fa5d2d15569/orig.mp4?Expires=1771205302&Signature=n5hEhnVqOn~U-mAu-h5C2CJr5p-juaI-N-oT8bTFFsv962Z4W2lLhvsMrbgJa6I1bq8UjtNDzQdIHoHbmCl1QRqWW-aCQNj6Hktf2NL9-FlSL-rEsWNAOtIT1eIV7R0VZkKnHZVW-2pG7KHK-8VXkSE2516bDq79lNoCuUUjRg8koRDKFeI-MCb4pjtHOcCSbvimq-aqEFBv79wV8-N8ow2U4AWedJ1xPfoIAH-kH4U39~DvXnlpKiZiVeLLFWwLgPeHW90Zz7rlfbtWl-RdmyxP6D1w0Fhv1HJGH9t7OmGu327M26GTgjszcsQ-1XyZFF8YT1uSJ6YwWeREEqWQGA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Mooresville Board of Commissioners on Feb. 3 approved a conditional rezoning and voluntary annexation for the nearly 28-acre property at Azalea Road and Landis Highway, clearing the way for a two‑story townhome project from Evolve Companies.

Staff said the site, long used for light industrial and storage, had previously been proposed as higher-density apartments; the developer revised the plan after community feedback and reduced density from the earlier proposal. Erica Martin, director of planning and community development, told the board the applicant now proposes 166 townhomes (the applicant and staff referenced 176 earlier in the review but the adopted condition limits the development to the approved unit count) at about 5.9 dwelling units per acre, with enhanced open space, a pool, dog park, community clubhouse and a greenway/path along the main road.

Attorney Larry Shaheen, representing the owner, said the applicant plans a significant private investment and estimated construction costs in presentations to the board. \"The applicant plans to invest in terms of total cost of construction somewhere in the neighborhood of $20,750,000,\" Shaheen said. He also described projected resale price points, saying the middle-price units are expected to start in the $250,000–$300,000 range.

Martin said the developer completed a traffic impact analysis and that no off-site mitigation beyond a required right‑turn lane (to be built by the developer) and the multi‑use path was identified by the TIA. Commissioners also discussed lowering heights to two stories to ensure context with surrounding neighborhoods; the applicant agreed to the two‑story commitment.

Commissioner DeWeese moved approval of CZ202414 to conditional traditional neighborhood with the agreed conditions and a future land‑use map amendment to neighborhood residential; Commissioner West seconded and the motion passed. The board also approved the voluntary annexation and utility extension for the site at the Feb. 3 meeting.

Shaheen and the applicant said they expect the for‑sale townhomes to generate long‑term property tax revenue for the town; Shaheen estimated that, after construction and valuation, the project could yield roughly $200,000–$225,000 in annual tax revenue when fully assessed.

Staff and the developer said they would continue to coordinate with NCDOT on the right‑turn lane design and with town staff on construction drawings, stormwater and long-term maintenance of the multi‑use path until the town accepts the improvements.","The board approved a conditional traditional neighborhood rezoning and voluntary annexation for nearly 28 acres at Azalea Road and Landis Highway, converting a long-vacant commercial/industrial site into up to 166 two‑story townhomes with on‑site open space, a right‑turn lane and a multi‑use path.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6691941,"Mooresville approves conditional rezoning, annexation for Shadowbrook site with 69-unit limit and sewer extension",1712,3013000,4725000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2216020-4693414e59c8a7802db65f9cc17acb0a&start=3013&end=4725","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2216020-4693414e59c8a7802db65f9cc17acb0a/thumbnail_3013000.jpg","/articles/6691941/Mooresville/Iredell-County/North-Carolina/Mooresville-approves-conditional-rezoning-annexation-for-Shadowbrook-site-with-69-unit-limit-and-sewer-extension","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6691941-530d2a246067b6fa03ad8a9eae2eb6fe/orig.mp4?Expires=1771205302&Signature=Iff5~jA8O4Jn~rZsc~CuM4IXmW6sMBqlKgx85O1EGUHN7upZtIFj-Ie2C1-UVHnjkZR-BSMPAELRa1dbJNhTGQ1Oowv78OEpzb2GQH1kuED9EndVhndEeX00tdjQg4OyerXGnZN8HcLtaz9I8osfq1jkV~E32czLg9KWm3gMzxhoEhhW-U0uJEc56lPBuxb5f1erg4J038ag0JiT0BTLbrrHvlNrdmw2jW692J6xJmRIiedTfBAD7lJNVdbp6gvcwWiKG1Rrsb~JrXhT3d~2PG2Xk1J~j2Ti2Snd~KSQ840GHux6-sGexo2ecbfHBoKg2aeNVuLhaYEea9t97hCXNQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Mooresville Board of Commissioners on Feb. 3 approved a conditional rezoning and voluntary annexation for a roughly 17-acre property at 298 Shadowbrook Lane and 994 Brawley School Road, clearing the way for a 69-unit residential development that includes 68 townhomes and one single-family lot.

The ordinance approved by the board requires the developer to construct and dedicate a segment of gravity sewer that staff said will help remove reliance on the nearby Mayhew Promenade pump station, provide a 30-foot buffer adjacent to the Bircham property, construct and dedicate a greenway connection, and set aside three units as “attainable.” The developer also committed to two right-in/right-out driveways on Brawley School Road and to preserve an existing house and its site as a single-family lot.

The project was described to the commissioners by Erica Martin, director of planning and community development, who said the site is currently in Iredell County and would, if annexed, be placed in Ward 4 and served by Iredell‑Statesville Schools. Martin said the proposal reduced density from a prior plan for 99 townhomes to 69 units and added a second entrance to address earlier concerns about a single access point. She said the developer’s conditions include sidewalks and greenway construction that would not be required under county development.

Utilities director Allison Craft told the board the developer’s sewer extension would advance a capital project to extend gravity sewer from the town’s existing collection system up toward the Mayhew Promenade area, reducing pump‑station maintenance and alleviating potential upstream capacity concerns. Craft said the town and the property owner negotiated an easement that would allow the extension to be constructed now and continued later if adjacent projects develop.

Applicant representative Scotty McAllager of Blue Hill Development said his team reached an easement agreement with adjacent owners and will purchase the needed easement; he also gave a planning-stage estimate for off-site sewer construction. \"Our number right now is a little bit more than 200 to construct it,\" McAllager said, referring to dollars per linear foot and the linear footage required; he said that estimate excludes the easement purchase price.

During public comment, resident Jack Benyon said he attended the neighborhood meeting and pressed for the traffic data and for clarification about school capacity and evacuation planning; staff later confirmed traffic counts from NCDOT and said children from the development would attend Iredell‑Statesville Schools. Commissioner Qualls moved approval with the conditions shown in staff materials; Commissioner DeWeese seconded. The motion carried and the board approved both the conditional rezoning ordinance and the voluntary annexation ordinance.

The rezoning carries binding, site-specific conditions and will be enacted through an ordinance and a property-owner affidavit, as described by staff.

Votes at a glance: motion to approve conditional rezoning CZ202412 and related future land use map amendment — motion by Commissioner Qualls; second by Commissioner DeWeese; outcome: approved by the Board of Commissioners (voice vote recorded as in favor).","The Board of Commissioners approved a conditional rezoning and voluntary annexation for a roughly 17-acre site at 298 Shadowbrook Lane and 994 Brawley School Road that will allow 69 dwelling units (68 townhomes and one single-family lot), require a sewer gravity extension, a 30-foot buffer to an adjacent property and three attainable units.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6691934,"Manager’s report: Timber Road extension groundbreaking, finance report and library smart lockers announced",140,1852000,1992000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2216020-4693414e59c8a7802db65f9cc17acb0a&start=1852&end=1992","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2216020-4693414e59c8a7802db65f9cc17acb0a/thumbnail_1852000.jpg","/articles/6691934/Mooresville/Iredell-County/North-Carolina/Managers-report-Timber-Road-extension-groundbreaking-finance-report-and-library-smart-lockers-announced","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6691934-55b09b56664e2402b022d5341de4d3b3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771205302&Signature=Z1JdKZV59b~FnXj4O-ICg1TRVmlCBJG-ms9pidZXBTt1wJ6usPEx0BcGh7vIPquXytu-64FksvhxbpAVuk3iZMMaWRBtcWgp1Pn5v5RPzSPA7LjbfjkN9L3ckS9j-U53XqB7fb41KkSxNvvXOxkH9TDEAFO4C2lajGWNdLuqYIqiHVsDO~XphkK~uWG9Bv3gRIAbDL2Qn2QA2aGpTL0Xplxrr9S4IRNjmt~r0SutFJeT613nGPxNz-THbv5WQr~K3qqDbDds9s1kGfcFY28ux~CY6oueCfTPLBUvKeFlnia0VHHg11NUkBl4lkQ9c0I~VYLr6SdVhMOvqRlI3hg-sg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Town staff reported several operational updates during the Feb. 3 meeting. Town manager Tracy Jerome directed residents to the online 2024 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) and said the town continues to maintain a high bond rating. Jerome also said renovations are underway at Tom Hall, including relocation of water billing and customer service functions to the front of the building during construction.

Jerome announced that the Timber Road Extension groundbreaking occurred that morning; the extension will connect to the current Timber Road, improve cross‑town access and help first responders by providing an additional, faster route across town.

Assistant Town Manager Ron Camperchani said upcoming community engagement events include \"coffees with cops\" (one on Feb. 11 and another later in the month) and a car‑seat check; he urged residents to bring car seats for free installation help. Parks and events staff reported that the town’s Bands, Brews and Barbecue festival received two awards from the North Carolina Association of Festivals and Events and noted the library’s smart lockers have been relocated to Iredell Health System, 653 Bluefield Road, allowing 24/7 pickup for patrons.

Staff also announced a Summer Camp Expo on Feb. 15 at Charles Mack Citizen Center, where the town will present roughly 40 youth programs and camps. The manager’s report concluded with a reminder that services remain available during Tom Hall renovations.

No formal board action was required for the manager's informational items.","Town manager and staff reported a timber road extension groundbreaking, posted the 2024 popular annual financial report online, announced library smart-locker locations at Iredell Health System, and listed upcoming community events including a summer-camp expo.","actionData","errors"]

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