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The board approved the conditional traditional neighborhood zoning for roughly 63.3 acres with a proposal for 187 single-family detached homes (about 2.87 dwelling units per acre under the developer’s commitments). The plan includes 16.3 acres of open space and a developer-built greenway that will create a roughly 0.55-mile, 10-foot-wide paved path in a 20-foot easement to connect the site to Ridge Avenue and nearby sidewalks.

Senior Planner Sandy Howell told the board the proposal follows a neighborhood meeting process, addresses prior concerns raised when an earlier version failed to pass in October 2024, and includes architectural commitments, perimeter buffering and an 8-foot privacy fence along adjacent property lines. Howell said the new conditions also add a traffic signal at the Timber Road–Shears Road intersection and turn-lane work identified in a mitigation measures agreement.

Traffic and public safety were central to the public hearing. Several residents expressed concern about congestion and emergency response. Public commenter Richard Beck said a recent emergency response to his home took “5 minutes and 8 seconds,” a time he called outside town guidelines, and urged stricter mitigation and earlier installation of improvements. Property owner Jeremy Dingler, whose family is one of the landowners, spoke in support and said the developer had been responsive to neighborhood concerns.

Developer commitments and NCDOT coordination: The developer, represented by Colin Brown of Alexander Ricks PLLC and team members, told the board the project will construct the greenway and other on-site amenities and that the North Carolina Department of Transportation approved the traffic signal at Timber and Shears in January. The developer and the traffic consultant described a signal phasing plan that they said would operate at an acceptable level of service; the developer also agreed on the record to “explore with NCDOT the option of a dedicated left-turn lane” from Shears and to install the signal before major vertical construction. During discussion the board clarified the timing language and added a condition requiring the signal to be in place “prior to either final platting or the first certificate of occupancy, whichever occurs first.”

Rezoning and annexation votes: Commissioner Qualls moved to approve the conditional rezoning CZ-2025-01 with the agreed conditions; Commissioner Avon seconded, and the board approved the rezoning by voice vote. The board separately approved the voluntary annexation and utility extension for the same properties (AX-2024-07); Commissioner DeWeese moved and Commissioner Avon seconded that motion and the annexation passed by voice vote.

Why it matters: The approvals allow the town to collect property taxes and provide water and sewer service for the site once annexation and utility extensions are complete. The traffic-signal commitment and the greenway are intended to address safety and multi-modal connectivity concerns; several residents urged additional road work and faster timelines for mitigation to prevent increased congestion and to protect emergency response times.

Next steps: The developer plans to begin platting and expects home starts in 2026–2027; the developer and town staff will coordinate with NCDOT on roadway improvements and with the school district on student impacts. Any change to conditions (for instance, additional turn lanes requiring NCDOT approval) will require further coordination and approvals.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Board of Commissioners - April 7, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Mooresville Board of Commissioners approved a conditional rezoning and a voluntary annexation April 7 for a 63.3-acre development on Shears Road proposed by Mattamy Homes, adopting conditions that include a developer-built greenway and a traffic signal at Timber and Shears.","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},6611894,"Mooresville awards $4.3 million tentative contract for East Center Avenue stormwater work after under-budget bids",842,2879000,3721000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2892839-13dfbe34b161d899e7399950b74a3a71&start=2879&end=3721","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2892839-13dfbe34b161d899e7399950b74a3a71/thumbnail_2879000.jpg","/articles/6611894/Mooresville/Iredell-County/North-Carolina/Mooresville-awards-43-million-tentative-contract-for-East-Center-Avenue-stormwater-work-after-under-budget-bids","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6611894-e53e2ca4e852d5849623f6ac8022500e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771184952&Signature=BuKbssbWUTUiLumFs3xjTmbVPvOkz1pwB9r6VLTFP9RKDqLpHyZCgwHLZb-xTNMzKcjuy5x5CYnp26AcTY~HKJIMSO3DOhbgxUbB81W-I4WQGiMbcW~GbZjmax269k43AZ1W5Oi-bQJsbpgNT6y~4~gvYkgZHqZDSoyVOb1tuRcppvwUic2vYSjOQ0if3lIqZ~3peml-RPLX7TKtG3uW-lFowOFxaIE-qKqSeG5eWlDeUfqBrXsmdtsRe438vJteOrqQ9t0g1fbz3Ghqlz6ebNa5G5b3UsWl3ynhAOVWXUFtZAEMMzJabbP0aIt55bosoPX6LAo0kNdkRNOLQ9dYCw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Town of Mooresville Board of Commissioners voted April 7 to tentatively award a construction contract to Blythe Development Company for the East Center Avenue Stormwater Improvements Project in an amount not to exceed $4,298,922.50, contingent on approval and authorization to construct by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Infrastructure.

Town engineer Ashley Walker and staff described the project as the final recommended high- and medium-priority item from the town’s 2016 stormwater master plan. The work includes full replacement of a failing culvert under East Center Avenue where Dye Creek crosses, installation of storm pipe and in-street structures from Church Street to Statesville Avenue, regenerative stormwater conveyances (infiltration trenches), rehabilitation of an existing culvert under McClellan Avenue, streambank stabilization and floodplain benching, drainage improvements on side streets and a 12-foot-wide greenway with a 10-foot paved path that will connect Willow Valley Park to Liberty Park.

“This project is not going to be the end all be all project to fix any flooding… but it should be an improvement,” Ashley Walker told the board, noting the work uses nature‑based solutions and native plantings to slow and treat runoff before it reaches the creek.

Funding and schedule: Walker said the low bid of roughly $4.3 million came in well below an engineer’s estimate of about $7.0 million. The town has $3.9 million in a Local Assistance for Stormwater Infrastructure (LASI) grant — ARPA funds — awarded in late 2022 for construction, plus an additional $1.5 million ARPA earmark. Walker noted ARPA-funded work must be completed and funds expended by Dec. 31, 2026. The contract duration is 530 days; the project’s culvert excavation will require a road closure that the town has limited in the contract to no more than 120 days.

Board questions and procurement checks: Commissioners asked why the low bid was so far below the engineer estimate and why it differed substantially from the other bids. Walker said staff and the design engineer canvassed the bid package, checked references, reviewed financial records and confirmed the apparent low bidder’s past performance on other town projects. Because the project uses state-deferred funds, the contract includes no internal contingency; Walker said change orders would require board approval and additional money has been reserved to cover non‑eligible or unforeseen work.

Motion and approval: Commissioner DeWeese moved to adopt a resolution of tentative award to Blythe Development Company in the amount not to exceed $4,298,922.50, contingent upon DEQ authorization; Commissioner Keriker seconded. The board approved the tentative award by voice vote.

Next steps: The town will await DEQ’s formal authorization, execute contract documents with performance and payment bonds, hold a preconstruction meeting and finalize the construction schedule. Staff said they plan to coordinate detours and communicate with schools and other stakeholders to reduce operational impacts during the culvert replacement.

","The board tentatively awarded a $4,298,922.50 construction contract to Blythe Development Company for the East Center Avenue Stormwater Improvements Project, funded largely with LASI (ARPA) dollars and subject to North Carolina DEQ approval; the contract includes culvert replacement, greenway construction and street work.",{"_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},6611899,"Mooresville approves $10.2 million construction contract for Moore Park renovations; phase one cost rises to $11.3 million",722,2112000,2834000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2892839-13dfbe34b161d899e7399950b74a3a71&start=2112&end=2834","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2892839-13dfbe34b161d899e7399950b74a3a71/thumbnail_2112000.jpg","/articles/6611899/Mooresville/Iredell-County/North-Carolina/Mooresville-approves-102-million-construction-contract-for-Moore-Park-renovations-phase-one-cost-rises-to-113-million","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6611899-099b87c23525d322a26e21c7fadc079f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771184952&Signature=OYhcdNzO-c-oV1dykeujC1FjQ48~0McxV8zLvl3~pwFflDCEAn1jPEsRwnYjNjVkhtLZw1nzxH9ReAa~h9QFRyy8o88I1RS7EZvRs9LQUHdB35xV7jnm9ro6Aw5zfE99zd9gbD15mv0gR7lQElrIRjhhpxIKmE~b0uvbffA5y6WKbbDPSSeMR6Z5Gnh35FiuBf-jTqQ6hh9OJlS7TTbQEXOwqrEGi0pHSUbVfwq-zNiN~N9IwWzf8VX0FsAlZtA92P8f3MLrGICEmt987oX2F2cryBCSmByaBpuH53yTLAJCZqtTwNjA7Byf~qq0kag6tRzTLA6sM4ieiZO25HbR8Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Town of Mooresville Board of Commissioners voted April 7 to award a construction contract for the Moore Park renovations and additions, approving a base bid and alternate to G.L. Wilson Building Company for “an amount not to exceed $10,201,900,” town construction project manager John Simoniac told the board.

The project is part of a phased renovation of the historic ballpark at 651 South Broad Street in Ward 2. The board’s action included approving amendments to the project budget to complete phase 1, which staff said increases the total phase 1 cost to approximately $11,306,900 once separately procured items and other identified needs are accounted for.

Town staff and the project manager told commissioners the work scheduled in phase 1 includes accessible parking and streetscape work along Lowrance Avenue, restrooms and concessions in left field, dugouts, bullpens, a batting cage, backstop netting, a turf infield with a warning track, and a 900-seat grandstand. Simoniac described a project timeline that anticipates a notice to proceed April 14, 2025, and construction completion by May 1, 2026.

Why it matters: Moore Park is a long-standing community facility in the downtown area; the renovation is intended to support new teams, larger events and related downtown economic activity while coordinating with the town’s Broad Street streetscape work.

Town staff said the $10.2 million base contract plus a $95,000 alternate covers the primary construction bid; an additional $1,105,000 will cover items such as separately procured 60-foot backstop netting and other equipment, bringing the phase 1 total to $11,306,900. Simoniac said the 60-foot netting is being procured through a state contract to reduce markup and procurement cost. The proposed funding plan includes a recently issued $10,000,000 bond with remaining project costs covered from currently allocated project funds.

Commissioners asked staff about fencing, utilities, and event-time traffic management. John Simoniac said much of the Broad Street-facing fencing will remain chain-link during phase 1 to avoid rework ahead of a future phase; staff plan to replace or relocate when phase 2 scope is defined. On events, Commissioner Keriker said the intention is to close Bridal Street (and portions of Lawrence) during games “because so many kids want to chase balls,” and Simoniac said event closures will be coordinated with town officials. Simoniac also noted conduit is included in the project to provide power and other infrastructure to the field, and that an audio/sound system will be a separate contract.

The motion to adopt the resolution awarding the construction contract was made by Commissioner Dingler and seconded by Commissioner Aban; the board approved the resolution by voice vote.

The renovation builds on previous planning and design work the town began in 2021 and 2024. Simoniac told commissioners the park was originally constructed in 1919, and that the town acquired additional parcels behind right field in 2022 to allow for expanded parking and facility improvements. The town noted the work is tied to goals in the strategic plan around community vitality and economic development.

Next steps: Staff will finalize contract documents and issue the notice to proceed. Additional scope items and phase 2 work — including further Broad Street renovations, more restrooms and concessions, ticket booths and expanded paid parking — will return to the board for future approvals and budgeting.

","The Town of Mooresville awarded a base construction contract to G.L. Wilson Building Company for Moore Park phase 1 work, approving related budget amendments and describing a project that includes a 900-seat grandstand, turf infield and upgraded concessions and restrooms. Completion is expected by May 1, 2026.",{"_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},6611882,"Mooresville resident seeks wider shoulders, petition to state for safety improvements on Langtree Road",184,380000,564000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2892839-13dfbe34b161d899e7399950b74a3a71&start=380&end=564","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2892839-13dfbe34b161d899e7399950b74a3a71/thumbnail_380000.jpg","/articles/6611882/Mooresville/Iredell-County/North-Carolina/Mooresville-resident-seeks-wider-shoulders-petition-to-state-for-safety-improvements-on-Langtree-Road","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6611882-8947fc3ee58b28d285883ee04737dd33/orig.mp4?Expires=1771184952&Signature=TtEdUecnEdVC3~N-OvOFdDb66HCiPkTh8C3uQ6LLEneJ2OXYA-SLaGExK3YqvdIjOiYGqnrv8aQyvQFi1KOqH6uxhpyGc6SgB-d6ThQzsQ9xTqOPIK-q7HfH7mO52y3Hf8Wl7MBCh2scPSW9csgMFgfU9ByA6y37VsR4HFzL6E9bLCanuMSwbsbrcJJ6vK43dUrX8NjKTH3LDGQ9jHwXqVlwzzJTzZFRG106vqV-BmnDMm4gRCESrTBujZ8PQlJypljwjQx9bzrUFEtBQGg1gz-Q230FRtZBlB3VKEFya3mOFlt2GyWF4ox1zHwcwqJyPbZdeSot5V8OgGdDnBBC4Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Mary Phillips, who identified herself at the April 7 Town of Mooresville meeting as a resident of 321 Lakeshore Drive and a representative of a neighborhood group called Walk Safe Langtree, used the public comment period to describe repeated near misses along Langtree Road and to announce a petition seeking state action to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety.

Phillips told the board the road in the West Side area is narrow — she measured segments as “15 if it’s 20 feet across” — and said it drops into drainage ditches leaving little or no usable shoulder for people walking or biking. She said the group’s petition will request that the state install drain pipes, flatten out the shoulder and provide 10 to 15 feet of shoulder space so pedestrians do not need to walk in the travel lane. Phillips said the group will take the petition to Raleigh if necessary and invited commissioners and the public to join or advise the effort.

Phillips said the corridor is anchored by Langtree Mall at one end and a marina at the other, and that the area includes several thousand residents. She urged the town to help the effort where possible and described the issue as a quality-of-life and safety matter for families and children who bike in the area.

During public comment Todd Carver, who identified himself as a Raleigh representative, encouraged the effort and suggested Raleigh was a good place to start for the petition. No formal action or referral to staff was recorded in the meeting minutes during the public comment portion.

","A Mooresville resident and neighborhood group leader told the board during public comment she will circulate a petition asking the state to add shoulder space and drainage improvements along Langtree Road to make it safer for pedestrians and bicyclists.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6611885,"Board appoints Jeffrey Mack to fill Planning Board midterm vacancy",54,3774000,3828000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2892839-13dfbe34b161d899e7399950b74a3a71&start=3774&end=3828","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2892839-13dfbe34b161d899e7399950b74a3a71/thumbnail_3774000.jpg","/articles/6611885/Mooresville/Iredell-County/North-Carolina/Board-appoints-Jeffrey-Mack-to-fill-Planning-Board-midterm-vacancy","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6611885-7eb6d270c5b7e82f2e59d85155d86f5d/orig.mp4?Expires=1771184952&Signature=Ty21nG4hFyyXNgWoYIeE1JqyfjwMY9GhYsZKpMgU5NEaRRnblTiGYdK6~zDe8ceSzNjvTdJ8GB0oHyN5GKBa-8y3ddE9QSZa6E~nZPqhif~O-Wvr-SAL171-ZxLEIkQAV65Td5yzKI3iWB7m07nfY44Tddcjl~4nMfiG-QMRaADzL1eih16aqx0ul5pInKVx7mNowSwZKhn4r7cOs3mW9Az3ELMBxEb6WpmNGp~nR56uc~U-HgUsM9QfyOiJZNP7WsLxFRWRJJHYK2fUpM8GOt9tgAGbar7z2D89PGQ~kKAxNwJZBlWFv05QTv2lgyP5Dv95FOGd7SBnBOpAbBpbuQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Town of Mooresville Board of Commissioners on April 7 approved a nominating committee recommendation to appoint Jeffrey Mack to the Planning Board to fill a midterm vacancy left by the resignation of Rosalind Campbell.

Commissioner Luis Qualls, chair of the nominating committee, presented the nomination and said Mack had applied and “fulfills all of the requirements.” The board approved the appointment by voice vote; staff was asked to notify Mr. Mack of the appointment.

Why it matters: The appointment fills an open seat on the Planning Board and restores the board’s ability to consider development and zoning matters with a full membership of appointed citizen planners.

","The board approved a nomination to appoint Jeffrey Mack to the Planning Board to fill a midterm vacancy caused by a resignation; the appointment was made by voice vote.","actionData","errors"]

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