2026-07-13 - Town Council
Summary
All six members attended, with Brock Hall, Ree Goodson and Jack O'Neal of Jim Lanik's office. Marilyn Sheridan and Arnold Bridge III again raised the Airbnb at 134 Kanah Court (over 300 guests in a year; Sheridan asked about proactive lien-backed lawn enforcement and about the effect of NC Senate Bill 382); Hall later said, on Lanik's advice, the next step is a public Town Hall meeting and a Planning Board presentation, with 6 to 8 short-term rentals in Town. Council saw the first 3D rendering of the public works building, heard a North Carolina Capital Management Trust presentation from Terra Greene, declared America 250 banners surplus at zero value (McAlpine/Moon), and approved invoices from Jones Coe Land Surveying ($9,200 park survey) and Thomas General Contractors (final $15,000 on the parking lot). Contract renewals for DH Cleaning Services, Dillon Outdoors, Warren D. Hill (trash removal, $3,800 per quarterly pass) and Pinwilz passed unanimously, and Leonard moved, Edwards seconded, to hold the Fall Vision Session Tuesday, September 22 at 6:00 PM. Preliminary FY 2026 results showed net revenue of about $1,058,150; solid waste cost $372,285 the prior year and the new hauler is averaging about $30,000 a month; auditor Tony Brewer was engaged with the audit presentation expected in December.
Summary written from the official minutes posted on midway-nc.gov; no video or transcript exists.
Issues discussed: Short-Term Rentals - Palace Estates (134 Kanah Court), Short-Term Rental Regulation, Public Works Facility Project, Town Park Development, Town Investments and Banking, FYE 2027 Budget
Official Minutes
Official minutes posted by the town (PDF text); page headers removed, otherwise unaltered.
MINUTES OF MIDWAY TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING HELD ON JULY 13, 2026, AT
7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT MIDWAY TOWN HALL, 426 GUMTREE ROAD,
MIDWAY, NORTH CAROLINA
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine gave the invocation and led in the Pledge of Allegiance prior to the opening
gavel.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor John Byrum called the meeting to order.
Councilors present were: John Byrum, Mike McAlpine, Keith Leonard, Robin Moon, Jackie Edwards and
Berkley Alcorn. Absent: None. Town Manager Brock Hall, Town Clerk Ree Goodson and Associate Jack
O’Neal with Town Attorney Jim Lanik’s office were present. Absent: Finance Officer Linda Hunt.
Each Councilor had been furnished an agenda prior to the meeting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion by Councilor Jackie Edwards, seconded by Councilor Robin Moon, Council voted unanimously
to approve the minutes of the June 1, 2026 Town Council Regular meeting.
PUBLIC ADDRESS
Marilyn Sheridan- 137 Kanah Court Winston Salem, NC 27107 - addressed the Council regarding her
concerns with the Airbnb property at 134 Kanah Court in Palace Estates. Ms. Sheridan stated that the
property had hosted over 300 strangers in the cul-de-sac within the past year, with persistent issues
including infrequent lawn mowing, no regular garbage service, and unauthorized parties. She said there
was a recent event that drew overflow crowds, resulting in guests parking on neighbors' lawns and blocking
driveways.
Ms. Sheridan asked the Council to consider a proactive enforcement approach, whereby the Town could
notify the property owner that, absent proof of a lawn maintenance contract, the Town would mow the lawn
as needed and place the cost and associated fine as a lien on the property rather than waiting through
repeated notice cycles.
Ms. Sheridan also said North Carolina Senate Bill 382, enacted in 2024, which she stated restricts
municipalities' ability to regulate land use that technically complies with existing zoning regulations, and
asked whether this would limit the Town's ability to regulate short-term rentals.
Mayor John Byrum acknowledged the concern and asked that the discussion be continued with the Town's
legal counsel and Town Manager Brock Hall.
Arnold Bridge 3rd – 156 Kanah Court Winston Salem, NC 27107 – Mr. Bridge stated he has the same
concerns as Ms. Sheridan. He said there are safety issues for his young grandchildren in the cul-de-sac due
to speeding or inattentive guests.
ADOPT AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine said the agenda needed to be amended to add a Closed Session following
VIII Town Manager’s Report in accordance with N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5) matters pertaining to the
acquisition of real property.
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAcAlpine, seconded by Councilor Jackie Edwards, Council voted
unanimously to adopt the amended agenda.
COMMITTEE REPORT
Town Manager Brock Hall directed the Council's attention to a first 3D architectural rendering of the
proposed new public works building, which had been placed at each seat. Mr. Hall said the Building
Committee intended to provide the architect with a few additional comments before final approval, after
which work would begin on shelter renderings. The next step would be geotechnical soil testing. No formal
action was taken.
REGULAR BUSINESS
PRESENTATION – THE NORTH CAROLINA CAPITAL MANAGEMENT TRUST – TERRA
GREENE, VICE PRESIDENT
Terra Greene, Vice President of Capital Management of the Carolinas, presented an overview of the North
Carolina Capital Management Trust (NCCMT), a local government investment pool in which the Town of
Midway is already a participant.
Ms. Greene explained that the NCCMT was established in 1982 under former State Treasurer direction to
provide a safe, competitive investment vehicle for local government public funds. Key points included:
● The NCCMT is the only local government investment pool in the nation registered with the SEC,
subjecting it to rigorous standards of accountability, liquidity requirements (25% of the portfolio
maturing daily, 50% within a week), and ongoing oversight.
● The portfolio is managed by Fidelity Investments and invests exclusively in U.S. Treasuries and
Treasury-backed agencies, earning a Triple-A rating from both S&P and Moody's.
● Over 851 participants statewide invest with the NCCMT, including all 100 North Carolina counties
and 465 Cities and Towns. The NCCMT manages a portfolio of over $20 billion.
● There are no minimum account balances, no transaction fees, and no minimum fees. The sole cost
is a management fee of 0.205%, which is deducted before the quoted rate.
● As of the date of the presentation, the one-day yield was 3.51%, with a compounded equivalent of
approximately 3.60%.
● The NCCMT operates as an investment tool only and does not replace a municipality's operational
bank account. Funds are transferred via wire between the Trust account and the town's operating
account.
● Ms. Greene noted that some municipalities direct their sales tax and utility distributions straight
into their NCCMT account to begin earning interest immediately.
Councilor Robin Moon asked if there was an investment risk. Ms. Greene stated that in over 40 years of
operation, the NCCMT has never lost a dollar, and that its exclusive investment in U.S. Treasuries
represents the highest level of safety on the investment spectrum. No formal action was taken. Ms. Greene
invited the Council to contact her or work with Town Manager Brock Hall to explore additional uses of the
NCCMT.
DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - DISCUSSION
Town Manager Brock Hall explained to the Council that N.C. State Statute 160A-266 requires the Council
to formally declare surplus any Town-owned property before it can be disposed of. The property in question
consisted of America 250 decorations purchased for the Town's 20th Anniversary celebration. Since the
decorations are specific to the America 250 commemoration and cannot be repurposed in future years, staff
requested the Council to declare them with zero value, authorizing Town Manager Brock Hall to dispose
of them accordingly. Mr. Hall said there had been some public interest in individuals keeping items as
mementos, which would be permissible following the formal declaration.
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine, seconded by Councilor Robin Moon, Council voted
unanimously to declare the America 250 banners purchased for the Town's 20th Anniversary celebration
as surplus property with zero value, and to authorize Town Manager Brock Hall to dispose of the banners
in accordance with N.C. General Statute 160A-266 as presented.
JONES COE LAND SURVEYING INVOICE APPROVAL
Town Manger Brock Hall stated Jones Coe Land Surveying PLLC completed a survey of the Town Park
Property. Mr. Hall said the total cost for the work is $9,200.00.
On motion by Councilor Keith Leonard, seconded by Councilor Berkley Alcorn, Council voted
unanimously to approve Jones Coe Land Surveying invoice in the amount of $9,200.00 as presented.
THOMAS GENERAL CONTRACTOR INVOICE APPROVAL
Town Manager Brock Hall stated Thomas General Contractors LLC completed the work on the new parking
lot addition and the final invoice needs to be paid.
Mr. Hall stated the original contract amount with Thomas General Contractors was $200,000 of that amount
$185,000 has been paid. The final amount due is $15,000.
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine, seconded by Councilor Jackie Edwards, Council voted
unanimously to approve the payment of $15,000.00 to Thomas General Contractor invoice as presented.
CONTRACT RENEWAL – DAVID HEDGECOCK D/B/A DH CLEANING SERVICES – TOWN
PARK
Town Manager Brock Hall stated a revised version of the independent contractor agreement for David
Hedgecock D/B/A DH Cleaning Services has been distributed to each Council member. The revision
clarified language in Section #3 regarding the maximum number of hours the contractor may work per day
and the method of compensation for work performed beyond standard restroom cleaning and pressure
washing duties.
David Hedgecock D/B/A DH Cleaning Services has submitted the following proposal to continue the
annual agreement.
DH Cleaning Services will provide cleaning services each day of the week and up to three times per day as
needed for the following:
Restrooms:
• Clean mirrors and bright work (faucets, etc.)
• Clean and sanitize sinks
• Clean and sanitize toilets (inside and out)
• Empty trash receptacles
• Remove collected trash to designated area
• Fill soap, towel, and toilet dispensers
• Fully sweep and damp mop floors wall to wall
• Clean tile walls weekly or more often as needed
Pavilion, gazebo and recreational areas:
• Monitor cleanliness each day and after rented events
• Empty trash receptacles
• Wash/clean picnic tables off it needed and concrete areas
• Patrol areas to ensure cleanliness
• Clean grills and grill area
All services will be provided at an hourly rate of $26.00 per hour. The Town of Midway will furnish all
paper products, cleaning supplies and cleaning equipment.
Pressure washing gazebo, pavilion and parking lot/sidewalk concrete surfaces will be provided at an hourly
rate of $75.00 per hour. This includes pressure washer/equipment, cleaning chemicals and labor.
Mr. Hall stated Town Attorney Jim Lanik has reviewed the revision and approved the Independent
Contractor’s Agreement with David Hedgecock D/B/A DH Cleaning Services.
On motion by Councilor Keith Leonard, seconded by Councilor Berkley Alcorn, Council voted
unanimously to approve Contract Renewal – David Hedgecock D/B/A DH Cleaning Services as presented.
CONTRACT RENEWAL – WILLIAM Z. DILLON D/B/A DILLON OUTDOORS -
LANDSCAPING
William Z. Dillon D/B/A Dillon Outdoors has submitted the following proposal to continue the annual
agreement.
Town Park Area $55.00 per hour
Town Hall Office Area $45.00 per hour
Plant Installation
Plant Pruning
Mulching Plant Beds
Fertilization of Landscape Plants
Spraying Weeds in Lawn and Plant Beds
Blowing Parking Lot and Walkways Clear of Debris
Fred Sink Road – Along fence line $45.00 per hour plus materials at cost
Plant installation and maintenance
Town Hall Parking Lot $85.00 per hour
Snow removal
Town Attorney Jim Lanik has reviewed and approved the Independent Contractor’s Agreement with
William Z. Dillon D/B/A Dillon Outdoors.
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine, seconded by Councilor Robin Moon, Council voted
unanimously to approve Contract Renewal – William Z. Dillon D/B/A Dillon Outdoors as presented.
CONTRACT RENEWAL – WARREN D. HILL – TRASH REMOVAL
Town Manager Brock Hall stated a correction from the agenda packet: the per-occurrence rate for trash
removal services had increased from $3,500 to $3,800 for the upcoming contract term. Councilor Jackie
Edwards raised a concern that following the most recent Christmas parade, trash removal had not been
completed in a timely manner. Councilor Edwards requested that the scheduled removal dates be
coordinated around specific Town events, specifically ensuring service is performed prior to the annual
crosswalk event and aligned with the Christmas parade schedule. Mr. Hall confirmed that service is
performed four times per year and committed to scheduling those occurrences in coordination with the
relevant events.
Warren D. Hill has submitted the following proposal to continue the annual agreement.
Trash removal – Once a Quarter for Town of Midway $3,800.00 per Removal
Locations
Old US Hwy 52 from Davidson County/Forsyth County Line
Midway School Road
Midway School Road from Old US Hwy 52 to Norman Shoaf Road
Hickory Tree Road from Old US Hwy 52 to N. Payne Road
Gumtree Road from Old US Hwy 52 to Norman Shoaf Road
Trash removal & Disposal
Town Attorney Jim Lanik has reviewed and approved the Independent Contractor’s Agreement with
Warren D. Hill.
On motion by Councilor Keith Leonard, seconded by Councilor Berkley Alcorn, Council voted
unanimously to approve Contract Renewal – Warren D. Hill as presented.
CONTRACT RENEWAL – PINWILZ INC. - WEBSITE
Pinwilz Inc. has submitted the following proposal to continue the annual agreement
SEO Program software (Annual) $365.00
SEO + Application – Subscription – Annual
Antivirus Protection software (Annual) $456.25
WordPress Security Program 2025 – WordFence app, ongoing updates, monitoring, regularly schedule
virus scans, firewall protection, webmaster support, antivirus protection, brute force detection, and
countermeasures.
Annual Service
Annual or Recurring Services Total $821.25
Webmaster retainer 12 hours (renews at Town’s request) $1,140.00
We track time used and provide an itemized report prior to requesting a new retainer.
Town Attorney Jim Lanik has reviewed and approved the Independent Contractor’s Agreement with
Pinwilz Inc.
On motion by Councilor Jackie Edwards, seconded by Councilor Robin Moon, Council voted unanimously
to approve Contract Renewal – Pinwilz Inc. as presented.
SET DATE FOR FALL VISION SESSION
Mayor John Byrum asked the Council to review monthly calendars that are in their packet for August
through October and select a date for the Fall Vision Session. Town Manager Brock Hall stated the previous
year's session had originally been scheduled for September 25th before being rescheduled to October 22nd.
Following brief discussion among Council members, the date of Tuesday, September 22nd at 6:00 PM at
Town Hall was agreed upon.
On motion by Councilor Keith Leonard, seconded by Councilor Jackie Edwards, Council voted
unanimously to approve Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6:00pm for the Town Council Vision Session as
presented.
TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT
TOWN PARK UPDATE
Town Manager Brock Hall reported the following updates on Town Park operations:
● The Park recorded 24 reservations in June and 9 in July, with the lower July figure attributed to
typical summer slowdown due to heat and vacations. Year-over-year reservations are up overall.
● Replacement playground equipment has been ordered and will be installed upon arrival.
● Landscaping contractor Zach Dillon provided a preliminary cost estimate of approximately $3,650
to complete the previously discussed track extension around the playground. He will perform the
work with the assistance of David Warden.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
Council was provided copies of the monthly financial reports for June 2026 as follows:
June 2026
Total Income $2,583,910 112.1% of overall budget
Total Expenses $1,449,031 62.9% of overall budget
Town Manager Brock Hall provided a preliminary year-end summary for Fiscal Year 2026, noting that the
official figures would be confirmed upon completion of the annual audit. Key highlights included:
● Expenditure was down approximately 3% compared to the prior fiscal year, and revenues were up
approximately 3%, resulting in a net revenue increase of roughly 12%.
● Projected net revenue for FY2026 is approximately $1,058,150.
● Pavilion rentals increased approximately 18% year-over-year, and Gazebo rentals increased
approximately 150%, which Mr. Hall attributed in part to the relative value offered by that rental
option.
● The solid waste contract, representing approximately 25% of annual expenditure, declined from
$372,285 in the prior year. With the new service provider averaging approximately $30,000 per
month, projected savings for the upcoming year are estimated to bring the total cost down to
approximately $360,000.
● The Town has engaged auditor Mr. Tony Brewer, who will meet with the Town's bookkeeper and
Finance officer within the coming weeks to begin the audit process. The audit presentation is
anticipated in December, consistent with the prior year's timeline.
Town Manager Brock Hall also provided an update on the short-term rental issue raised during Public
Address. He stated that after consultation with Town Attorney Jim Lanik, the recommended next step is to
hold a public Town Hall meeting open to all residents, existing short-term rental, and the general public to
gather input on the scope of any potential regulation. Mr. Hall also indicated he plans to make a presentation
to the Planning Board at its next meeting, sharing research findings, examples of short-term rental
ordinances from other jurisdictions, and the Town Attorney's recommendations. He identified
approximately 6 to 8 short-term rentals currently operating within Town limits.
Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine suggested that the short-term rental issues be placed on the agenda for the
Fall Vision Session, stating that the Council should consider a multi-faceted approach that coordinates
Planning and Zoning efforts with the County Sheriff's Department and examines how neighboring
municipalities with higher concentrations of short-term rentals, such as those near High Rock Lake, have
addressed similar challenges. Mayor Pro Tem McAlpine acknowledged that recent state legislation has
constrained some local regulatory tools, making a comprehensive, coordinated strategy more important.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine, seconded by Councilor Jackie Edwards, Council voted
unanimously to recess to closed session in accordance with N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5) matters pertaining
to the acquisition of real property.
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
On motion by Councilor Robin Moon, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine, Council voted
unanimously to reconvene to open session.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Mike McAlpine, seconded by Councilor Berkley Alcorn, Council voted
unanimously to adjourn the meeting.
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John Byrum, Mayor
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Ree Goodson, Town Clerk