Mayor Pro Tem· 2019–2027 (cycle default: NC terms begin first Monday in December)
Kevin Spears
Wilmington
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 8
- Total speaking time
- 40:11
- Avg per meeting
- 5:01
- Segments
- 575
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Commercial Right-of-Way and Sidewalk Standards at 5710 Market Street
The business will need to adjust its signage plans to comply with existing code limits.
Living Hope Day Center Proposed Location
Residents cited potential negative impacts on surrounding property values.
Historic Window Restoration Versus Material Replacement
Could lower long-term maintenance and repair costs for historic homeowners.
Proposed New Construction at 814 Macumber Alley
Property development and construction costs for the new home on Macumber Alley.
Affordable Housing Gap Financing for Dawson Lofts
The city provided a $2 million loan from the affordable housing fund at a 2% interest rate.
Historic Landmark Designation for Former Fire Station #2
Infill Development Scale and Massing in Historic Alleys
Wawa Convenience Store and Fuel Station Rezoning
Private commercial investment creating new retail and fuel services near campus.
housing and infrastructure spending
An $8.3 million chunk of change is heading straight into local housing and infrastructure upgrades.
State Legislative Mandates on Unsheltered Populations
Estimated regional implementation costs could reach $26 million.
NCDOT Multimodal Network Plan Partnership
The city's share of the study totals $95,000 out of a $210,000 overall cost.
River Road Aerial Easement and Conveyor System
UNCW Proposed Medical School
Long-term regional economic boost, though exact state funding impacts are pending.
Commercial Development and Tree Removal at University Drive
Tree mitigation fees will apply based on the removal of the 32-inch pine tree.
Special Use Permit Withdrawal for Holly Tree Road Facility
Preservation of Senior Affordable Housing at James Walker Apartments
City forgives a $258,000 loan; developer invests over $85,000 per unit.
Historic District Residential Additions and Carriage House
Private investments into historic properties enhance neighborhood aesthetics and property values.
Conditional Rezoning and Motel Conversion at 4118 Market Street
Units will offer naturally affordable rental rates around $1,050 to $1,075 per month with utilities included.
Post-Disaster Demolition and Reconstruction at 1605 Grace Street
State-funded recovery grant supporting home replacement.
Boutique Hotel Renovation at 226 South Front Street
Private investment into a commercial lodging project downtown.
Decisions during term (10)
Recorded while Spears was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of Economic Development Incentive for Project Pearl II (PH2)
Authorize Closed Session for Economic Development and Personnel
Establishment of Northern Riverfront Development District Committee
Land Development Code Amendments
Resolution Supporting a Cape Fear Public Transit Authority Application to the Federal Transit Administration for a Transit-Oriented Development Planning Grant
Land Development Code Amendments Recommendation
Land Development Code Amendment for Semi-Permanent Structures (PH-1)
Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Apply for a $17,500,000 Grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration FY2025 Disaster Supplemental Grant Program, Which Includes a Required Local Match of $3,500,000, for the Riverfront…
Land Development Code Amendment for CBD Semi-Permanent Structures (LDC-5-426)
Ordinance Amending Land Development Code for R-3 Zoning District (PH1)
Voting record (2)(Development)
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