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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 2007 03-12 .AGENDA NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Assembb Room, New Hanover County Historic Courthouse 24 North Third Street, Room 301 Wdmington, NC WilLIAM A. CASTER, CHAIRMAN. ROBERT G. GREER, VICE-CHAIRMAN TED DAVIS, JR., COMMISSIONER. WilLIAM A. KOPP, JR., COMMISSIONER. NANCY H. PRITCHETT, COMMISSIONER BRUCE T. SHELL, COUNTY MANAGER' WANDA COPLEY, COUNTY ATTORNEY' SHEILA SCHULT, CLERK TO THE BOARD March 12, 2007 1 :00 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER (Chairman William A. Caster) INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ESTIMATED ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page TIMES No. 1: 10 p.m. 1. Presentation ofNe,,, Hanover County Service Awards 25 1: 15 p.m. 2. NOTE: item is 27 Introduction of Newly Hired County Emplovees 1 :20 p.m. 3. Public Hearing 29 Revision to New Hanover County Code Section 5-4 Definitions: Animals & Fowl 1:50 p.m. 4. Public Hearing 31 To Consider a Resolution to Approve Landfill Vertical/Horizontal Expansion 2:00 p.m. 5. Consideration ofInterlocal Agreement with the City of Wilmington for the 35 Development of the Olsen Falm Park 2: 15 p.m. 6. Committee Appointments 37 2:30 p.m. 7.1 Public Hearing 65 Special Use Permit (S-570, 12/06) - Request by Duncan Marine Contractors, Inc. for Colorado Coastal Development, LLC to Locate a 10-Slip Community Boating Facility in an R-15 Residential District at "Seabreeze Sound" (36 Residential Lots on Seabreeze Road South) 2:50 p.m. Break 3:00 p.m. 7.2 Public Hearing 71 Text Amendment (A-355, 11/06) - Request by Staff for Zoning Text Amendment for Article V, Creating Section 59.9 RFMU, Riverfront Mixed Use District 3:40 p.m. 7.3 Public Hearing 97 1 Road Closure (SC-83, 01/07) - Request by James D. Smith for Ronald Strickland to Close a Portion of Allen Avenue 4:00 p.m. 8. Meeting of the Water and Sewer District 101 5:25 p.m. 9. Non-Agenda Items (limit three minutes) 5:30 p.m. 10. Additionalltems County Manager Commissioners Clerk to the Board County Attorney 5:35 p.m. ADJOURN Note: Times listed for each item are estimated, and if a preceding item takes less time, the Board will move forward until the agenda is completed. 2 MEETING OF THE WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT ASSEMBL Y ROOM, NEW HANOVER COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE 24 NORTH THIRD STREET, ROOM 301 WILMINGTON, NC ESTIMATED ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page TIMES No. 4:00 p.m. 1. Non-Agenda Items (limit three minutes) 4:05 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes 103 4: 10 p.m. 3. Acceptance of Right- of-Ways in Parmele Woods Subdivision and Common 105 Area/Green Space in Laurel Lea Subdivision for Public Dedication 4:20 p.m. 4. Consideration of Resolution for Condemnation for Water and Sewer Easement III 4:30 p.m. 5. Consideration of Bradlev Creek Outfall Line Rehabilitation Proj ect: 121 Amendment to Contract 07-0128 with HDR Engineering Services and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 07-154 4:40 p.m. 6. Consideration of Adoption of Capital Project Ordinance for the Bradley Creek 133 Outfall Line Rehabilitation Project A ward of Contract 07-0295 and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 2007-72 4:55 p.m. Break 5:05 p.m. 7. Consideration of New Hanover Countv 2006 Waste Water Master Plan Update 151 Amendment #2 - Professional Services Proposal for: Pump Station 77 (West\vood) Force Main Improvements/Diversion Pump Station 35 (Bradley Creek) Junction Box Redesign Northeast Interceptor (NEn Value Engineering and Coordination Services and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 2007-73 5:20 p.m. 8. Adoption of Resolution Declaring a 3930 Ford Tractor Surplus. Approving 173 Trade-in and Purchase of a Ne,v Holland Compact Track Loader 3 This page intentionally left blank. 4 CONSENT AGENDA NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page No. 1. Approval of Minutes 7 2. Approval to Amend Cape Fear Museum Ethics Policy 9 3. Authorization to Submit as the Provisional Countv Partner for Grassroots Arts 13 Grants 4. Adoption of Resolution to Appoint Chris O'Keefe as Map Review Officer 17 Approval of Budget Amendments 5.1 2007-64 Finance 19 5.2 2007-71 Sheriff's Office 21 5 This page intentionally left blank. 6 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Consent Item #: 1 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Governing Body Presenter: Chairman Caster Contact: Sheila L. Schult Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes BRIEF SUMMARY: Approve minutes from the Agenda Review Meeting held on February 15, 2007 and the Regular Meeting and Closed Session Meeting held on February 19, 2007. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Approve minutes. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 7 This page intentionally left blank. 8 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Consent Item #: 2 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Museum Presenter: Ruth Haas Contact: Ruth Haas SUBJECT: Approval to Amend Cape Fear Museum Ethics Policy BRIEF SUMMARY: Since the adoption of the Museum Ethics Policy in 2000, requirements have increased for stronger language defining "conflict of interest". Specific wording is now required in order to compete for most government grants. To meet these more stringent requirements, language suggested by the North Carolina Arts Council has been added into the Ethics Policy. The Museum Advisory Board reviewed the document at their February 21 , 2007 meeting and recommended approval of the proposed changes. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Approval to amend the Cape Fear Museum Ethics Policy. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ~ ........ ... . - SU21 ~ Ethics Policy ReI,' .doc REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: N/A HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 9 Ethics Policy Approved by New Hanover County Board of Commissioners: August 16, 1999 and January 27, 2000 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: Cape Fear Museum collects, preserves and interprets objects relating to the history, science and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear, and makes those objects and their interpretation available to the public through educational exhibitions and programs. adopted by Board of Trustees 4.6.95 & Hanover County Board of Commissioners 5.15.95 THE MUSEUM BOARDS are dedicated to responsible governance which guides the museum's progress, supports its mission, protects and invigorates the institution, and enhances its character, integrity and welfare. All official actions shall be accomplished by the board (or, as provided for in the museum bylaws,) as a whole, and not by individual board members except as authorized by the board. Board members shall respect the governing documents, policies and practices thus established. VOLUNTEERS are essential to the operation of the museum. They have a responsibility to the museum, especially those with access to the Museum's collections, programs and privileged information. Access to the museum's in-house activities is a privilege and the lack of material compensation for effort expended on behalf of the museum, in no way frees the volunteer from adherence to the standards that apply to paid staff. Y olunteers shall work toward the betterment of the museum and not for personal gain, other than the natural gratification and enrichment inherent in museum participation. MUSEUM STAFF are responsible to the director and implement the museum mission in daily operations. The staff, including the director, must faithfully observe organizational standards and policies; help to protect and conserve the museum's collections, facilities, assets and financial resources; and fulfill their individual duties while recognizing, supporting and serving the interests of the museum as a whole. They shall conduct themselves in a spirit of service to the museum and its audiences, and of mutual assistance, support and cooperation with other staff and the board. BOARD MEMBERS, VOLUNTEERS AND STAFF MEMBERS General: Board members, volunteers and staff are expected at all times to serve the museum and its purposes, to faithfully fulfill their respective duties, and to encourage goodwill and support for the museum. They shall strive to ensure truth and wholeness in the content, nature and quality of scholarship and in all exhibitions, programs and site interpretation. Collections: It is intended that the museum's collections actively be managed according to established policy, in a professional manner which improves the content and relevance to the institution's mission, enhances the quality, ensures proper care and maintains the properties unimpaired for future generations. Personal CollectinglDealing: Board members, volunteers and staff must refrain from knowingly competing with the museum in acquiring objects within the institution's collecting purview, in accordance with the museum's Collection Policy. Appraisals: No staff member, volunteer or board members shall perform appraisals of objects donated to the museum. PolicylEthics. wpd 10 Personal GainlDiscretion: Neither one's association with the museum nor the museum's name, reputation or property should be employed knowingly for personal use or advantage. Privileged information received during museum service must be regarded with discretion and confidence. Conflict of Interest: Board members, volunteers and staff must recognize the potential for issues of conflict of interest which attends an institution such as Cape Fear Museum. All should take precautions to avoid even the appearance of impropriety in the disbursement of funds. If a potential conflict of interest arises, the board member, volunteer, or staff must disclose the potential conflict to the appropriate governance authority. Further, the board member volunteer, or employee shall not vote on nor participate in the solicitation, negotiation, formation, award, arbitration, modification, or settlement of any contract or grant involving any funds or any dispute arising under such contract or grant when the board member, volunteer, or staff stands to benetit, either directly or indirectly, from such contract or grant. A board member, volunteer, or statT is not deemed to benefit directly or indirectly from a contract or grant if he or she receives only the salary or stipend due to him or her in the normal course of employment with or service to Cape Fear Museum. Representation: The museum director or a delegated representative shall routinely serve as the museum's chief spokesperson. All board members, volunteers, and staff shall be informed of this policy. I certi1y that this is the current Code of Ethics of Cape Fear Museum and that it incorporates the conflict-of- interest policy. .....--............................-...............-....-----...................... ....................---....-- .... ............... ........ .......---..............................-..--... .........----....-...- ...-... ...............-..--.-............."...............................---...................................- ..........................-..-- Executive Director Date Sworn and subscribed before Me on this the _ day of ............................. ............................... , 200......... Notary Public My Commission expires: CAPE FEAR MUSEUM'S AFFIRMATION I have read Cape Fear Museum's Ethics Policy in its entirety and hereby affirm that I understand and will abide by its contents. Signature Print Name Date Relationship to Museum (Please Check the square{s) that apply.): [ ] Staff Member [ ] Volunteer [ ] Museum Advisory Board [ ] Cape Fear Museum Associate's Board PolicylEthics. wpd 11 This page intentionally left blank. 12 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Consent Item #: 3 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Museum Presenter: Ruth Haas Contact: Ruth Haas SUBJECT: Authorization to Submit as the Provisional County Partner for Grassroots Arts Grants BRIEF SUMMARY: Cape Fear Museum requests to apply as the Provisional County Partner for sub-granting the funds designated to New Hanover County for Grassroots Arts Grants. Cape Fear Museum will serve as the applicant to manage the Grassroots Arts Grants distributed by the North Carolina Arts Council to New Hanover County. CFM will request the $32,939 allocation for the County. Twenty percent of the grant will be requested to fund administration and programming by the Greater Wilmington Arts & Cultural Alliance (GWACA), which will co-administer the grants. The bulk of this money funds an intern who assists in administering the grant and provides administrative support for GWACA by maintaining the web, membership information, and program planning. There is sufficient work space at Museum for the intern. The remaining 80% of the grant will go toward sub-grants to arts organizations, according to an approved competitive process. The expectation continues to be that GWACA will apply for and be designated the County Partner for this program, when revenues are sufficient to expand the hours for administration of ongoing activities. Until then, Cape Fear Museum agrees to be the lead for managing the program. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Recommend County Commissioners approve application for funds, acceptance if funded, and related budget amendment if grant is approved. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: The grant is expected to fund a UNCW Masters in Public Administration intern @ 10 hours per week. No County cash match required. ATTACHMENTS: ~ : : ~.:..:~~ 7 0218Arts Grant FY08 -- NHC.xb REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A 13 COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 14 Grassroots Arts Grant FY08 -- I ProposCiI __u_ I i _..~ --~.,- I Grant description Grant $ Match description Match $ Total .--- Personnel 5383 600 5983 --.-- - --~ Intern Administrator __ 5,383 County grant administration 660 ,---- Outside Fees & Services 27,256 26056 53,312 ~956 sub grants I Sub-grant matches 26,956 u $1200 GWACA Web & Ads I Space rental 0 80001 8000 I "CFMuOffice Space 8000 -- Other 300 2000 2,30~ Office supplies/equip 300 GWACA contributions 2,000 ' -- I -- 695951 32,939 36656 ----- ...H__ - f----- ..-.- '~'--'- . ... I ----... ---..-- I f--------- i I Cape Fear Museum GWACA Detailed Budget 15 This page intentionally left blank. 16 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Consent Item #: 4 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Planning Presenter: Sam Burgess Contact: Sam Burgess Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution to Appoint Chris O'Keefe as Map Review Officer BRIEF SUMMARY: With the retirement of Dexter Hayes, New Hanover County needs to designate an additional Map Review Officer for the review of plats. As the new Planning Director, Chris O'Keefe should be designated as one of the County's map review officers, as noted in the attached resolution. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Planning staff recommends that the County Commissioners appoint Chris O'Keefe as Map Review Officer and adopt the attached resolution. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ~ Map Review Officer Resolution.doc ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 17 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS (Amended) The Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, does hereby resolve as follows: WHEREAS, the General Assembly has enacted new legislation codified as Section 47 30.2 requiring that every County appoint one or more review officers to examine and approve plats and maps prior to recordation at the Registry of Deeds; and WHEREAS, a review officer must examine and approve plats and maps to ascertain mapping accuracy and consistency; and WHEREAS, A Resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on September 15, 1997 that for the unincorporated New Hanover County and the Towns of Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, and Kure Beach, that the designated Review Officers be Dexter Hayes, Planning Director; Billy Oakes, Land Records Supervisor; or Sam Burgess, Principal Development Planner, and that for the City of Wilmington the designated Review Officers are Benjamin Brown, City Surveyor or William Penny, City Engineer; and WHEREAS, the Planning Director for New Hanover County as of July 2006 is Chris O'Keefe. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners that for the unincorporated New Hanover County that Chris O'Keefe, Planning Director, be designated as Map Review Officer. This the lih day of March, 2007. William A. Caster, Chairman Attest: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to Board 18 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Budget Amendment Capital Projects Consent Item #: 5.1 Estimated Time: Page Number: BUDGET AMENDMENT Number: 2007-64 DEPARTMENT: Finance BE IT ORDAINED by the New Hanover County Commissioners that the following amendment be made to the Water and Sewer District ordinance: Expenditure Decrease Increase Water and Sewer Administration: Transfer to Capital Projects $791,320 Water and Sewer Administration: Capital Project Expense-Water $306,000 Capital Project Expense-Sewer $485,320 General Sewer Capital Projects: Kings Grant Upgrade $226,000 Replacement of Flemington Well $80,000 Abandon Creeks Lift Station $55,320 Oak Landing Lift Station Upgrade $100,000 Upgrade of Hinton Lift Station $50,000 Upgrade of Turtle Hall Lift Station $90,000 Abandon Tangle Oaks Lift Station $90,000 Upgrade of Suncourt Lift Station $100,000 Revenue Decrease Increase Water and Sewer General Sewer Projects: Transfer in from Fund 800 $791,320 EXPLANATION: To move projects from Water and Sewer's operating budget into the Capital Project established to accommodate smaller projects that will last longer than one fiscal year. This allows accounting for all costs of Water and Sewer projects in one location. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: 19 Approved 5-0. 20 This page intentionally left blank. 21 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Budget Amendment Consent Item #: 5.2 Estimated Time: Page Number: BUDGET AMENDMENT Number: 2007-71 DEPARTMENT: Sheriffs Office BE IT ORDAINED by the New Hanover County Commissioners that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007: EXDenditure Decrease Increase Controlled Substance Tax: Supplies $3,309 Revenue Decrease Increase Controlled Substance Tax: Controlled Substance Tax $3,309 EXPLANATION: To budget Controlled Substance Tax funds received on 2/26/07. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Controlled Substance Tax funds are budgeted as received and must be used for law enforcement as the Sheriff deems necessary. APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 22 This page intentionally left blank. 23 REGULAR AGENDA NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ESTIMATED ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page TIMES No. 1: 10 p.m. 1. Presentation of New Hanover County Service Awards 25 1: 15 p.m. 2. Introduction of Newly Hired County Employees 27 1 :20 p.m. 3. Public Hearing 29 Revision to New Hanover County Code Section 5-4 Definitions: Animals & Fowl 1:50 p.m. 4. Public Hearing 31 To Consider a Resolution to Approve Landfill Vertical/Horizontal Expansion 2:00 p.m. 5. Consideration of Interlocal Agreement with the City of Wilmington for the 35 Development of the Olsen Farm Park 2: 15 p.m. 6. Committee Appointments 37 2:30 p.m. 7.1 Public Hearing 65 Special Use Permit (S-570, 12/06) - Request by Duncan Marine Contractors, Inc. for Colorado Coastal Development, LLC to Locate a 10-Slip Community Boating Facility in an R-15 Residential District at "Seabreeze Sound" (36 Residential Lots on Seabreeze Road South) 2:50 p.m. Break 3:00 p.m. 7.2 Public Hearing 71 Text Amendment (A-355, 11/06) - Request by Staff for Zoning Text Amendment for Article V, Creating Section 59.9 RFMU, Riverfront Mixed Use District 3:40 p.m. 7.3 Public Hearing 97 Road Closure (SC-83, 01/07) - Request by James D. Smith for Ronald Strickland to Close a Portion of Allen Avenue 4:00 p.m. 8. Meeting of the Water and Sewer District 101 5:25 p.m. 9. Non-Agenda Items (limit three minutes) 5:30 p.m. 10. Additional Items County Manager Commissioners Clerk to the Board County Attorney 5:35 p.m. ADJOURN Note: Times listed for each item are estimated, and if a preceding item takes less 24 time, the Board will move forward until the agenda is completed. 25 This page intentionally left blank. 26 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 1 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Human Resources Presenter: Bruce Shell Contact: Marlene Carney Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Presentation of New Hanover County Service Awards BRIEF SUMMARY: The following employees will receive Service Awards: 10 year: Genevi Francis, DSS, Social Worker 15 year: Helen Simmonds, DSS, Economic Services Supervisor 20 year: Rodney Driggers, Environmental Management, Pollution Control Specialist 25 year: Theresa Mathews, IT, Computer Operations Coordinator RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: The above listed employees will be invited to the meeting to be honored. ATTACHMENTS: ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Present service awards. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Presented service awards. 27 This page intentionally left blank. 28 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 2 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Human Resources Presenter: Bruce Shell Contact: Marlene Carney Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Introduction of Newly Hired County Employees BRIEF SUMMARY: A list of employees will be provided prior to the meeting. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recognize new employees. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: The item was withdrawn. 29 This page intentionally left blank. 30 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 3 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Health Presenter: Dr. Jean McNeil, Animal Control Services Manager Contact: Dr. Jean McNeil SUBJECT: Public Hearing Revisions to New Hanover County Code, Section 5-4 Definitions: Animals & Fowl BRIEF SUMMARY: At its regular meeting on February 7,2007, the Board of Health voted to recommend revisions to Section 5-4 of the County Code. The suggested changes regard control of dogs as enforced by Animal Control Services (ACS). The recommended revisions have been reviewed and supported by County Legal, ACS staff, and the ACS Advisory Committee. The suggested changes are underlined. CURRENT: Sec. 5-4. Definitions. Restraint means the state of a dog if it is controlled by means of a leash, or is on orwithin a vehicle being driven or parked, or is within a secure enclosure. Exceptions to restraint are as follows: Organized and lawful dog functions; e.g., hunting, obedience training, field and water training, law enforcement training and/or in the pursuit of working or competing in those legal endeavors. A dog shall be maintained securely on the property of its owner. Ropes, chains, and the like shall not constitute adequate security under this chapter. PROPOSED: Sec. 5-4. Definitions. Restraint means the state of a dog if it is controlled by means of an attended leash, or is on or within a vehicle being driven or parked, or is within a secure enclosure. Exceptions to restraint are as follows: Organized and lawful dog functions; e.g., dog exercise within designated areas of public parks, hunting, obedience training, field and water training, law enforcement training and/or in the pursuit of working or competing in those legal endeavors. A dog shall be maintained securely on the property of its owner. Ropes, chains and the like are prohibited for any purpose under this Chapter. ACS received a customer complaint regarding wording of the tethering ordinance. Staff met with the ACS Advisory Committee and the individual to review potential changes to the law. The committee suggested the proposed changes based on recommendation of Kemp Burpeau, Deputy County Attorney. The changes reflected should eliminate any uncertainty in understanding the intent of the law. The committee felt that the ordinance should be maintained and revised for better clarity. They believe that New Hanover County should keep this law in place for the continued protection of the dogs in our jurisdiction. The proposed method of tie out was not deemed acceptable by the group. It also would lend itself to citizen misunderstanding and abuse of the intended protection measures against tethering. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: To accept and approve the revisions to the New Hanover County Code, Section 5-4 Definitions: Animals and Fowl. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: 31 ATTACHMENTS: REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES: COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Conduct public hearing and consider revisions. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 4-1, Greer opposing. Since the vote was not unanimous, a second reading will be required. 32 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 4 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Environmental Management Presenter: John Hubbard Contact: John Hubbard SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider a Resolution to Approve Landfill Vertical/Horizontal Expansion BRIEF SUMMARY: Staff is proposing a modification to existing landfill Cells 2 through 6. The current permit limits elevation of those cells to 100 feet. The vertical expansion would extend the elevation to 170 feet. Because this increase in capacity exceeds 10% of the existing permitted capacity, a permit modification must be submitted. Part of this request includes horizontal expansion to an area north of the current operating cell, which will be referred to as Cell 6E. In addition to review and approval by the Board, we are required to hold at least one public hearing. A copy of the resolution from this hearing will be included in the site study that will be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Since the vertical expansion is placed on existing cells, there will be no up-front construction costs. This vertical expansion is estimated to add three to four years of life to the already-permitted portion of the landfill. Funding for construction of Cell 6E will be requested in the future as the space is needed. Funding for closure construction on the existing cells, once the new elevation is achieved, will also be requested in the future. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Staff recommends that the Board conduct the public hearing, review the information, and adopt the attached resolution to move forward with this expansion. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: No funding is requested at this time. ATTACHMENTS: ~ resolution. vertica!e:xpansion .doc REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A 33 COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Conduct public hearing. Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: No one signed up to speak at the public hearing. Approved 5-0. 34 RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY WHEREAS, New Hanover County owns and operates a secure landfill located in the northwest section of the county; AND WHEREAS, the life of the existing landfill depends on measures to either limit the amount of waste deposited or expand its capacity; AND WHEREAS, expansion of the current landfill capacity can be achieved by extending the height ofthe permitted area and horizontally expanding into an area north of the current operating cell, referred to as Cell 6E; AND WHEREAS, the current permitted Cells 2 through 6 are limited to a 100-foot elevation; AND WHEREAS, by expanding the permitted height of Cells 2 through 6 to elevation170 feet and horizontally expanding to Cell 6E would add significant capacity to the landfill; AND WHEREAS, this expansion requires a permit modification because it is 10% greater than the existing permitted capacity; AND WHEREAS, North Carolina Solid Waste Management Rules, 15A NCAC 13B.1618 requires approval by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners for this permit modification; AND WHEREAS, North Carolina Solid Waste Management Rules, l5A NCAC 13B.1618 also requires at least one public meeting to inform the community of the proposed waste management activities prior to approval of a permit modification; AND WHEREAS, a required legal advertisement and public notice have been issued to inform the public that the March 12, 2007, Board of Commissioners meeting will satisfy the requirement for a public meeting to present the proposal for a vertical and horizontal expansion of New Hanover County's Secure Landfill; AND WHEREAS, no new construction nor initial funding is necessary for the vertical expansion of Cells 2 through 6; I 35 AND WHEREAS, a construction permit and funding for Cell 6E will occur as the space is needed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of New Hanover County that approval for a vertical expansion of Cells 2 through 6 from elevation 100 feet to elevation 170 feet is granted. Additionally, approval for horizontal expansion to Cell 6E is also granted. This the 12th day of March, 2007 NEW HANOVER COUNTY William A. Caster, Chairman Board of County Commissioners ATTEST: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board 36 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 5 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: County Manager Presenter: Neal Lewis Contact: Neal Lewis SUBJECT: Consideration of Interlocal Agreement with the City of Wilmington for the Development of the Olsen Farm Park BRIEF SUMMARY: One of the Joint City/County projects identified in the 2006 Parks Bond Referendum is a proposed softball/baseball complex. City and County staff have identified a suitable location and are completing the negotiation of terms on behalf of the governmental entities. Staff now brings the attached interlocal agreement to the elected bodies for consideration. The agreement details the terms that have been negotiated and sets forth the responsibilities of the City and the County to develop and maintain the complex, to be named the Olsen Farm Park. The draft Interlocal Agreement will be given to you by the Thursday staff meeting. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Consider approval of the interlocal agreement. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: FINANCE: BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES: COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 37 This page intentionally left blank. 38 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 6 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Governing Body Presenter: Chairman Caster Contact: Sheila Schult Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Committee Appointments BRIEF SUMMARY: Appointments are needed for the following: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control Financing Authority Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Make appointments. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: Committee Information and Applications ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Make appointments. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: The following appointments were made: Cape Fear Public Utility Authority: Vice-Chairman Greer appointed as County Commissioner Representative; Three at large members appointed: John R. Andrew, Kathryn L. Johnston, Burrows G. Smith Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control Financing Authority: Thomas L. Dodson and R. Hill Rogers reappointed; Brian McCormack appointed Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee: Mary Ann Lewis reappointed 39 This page intentionally left blank. 40 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS CAPE FEAR PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY The Water Sewer Advisory Committee is recommending that appointments be made to the authority. Membership should consist of the following: 3 at large members chosen by the Commissioners 1 County Commissioner 3 at-large members chosen by City Council 1 City Councilman 1 member jointly appointed by both boards Terms: Initial members shall have terms expiring three years, two years, and one year respectively. After initial term, each member shall be appointed for a three-year term. APPLICANTS: John R. Andrew, PE - current member of Water Sewer Advisory Committee Brian Berger Richard C. Buggein John Hinnant, III Matt Hunter - current member of Water Sewer Advisory Committee Kathryn L. Johnston - current member of Water Sewer Advisory Committee Hugh O. Stewart Burrows G. Smith Attachments: Applications 41 JUN-22-2005 12:19 From:RNDREW CONS ENGINEER 9102025558 To:910 798 7145 P.1/1 ~.:. ; . - - . U New Hanover County Board of Commissioners COMMITTEE APPLICA nON 320 Cbcs.tn.ut 51rcct. Room 305 W,lmmllO', NC 2~401-4093 Tol'phon,:(910) 791.7149 ~ p~ tJ.D.J:j ~ F.x: 798.7145 C-~ Board/Committee: New Hanover County/City Water/Sewer Authority-{~W\.~ Name: John R. Andrew, P.E. Home Addr~s: 5910 Cedar Landing Road Wilmington, NC 28409 ---- (Str.ot) ICilY) (Zip Codo. Mailing Address ifditTerent: 3175 Wrightsville Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403 Home Phone: (910) 392-7111 Business/Work Phone: (910) 202-5555 Years Living in Racc: Caucasion New Hanover County: 38 Male: Female: Age: 64 - - (lnfermptiop fOT the purpolt' of uuuring. tross Hction or the community) E I Andrew Consulting Engineers, P.C. mp oyer: (A penon ("urunU)' emploYf'd b~ thr agene,' 8T dcpntmcnt for whicb th;s appli.caHon is made, must resign his/her position with New H ano\'cr C OUDI)' upon .ppolntment. In an:ordantt' with Article VI, SCc:tiGD 4 of the- NC'W n.nov['r County PenGnncl Policy.) Job Title: Professional Engineer Professional Activities: Fellow, Prof. Eng. N.C. ; Past Charmain N.C. Building Code Council Volunteer Activiti~: Layreader, St. John's Episcopal; Chamber of Commerce (Past President) Wb d . h t th" b d/ .tt? My knowledge of design and operations of water anei y 0 you WIS 0 serve on IS oar eomnu ee. sanitary sewer systems would be helpful, including knowledge of the local area. Conflle! or Inl.r..t f. bowd member believes hfl/3he has 8 conffict or polen/isl cDnffict of interest on a particlIlar fssue. thai membsr should stale rhis befiefto lhe other tnembers of hi! I he, ",sped",. board during. public me.tlng. The member should s/ete the nsture of the conflict, de-Isiling that hc/she has IJ sepe,elo. pr,lIate or monetary interest, .,./tte, direct or indi,ect, jll Ihe iuue untl.r cotlsia.rIHiofl. ihQ memb.r ,hould rhlm t;.ll:CUS. himself I herself trom votil1g on the ms fle, \ What areas of colltern would you like to see addressed by this committee? Insure operations are professionally run and economically managed. Q l"n ti f "Past town engineer for Wallace, Beaufort, Fairmont; designed municipal ua I Ica ons or servlDg: water' sanitary sewer systems Other municipal or county boards/committees on which you are serving: Lower Cape Fear Water/Sewer (Past Member) ; NBC Ground Water Committee; Housing Authority (Past Member) List three local personal references and phone numbers: 1. Parks Griffin (910) 763-7191 2. Lewis T. Nunnelee, II (910) 799-3011 JUN 22 2006 3. Al Butler, II (910) 762-1908 Date: June 22, 2006 Signature: ~~ ::2-/ ~~/O llic Te'r'crn sidC'. for addilional com mcn ts 42 [E tG IE ~ ~ [E New Hanover County ~ ,,<om..' c...., D,'" Board of Commissioners COMMITTEE ltAi~N2 u' 75 2007 . . gton, NC 28403 pone: (910) 798.7149 ax: (910) 798-7145 Board/Committee: Cape Fear Public Utility Authori ty " Name: Brian Berger SD or COMMISSIONERS Home Address: 527 Commons Way Wilmington 28409 (Street) (City) (Zip Code) Mailing Address if different: E-Mail Address: brianberger56@yahoo.com Home Phone: 431-3115 Fax: Cell: Business: Years Living in 4 Age: 30 New Hanover County: Male: '" Female: _ Race: (Inform atiou for tbe purpose of assuring a cross section of tbe community) Employer: SAR, Inc. (Consulting) (A persGD currently employed by the agency -or department for which tbis applieation i~ made, must resign his/her position with New Hanover C DUUty opo>> appointment, in accordance with Article VI, Section 4 of the New Hanover County Personnel Policy..) o f Public Relations, Marketing, Public Policy and Business Management ccupa IOn: Professional Activities: PR Society of America, American Marketing Association f Volunteer Activities: special olympics, firefighting/ems Why do you wish to serve ou this board/committee? see attachment Conflict of Int.rest: H a board member believBs he J she has a conflict or potential conflict of interest on a particular issue, that member should state this beJiefto the other members of his I her respective board during a public meeting. The member should state the flature of the conflict, detailing that he/she has a separate, private or monetary interest, either direct or indirect, in the issue under consideration. The member should then excuse himself I herself from voting on the matter. What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee? see a ttachmen t Q""a!i!kathms fer serving: Expertise in public policy and communicating programs and goals to the p!.Jblic ~ SOUl"'.d judgement to facilitate long-range planning and generate buy-in from n 1- Otherrrn~_n;(";pgl (W t~..HInt:' hf)~r(h:/~~(H'nrnH1~e~< f:~n ,-vhh3r Y(~H f~T~ ~~~"""il[tg~ fa ~-i~~ fh-y,n,a tf)o,-~");f -n~Yj[c-~~"l'~ ~.::l..fo.~-'~:lf;"r-a~' -")!-n...i ~hf"l;~G n"!'~T!r'Ih~~f'~ ~-_.- --~~ -- -~. --- r--" ";-~-~~ ~ -- ~--;.. '-~~---_.. ""--~....;.. r':':"-.-~-- -~-;..;"~'-. ~- ... 1. A/J 6 .-?-'//'tt::. 6~b - 77"k1 ., ~'f ~~;/ 2u() ~ 6 ~rt'Y 3. ~ &h.....-L~ ") '1 '1-5 (6-Y Date: S -1-- ~c.tl7 Si~nature: /-- ~ Applicaiiviis an, kepi vii fik fUi" 18 mvnt.h1i J1Si; n::;,' i;rn iii(U,~ {Ol iiuditiOniil i;viii meDilS 43 The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is poised to playa major role in facilitating growth within New Hanover County and the Cape Fear region, and determining how this growth will be funded. New infrastructure is needed to make some undeveloped or under-developed tracts more attractive for development, while much of the existing infrastructure is in need of repair or replacement. Downtown Wilmington is served by aging pipes, some dating back almost a century, and in Downtown and throughout New Hanover County, capacity demand has exceeded the infrastructure's ability to meet this demand. The result has been occasional ruptures and leakages that have polluted sensitive waterways and damaged the area's quality of life and reputation. It has been said many times "the fix" will not be cheap. Every homeowner and renter in New Hanover County is looking at rising water and sewer rates, yet many of these residents are on fixed incomes and very limited incomes. Those struggling to stay in New Hanover County will be further taxed by the increased rates the Utility Authority is certain to enact to pay for an estimated $400+ million in looming expenses. The general public and New Hanover County taxpayers should be represented on the Public Utility Authority that will determine the rates citizens are charged for utility usage. As an initial member of the Authority Board, I would emphasize developing from its inception a philosophy that treats citizens as "valued customers." This is a particularly important with an Authority removed from the election process and direct citizen control. Equally important is the development of transparent operations and a commitment to active outreach and information sharing. My experience and aptitude in public relations and communications will be beneficial in establishing the Authority as a credible organization. a be'Be<'" 44 Mar-01-07 11:06A BUGGELN 8604301018 P.02 New H~LR()ver Cuunty .' 'i U Ci"":C~IIIl)'L'II\ r:l'lll1.:1 DlJ\"!,: Board of Commissioners COMMITTEI'; APPLlCATJON ~II he I',' ~ V.:i1millgloll. ,..( 2~411:, 1'(";I('rhQI\c: (c) Itl) 7l')Jj~71..:t!J r:nx: {')'O, "/')1'-'7\.., Bonrd/(: ntn lIlil let': Cape Fear Public Utility Authority . ... .- .-., .~ N:lllle: Richard C. Iluggeln ---.- ....-..--. - -~.- Home Add,'ess: 1719 Verrazzano Drive Wilmington 28405-4227 - ..-.....---- ..... l:srn'l'rl (City) 1/,11; ('(Ide) M311111f~ Address if differenl: ..... .-- E.Mail Add"ess: rcbuggeln~ec,rr,com ~ u ~.:J':=r_'l.L o. .. ..M. --- Home Phone: 509-1792 Fax: 509-1792 Cl'II: 232-0710 Business: .232 ~"I~ -_. _.- V earl 1,ivin~ i~ :3 Cau~.:.~.~.'::'_____ Age: ~ ___ New H:movl'I' ("oullty: Mole: ./ Female: RlII'C: - -~_._. -_.- -- 111,h~rflt Illiull fur' Itll' ffUl')II"1: Ill' ~tn1l1'i"1!; II r rille:\: 'U'C"li.HI fll rlh. ~'UlII'\'\4I1i'.r) E",pluyer: Self-employed subcontractor to Northrop Grumman Corporation f ^ prr""l\ ("It '.'.1111.... nn"lu,HlI b.'t' fh... nl; "II\.~' v r dl"I'~rlltH.ftl rur nhidl IlIiJ 1l",lIiCoOIl;Ull il mudc. mUl't rl"jI;i~n his/h"I' t1tl.u,lhll ~ I,h N ,.'ft H.'1C1\1cr t'VUII'~ Uf"'" 1lIIIIointnH'lu. it! )1 rrnrd.lnt't' ",ith .\f ,ira,. V I. Scr ,if.1I oJ. nr 'he- Nt\\' Ii ~'H.",'r <: VHtlt." t't'"unm:l 't-ulic:,..) Occuplltion: Research Engineer ---. rrofts~iunlll Activities: Member of ASHE & AlAA - professional engineero.ng soc::~et~es -- _.n.. ..-.. Volulltecr Activllics: President-Hobby Greenhouse Club; Master Gardener Program .....--- .....--. Why do YOIl wish Ifl serve 011 Ihis hOI\rdll~ommill("'? I feel that with my background in fluid dynan\ics & ... . .__.. .---.. computer (IT) and organi~ational skills that I would be able to contribute to the board. .... - .... . COI1(f1e.f G(tnttrnr. fa funucJ mf!mb~r I.Jltilero'f!':; tie I ~h~ h:u " conlllet or porenlrJ/ crmJlrr.t flf ,n.'nrn"~1 tI/'l .a Nrr'CI,f(i( l,s$.(,/t-. 111~1 NlC-'r,ut"f ).;Iuuld :;'.'1: Ou: beJj~, Ie Ih~ other molll"llb~rs of 111,/11., "':~P~tltilll: U<.Io:trrJ cJJ.:J inti i:l pt;uf~c 'n eo~'inp Th~ me-mber ::noulO ::r."C! !fit: n,"uf't" nt ,onll ~()""'Jr" Clel~ilil1D Mat 11t'/.::.f.'C' Jld ~ a s~f.Jaltdt' ptj"",~ er MOrfe-t.ary JM'lrflst. f1irl'tt?r rj;(f)tl Vf j:'V'ff:<l,;!. ii' rlje' !O~'''It' ..Jt.'tJt'.' r;;)/.':;Ic!er:3!IOrJ T!Ir: :!! ember ::"ou1rllhefl' r:Xr:IJ!,r, /llm,HIIII "&of$,,/I tr'"1l "O/',.'!) 1.1/1 flIt" ml:ttrt"f Wllal arClIs of \,oncc.rn would you like to see adlh'essed by this cORlmittee'! (1) Improving the rel iabili ty of -.-- the sewer system, (2) Planning for future growth '13) getting value for $ for the taxpayer ---_.. . .--. -- _. --~..- Qualilkntiolls j'nr ..ervilllo\: 1 alii an angineer with a graduate degree and 40 years of ex.perienee .. ....-.. -.... -.--...- in research in fluid flow. I have numerous publications in technical journals ._- . .. ._._n' _.. . - ._.~ Other mlllli<'il'lIl 1"- l'uuDly bO:lrds/committees on which you ~re se"'ing: ~~_':~ ....- --_. .....~..._~_.~ ._... .... --... List three lfl~1l1 )"lC'-HmllJ rcfcrcnce.s and phone numbel'S: 1. Matthew Hunter - 232-0304 ....- ._-- -_.. ...- . ... 2, Joan Boyer - 798-2122 ... ----.. ~... . ...-.-.-.. --- J. Edward P_O~~.:--=--799-4410_____._.. .-----.-.--.....-- ..... - DlHe: February :28, 2007 SigulIlure: _~ t. B _. _. ..-.----- ,'\pfllicOIhlllJl'i lire k~JIt UfI flit 1'11' 1ft nwulh" 45 19103130319 BULLARD SHACKE~FORD PAGE 02 03/01/2007 17:34 .-- - - New Hanover County 230 Government Cc1ller Oriy'e Board of Commissioners COMMJlTEE APPLICATION Su.te J 7~ -= WO"'inglon,t-IC 28AO.l l<i.phone, (910) 798.7)49 Fox, (910) ?98.71A5 Board/Commhtee: Cape r.ar Public UtiH.ty Authority Name: John Hinnant, III Home Address: 219 North 23rd Street WilJDingt:on 28405 (Street) (City) (Zip (~od.) Mailing Alldl'cs! it'dlfferent: '-', E-Mail Add~lS: john013g@bel18out:h.nat Home Phon,; 910-763-3896 Fax; 910-313-0319 Cell; 910-313-0333 8us;n~$S: 910-313-0333 Year 8 LiviJlg in 36 New H.anover COllftty: Male: " .female: Race: CaUcalli.on Age: 36 - -- (Jnfo,.,.lIIU.1l fOf lh~ pu.rpou' or .~"u.rln~ _ crot! a.c:li.n o( I_r ,....,UtlUy) Employer: Bullard . Shackelford RitaJ. Elrt.ate Appraisal S4Jrviees (A ptr..., tUrrenlly ..pl.yed by 11.0 ""oney 0.. dop.rl"o.. r.r "'''ie'' Ibl. .ppliullon I. ........ ..... rr..I~11 bisllt.. pollb.. .'Ib N.... 1Ilnovo. C OUOly apOh .PPoln'.e"t, In &tterd.nl't ",Ub Ar'dc~ VJ, Sec:li.n' .( the Ne..lJ..noY~r C .....t,. Pe,,,onMI relky.) Occupation: Real Estate Appraiser Pl'Ofessianal Activities: Wilm. :Regional Assoc. of ReAlt:or8 - ApprAisal Counc~1 Volunt~r Activities: W.ilmington Downtown, rnc, Youth Soccer Coach - Cape Fear Soccer Assoc. Why do Yllll ",i!h to senre an this board/committee'! '1'0 assist. in the public outr.ach and educa.tion of rolea/ZOWlsponlil:i,]:)il.i.ties o~ the Aut:hority lUld fut.ure d8ve1opmant: rules. CQltfJfct of hlt.,...t" ,,, bDart1 membDr DeJI9V'$ he I r.h~ h.S" e ~',"'''ct 01' POtJIMtioJ r:onff'C! or., ferHt OJ; EiI p8rli:;Uler '~!lue, thot rnombe, ,houlrs ~~.,,, tills belle' rO ft. orner /rIQmb&r= at "'$III"r I'etlp.crIVi; board (JurIng EiI DUbUc m "fing. The mCmbff .tlroult1 0/". tlte ,,,ulIre Orrn& canf/Jet, otlfa",ng that ".18h1~ hat D l:Ocperere, prl'fllm or 'DOne-lary Inl.reat, elM., t1Jf.r:t or Indirect, ;f! IPi. IUIJ6 U/lder C'OftS/IJ9f1'ioll. 1'1t$ member !:/Iofl#(J than e ~1I$9 hlma elf / hflt"SfJl1 from t/otJPg on Me> mill rt.er. What areas of concem "ould you like to see ...ddressed by this conunlttce? More proacU va collaboration "i th developers. -- QuaUftcatiOD! for se.....mg: Frequ.ncy of working wi t.h developolll:t:'s and .in eatabl.i.shed n..1.ghborhoocis. tJnderliltand.ing cost. va. value. Other municipal or county board,/committees 01\ which you are seJ"'lng: Parking Advisory Commi.ssion(OS/2001- 01/2006) Wi.lmington Downtown, rnc 12000-p:t:'esant) I WRAR Appraisal Council (Vice Chairl. Li,t three local penonal reference! and pho,," numbers: l.. Don .Ilri t:t. I a ttorneyl - 762-2697 2. Lawr.noe Craig - 915-0085 3. ~ura Padq.tt (w.i.lm.ing-ton City Council) - 341-7815 -~y~ Dlde: Mareh 2. 2007 Signature: ~.~-~c. ~._' .....(. -: h Appll('jl1Dna an krpl 0" flk for 18 .o.nlh, /// l'sr r~Vl!'rw.t ,jdt for a.ddhioAal Cft..".~nts 46 03/01/2007 17:34 19103130319 BULLARD SHACKELFORD PAGE 03 Qualifications John Hinnant 219 North 23m Street Wilmington, NC 28405 Phone: (910) 619-3430 Email: johnOI39@bellsouth.net LICENSES N.C. Certified Residential Appraiser #A6167 N.C. Real Estate Broker #233411 EDUCATION 2005 G-3, Applied Income Property Valuation, West Appraisal Schools, Zebulon, NC 2005 G-2, Applied Income Capitalization Procedures, West Appraisal Schools 2005 G-l, Introduction to Income Producing Property, CFCC, Wilmington, NC 2004 North Carolina Real Estate Broker Licensing Course, the Market Place Academy, Wilmington. NC 2004 North Carolina Real Estate Fundamentals Course, the Market Place Real Estate Academy 2003 15 Hour USP AP Course, Realetech. com, Wilmington, NC 2003 R-3, Applied Residential Property Valuation, Realetech.com 2003 R-2, Valuation Principles and Procedures, Realetech.com 2003 R-l, Introduction to Real Estate Appraisal, Realetech.com 1993 Bachelor of Science, History, Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk, NC 1992 Associate of Science, Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk, NC MEMBERSHIPS 2004-07 Wilmington Regional Association of REALTORS 2004-05 Appraisal Institute - Associate Member WORK EXPERIENCE 2006- Independent Contractor - Certified Residential Appraiser Present Bullard & Shackelford Real Estate Appraisers Wilmington, NC 2004- Trainee Real Estate Appraiser, Bullard & Shackelford Real Estate Appraisers 2006 Wilmington, North Carolina 1998 - Owner/Operator, Underground Sandwich Shoppe 2005 Wilmington, NC 47 ~[u: [E ~ ~ (~ ~ New Hanover County r:, Board of Commissioners CO~TTEEAPPUCATION 320 Chestnut Stree~ Room 305 JUL 3 1 Wilmingron, NC 28401-4093 Telephone: (910)798.7149 p~ ~ Fax: 798.7145 ~ ~ . l.l:ti1.d.z;' NEW \WIOVER CO Board/Committee: Water/Sewer Advisory Committee_ ~ BD or C0MWSSIONfRS Name: Matt Hunter Home Wilmington NC 28412 Address: 4501 W. Cascade Rd. (Street) (City) (Zip Code) Mailing Address if different: N/A Home Phone: 910-392-1803 BusinessIWork Phone: 910-232-0304 Years Living in 23 Caucasion 51 New Hanover County: Male: .,. Female: Race: Age: - - (1lIformatioD for the p.rpon ofassuriala crolS section oftbe community) Employer: Advanced Investment Resources, LLC (A person currently employed by tbe agency or department for which this application is made, must resign his/her position with New Hano",erCounty upon appointmeDt, in aceordance with Article VI, Sec::tion 4 of the New Hanover COUDty PenOllDe] Polky.) Job Title: Manager-Member Professiooal Activities: Manage family residential rental business. Volunteer Activities: President - Tidewater Camellia Club Why do you wish to serve ou this board/committee? Primarily civic duty. My background fits this board and the county's need is very great concerning current sewer problems. Coni/itt of Int.,,,.t: I a board member believ&s he / she has a conflict or potential conflict of intersst on a particular Issue, that member should state this belief to the other members of his I her respective board during a public meeting. The member should state the nature of the conflict, detailing that he/she has a separate, private Of monetary interest, either direct or indirect, in the issue under consideration. The member should then excuse himself I herS&1f from voting on the matter. What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee? The new authority must be effective at both technical and customer service functions in our rapid-growth county. Q l'fi t' ~ . as Engineering (1983) , UNCW MBA (1989) , several years engineering ua I lca Ions or serving: cognizance over many systems at BNP including Potable Water & onsite Sewage Treatment. Other municipal or county boards/committees on which you are serving: NONE List three local personal references and pbone numbers: 1. Dan Dawson (Engineering/Consulting) 762-0766 2. Huqh Stewart (Engineer/Business Entrepreneur) 367-0816 3. Joan Boyer (TeaCher/Gardener) 798-2122 Date: 7hCJ~b Signature: ~~ - Applk.tioDs are kept on file for 18 months :::J., / ::L8/o 7 Un reverse side for additional commellts ~;f:!-~ 48 Ma r. 1 2007 12:39PM Am e r I car Property Experts No. 0172 p, 1 New Hanover County 230 Government C$nter Dri",o Board of Commissioners COMMITTEE APPLICATION Sui,. 17' WHm'i\8'.Il, NC 2&4~3 :) .oloph...e: (910) 79&.7149 Fa~: (910) 79&-11H Board/Committee: Cape Fea.r Utilities Authority - CC~ ~ NlIme: Kathryn I., Johnston Home Addl'ess; 3530 Aster Court Wilmington, NC 28409 (SI'.OI) (Clry) (Zip Codo) MlIiling Address if different: E-M ail Address: ka thryn~am8ric;limpropert:yexperts ,com Home Phone: 313-0006 Fax: Cell: 193-1460 Business: 793-1460 Years Lilling in Male: ~ Female: ./ Race: Caucasian Age; .37 Ne\\' HlIlIOver County: 11 years (IDfot'me.li.on Cor tbe pllrpOBt or laau.Ti"~ I croll section oflbe CQlI1munJty) Employer; Amerio~n Property Experts (A pUllan cut'rentl)' t:mp~oYtd by rhe .renc)' ar dcplrlmeftt rorwhidllf:bh .ppUnliQllla .at.adr>, must reelen hil/bet po,aian. w~rh New Haa,ovtr County up.n app.l. 1m'" I, in ....rdue. with Arl.el. vr. S.etl.. 4 .llbe New H.nover C....I)' P......D.lP.lley.) Occupation: CFO Professionsl Activities: see a.ttached resume Volunteer Activities: see attached resume Why do YOll wish to serve on this board/committee? To help ensure stable infrast.uoture for a healthy environment in the most efficient and effective way for our continued growth , viability conm" of ""ore.' , 0 boora member boli.ve. heJ she h.. 0 eonlUel.r pOlonllol condlctol int....1 on. pOt/leUlof lotUS. tIl.l momber should 5'.'. Ihis bolloll. "'0 olhor msm D6rn of his I her lelpeclivs Dosra dunng 8 PUIJJlc m octins. The memb el Bl10uld ilate tile nslur~ of fh8 'ollflicl, del.silltlg Ihlill'Je/BIIS IUIS s separale. ",riV?Jle or moneraty lnI9r&,S1. elllJef dJreot or ;ndilec:l/ ill th6 ISSlJE under conJ'derstlon. The member $ho/Jld "'en 8XCUB& hlm$slf / l1efnlf from Y~(in9 €l11 fbs metier. What arefts of cOllcern would you like to see addressed by this committee? Balancing the eoonom.ic benefits of growth with tbe infrastructure needs and essential protection of our environment Qualifications for semnl:": Seven years budgeting offioe with the COW; Masters degree i-n Public Administration; serving on the initial water/sewer advisory committee Other municipal or county boards/committees on which YOll are serving; None List three local personal references llnd phone numbel's: 1. Bill Caster 452-1282 2. Jason Thompson 793-1460 3, Susi Date: 1 NEW HANOVER CO BD or COMMISSIONERS 49 Ma r, 1.200712:39PM Am e r i can Pro per t y Ex pert s No, 0172 p 2 KATHRYN l. JOHNSTON 3530 Aster Court + Wilmington, NC 28409 Phone: 910-313-0006, E~mail: mjandkj@bellsouth.net EDUCATION/TRAINING Master of Public Administration North Carolina State University, 1996 GPA: 3.80 on 4.0 scale Bachelor of Arts University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 1992 GP A: 3.76 on 4.0 scale, Double Majors: Economics and Political'Science Certifications Strategic Visioning The Grove Consultants International, San Francisco, California, 2004 Municipal Administration Program graduate Institute of Government, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 2004 LeamingConnect Research Training ARHAt Ltd, Raleigh, North Carolina, 2004 Pelfonnance Measurement for Government, Certificate of Completion Advanced Learning Institute, Chicago, illinois, 2003 Advanced Govemmental Budgeting, Certificate of Professional Development Government Finance Officers Association, 2000 Budgeting and Financial Planning, Certificate of Completion Institute of Government, Chapel Hill; North Carolina, 1999 WORK HISTORY Finance Director, Diversified Biomass Company, 2005 - current . Responsible for all financial aspects of multi-million dollar private company including, budgeting, payroll, benefits, AiR, AlP, financing, financial reporting, and strategic planning. Also responsible for all human resources and general management. Kids Voting New Hanover County. North Carolina, 2004 - current . Executive Director oflocal nonprofit. nonplUtisan organization dedicated to fostering an infOlmed, plUticipating electorate by educating and actively engaging students and their families in voting and other elements of effective civic engagement. . Successfully initiated the program in conjunction with the New Hanover County Schools and the New Hanover County Board of Election; implemented Kids Voting polls at every precinct in the county in 2004 and 2006; and coordinated over 200 volunteers and all fundraising efforts, Adjunct Professor, UNCW, 2005-2006 . Teaching the graduate level Public Budgeting class for the Masters of Public Administration degree, 2005. . Teaching budgeting session in the UNCW Public Administration Academy, 2005 and 2006. Fountainworks, Inc., 2004 - 2005 . Consulting services to governmental and nonprofit organizations in the areas of public policy and management consulting, visioning, strategic planning, budgeting and financial planning. 50 Ma r, 1. 2007 12:40PM American Property Experts No,0172 P. 3 Budget Office, City of Wilmington, North Carolina, 1997 - November 2004 . Management and development of $115 million annual operating budget and $140 million five-year capital projects budget. . Promoted three times throughout the organization in budgeting during seven years of services. Includes service as Budget Analyst, Budget Manager, Budget Director, and two years as Department Director for Management'Services managing 19 full time employees in the divisions of Budget, Information Technology, and Audit & Evaluation. . Responsibilities included revenue estimating, capital project plarming, leading budget process improvements, oversight of non-city agency funding, developing and implementing policy and procedure changes, coordinating the budget process, providing and presenting funding recommendations to the City Manager and City Council at Council budget hearing, worksessions, and retreats. . Served as city-wide Strategic Planning Coordinator and trainer of departmental busines planning including the development of goals, objectives, and perfonnance measures. . Served as Council Agenda Coordinator for City Council meetings and for developmg and implementing process improvements in the agenda pl'eparation process. . Coordinated the annual benchmarking process with the Institute of Govemment and serving on the state-wide Benchmarking Steering Committee. . Additional responsibilities included serving as the City's committee leader of the county- wide Joint Information Center during emergency situations, serving on the Peer Panel Review Board, and serving as the City's United Way Coordinator, Loaned Executive, and Allocations Cabinet representative. Prior Work Experience 1992 - 1997 . Manage.r oflocal engineering company. . Budget and Research Assistant for the NC Forum for Research and Economic Education (NCFREE). . Internships in the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce and the Guilford County District Attorney's office. LEARDERSHIP fACTIVITIES Campaign Treasurer for multiple political candidates, 2005-current V olunteer for Wilmington Downtown Inc. 2004-current NC Local Govemment Budget Association member, 1997 - 2005 NC Local Government Budget Association Board of Directors, 2001 - 2003 Government Finance Officers Association member, 1998 - 2005 American Society of Public Administrators member, 2003 - 2005 State Public Affairs Committee member, 2001 - 2004 State Public Affairs Committee Board of Directors 2003 - 2004 Legislative Affairs and Public Policy Chair, 2002 - 2003 Junior League of Wilmington, 1997 - 2004 Junior League of Wilmington Board of Directors 2002 - 2003 DREAMS Board of Directors 1998 - 2001; Treasurer 2000 -2001 Graduate Association of Public Administration, 1995 - 1996 National Service Sorority, 1989-92; Board of Directors Treasurer 1991 - 1992 I"(~ 51 Mar. 1, 2007 12:40PM Amer i can Property Experts No,0172 p, 4 AWARDS/ACHIEVEMENTS "Women of the Year" award winner, YWCA Community Achievement Award, 2003 Recognized by Greater Wilmington Business as one of the five women in the area in the "Rising Star" category of the "Women in High Places" special publication 2002. Pi Alpha Alpha, MP A Honor Society, 1996 Presidential Management Internship graduate program nominee, 1996 Legal Research Award, NCPT, 1992 Omicron Delta Epsilon, Bcon. Honor Society, 1992 Pi Sigma Alpha, Pol. Sci. Honor Society, 1992 Golden Chain Honor Society, 1991-1992 University Faculty Scholarship, 1991-1992 University Marshall, 1990-1992 Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society, 1988-1992 -.- , l<~ 52 New Hanover County 231) Govcrluncnl Center Drivl! Board or Commissioners COMMITTEE APPLICATION Suite 17S Wilmingtoll. Nt: 2S403 Telepllone: (910) 798.7149 F.-x' (Q1n) 7Q~.7'A50 BoArd/Committee: Cape Fear Publie Uti~it:y Authorit:y Name: Hugh o. Stewart Home Add~s: 4312 Wynfield Drive Wilmington 28405 (Strcd) (CIly) (Zip CDdtJ MRiling Address if different: E-Mail Address: hU9hstewart305@aol.oom Home Phone: 910-784-9770 Fax: 775-254-8585 Cell: 910-762-3888 8usiness: 9l0-762-3BBR Years Living in New Hanover County: 6 Male: _!..... Female:_ RA~~: African American Age: 26 (lnCormati.n for rhe 'Purpou: ofu.l:llrinc: R croJf: nction nfrhr: c.Wlmun"~) Employer: Carolina Private Capital Group, I.LC (At. pe:r!llon cu.rrently eMpIOyerl"", rtu: a1!~nr:Y or dto,.artment fnr wid,." fhi" n,.rJi('ln~on It m.ctt.. "'uat u.is::" hlo/h-l'~ pO'W.ft witk Nc_ IJ '.......C'r (:"""1)' upnn _"plIl"flMtft1t in eCtbrllanl:f w'fh Arrit:lt VI. Scctinb.4 "r ttJc New "...'\o'er CDunry Pr1"'DI'MlI'Olicy.) o f Business Owner cCUpa Ion: Professional Activities: Coastal Entrepreneurial Development Council, Strategic Coach V ohmtter Activities: US Air Force Auxi.liary ICaptain) , CC Real Esta~e Investors Assoc~ation Why do YIIU wish to senoe 011 this hoard/eommittee? My sk;i.ll, trainin91 ana experience allows me to be able to intelligently deeiphBr large amounts of diverse' cOlllPlex info.2:mation. Conflict Dr IrItttest If il:I bQareJ memOe! beu.ve~ he I ~h~ 1'Ias R c:o"rNcr or OOlentiaf tcmflfct 01 "'1"reSI on 8 pafUCiJ'ar jsr;:uc, n.;r memDer snoult1 ,.tale 'hi: belief'" me oUter mem bt'...~ 01 hit / he, re:;pt:~tJv9 f)aarC r1urln~ a pflbHc meeting. TIr@ member slJoultJ st:",;, rhfit narUrfj or 'fie conrlict, d!taI1;np /ha, h~/s"~ ties e .a epefet!, pri~tc: or mQm3tar)' 'me-rUt, cirtJr:r'direct or Indlr9r:t, 'n Ute Issue uftdcr con$lder&tfon. The member enouJd Chen 9XCU3@ IIIme!1f I h!t'j~"from voting on r~ mettel. What llrCllS ofeoneern would you like to see addressed by this committee? Responsibly administ.er the . ccn$O~idation or servi~Q$ in New Hanover County Q"'.lifi....tinn.. fnr ~..""ng: Network Mgr for tlMiami IT 97-01, Board Member cn Real Estate Invest.ors Aasoc~ation 02-06, MS ~n Mecbanica~ Engineering, Real Est.ate investor, Busi.ness owner. Other municipal or county bOllrds/committees on which you lire serving: N/A -- List three local personal references and phone numbe": 1. Matt Hunter - Fellow REIA member and Investor - 910-232-0304 Z. Jim Eowell - Small Business , Te~hnology Deve~opment. Center - 910-962-3744 3.Bi~1 Cl~nQ - TQ~~~a~ P~oject Mana9or, Globc.l Date: li'ehruary 28, 20 . - ~,.....".-;" ~"" ~'~~~B ~:7 ~ ~ side for .ddirinnAI com men U NEW HANOVER CO BD. or COMMISSIONrR~ 53 NEW HANOVER COUNTY 4'i1"":" BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS /:;"71~~~;\ 230 Government Center Drive, Suite 7 75 ;, ';' Wilmington, NC.28403 COMMITTEE APPLICA TION (~I\ )~) Telephone (970, 798-7749 \"1.\ V0 FAX (970) 798-7745 . ...!"",,,,~t:-/ Board/Committee: CiViC. ~ ;.Jl1.bh. vI;/;' ~ Av~#t/-I; -~ Name: Btu2J20tv5 b. 5"11';-< E-Mail: PAm/IJ f:JC.u2.~OLv.:s cJ &.lIsovr/;k-7' ~e IJ J Address: /3/ Sk..'t;stItS/f7'/ 1/, VL!,";n-,INJIi,J ~5'1V7 ( treet) (City) / (Zip Code) , Mailing Address if different: (City) (Zip Code) Home Phone: ~/O.J7.J--V~J3 Fax: ~b-OO/';" Cell: 7'i/3-..k)8'J Business: d.5b-:.s"l/72. Years living in New Hanover County: '17 Male: V Female: _ Race: wJ" .tf Age: 7' '7 IInformation for the purpose of assuring a cross-section of the community) Employer: sr.-II ~ Sc."v' - A-~~J (A person currently employed by the agency or depanment for which this application is made, must resign his/her position with New Hanover County upon appointment, in accordance with Anicle VI, Sec, 4 of the New Hanover County Personnel Policy.) Occupation: CON.s-ka.-I~(;.J Car-l.5I.tIr:-,,vT- A/ ,Esj;;d AJ~dJ/.?41U1-/ / ' Professional Activities: Volunteer Activities: AloAIC- a7 ?4Glen7 Why do you wish to serve on this board/committee? hAu. m CQd1A1/-/- /J7'5() :1 h .whtC /10/..5%1// ~M /~'?:0/ Conflict of Interest: If a board ember believ he/she has a conflict or potenti ) conflict of interest on a particular issue, that member should state this belief to the other members of his/her respective board during a public meeting. The member should state the nature of the conflict, detailing that he/she has a separate, private or monetary interest either direct Dr indirect; in the issue under consideration. The member should then excuse himself/herself from voting on the matter. What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee? .I W()t,..tI Ir~ zf See:. ~/j ) (O;t\lYlitlc.c.. ""'ttrmt OIJ4/f.,f);,..; .If Ot<.>/)..JC.Sj f /JON - ~~ /7!1t/lJ".Lt:;-( (I v Qualifications for serving: (;).>- LJ..ic2 aa I~/~ ~ fft-WtR...6 ShI,' 7ft{ (O,-o;#~ J1.JAI &. / dv~ ,~; M G0tt'" <-T;b,..l - fy,/i-. ,1~.s/,i/lc/ ,1JMp./, 0 ., Other municipal or county boards/committees on which you are serving: MAR - 6 2007 List three local personal references and phone numbers: NEW HANOVER CO BO or COMMISSIONERS 1. ::J);.." c'4) - ,AJ.;{ CQ, /.5v)/AX_t.A/"-', 778'- 7/3 7 / 2.~,171 g:(Jf.J~ - AJ./~ Co, /~,v.lj /7k - /1/6:5- 3. .:];,-{(Io.I ZA-j;h// - ",vO.I\A/j j:ujic I ~?f.r// 3$/3 - 765:.3 / Date 3M? Sig~tnre ~ ~ ~ Applicd'tio s are kept on file for 18 months ' Please use reverse side for additional comments 54 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES AND POLLUTION CONTROL FINANCING AUTHORITY 3 VACANCIES ELIGIBLE FOR APPLICANTS: REAPPOINTMENT Thomas L. Dodson X Brian McCormack R. Hill Rogers X One vacancy was advertised for more than 1 year, Mr. Dodson has agreed to serve another term if the Board desires. Attachments: Committee Information Sheets Applications 55 NEW HANOVER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES AND POLLUTION CONTROL FINANCING AUTHORITY Number of Members: 7 (Must be a qualified elector and resident ofthe County. No member can be an elected official of the County) Terms: Six years (G.S. 159C requirement) Terms must end on the 22nd of the month. Regular Meetings: As called by the Chairman ofthe Authority Statute or cause creating Authority: N.C. General Statutes 159C-4. New Hanover County Resolution dated February 7, 1977 creating Authority. Purpose: To promote the right to gainful employment opportunity, private industry, the prevention and control ofthe pollution of the air, land and waters of the State of North Carolina in the safety, morals and health of the people. Brief on functions: (1) To aid in the financing of the industrial manufacturing facilities for the purposes of providing employment and raising below average manufacturing wages by financing industrial and manufacturing facilities through the issuance and sale of tax free revenue bonds; and (2) to provide tax free revenue bonds for established industries that are in need of modernization in order to meet the pollution control requirements of the country, state, county and city. TERM OF OFFICE CURRENT MEMBERS APPOINTMENT EXPIRATION William H. Cameron Third 2/22/2011 P.O. Box 3649 Wilmington, NC 28406 6/26/89,2/15/93, 251-9822 (H) 762-2676 (W) 2/15/99,3/14/05 Thomas 1. Dodson ~ Second 2/22/2007 * P.O. Box 1290 Wilmington, NC 28402 k~ 3/20/95,2/21/01 343-1812 (H) 251-5201 (W Vacancy 2/22/2007 56 INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES AND POLLUTION CONTROL FINANCING AUTHORITY (CONTINUED) TERM OF OFFICE CURRENT MEMBERS APPOINTMENT EXPIRATION Frank J. Oddo Unexpired 2/22/2009 8312 Sidbury Road Wilmington, NC 28411 12/15/03 686-4281 (H) R. Hill Rogers ~ First 2/22/2007 r 1201 Country Club Road Wilmington, NC 28403 ~I 5/21/01 763-0273 (H) 256-6998 (W) Robert F. Ruffner, Jr. Third 2/22/2011 1801 Hawthorne Road P.O. Box 4189 2/15/93,2/15/1999 Wilmington, NC 28406 3/14/05 343-1017 (H) 392-5220 (W) Kurt Taube Unexpired 2/22/2009 3802 Providence Court Wilmington, NC 28412 6/20/05 392-5610 (H) Ex-Officio: Steve Diab, Attorney 6/05 16 N. Fifth Avenue File: \Industry Wilmington, NC 28401 B/C# 14 763-2426 (W) 57 MAR, -08' 95(WED) 12:02 NATIONS BANK MAIN TEL:910 251 5293 P:....OOl . __. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 320 Chestnut Street, Room 305 Wilmington, NC 28401-4093 Telephone (9/01341-'1143 FAX (910J 341-4130 AppOcation for AppoiTTtmenr to Boards, Committees, and Commlsslon$ Appolnt9d by the N8W Hanover Cour7ry Board of Commi$sioners. Wilmingt~n/New Hanover Industrial Facilities Fiequesr(o,AOfJointmentro~ and Pollution Control. Financing AutnorJ.ty N~me: Thomas L. Dodson Home 2708 Calvert Place How long hflve YOIl bfJ8n II Address: Wilmington. NC 28403 residtmrofNewHanoverCounryl 7 ~ears Maiffn~ddress: P. O. Box 1290, crt;' and Srars: Wilmington. NC Zip ~de; 28402 Telephon~: /"fame: (910) 343-1812 Business: (910) ?'il-..520j .Sex; M -Rees: W +Al7e: ~a "'1'hIIlnftmmtJa" ~ mqll""tJJrl For iii. ftlI" p/Jt"P4$. I1f .:s:<udnt;lh"r " """"",,,.,,don 01 u.. t;fJmtrlIInir, .. IIPpolnr.ri. · .Emplayecby: N.ationsBank _. ___ UA pM:lI""<:lIlrf1nrty IlnIplcIl'oI4br 111" agollt>y"rdltpllltmltntfOl'...lJIr:h lhk -w/f".rAm liImlHt..mllJltr."fl1l1 hfslrl.T~n with fJ~ HenoYllr r;.,U{>lY 19''''' /JPJJ<2It1"'-t. lit .ct;fJl'dll/>". wi:},.ATtf~ 117, S.c. 4' .., /Iv N_ JI,."ov.,. c.,""tr PllnMlln~ PoliGy. JobT1d~: Senior Vice Presidant Senior Bankin~ E~eCutive ~fe~an~Acdvnia$: Currently Vice Pres. of Greater Wi]min~ton Chamb~r of GommFr~~ and former President of C~pe Pe~r Area United Way. Vukm~erAcifvfl~$:-Presid~nt of Fr{end~ of Rattleshipt NC Wh)' fio you wish to servtt on the B08rd, Committee, or Commission requested? I have a good understanding of the purposes and iSsues of such tax exempt financing and believe I would be of serv1ce. W7lBt ria you (eel ~r" your Q!J8/ifiCiftions far servino on CfIe Bosld. Commlrtee. or CommissIon fequested? Tien. ich of need for authoricy to be user friendly to new and expanded industry in New Hanover County. ATS you ctlmmtl'l s(!Jf1/i"ng OIl Ilt'ItJther boar-d Q(' camm;~tl tJPpafntBd by 1I mun/~fplJ/1ry Of a county? If sa, pl(Jas. DSt: No Dtttt: l:1arcb 8, 1995 SiflnlJture ~ L .~ (pf#Ul'. ,.,... 1'."fR'$. .,-q,. ro,. fJd~/t/(m_ ct;II'TInJUJW I'FtR 8 '95 12:24 G!:?0isU"nl7i1'iii1 91e3414~30 ~.002 LJQ ~:~ ~ \J LSL.!I I~J\R 0 B 95 '" NEW HANOVER co. BO. OF COMMISSIONERS 58 03/01/2007 21:41 FAX 910 815 2768 BB&T TRUST ~OOI NEW HANOVER COUNTY ~ BOARD OF r;OMMISSIONERS tti)"""i\ 1"'~ 230 Govemmenr Center Drive, Suite 175 f "r;! Wilmington, NC 28403 COMMITTEE APPLlCA TlON ~ ffi Telephone (910/798.7149 <.. 5' FAX (910) 798-7145 ___ r.-:- \~~ Board/Committee: Thd.u...I\b\cJ) t-~l;~e.,:> a..wt ~6V\.. ~I :.nt\Wl4'~ ri7 Name: -"13 ("" i ~^ t'-.A... c.. C CJ r~ c..- ~c... E.Mail: to w\. c- C-o r~ \c.. 'S @ ka,-1-.-...;1 . C."M Z:;;"ss: ~~ ~ L ~~lo ('" (> v \c. Dr Lv l \ V"',' "j -hi.,.. tU C. d.. f'i I ) (Street) (City) (Zip Code) Mailing AddftJss" different: (City) (Zip Code) Home Phone: b pea, -i Lf 0:5 Fax: f( S ~).1 b 'P Cell: ) Yo I ~ ? ~ Business: 81 ') J, ., l ? Years living in US New Hanover County: I ('f-" SMale: t./"Female: _ Race: W~ / f ~ Age: 7 (Information for the purpose of assunng 8 cross-section of the community) Employer: \S . \S 'e... \ (A person currently employed by the agency or department for which this application is made, must resign his/her position with New Hanover County upon appointment, in accordance with Article V(, Sec. 4 of the New Hanover County Personnel Policy.) Occupation: '\S 0......... lc \ '.........v--- Professional Activities: Volunteer Activities: (') <J J"f' ./\ V ClI V JV -rvc...Q.l\-. t=' ~ r e.. D efaS +- W'\.e ~ Why do you wish to s:'rve on this board/committee? f-'\ y (..(., ^ t. ~ I" '" ~ { A( eUJ /.k,..o;o.r~ ~ (C~" i-r tA"j. - I"ff"'-f;...... -+0 J"fr:.. c::.. rt's,cJe_f- o!:. l~. Conflict of Interut: If a boon! member bolie"". he/she has a conf/ic or porential conflict of interest on a poniculsr issue, thar member should srare rhis belief to rhe o"'er members of his/her respecrive boarrt during 8 public meeting. The member should srore file nOfure of rhe conflict, det.iung "'ar he/she ha. . separare. prilf/Jre or monetary interest, either diracr or indiract, in the issue under consideration. The member should then excuse himself/herself from voring on rhe matt.r. What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee? ( Q.. ~ e;::::../ A \..I-e ~(. Ir) p" ( e.... Qualifications for serving: ~ 5 't (0 (;. r> ~ --- ~ ~ - b "'""d r /\.L c+ r r 1> e";"'c" )'t"'-'+J. Co/\ C (' r /"\ -f;; r Cgn"\I'Y1 10'0'\.,1- y . I Other municipal or county boards/committees on which you are serving: lE~lE~\WlE List three local personal references and phone numbers: MAR - 2 2007 1. I3c~k. _ \ I NEW H~NOVER CO 2. t \ nMMISS!ONfRS 3. t'~:, \ Ma..r \'9^ Date: 3 - d.. - Cl / Signature Applicotion. are kept on fif. for 18 months Please use reverse side for additional comments 59 Mar-05-01 05:23P 1st Atlant;c 910 256 6009 P.Ol Application for Appointments P,;;tge 1 of2 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 320 Chestnut Street, Room 305 Wilmington, NC 28401-4093 Telephone (910) 341-7149 FAX (910) 341-4130 Application for Appointment to 8oBrds, Committees, and Commissions Appointed by the New HanovtJT County Board of Commlssloners- Request for Appointment to: ",.ll. ~, ..~_~B t.....~~.. ':':~1{5 ': A~~ t'tn.. Nam9: ..__fl. H,'-L fI.t!.~~-- 5 . .-" . . . ..- . . ., . - How long have you been (J resident of New Hanover Countyi' . S*I/IIf-E '''It1~ ..--. .-" . -- --- . Home Address: J 2.t;/ CtlvnA.1 C~V~ Il.tJ Iv ,.....J""'70 N '2.9~."I ... ------ Mailing Address: 'I 'I ------- ...-.-....---...-.--. City and State: ... WI.~,.,'.,_l!':.r~.~ _... ..I.Y..f;......._- ________Zip Code: l''I~.:J -----.-. . .. '. Telephone: Home: , ,0..- -16' -(1~ 1-.3 _ -.-... ---- - -- Business: "fCJ . ~J4- C44' -.---.-. *Sex: IJ1 *Race: N -.. --... * Age: 2-'6 -. ..--.-.-- --.-----.--..- -.- ..n. ---._~. * This information is requested for the sole purpose of assuring that a cross-section of the community is IJPpointed. UEmployed by: In Ir~~~ _ 'l4'El-Tt~5 -----.. . -~." --. ---- *" A person currtmtly employed by the 8gency or department for which this application is made, must ,.esi9r his/her position with New HtJnoVfJr County upon appointment, in accordence with Article VI, Sec. 4 of the New Hanover County. Personnel Po/icy. Job Title: y.1!~ F'~4~,4~ rE.ILVIC..~'5 .--. ".-. . ----.- Professional Activities: .e''''ill.f_~'_~_''t. .lsfltTE -----.. ..--- - Volunteer Activities: _t..ot19I,IJ" ----- ...-..--. .--.-....-...--- Why do you wish to serve on the Board, CommiHee, or Commission requested? _1~ .~_4 1..~1.fpyl",.r. V""Zb.) i Tt[ (~1!.J.(1. (tI"'f~IJ~.1.J"f. __,~"'!!:_!~ilAt .- rl.""" r~1L -rile ("",.,7''1/<."","tttvN,ry. http://www.co.new-hanover.nc.uS/CClapplic.htm 2/13/2001 60 Mar-OS-01 OS:23P 1st Atlantic 910 2S6 6009 P_02 Application for Appointments Page 2of2 ---...-. ,_,___,'_'M~___" .._. __..____.___M.. -------.,---..- What do you feel are your qualifications for serving on the Board, Committee, or Commission requested? __~.1~1J..-_~_ I:-M I/Efl~~.~_J{li..t~:+ YEI#~_ ._-- --."-- - - ._- o. _... .. --- -..-. ..-. .-- .-~ --'" --. __ _____ '_'0. __ _... -.... .-.,-- What areas of concern would you like to see the Board, Committee, or Commission address? __ ___I~F':A'!fl~."'.-r.II!5" _"1-'~iIIIT~A!~~(--t- "'.Mr.. _~~JJL" _J~f'''.': .~p'~YEt..4!,"'EIY1'_ -. .------..--. -,.- ------ .-.---.-....---. -.-'- Are you cUffentlv serving on another board or committee appointed by a municiptllity or a county? If so, please Jist: __ .'_'0' .___ -- --.- -- -- --. .- --. -- -- --'- ...-. ..-- -._- --- ._.._.M__' .-. - .-..--..'- .-. - ------- __'M -.-.....--- Dare: 3 JiJ- <II .__u ~.. Sig""tu",_.i"ili..~ -- .-- --...------- .__._ . ~_4. RE.ff~EIVCES: Please provide three 10Clll personal references: Name Phone Number 1. __ !h:..1J_EAT _~'f(~L.. ._(4Ullflf;J1AI<-.__ Ji: 9ft"1'~~2..b__ ---- -- -- .- 2. _~_~~~t.- /fIt!-s",_t.;LJ"'L.JI!tIJL.._ C6"'_._ ..,... 'l.IL- 3Yt:6.,,.,_ - -'- 3. _.._~I"J~~!.€J&- _.hf!E....igA-..h..~~--'-": '111-. -111~~_. -- fJ, tZ OJ .rc{S http://www.co.new-hanover.nc.uslCC/applic.htm 2/13/2001 61 This page intentionally left blank. 62 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS NURSING HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE State Mandated Minimum Membership: 9 Maximum Membership allowed by State Statute: 14 Current Membership: 11 Term: One year initially, 3-year terms thereafter ELIGIBLE FOR APPLICANTS: REAPPOINTMENT Mary Ann Lewis X ADMINISTRATORS' NOMINEES None Attachments: Committee Information Sheets Applications 63 NURSING HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Number of Members: 9 State mandated; may appoint up to 14 based on the number of nursing homes. The Nursing Home Administrators may nominate one-third of the members. Term: 1-year terms initially; 3-year terms thereafter Brief on the functions: Each member shall be aware of the general conditions under which the persons are residing in the homes, and shall work for the best interests of the persons in the homes. This may include assisting persons who have grievances with the home and facilitating the resolution of grievances at the local level. Each member shall make quarterly visits to the nursing home it serves and more often if it is necessary to carry out the duties. Statute or cause creating Board: N.C. General Statutes 131E-128 Qualifications: Must be a resident of New Hanover County. No person or immediate family member of a person with a financial interest in a home served by the committee, or employee or governing board member of a home served by the committee, or immediate family member of a resident in a home served by the New Hanover County Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee may be a member of this committee. Immediate family is defined as mother, father, sister, brother, child, grandmother, and grandfather, as well as in-laws. See Volunteer Job Description for more information. Regular Meeting: Quarterly Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of January, April, July, and October at 4:00 p.m. at the Cape Fear Council of Governments, 1480 Harbour Drive, Wilmington, NC. TERM OF OFFICE CURRENT MEMBERS APPOINTMENT EXPIRATION Joan Barbara Apke Third 11/30108 109 Cromwell Circle Wilmington, NC 28409 9/21/98,11/15/99, 799-457 4{ H) 12/16/02, 11/21/05 John E. Brett First 6/30/09 325 S. Third Street Wilmington, NC 28401 6/20105, 6/19/06 762-7295 (H) 815-3497 (W) Catherine R. Davis Third 8/31/08 5613 Greenville Loop Road Wilmington, NC 28409 Appt. 2/2/98, 6/21/99, 395-5512 (H) 6/17/02, 8/15/05 William Y. Doran First 7/31/07 1115 Tennwood Drive Wilmington, NC 28411 7/7/03,7/12/04 686-2643 (H) 686-2514 (W) Dorothy L. Grime First 1/31/08 5583 Wood Duck Circle Wilmington, NC 28409 12/15/03, 1/24/05 350-0672 (H) 64 NURSING HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CONTINUED) TERM OF OFFICE CURRENT MEMBERS APPOINTMENT EXPIRATION Faye Griffin Hoffman Second 3/31/09 162 Partridge Road / P.O. Box 3687 3/25/02, 3/24/03, Wilmington, NC 28406 3/13/06 392-6873 (H) Patricia E. King Second 3/31/09 517-1 Hewlett Way 3/25/02, 3/24/03, Wilmington, NC 28409 3/13/06 675-3565 (H) Mary Ann Lewis ~ First 3/31/07 f\ 8 Merrimac Drive Wilmington, NC 28412 ~ 3/24/03, 3/22/04 791-0523 (H) D. Alton Parker, Jr. Second 8/31/07 318 Golden Road Wilmington, NC 28409 8/21/00, 8/20/01, 392-3514 (H) 8/16/04 Mark C. Sheffield First 4/30/07 1319 C Military Cutoff Road Wilmington, NC 28405 4/21/03, 4/19/04 232-4964 (HIW) Judith Pennington Tagert First 1/31/09 504 Carolina Beach Avenue South, Unit 1-K Carolina Beach, NC 28428 1/4/05, 1/23/06 458-6770 & 313-1164 (H) Diane G. Winstead First 4/30/07 326 Chattooga Place Drive Wilmington, NC 28412 4/21/03,4/19/04 Members Nominated by Nursing Home Administrators: Contact: Harvin Quidas, Region 0 Long Term 1/07 Care Ombudsman, Cape Fear Council of File: INursing Governments B/C #22 1480 Harbour Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401 395-4553 65 NEW HANO VER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 320 Chestnut Street, Room 305 Wilmington, NC 28401-4093 COMMITTEE APPLICA TION Telephone 191O} 341-7149 FAX (910) 341-4130 Web Name: Home Address: Mailing Address if different: ICity} IZip Code} Home Phone: t:?/~ · 79/1 L)6~.3 Business Phone: Years living in 9- Race: LU Age: ~ ~ New Hanover County: ~e r Sex: !Information for the purpose of assuring a cross-section of the community Employer: (A person currently employed by the agency or department for which this application is made, must resign his/her position with New Hanover County upon appointment, in accordance with Article VI, Sec. 4 of the New Hanover County Personnel Policy.) Job Title: Professional Activities: Volunteer Activities: ~ L.o) /Jt.) -1/.~~/5 J ~~''7 ~ u JJ 4J'" J.L ~j.~ ~~-<~.A ~. zt' &"'~ ~ -L4.,) Why do you wish to serve on this board/committee? ~ . Other municipal or cou 1. 2. 3. Date: ..,3- ~ ~ 4~ NEW HANOVER CO BD. or COMMISSIONERS Use reverse side for additional comments 66 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 7.1 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Planning Presenter: Chris O'Keefe Contact: Chris O'Keefe Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Public Hearing Special Use Permit (S-570, 12/06) - Request by Duncan Marine Contractors, Inc. for Colorado Coastal Development, LLC to Locate a 10-Slip Community Boating Facility in an R-15 Residential District at "Seabreeze Sound" (36 residential lots on Seabreeze Road South) BRIEF SUMMARY: At its February 1, 2007 meeting, the Planning Board recommended positive findings for approval of this project by a vote of 6-0 (1 recused) with the following additional conditions: 1. Deed restrictions or restrictive covenants are to be recorded in the chain of title for lots 30, 31, 32 and 33, stating that no individual docks or piers will be allowed, other than the planned shared dock with 4 slips between Lots 28 and 29. 2. Slips may not be leased or sold and only property owners or their guests may use the slips. 3. The right to use the facility must be conferred by an easement appurtenant to the residential project it is intended to serve, as required by the ordinance. 4. No overhead lighting will be installed. Two citizens from the community were present to comment about the project. The owner provided answers to their questions and agreed to work out any concerns they might have about hours of operation outside the special use permit process. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: The County Commissioners may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the Special Use Permit. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ~ ~ S-~ 7J-Staff Summa~' .doc S -570 Petition Summary. doc adjacent property map and full size site plans ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW 67 COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 68 SPECIAL USE PERMIT S-570, 12/06: Community Boating Facility (10 slips) Request By: Duncan Marine Construction for Colorado Coastal Development Location: Seabreeze Sound Subdivision Seabreeze Road South Acres: 15.39 acres PLANNING BOARD ACTION At its February 1,2007 meeting, the Planning Board recommended positive findings for approval ofthis project by a vote of 6-0 (1 recused) with the following additional conditions: 1. Deed restrictions or restrictive covenants are to be recorded in the chain of title for lots 30, 31, 32 and 33, stating that no individual docks or piers will be allowed, other than the planned shared dock with 4 slips between Lots 28 and 29. 2. Slips may not be leased or sold and only property owners or their guests may use the slips. 3. The right to use the facility must be conferred by an easement appurtenant to the residential project it is intended to serve, as required by the ordinance. 4. No overhead lighting will be installed. Two citizens from the community were present to comment about the project. The owner provided answers to their questions and agreed to work out any concerns they might have about hours of operation outside the special use permit process. Preliminary Staff Findings 1. The Board must find that the use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located where proposed and developed according to the plan as submitted and approved. A. The subject property is located within the Federal Point Fire District. B. Private water supply will serve the dock facility. C. The project will be located in Myrtle Grove Sound/Intracoastal Waterway, north of Snow's Cut. D. Access to the site will be pedestrian from within Seabreeze Sound Subdivision, off Seabreeze Road South. 2. The Board must find that the use meets all required conditions and specifications of the zoning ordinance. A. The site is located in an R-15 Residential Zoning District. A Special Use Permit allows a community boating facility in an R-15 Residential District under certain conditions. B. The property will build a permitted residential pier between lots 28 and 29 which applicant proposes to improve with 4 boat slips. This pier is not subject to the special use permit. The requested special use permit for an additional community boating facility will create 10 additional slips. The total subdivision has 36 platted lots. . -,,"_._---- 69 C. The site plan does not show any off-street parking, because applicant states that parking will be accommodated on the residential lots served by the facility. D. The proposed community boating facility proposes ten (10) boat slips to serve 10 non- specified residential lots of the 36 total lots in the subdivision, which meets the required ratio of not more than 1: 1. E. A pedestrian easement will be provided and conferred to each owner for access to the community boating facility. F. No commercial activities are proposed for the facility, per the requirements of the ordinance. 3. The Board must find that the use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property or that the use is a public necessity. A. Similar type projects exist in other residential districts in New Hanover County. B. No evidence has been presented that the proposed use will injure the value of adjoining or abutting property values. 4. The Board must find that the location and character of the use if developed according to the plan as submitted and approved will be in harmony with the area in which it is to be located and in general conformity with the plan of development for New Hanover County. A. The New Hanover County Comprehensive Plan classifies the site as Conservation. The purpose of the class is to provide for effective long-term management and protection of significant, limited, or irreplaceable natural resources while also protecting the rights of the property owner. Water-dependent uses are appropriate. B. The 2006 Joint Land Use Plan encourages recreational access to estuarine and public trust waters. C. CAMA permits will be required. D. Surrounding land uses include single-family housing, some with docks and piers. Staff Comments: Staff supports the Planning Board recommendation. ACTION NEEDED: (Choose one) 1. Motion to Recommend Approval (with or without conditions) 2. Motion to table the item in order to receive additional information or documentation (Specify). 3. Motion to Recommend Denial based on specific findings in any of the 4 categories above, such as lack of consistency with adopted plans or determination that the project will pose public hazards or will not adequately meet requirements of the ordinance. ! I 70 Case: 8-570, 12/06 Petition Summary Data OwnerIPetitioner: Duncan Marine Construction for RBIS, LLC Existing Land Use: Vacant (Residential Subdivision) Zoning History: Area 4, April 7, 1971 Land Classification: Conservation Water Type: Private Sewer Tvpe: Private Recreation Area: Public Trust waters of Myrtle Grove Sound/ Intracoastal Waterway Access & Traffic Volume: Access will be pedestrian within the Seabreeze Sound subdivision LOS: N/A Fire District: Federal Point FD Watershed & Water Quality Classification: Seabreeze Watershed (SA) Aquifer Recharge Area: None Conservation/Historic/Archaeological Resources: VE Flood Zone; Salt Marsh; Tidal Marsh Soils: - Nh-Newhan fine sand Septic Suitability: Class I1Suitable Schools: Carolina Beach Elernentary 71 - ~~ . .. , .'. . ......: "., .. ... . ....: .'. c'. "SltN'"ltlV_ ~ ( . ~ ~~ ". . .' ...' " .. '. ./1\'~".>.. >i> .;,.. .... .......i. ". 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CIJ (f) ro thc%~ -1_ I 72 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 7.2 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Planning Presenter: Chris O'Keefe Contact: Chris O'Keefe Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Public Hearing Text Amendment (A-355, 11/06) - Request by Staff for Zoning Text Amendment for Article V, Creating Section 59.9 RFMU, Riverfront Mixed Use District BRIEF SUMMARY: In response to increasing interest in development along the banks of the Cape Fear River, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners directed County staff to work with City of Wilmington planning staff to establish regulations for a waterfront zoning district. A number of public meetings were held during the process to get input and comments from the public. General consensus indicated that if this area is going to develop, more appropriate regulations need to be in place in order to protect the existing environmentally sensitive areas located on the west bank as well as provide for quality development which allows for the greatest community benefit. At their February 1, 2007 meeting the Planning Board recommended adoption of the RFMU that is being presented today. The recommended ordinance creates a separate overlay district within the RFMU eligible area where a maximum height of 75 feet is proposed. 150 feet remains the base height in other RFMU areas with additional height up to 240 feet if performance criteria are met. The Planning Board made this recommendation by a vote of 5-2. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: The County Commissioners may approve, modify, or deny the text amendment. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ .'~.-}~5-Staff Summa~' amended 2.dGlc R FM U for 3-12.07 cc package. doc rfmu hro. pdf R FM U Potential Areas. jpg R FM U Comparison2. xis ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 73 CASE: A-355, 11/06 Applicant: Staff REQUEST: Zoning Text Amendment for Article V, Creating Section. 59.9 RFMU, Riverfront Mixed Use District Background In response to increasing interest in development along the banks of the Cape Fear River, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners directed County staff to work with City of Wilmington planning staffto establish regulations for a waterfront zoning district. Elected officials from the City and County agreed that City staff would take the lead in this planning effort. During the development of the proposed district City staff held a number of public meetings in order to obtain initial input from the public and gather feedback from various stakeholders. A public meeting was held at the outset of the process to get initial input and comments from the public. This information was compiled and included within the preliminary draft of the ordinance. A series of small-group roundtable discussions were held with various stakeholder groups to review drafts and get feedback and input from various stakeholders. General consensus indicated that if this area is going to develop, more appropriate regulations need to be in place in order to protect the existing environmentally sensitive areas located on the west bank as well as provide for quality development which allows for the greatest community benefit. A number of potential application areas were identified in order to provide a context for development of the RFMU district. However, the proposed Riverfront Mixed Use District, if adopted, would be a "floating" district. Property would be considered for rezoning at the request of the property owner. This designation is not proposed to be applied to any specific properties at this time, rather properties within the designated areas would be eligible to apply for rezoning to RFMU. The proposed RFMU district regulations incorporate some of the key elements of both the Vision 2020: A Waterfront Downtown and the Cape Fear River Corridor plans. The goal of these planning efforts was to balance the desire to promote sound economic development with the need to protect sensitive natural and scenic qualities of the Cape Fear River. The Wilmington City Council adopted a similar ordinance for designated areas along their river front at its December 5 meeting. Description The riverfront in downtown Wilmington has recently seen considerable redevelopment, beginning a transformation of the historical industrial riverfront into a residential and entertainment destination. This change has developers looking across the river for land that may be suitable for the same urban intensity as in the city. If the County's riverfront is to be developed, it needs regulations that will guide this land use transition and encourage quality development along the west bank of the downtown riverfront while recognizing the differences between intense development in a fully urbanized city versus development challenges near fragile marshes and flood prone areas which do not enjoy a full range of urban services and infrastructure. The Riverfront Mixed Use District was drafted to support seven main objectives: to enhance and preserve environmentally sensitive areas along the river; to protect public access to the river through the creation of quality public spaces; to preserve cultural and natural resources; to effect quality design and a variety CC agenda-31l2/07 1 74 of built forms that result in a pedestrian scale as well as a compelling skyline; to promote and enhance transit options, particularly pedestrian and water-oriented transportation options; to provide an opportunity for intensive development consistent with the urban form; and to encourage a mix of uses that foster a sense of community and create a destination for residents and visitors alike. The RFMU district is not intended to be applied to any other areas ofthe County's riverfront. It is also not intended to supersede the CAMA Land Classification map. The proposed district would be applicable only to properties with frontage on the Cape Fear andlor Northeast Cape Fear River between the Holmes Bridge and the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge and east ofHwy 421. Land along the banks of these rivers is zoned for either commercial or industrial uses. While protecting the industrial base is critical in certain parts of the County, portions of the riverfront may be more desirable for other uses. If the current zoning is retained, development along the riverfront could occur in a less than desirable way, particularly across from historic downtown Wilmington. The RFMU district has great potential to be applied in these areas. The proposed district includes development regulations which are intended to support quality developments along the riverfront. These regulations address height, protection of environmental resources, the provision of public space, and building and site design standards. Height The City stafrs research indicated no identifiable pattern for height in comparable cities. Height regulations were customized to fit the unique character and historic context of each city's downtown waterfront. The regulation of height is based on the preferences of the community. In areas of the unincorporated county where RFMU zoning is most likely to be applied, the historic context is primarily maritime industrial use and open space. The preservation of open/green space is critical in these areas due to the prevalence of environmentally sensitive areas. Allowing taller buildings as a tradeoff for protecting open space is proposed to present an attractive opportunity for development while preserving a more natural riverfront. Except within a proposed area of restricted height directly across from historic downtown Wilmington, the RFMU proposes that a building height of 150 feet be permitted without conditions. Additional height, up to a maximum of 240 feet, may be incrementally granted based on performance requirements. The following requirements must be met to gain additional height for structures: (1) the dedication of private land for public use at 5 percent greater than district requirements, or (2) the provision of parking within the structure. Public Space Public space, including a riverwalk, is required in all RFMU developments. Public spaces include natural wetlands, forested areas, atriums, parks, a riverwalk, internal courtyards, plazas, or other undisturbed or improved spaces. Public access connections to a riverwalk are also required. Building Design In order to moderate the overall scale of the building, a "building base" is required at a maximum of 4 stories or 50 feet, whichever is less. For buildings exceeding this height, facades are required to incorporate a visual transition which distinguishes the base from the upper floors of the building. While buildings may reach or exceed 15 stories, the total building volume above the base must be reduced by 25 percent. Buildings are also required to incorporate periodic transitions across the fa-;ade in order to create a vertical orientation, eliminate expanses of blank walls and create a more pedestrian-scaled block face. These requirements will eliminate the potential of maximizing the building envelope with a non- descript, box-like structure, and will help to produce a more attractive design. ee agenda-3112/07 2 75 Parking Surface parking is limited and structured parking is required in order to prevent vast expanses of parking along the riverfront. Surface parking is limited to 5 percent of the total parking area or 50 spaces, whichever is less and is prohibited from the riverfront side of buildings. Structured parking decks are required to be visually compatible with surrounding structures and must be visually obscured from the river. Given the desirable views of the river and access to the downtown waterfront, development along the Cape Fear River is likely to occur. Downtown Wilmington is a distinctive and exceptional place that cannot be recreated. If development along the riverbanks is going to occur it should occur in suitable areas in a manner that makes the Wilmington region even more desirable than it is now. Therefore, it is vitally important that any new development along the Cape Fear River be of high quality and support the shared vision of Wilmington, New Hanover County, and the region as a whole. This proposed zoning district attempts to accommodate the desire to provide reasonable urban intensity on the west bank of the river while protecting the integrity of historic downtown Wilmington and the diverse riverine ecosystem. The Planning Board has given substantial consideration of the proposed RFMU district. At their November 2, 2006 meeting, the New Hanover County Planning Board began consideration of a text amendment creating a Riverfront Mixed Use Zoning District. After some discussion, the Board continued the item and asked staff to be available for work sessions to discuss implications of the proposed amendment. Staff held two separate work sessions for Planning Board members. The following key items were discussed at the meetings: . The County's ability to handle services (specifically water, sewer, traffic, fire services and sheriff) for such an intense, urban style development . Height exceeding the already permitted 40 foot limit - especially across from the historic district of downtown Wilmington at the southernmost extent of the RFMU proposal . The review process for the proposed district - TRC should review the proposal before Planning Board and Commissioners. . Storm water management . How this proposal relates to the Cape Fear River Corridor Plan . The amount of developable land, and relationship to the CAMA land classification map. At their December 7, 2006 meeting, the Planning Board revisited their discussion about the creation of a River Front Mixed Use District. After staff presentations and consideration of public comments both in favor of and opposed to the River Front Mixed Use District proposal, discussion narrowed to the issue of allowable height at different locations along the district boundary. Of particular concern was the land directly across from the southern end of the Downtown Wilmington Historic District. Additionally, Board members were concerned that the RFMU was being crafted solely to accommodate one development project. Ultimately the Planning Board voted to send the ordinance back to stafffor further refining. The Board also asked that they hold a work session to discuss any changes that would be suggested to the ordinance. On January 19,2007, the Board met to discuss changes to the RFMU. Staff suggested adding an overlay for the land across from the historic district which would be subject to a different height limit. For discussion purposes staffsuggested 100 feet as the maximum for the overlay section. A suggestion that CC agenda-31l2/07 3 76 the maximum be 50 feet, which coincides with the recommendations ofthe Historic Wilmington Foundation and their estimate on the height of the Historic Customs House was considered by the Board. Another suggestion that the height be limited so that buildings would not rise above the established tree canopy led to a request that staff measure the trees across from the Historic District and report back with those measurements. A statement from the Cooperative Extension Service's urban forester says that the height of the tree canopy is approximately 50 feet with some trees reaching as high as 75 feet. At their February 1,2007 meeting the Planning Board recommended adoption of the RFMU that is being presented today. The recommended ordinance creates a separate overlay district within the RFMU eligible area where a maximum height of 75 feet is proposed. 150 feet remains the base height in other RFMU areas with additional height up to 240 feet if performance criteria are met. The Planning Board made this recommendation by a vote of 5-2. Staff Recommendation Further development along both the east and west banks of the Cape Fear River is likely to occur in the future. The proposed regulations for the Riverfront Mixed Use District are structured in such a way as to provide public access, protect some environmentally sensitive areas, and promote quality design and development. Staff is in agreement with the Planning Board that a lower height maximum, especially in the southern portion of the RFMU would help to lessen the burden on infrastructure and the environment of the River Corridor while ensuring quality development with its focus on river access and useable open space. Staff is grateful for the work that the City of Wilmington Planning Staff, especially Christine Hughes, Brian Chambers and Kaye Graybeal contributed to the creation of this ordinance. Staff also would like to recognize the Planning Board for their thoughtful consideration of each iteration of this ordinance and their effort to gauge the local preferences on the difficult issue of building height. Staff recommends approval of the ordinance as submitted. Attachments 1. Proposed zoning district regulations, as amended to include an overlay for the area across from the Historic District, Section 59.9 RFMU 2. Zoning Map with proposed County RFMU area 3. RFMU study area map 4. Current vs. proposed comparison CC agenda-3/12/07 4 77 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC Sec. 59.9 RFMU, Riverfront Mixed Use District. 59.9-1 Purpose. The Cape Fear River is one of the region's most valuable natural resources and is the focal point of activity in downtown Wilmington. The Riverfront Mixed Use District is established to support seven main objectives: to enhance and preserve environmentally sensitive areas along the river; to protect public access to the river through the creation of quality public spaces, to preserve cultural and natural resources, to effect quality design and a variety of built forms that result in a pedestrian scale as well as a compelling skyline; to promote and enhance transit options, particularly pedestrian and water-oriented transportation options; to provide an opportunity for intensive development consistent with the urban form; and to encourage a mix of uses that foster a sense of community and create a destination for residents and visitors alike. The RFMU is an elective district available only to parcels of land fronting the Cape Fear and Northeast Cape Fear Rivers east ofHwy. 421, between the Holmes Bridge and the Memorial Bridge in Unincorporated New Hanover County. A height restriction overlay for the area directly across from the Wilmington Historic District is subject to additional restrictions on building height. In the event of conflict between regulations for riverfront mixed use developments and those in other sections of the Zoning Ordinance, the Riverfront Mixed Use regulations shall supersede unless specifically stated otherwise. All development projects within riverfront mixed use districts are subject to the CAMA Land Classification regulations. 59.9-2 Mix of uses. (1) All RFMU developments must contain uses from at least two of the following categories: (A) Residential (B) Office (C) Commercial (D) Institutional, quasi-public, public (E) Entertainment and lodging (2) The total floor area of any RFMU development shall constitute no less than five (5) percent of non-residential uses. (3) Single-story structures shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent of the gross building footprint of all buildings within any RFMU development. (4) All buildings greater than thirty-five (35) feet in height must incorporate more than one use. (5) All buildings with riverfront and right-of-way facing facades shall incorporate non- residential uses on no less then fifty (50) percent of the ground floor. Parking shall not be used to satisfy any part of this requirement. (6) The requirements for mix of uses' may be waived by the Technical Review Committee (TRC) for projects of exceptional design or merit. 59.9-3 Permitted uses. (1) Principal uses: All uses in this list shall be considered permitted uses within the RFMU district. Ground floor non-residential uses should encourage a lively pedestrian experience by 3/1/2007 Page 1 of 15 78 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC offering a diversity of uses which utilize multiple storefronts and engaging public spaces. Uses from the category of "adult establishments" are prohibited. Uses are categorized based on similar impacts and to ensure diversity of uses. (A) Residential category. 1. Family care homes 11. Group home supportive iii. Single family dwelling, attached (B) Office category. 1. Banking services, without drive-through 11. Offices, Medical iii. Offices, Professional (C) Commercial category. 1. Convenience food store, without gasoline sales 11. Farmers' market 111. Grocery store less then forty thousand (40,000) square feet. iv. Marina, with or without fueling facilities v. Night club (night clubs shall not abut an existing place of worship or be within one thousand-five hundred (1,500) feet of existing residential uses or districts. VI. The following personal service establishments are permitted: a. Beauty salon b. Barber shop c. Clothing alterations d. Laundry, laundromat services, and drop off dry cleaning only vii. Photography studio viii. Recreation facilities: private indoor or outdoor IX. Restaurant without drive-through windows x. Retail sales establishment less then 40,000 square feet Xl. Ship chandler xii. Spas and health club (D) Institutional, quasi-public use, or public use category. The following uses shall not be accessed from or face riverfront facades. 1. Adult day care and child day care center 11. Clubs, lodges and recreation facilities 111. Government facility, not to include correctional or operational facilities iv. Nursing and personal care by special use permit v. Religious institution VI. Retirement center and life care community by special use permit (E) Entertainment and lodging category. i. Amphitheater, located within one thousand-three hundred twenty (1,320) feet of a facility that provides public parking with the capacity to accommodate one-hundred (100) percent of required parking 3/1/2007 Page 2 of 15 79 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC ii. Aquarium, located within one thousand-three hundred twenty (1,320) feet of a facility that provides public parking with the capacity to accommodate one-hundred (100) percent of required parking iii. Art gallery/studio IV. Cultural arts center including theaters v. Hotels and motels, except that hotels and motels do not satisfy the "non- residential" requirement VI. Meeting and events centers VII. Movie theaters Vlll. Museum (2) Supporting uses: The uses listed below are considered supporting uses to the required categories. While the following uses are allowed by right, they shall not count towards the minimum required mix of uses. Even though the development may contain one (1) or more of the following uses, it must still include at least two (2) of the five (5) categories (residential, office, commercial, institutional/quasipublic/public, entertainment and lodging) listed above. a. Accessory buildings b. Accessory and auxiliary uses c. Commercial parking facility, provided the requirements of (d)(9) below are met d. Helipads, rooftop only e. Public park, playground and associated facilities 59.9-4 General regulations. The prevalence of environmentally sensitive areas located along the riverfront requires that flexible development standards be established to maximize natural resource protection and land development potential. (1) Riverfront access: All RFMU developments shall have direct access to navigable waters. A minimum of one (1) pedestrian access shall be provided. Pedestrian access shall be provided in intervals no greater then one (1) access every two hundred (200) linear feet of shoreline. (2) Lot coverage: Maximum lot coverage in the RFMU district shall not exceed fifty (50) percent. (3) Building Base: Delineation of the building base is required for buildings exceeding building base height (See Article 15, Definitions). (4) Maximum Building height: Building height in the RFMU district shall not exceed one hundred-fifty (150) feet not including up to sixty (60) feet utilized for structured parking. Additional height up to a maximuim of thirty (30) feet may be permitted based on compliance with the following performance option: a. Dedication of private land area for public use greater than the required minimum often (10) percent. For every five (5) percent of additional permanently designated public space, building height may be increased by fifteen (15) feet. Buildings in the height restriction overlay district are subject to a maximum building height of75 feet. 3/1/2007 Page 3 of 15 80 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC (5) Building envelope: All buildings exceeding the maximum base height elevation shall reduce building mass by no less than twenty-five (25) percent of the total mass above the base elevation, as measured from the maximum base height to the overall height of the building, multiplied by the total area ofthe building footprint using the following equation: (Proposed Height - Base Height) x (Footprint) x (0.25) = Minimum Building Mass Reduction (Above base height) Figure 1. Insert Graphic (6) Building setbacks and separations: All buildings shall be set back a minimum of sixteen (16) feet from public rights-of-way and private streets. Setback from the river shall be in compliance with the NC Division of Coastal Management buffer rules. All buildings less than fifty (50) feet in height adjacent to single family residentially zoned and developed properties, excluding those separated by public rights-of-way, shall have a minimum setback from adjacent single family residential equal to the height of the building. Buildings over fifty (50) feet in height, excluding those separated by public rights-of-way, shall have a minimum setback from adjacent single family residential of fifty (50) feet. (7) Underground utilities: All electric, cable television and telephone utilities, fire alarm conduits, streetlight wiring and other wiring conduits and similar utilities shall be placed underground by the developer or the appropriate utility company for all new RFMU developments. (8) Minimum landscaping: (A) Shade trees are required along all streets. Shade trees shall be a minimum caliper of three (3) inches (DBH), shall be located at a minimum fifty (50) feet on center and must be single-stem canopy trees. (B) Public spaces and common areas shall be planted with a minimum of two (2) single stem canopy trees per every one-thousand (1,000) square feet. Canopy trees shall be a minimum caliper of three (3) inches (DBH). Two (2) canopy trees may be substituted with three (3) understory trees per one-thousand (1,000) square feet of public space or common area where overhead obstructions or other site limitations make canopy trees impractical. The Technical Review Committee (TRC) may permit alternatives to strict conformance with the required location of landscaping under the following conditions. However, in all cases, RFMU developments shall provide at least the minimum square footage of landscaped area and number of trees required by this Chapter. 1. Preservation of natural stands of trees and existing vegetation. Preservation of natural stands of trees may be substituted for landscaping requirements as long as the total square footage of interior landscaping meets the minimum required. 11. Additional landscaping in key areas. Provision of at least ten (10) percent greater than the minimum landscaping area required in each of the 3/1/2007 Page 4 of 15 81 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC following areas: along the waterfront, at project entrances, in public spaces. iii. Provision of low impact development. Landscaping necessary to achieve low impact development standards as defined in Article 10 of this Chapter. (9) Signs: The following sign requirements shall apply to all RFMU developments: (A) All internal signs in areas designated RFMU shall meet the following requirements. (a) Directional signs. Not exceeding thirty (30) inches in height and not exceeding four (4) square feet in area which direct on-premises vehicular or pedestrian traffic and bearing no other identification or advertising matter shall not be limited in number. (b) On-premises canopy or awning signs: (1) A multi-family or nonresidential principal building may install signs on or hanging beneath canopies, awnings and hanging beneath overhangs or porch roofs provided: a. There is no projecting sign on the principal building. b. The combined total area of signs applied to canopies and awnings shall not exceed twenty (20) percent of the aggregate area of the face of the canopy or awnmg. c. Signs that are attached below a canopy, awning, overhang or porch roof shall not extend beyond the width of such canopy, awning, overhang or porch roof and shall have a clearance of not less than nine (9) feet above the pedestrian walkway and shall not exceed three (3) square feet in area. (c) On-premises window signs: (1) A multi-family or nonresidential principal building may install on-premises window signs provided: a. The area of such signs shall not exceed an aggregate area equal to ten (10) per cent ofthe total ground floor glassed window area of the building. b. Such signs, if located inside the window, may be neon SIgns. c. Such signs shall not be located above the second floor. (d) Special purpose signs: (1) A multi-family or nonresidential principal building may attach one (1) special purpose sign to a facade or window provided such sign shall not be displayed more than twelve 311/2007 Page 5 of 15 82 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC (12) times in each calendar year for a maximum total of sixty (60) days per calendar year. (2) A single-family residential premises may erect one (1) on- premises and/or one (1) special purpose sign subject to the following restrictions: a. Such signs refer only to the name, home occupation, address and/or special purpose of the occupant therein. b. Such sign shall not exceed four (4) square feet in area. c. Such sign shall be setback a minimum of five (5) feet from any property line. d. Such sign shall not be located at a height above six (6) feet. (e) Incidental signs: (1) A multi-family or nonresidential principal building may display incidental signs provided: a. Such signs are flat mounted against the building, window or door. b. Such signs shall not exceed a total area of two (2) square feet. (f) Revolving signs: A revolving sign, specifically that of a striped barber pole, is allowed only in conjunction with a barber shop. (g) External illumination, if used, shall not be blinking, fluctuating or moving. Light rays shall shine only upon the property within the premises and shall not spill over the property lines in any direction, except by indirect reflection. (h) Any premises or principal building may erect one (1) real estate or construction sign advertising specific property for sale, rent, lease, development or construction, located on the premises, provided: (1) Sale, rent or lease (real estate) signs shall not exceed six (6) square feet in area. (2) Development or construction signs shall not exceed thirty-five (35) square feet in area. (i) Any premises may display one (1) on-premises freestanding sign subject to the following restrictions: (1) Area. Freestanding signs shall not exceed thirty-five (35) square feet in area. (2) Height. No freestanding sign shall exceed ten (10) feet in height. U) Any principal building may display attached signs subject to the following restrictions: 3/1/2007 Page 6 of 15 83 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC (1) One attached sign per each frontage shall be permitted. (2) Any principal building may display on-premises attached signs provided: a. Such sign is mounted parallel to the building to which it is attached and projects no more than eighteen (18) inches from that building. b. Such signs shall not extend beyond the roofline of the building to which it is attached. c. The combined total area of such signs shall not exceed twenty (20) percent of the total area of the wall to which the sign is attached, not to exceed two hundred (200) square feet in total area. (3) Attached signs may be displayed on the side or rear of a building adjacent to an off-street parking area if the off-street parking area is thirty-three (33) feet or more in width. Such signs shall be subject to the same regulations as attached signs on the street side of the building. However, the side or rear of the building adjacent to the off-street parking area shall not be included when calculating the area allowable to attached signs on the street side. (k) Any principal building may display one (1) projecting sign subject to the following restrictions: (1) There is no detached sign on the premises. (2) Such sign may project horizontally a maximum of six (6) feet, but shall be setback at least two (2) feet from the back face of the curb or outer edge of the pavement where there is no curb. Setback distances for projecting signs which front on state roads must be approved by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. (3) Such signs shall be erected at a height of not less than nine (9) feet above the sidewalk or other pedestrian passageway. (4) Such sign shall not exceed beyond the roof line of the building to which it is attached. (5) Such sign shall not exceed fifteen (15) square feet in area. (I) Any premises or principal building may place sandwich board signs on the public sidewalk subject to the following restrictions: (1) Number of signs. Any premises, including those containing multiple businesses, may place only one (1) sandwich board sign per street frontage. (2) Area and height. Any sandwich board sign shall not exceed eight (8) square feet per side in area. In addition, the width of the sign may not exceed two (2) linear feet, with a maximum height of four (4) feet. Within these specified maximum dimensions, creative shapes that reflect the theme of the business being advertised are encouraged (i.e. ice cream shop may display a sign in the shape of an ice cream cone). (3) Display hours. Sandwich board signs shall be displayed only during operational hours of the business being advertised and shall not be lighted. These signs must be removed each day at 3/1/2007 Page 7 of15 84 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC the close of business. The hours of business operation shall be indicated on the inside surface of the sign board. (4) Location. Sandwich board signs may be placed on the sidewalk directly in front of the associated use. Along streets with no parallel parking, sandwich board signs shall be placed on the sidewalk within four (4) feet of the curb. Along streets with parallel parking, a two (2) foot step-out zone shall be provided, and sandwich board signs shall be placed on the sidewalk at least two (2) feet from the curb but not more than four (4) feet from the curb. The location of any sandwich board sign shall be at least twenty (20) feet from any intersection and at least five (5) feet from any crosswalk or fire hydrant. No sandwich board sign may be placed where the unobstructed space for the passageway of pedestrians is reduced to less than four (4) feet. Trees, poles, signs, hydrants, trash receptacles, tree grates, etc. are all considered obstructions. (5) Materials, appearance. The Sign must be constructed of materials that present a finished appearance. Rough cut plywood is not acceptable. The sign lettering should be professionally painted or applied; a "yard sale" or "graffiti" look with hand painted or paint-stenciled letters is not acceptable, however, chalkboard signs shall be permitted. The written message of the sign should be kept to the minimum necessary to communicate the name of a business or a special message of the business. (6) Indemnification. Any person erecting a sandwich board sign shall indemnify and hold harmless New Hanover County and its officers, agents, and employees from any claim arising out of the presence of the sign on County property or public rights-of-way. The person erecting a sandwich board sign shall sign an indemnification agreement, approved by the County Attorney, prior to the issuance of a sign permit. The indemnification agreement shall be accompanied by evidence of insurance covering the liability assumed in this subsection and the agreement. (7) Determination of Location.. Questions as to placement of sandwich boards shall be determined by the Planning Director or Chief Zoning Official. (B) Freestanding signs, pole signs and outdoor advertising signs shall not be permitted. (C) Project entrance signs shall be integrated into site entry, structural, and landscape features and meet the following standards: i. The sign area shall not exceed seventy-five (75) square feet and its vertical dimension shall not exceed four (4) feet. ii. The maximum height of any entry structure shall not exceed six (6) feet. iii. The sign and any structures shall be located so as to not obstruct the view of persons entering or leaving the development. iv. The main and secondary entrances shall be designated on the site plan. Two (2) monument signs are allowed at the main entrance way, one (1) on each side of the road or driveway with a combined total area not to 3/1/2007 Page 8 of 15 85 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC exceed one-hundred-fifty (150) square feet and with a maximum vertical dimension offour (4) feet. Secondary entranceways shall be restricted to one (1) monument sign, not to exceed eighteen (18) square feet in area and with a vertical dimension of four (4) feet. However, if secondary entrance way signs are incorporated within an entry wall or other entry feature, two (2) signs are allowed, one (1) on each side of the access road, not to exceed a combined total surface area of twenty-seven (27) square feet and a vertical dimension of four (4) feet. v. The main entrance way sign text is limited to the development name and the name of one (1) tenant. Sign area devoted to a tenant name is limited to twenty-five (25) percent of any sign area. Secondary entrance way text is limited to the development name only. vi. Internal illumination is prohibited except for kinetic signs in accordance with the following: 1. Kinetic signs may be allowed on buildings housing amphitheaters, cultural arts centers including theaters, meeting and event centers, museums, and movie theaters except drive-ins provided that: a. the kinetic sign shall be displayed on only one (1) wall of the building; b. the wall on which the kinetic sign is displayed shall not front any thoroughfare or arterial road; c. the kinetic sign shall not strobe or flash, or utilize graphics, letters, or text; d. the area of the kinetic sign shall not exceed one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet or ten (10) percent of the area of the building facade on which it is installed, whichever is less; e. between the hours of 11 :00 p.m. and 7 :00 a.m., the kinetic sign color shall be stationary and restricted to one (1) color; and f. the kinetic sign shall be approved by the river front mixed use development property owners' association and shall be consistent with the architectural guidelines of the development. (10) Parking requirements: (A) Surface parking may not exceed five (5) percent of the total parking area provided or fifty (50) spaces, which ever is less, for each RFMU development. A parking structure is considered part of the building footprint when a common wall is shared between them. (B) Surface parking shall be located to the side or rear of buildings or in the interior of a block. Surface parking shall not be located on the riverfront side of buildings. Surface parking shall be reserved for non-residential uses including loading areas and emergency vehicle access and must be clearly designated as such. (C) There is no minimum or maximum parking limit for residential uses. (D) On-street parking is permitted but shall not be counted toward required parking for commercial uses. 3/1/2007 Page 9 of 15 86 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC (E) The design of all above-grade parking structures shall be visually compatible with surrounding structures and shall relate to the design context of the area. Exterior walls of parking structures shall be designed with materials, colors, and architectural articulation in a manner that provides a visual compatibility with adjacent buildings and environment. All parking structures shall be visually obscured from the river. Non-residential uses shall be included along first-floor street frontages. Active uses are encouraged on the sidewalk level of parking structures. Ground floor structured parking does not satisfy non-residential use requirements. (II) General site design: Each of the following components shall be included in RFMU developments. The site plan submitted for review shall include a narrative describing how the project will incorporate each of these components: (A) Clearly defined common spaces. Plazas, courtyards, riverwalks and other areas are necessary to provide for public gathering and interaction. Amenities such as benches, planters, lighting, fountains, art and landscaping that further the design theme of the project and encourage interaction are required. (B) View corridors. Views of the Cape Fear River shall not be significantly obstructed by buildings or other structures. All developments shall provide view corridors along streets connecting to the river. Any street that terminates within fifty (50) feet of the riverwalk shall provide a public space, park or access area that is a clearly defined entry point to the required riverwalk. (C) Multi-modal transportation opportunities. Public boating, walking, bicycling, or water taxi services and the facilities necessary for such uses. i. Pedestrian accessibility and concentration of development (critical mass) within a compact, walkable area. Pedestrian circulation shall be clearly defined with paving materials and/or landscaping and shall connect all uses. ii. Bicycle and/or pedestrian connectivity to adjacent or nearby developments is required, when feasible. iii. Sidewalks are required on each side of rights-of-way and private streets throughout the development and are to be installed along all building frontages. Sidewalks shall maintain a minimum width of twelve (12) feet. Sidewalk width may be reduced on internal private streets with TRC approval. Sidewalks may be limited to a single side of rights-of-way or private streets or sidewalk width may be reduced when right-of-way or private street abuts streams, ponds, or wetlands or when contextual design constraints dictate, as determined by the TRC. (D) Integrated design of the project. Projects require special attention to building design because ofthe intermixing ofland uses. Functional integration of residential and commercial uses shall be considered during design of RFMU projects. The following standards are intended to guide development of such projects: 3/1/2007 Page 10 of15 87 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC i. Primary building entrances shall be oriented toward public sidewalks along primary street or riverwalk frontages. Development along new or existing public streets should provide inviting facades and through appropriate scale and quality materials should foster a walkable and enjoyable pedestrian environment. n. Massing and development scale: No visible facade shall be "blank" or without features or detail. For buildings greater than thirty-three (33) feet in width, visible facades shall incorporate periodic transitions no farther apart than two-thirds (2/3) of the building height in order to create a vertical orientation. This transition may be achieved by utilizing at least two methods including, but not limited to the use of facade offsets, recesses, pilasters or change in materials. For buildings exceeding four (4) stories or fifty (50) feet, whichever is less, facades shall incorporate a visual transition to distinguish the building base from the upper floors of the building. This transition may be achieved by utilizing at least two methods including, but not limited to the use of building facade offsets, cornices, belt courses, moldings or other linear motifs. For buildings greater than fifty (50) feet in width, facades shall be expressed as two (2) or more separate building facades no greater then fifty (50) feet in width utilizing the aforementioned methods. The predominant orientation offenestration (window arrangement) within the facade shall also be vertical. Horizontal bands or "ribbons" of windows shall not be permitted within the first four (4) stories or fifty (50) feet of building height. At least fifty (50) percent of the ground-level fayade shall be constructed of transparent materials or otherwise designed to allow pedestrian view of inside activities. iii. Height relationships: The exterior expression of any building facade must be distinguished at a point not less than thirteen (13) feet, six (6) inches above the ground level at the front facade. This distinction may be accomplished by incorporating features including but not limited to, horizontal architectural members such as molding, belt courses, or a change in materials or fenestration. iv. Screening: All dumpsters, outside storage areas and any ground level mechanical equipment shall be screened. Screening shall be a minimum of six (6) feet in height and shall consist of living and non-living material as specified in Article 8 of this Chapter. Generic chain link fencing shall not be permitted as a screening alternative. (E) Dwelling unit size. Minimum residential unit size shall be seven hundred and fifty (750) square feet. (F) Connection to the surrounding community. RFMU projects shall be designed as an integral part of the surrounding community and not as an isolated development. RFMU developments shall not be gated and shall be interconnected to any surrounding developments with pedestrian and vehicular connections. Developments shall include plans for future pedestrian and vehicular connections to adjacent undeveloped properties. 3/1/2007 Page 11 ofl5 88 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC (G) Phasing. RFMU projects may be phased. Site plan submittals meeting all requirements of this ordinance and other applicable sections of the County Zoning Ordinance shall be considered to be a "phase". Additional phases shall become part of the existing development. The entire project, including the first phase and all subsequent phases, shall meet all ordinance requirements as a unified development at all times. The Technical Review Committee (TRC) may require all external street interconnections, stonnwater systems, utilities and other public improvements to be constructed in the first phase to ensure that the phase will function as a stand alone mixed use development. The first phase of construction shall commence within twelve (12) months of project approval. 59.9-5 Public space. (I) Purpose: It is intended that RFMU developments incorporate public spaces, including but not limited to: natural wetlands, forested areas, atriums, parks, the riverwalk, internal courtyards, plazas, or other undisturbed or improved spaces. Each RFMU project shall contain a minimum ten (10) percent functional public space, in addition to a riverwalk as defined in 59.9-5(2) of this section. Rights-of-way, other than street sidewalks, may be included within public space calculations only if the right-of-way serves a primarily pedestrian function. Public spaces shall be pedestrian-oriented and shall shape the design and character of the project through a connecting system of pedestrian areas that create a relationship among the various components of the built environment. The pedestrian spaces shall include features such as landscaping, gardens, benches, artwork, sculpture and water features to improve their appeal. These spaces shall also provide a pleasant gathering place for transit users. Public space areas shall provide adequate amenities for comfort and convenience such as seating, lighting, directional signage, bicycle racks, drinking fountains, shelters, trash receptacles, or public restrooms. To ensure that public spaces are well used, they shall be visible, easily accessible by the public and barrier free with multiple points of entry from public areas (streets, sidewalks, walkways, the riverwalk, and bike paths). Public space shall be oriented to maximize exposure to the water and scenic views. Streets perpendicular to the river shoreline shall be designed as landscaped corridors that terminate with pedestrian access to the river. Public spaces may be either natural or recreational. "Natural" public spaces are intended to protect natural resources, protect water quality and provide habitat for wildlife. "Recreational" public spaces are intended to provide active or passive recreation opportunities. Public spaces shall have linkages that reinforce pedestrian movement. Merchandise and eating areas shall be designed to be contiguous with public spaces and pedestrian ways. Plants used in landscaping areas shall be native species, of the highest quality and of sufficient quantity and scale to make a visual impact. Plantings shall be selected and located so that their functional and aesthetic qualities can be maximized. Public space shall provide areas shaded by trees and/or structures. Small-scale stonn water treatment shall be integrated into the landscaping wherever possible, including recessed landscaped areas with curb openings or sloped curbs to serve as rain gardens or bioinfiltration areas. Restoration of wetland vegetation is encouraged along the riverfront. 3/1/2007 Page 12 of 15 89 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC Sites of historic interest or sites providing an opportunity and context for historical interpretation along the riverfront shall be incorporated into public space areas and appropriately commemorated and marked with interpretive signage. Development in the district shall integrate artwork into public space settings wherever possible. Artwork may consist of free-standing pieces (e.g. sculptures and fountains) or may be integrated with surroundings (e.g. relief sculpture embedded into pavement or wall, mosaics, murals, decorative fixtures, etc.) to create a strong visual interest. Artwork should be context-appropriate and custom-made utilizing local artisans, reinforcing and complementing the character of the riverfront. Public spaces designed to accommodate live performing arts and public gatherings should be integrated into the development whenever feasible. (2) Riverwalk: Riverfront properties possess the unique opportunity to provide public space adjacent to and along the Cape Fear River corridor. A riverwalk not only provides public access to the river but also accents significant community asset and draws activity to and along the river corridor. To serve the purpose of public access to the riverfront, all RFMU developments shall dedicate the land necessary to provide for the construction of a continuous and contiguous public riverwalk along the river's edge for a length as defined by the development's boundaries adjacent to the riverfront. (A) Easement and access: Public access across the property, between the river's edge and the public right-of-way, Private Street or structure running parallel with the river's edge, shall be provided at a minimum width often (10) feet. This access shall be granted through an easement or other property interest as approved by the County Attorney. The access shall meet ADA Design Standards. Developments shall provide public access connections to a riverwalk, perpendicular to the shoreline at intervals of no more two-hundred (200) feet. These walkways should be intensively activated with ground level retail activities, landscaping, and be designed with a series of public spaces to accentuate the pedestrian experience. This access shall be granted through an easement or other property interest as approved by the County Attorney. The access shall meet ADA Design Standards. The "river's edge" shall be defined as the "Normal High Water" (NHW) level measured from the water's edge to the proposed building elevation closest to and facing the river. "Normal High Water" is established by a field representative from the Division of Coastal Management or by the New Hanover County Local Permit Officer when an application for a CAMA permit has been submitted. (B) Riverfront facilities shall provide multi-modal transportation opportunities, including public boating, walking, bicycling, and public bus or water taxi uses and the facilities necessary for such uses. Private dock space shall not restrict public access to the riverwalk. (C) Construction plans for riverwalk shall be approved by the County Manager or designee, in consultation with the County Engineer, and shall be designed to accommodate future connections to adjacent parcels. (3) Dock space: Private dock space shall not restrict public access to the riverwalk. 3/1/2007 Page 13 of 15 90 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC 59.9-6 Procedural requirements for the establishment of a RFMU District. Proposals for a RFMU District shall be processed in three (3) stages: I) conceptual review, 2) rezoning application/preliminary site plan; and 3) final plan/site plan. The conceptual plan shall represent the applicant's general sketch and impression of the anticipated pattern of development planned for the development. The preliminary site plan shall be reviewed by the Technical Review Committee prior to submission of an application for Planning Board agenda and shall contain the following information: a. Tract boundaries and total area and location of adjoining land parcels and roadways; b. Existing zoning of the tract and neighboring parcels and proposed tract zoning; c. Proposed use ofland, structures and other improvements. For residential uses, this shall include number, height and type of units and site plan outlining area to be occupied by each structure and/or subdivided lot boundaries. For non- residential uses, this shall include approximate square footage and height of each structure, an outline of the area it will occupy and the specific purpose for which it will be used; d. Development schedule including proposed phasing; e. Traffic and Parking Plan to include a statement of impact concerning local traffic near the tract, proposed right-of-way dedication, plans for access to and from the tract, location, width and right-of-way for internal streets and location, arrangement and access provisions for parking areas; A transportation information sheet is required for any development that will generate more than 100 trips during the peak hour, a traffic impact study may also be required. The study shall be prepared in accordance with Standards and Guidelines approved by the County and shall be submitted at least four weeks prior to the first scheduled meeting a the project's review. (5/02) f. All existing and proposed easements, reservations, required setbacks, rights-of- way, buffering and signage; g. The one hundred (100) year flood plain line; h. Location and sizing of trees required to be protected under Section 67 of the Zoning Ordinance and in the provisions for this district. 1. Any additional conditions and requirements, which represent greater restrictions on development and use of the tract which may include federal, state or local ordinances or planning documents. J. Any other information that will facilitate review ofthe proposed change. The final plan shall provide the document on which building permits and other applicable County approvals are issued. Additional Definitions Way-finding sign: A sign of which the message is exclusively limited to guiding the circulation of and providing direction for motorists or pedestrians within the site. Building base: The lower levels of a building that do not exceed four (4) stories or fifty (50) feet, whichever is less, and are distinguished architecturally from the upper floors of the building. 3/1/2007 Page 14 of 15 91 NHCO RFMU 3-12-07 CC Fenestration: The arrangement and design of openings, such as windows, within a building. 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W 0 95 This page intentionally left blank. 96 97 This page intentionally left blank. 98 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Regular Item #: 7.3 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Planning Presenter: Sam Burgess Contact: Sam Burgess Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Public Hearing Road Closure (SC-83, 01/07) - Request by James D. Smith for Ronald Strickland to Close a Portion of Allen Avenue BRIEF SUMMARY: On behalf of Ronald Strickland, Attorney James D. Smith has petitioned the County to close a 100 x 20 foot segment of Allen Avenue. Allen Avenue is an unimproved right-of-way that serves access to several homes located near the Intracoastal Waterway. County Engineering and County Fire Services have expressed concern regarding closing the road. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Planning Staff recommends that the road remain open. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ~ ~ S C-83revised. doc Road Closing-Allen A venue Itr. doc adjacent property map and aerial photo ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Denied 5-0. 99 CASE: SC-83, 01/07 APPLICANT: James D. Smith for Ronald Strickland REQUEST: Close a Portion of Allen Avenue LOCATION: Near the Eastern End of Loder Avenue, Myrtle Grove Community Backe:round Information On behalf of Ronald Strickland, Attorney James D. Smith has petitioned the County to close a 100 x 20 foot segment of Allen Avenue located off the eastern end, south, and running perpendicular to Loder Avenue. This road is a part of Plat Book 3, Page 10 recorded in the Registry of New Hanover County. Allen Avenue is an unimproved right-of-way that serves access to several homes that are located near the Intracoastal Waterway. In accordance with N.C.G.S. 153-A-241, the Board of County Commissioners adopted a Resolution of Intent to close the roadway on February 5, 2007. A site map depicting the segment of Allen Avenue to be closed is attached. Staff Comments As depicted on the site map and field observation, Allen Avenue is a graveled unimproved right-of-way with a road right of way width of 20 feet. Presently, the road serves access to four (4) parcels ofland, one (1) with a residential structure (see aerial). These four parcels of land are noted on the map as numbers 3 (Keiser), 1 (Strickland), 4 (Strickland), and 9 (Strickland). In a review of the of the Allen Avenue road closure proposal, County Engineering staff has indicated that a sewer line runs through the right of way and that the entire width needs to be retained to accommodate the utility easement. Staff notes that there is a potential to land lock parcel number 3 (Keiser) if it is sold to a separate party in the future if the road is closed. County Fire Services has expressed the same concern for emergency service delivery. Staff Recommendation Present utility infrastructure within Allen Avenue along with the potential land locking concerns should be considered by the Board in deciding whether to close this segment of the road. For these reasons, staff recommends that the road remain open. ----..-- .-..--..- ------- 100 ~ f!'tI (:Ie .. " ~.g ... :ii CD e N - ! M i ClO i I CJ en E m~~i .= ~ci:S en or( lot: o 5i E en _ =1'1I . CJ c....a: ,,~~~ ~.2H 1:: 'Q.D:: ~ o...~ G..c:e.e 101 New Hanover County Planning Department County Annex Building 230 Marketplace Drive, Suite 150 Chris O'Keefe Wilmington, NC 28403 P 910.798.7165 Planning Director F 910.798.7053 January 22, 2007 Mr. James D. Smith 105 South Front Street Wilmington, NC 28401 Re: Road Closing Application (Portion of Allen Avenue - Myrtle Grove Area) Dear Mr. Smith: Please be advised that your road closing application has been received and is being processed by the County Planning Department. Your request is to close a portion of Allen A venue located off Loder A venue in the Myrtle Grove area. The following time line has been created for the road closing request and will be culminate with a public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners if the Resolution of Intent to close the road is adopted. Resolution Of Intent Monday, February 5, 2007 Advertised STAR NEWS Friday, February 9, 2007 Advertised STAR NEWS Friday, February 16, 2007 Advertised STAR NEWS Friday, February 23,2007 Advertised STAR NEWS Friday, March 2, 2007 Public Hearing (if Resolution adopted) Monday, March 12, 2007 The County Commissioners will meet on Monday, February 5, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. or soon thereafter in the General Assembly Room of the Old County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street to consider the Resolution of Intent. Contact me if you have any questions. I can be reached at 798-7441. Sincerely, /- 'J Iu.A ,~ Sam Burgess Principal Development Planner f\LE COpy 102 MEETING OF THE WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT ASSEMBL Y ROOM, NEW HANOVER COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE 24 NORTH THIRD STREET, ROOM 301 WILMINGTON, NC ESTIMATED ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page TIMES No. 4:00 p.m. 1. Non-Agenda Items (limit three minutes) 4:05 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes 103 4: 10 p.m. 3. Acceptance of Right- of-Ways in Parmele Woods Subdivision and Common 105 Area/Green Space in Laurel Lea Subdivision for Public Dedication 4:20 p.m. 4. Consideration of Resolution for Condemnation for Water and Sewer Easement 111 4:30 p.m. 5. Consideration of Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehabilitation Project: 121 Amendment to Contract 07-0128 with HDR Engineering Services and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 07-154 4:40 p.m. 6. Consideration of Adoption of Capital Project Ordinance for the Bradley Creek 133 Outfall Line Rehabilitation Project, Award of Contract 07-0295 and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 2007-72 4:55 p.m. Break 5:05 p.m. 7. Consideration of New Hanover County 2006 Waste Water Master Plan Update 151 Amendment #2 - Professional Services Proposal for: Pump Station 77 (Westwood) Force Main Improvements/Diversion Pump Station 35 (Bradley Creek) Junction Box Redesign Northeast Interceptor (NEI) Value Engineering and Coordination Services and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 2007-73 5:20 p.m. 8. Adoption of Resolution Declaring a 3930 Ford Tractor Surplus, Approving 173 Trade-in and Purchase of a New Holland Compact Track Loader 103 This page intentionally left blank. 104 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Water & Sewer Item #: 2 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Governing Body Presenter: District Chairman Kopp Contact: Sheila L. Schult Item Does Not Require Review SUBJECT: Water and Sewer Agenda - Approval of Minutes BRIEF SUMMARY: Approve minutes from the Water and Sewer District Regular Meeting held on February 19,2007. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Approve minutes. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 105 This page intentionally left blank. 106 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Water & Sewer Item #: 3 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Water & Sewer District Presenter: Greg Thompson Contact: Christine Q. Neal SUBJECT: Acceptance of Right-of-Ways in Parmele Woods Subdivision and Common Area/Green Space in laurel lea Subdivision for Public Dedication BRIEF SUMMARY: The County is requested to accept the following right of ways for sewer and water purposes: 1) Parmele Woods Subdivision - The County has directed a private developer to install a proposed future County sewer line in a right-of-way within the Parmele Wood Subdivision. With the installation of this line and in addition to the future benefits from this sewer installation, the County will be able to service several homes in the area, ahead of the projected dates. This is the most efficient route for service to this area. Attached is a document accepting the right-of-ways. 2) Laurel Lea Subdivision - The County is in the process of installing a water line and a water concentrate line within the Porters Neck/Edgewater Road area (as shown on the attached map). Thus, it is necessary to obtain many easements along this route. The platted common area/green space for Laurel Lea Subdivision was not originally deeded to the District. The drainage area/easements are platted and offered for public acceptance. Attached is a document accepting the common area/green space for water and sewer purposes. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Staff recommends that the Board accept the right-of-ways in Parmele Woods and common area/green space in the Laurel Lea subdivision, and authorize the Chairman to execute the documents of acceptance. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: Water and Sewer Operating Fund ATTACHMENTS: .11~ .11! .~j .~j Laurel Lea. jpg Parmele Subdivision. jpg REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: N/A HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A 107 COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 108 1 ~ I I .- UJ -I IJJ ~ ex st ~~ II' ..~ ill. ~.:" if~.I~. .~~ .I..;J ~. ~:2 ~ .r!iS. "h..~ .~ .., w~ .~ ... 'i.'.... .... ~t: ; 11 . . .4\ ~.' ....:. ..1...1'. ....I.....il.....~.......i. I ...101 . ;i I ~i ~I . ;' -~..q, , i i i 109 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT WHEREAS, G.S. Chapter 153A, Article 15 authorizes counties to establish water and sewer systems, and G.S. Chapter 162A, Article 6 authorizes counties to establish a water and sewer district; and WHEREAS, New Hanover County has established the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District, which District has arranged for construction of a water and sewer system in the unincorporated County; and WHEREAS, the District desires to locate portions of the water and sewer system within dedicated subdivision easements in New Hanover County; and WHEREAS, various easements in New Hanover County have been dedicated to the public use by the recordation of a subdivision plat or other map; and WHEREAS, G.S. 153A-158 authorizes acquisition ofa fee or lesser interest in real property by gift, grant or other lawful method; and WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District desires to accept the offer of dedication of subdivision streets and easements for the purpose of providing Sewer and/or water services to County residents by and through the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows: That New Hanover County Water and Sewer District hereby accepts for sewer and/or water utility and other purposes, in the District's discretion, the offer of dedication of the subdivision easement as more fully set forth below: Description: Being those streets and easements of Parmele Woods Subdivision as shown in Map Book 28, Page 143, New Hanover County Registry. The New Hanover County Water and Sewer District does not accept said subdivision easements and streets for the purpose of providing any drainage services or road maintenance whatsoever. ADOPTED, this the 12th day of March 2007 NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT [SEAL] Chairman ATTEST: Clerk to the Board 110 111 N N i ~ I~j 151 Ii I~ -- 112 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT WHEREAS, G.S. Chapter 153A, Article 15 authorizes counties to establish water and sewer systems, and G.S. Chapter 162A, Article 6 authorizes counties to establish a water and sewer district; and WHEREAS, New Hanover County has established the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District, which District has arranged for construction of a water and sewer system in the unincorporated County; and WHEREAS, the District desires to locate portions of the water and sewer system within dedicated subdivision easements in New Hanover County; and WHEREAS, various easements in New Hanover County have been dedicated to the public use by the recordation of a subdivision plat or other map; and WHEREAS, G.S. 153A-158 authorizes acquisition ofa fee or lesser interest in real property by gift, grant or other lawful method; and WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District desires to accept the offer of dedication of subdivision streets and common areas for the purpose of providing Sewer and/or water services to County residents by and through the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows: That New Hanover County Water and Sewer District hereby accepts for sewer and/or water utility and other purposes, in the District's discretion, the offer of dedication of the subdivision easement as more fully set forth below: Description: Being that common area designated "Green," "20' Alley," "Common Area Green Space" and Reunion Road as shown on a plat of Laurel Lea Subdivision, Phase 1, recorded in Map Book 38, Page 22, New Hanover County Registry. The New Hanover County Water and Sewer District does not accept said common areas or subdivision streets for the purpose of providing any drainage services or road/common area maintenance whatsoever. ADOPTED, this the 12th day of March 2007 NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT [SEAL] Chairman ATTEST: Clerk to the Board 113 114 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Water & Sewer Item #: 4 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Water & Sewer District Presenter: Greg Thompson Contact: Christine Q. Neal SUBJECT: Consideration of Resolution for Condemnation for Water and Sewer Easement Tax Parcels: R03705-001-005-000, R03705-001-006-000, R03705-001-007 -000 R03705-001-008-000, R03705-001-011-000, R03705-001-012-000 BRIEF SUMMARY: Staff has been working with the property owners for the last several months to obtain an easement across the referenced parcels. All contacts and negotiations have proceeded favorably, and with the exception of the owners of the referenced parcels, easement acquisition has occurred in a timely fashion. The proposed easement is situated on the properties adjacent to the existing Porters Neck Road right-of-way and within the existing buildable set back on the property. These easements were requested, in conjunction with the north County water improvements and future water treatment facility. When completed, this area will have access to potable drinking water and improved fire protection. All property owners were initially offered a free %" water tap and waiving of the water development fee and meter fee (current value of $1 ,770, subject to increase in the near future) for a 10' permanent utility easement. In a second attempt to expedite the matter, an additional check of $1 ,000 was offered. These easements are necessary to provide adequate and safe access for installation and future maintenance along this populated road. In addition to consideration of phone lines and a natural gas line, the North Carolina Department of Transportation is requiring construction to be 5' from the existing edge of pavement along this route, thus forcing construction closer to the existing property line. State required separation of water and sewer lines restricts our use of the opposite side of this road. Condemnation is necessary to close the easement on these parcels within a reasonable length of time to allow for the service to the immediate surrounding area and to maintain timely construction progress of this project. R03705-001-011-000be initiated. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Staff recommends that the resolution for condemnation be approved with authorization for the Chairman to execute, if necessary. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: 11 .. ....... Phase 1 cCindem.jpg 115 REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: FINANCE: BUDGET: N/A HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Two properties, Cole (R03705-001-008-000) and Duncan (R03705-001-011-000), were voluntarily resolved prior to the meeting. Resolutions of Condemnation were approved 5-0 for the four remaining parcels. 116 117 This page intentionally left blank. 118 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT WHEREAS, it is necessary for construction of utilities to acquire permanent and temporary water and sewer utility easements, on the property of Alan E. Cole and Brenda 1. Cole, Deed Book 4475, Page 468, New Hanover County Registry, more specifically described as a ten foot (10') wide permanent easement adjoining and abutting the property line ofthe referenced parcel and Porters Neck Road. WHEREAS, it is necessary to utilize the District's power of eminent domain to acquire the above referenced easement in that negotiations to acquire said easement have been unsuccessful in obtaining the property owner's consent. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District hereby resolves that the necessary easement on, over and across the Alan E. Cole and Brenda J. Cole property, Tax Parcel No. RO 3705-001-008-000, Deed Book 4475, Page 468, New Hanover County Registry be acquired by condemnation. County staff is hereby authorized to take any and all actions, including suit, necessary to obtain said real property interest. This the 12th day of March 2007. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Chairman ATTEST: Clerk to the Board 119 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT WHEREAS, it is necessary for construction of utilities to acquire permanent and temporary water and sewer utility easements, on the property of Douglas V. Duncan and Resh H. Duncan, Deed Book 1239, Page 1419, New Hanover County Registry, more specifically described as a ten foot (10') wide permanent easement adjoining and abutting the property line of the referenced parcel and Porters Neck Road. WHEREAS, it is necessary to utilize the District's power of eminent domain to acquire the above referenced easement in that negotiations to acquire said easement have been unsuccessful in obtaining the property owner's consent. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District hereby resolves that the necessary easement on, over and across the Douglas V. Duncan and Resh H. Duncan property, Tax Parcel No. RO 3705-001-011-000, Deed Book 1239, Page 1419, New Hanover County Registry be acquired by condemnation. County staff is hereby authorized to take any and all actions, including suit, necessary to obtain said real property interest. This the 12th day of March 2007. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Chairman ATTEST: Clerk to the Board 120 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT WHEREAS, it is necessary for construction of utilities to acquire permanent and temporary water and sewer utility easements, on the property of Mark Fallon and Mary T. Fallon, Deed Book 1725, Page 7, New Hanover County Registry, more specifically described as a ten foot (10') wide permanent easement adjoining and abutting the property line of the referenced parcel and Porters Neck Road. WHEREAS, it is necessary to utilize the District's power of eminent domain to acquire the above referenced easement in that negotiations to acquire said easement have been unsuccessful in obtaining the property owner's consent. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District hereby resolves that the necessary easement on, over and across the Mark Fallon and Mary T. Fallon property, Tax Parcel No. RO 3705-001-012-000, Deed Book 1725, Page 7, New Hanover County Registry be acquired by condemnation. County staff is hereby authorized to take any and all actions, including suit, necessary to obtain said real property interest. This the 12th day of March 2007. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Chairman ATTEST: Clerk to the Board 121 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT WHEREAS, it is necessary for construction of utilities to acquire permanent and temporary water and sewer utility easements, on the property of Michael J. Madej and Dylah S. Madej, Deed Book 2745, Page 970, New Hanover County Registry, more specifically described as a ten foot (10') wide permanent easement adjoining and abutting the property line of the referenced parcel and Porters Neck Road. WHEREAS, it is necessary to utilize the District's power of eminent domain to acquire the above referenced easement in that negotiations to acquire said easement have been unsuccessful in obtaining the property owner's consent. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District hereby resolves that the necessary easement on, over and across the Michael 1. Madej and Dylah S. Madej property, Tax Parcel No. RO 3705-001-005-000, Deed Book 2745, Page 970, New Hanover County Registry be acquired by condemnation. County staff is hereby authorized to take any and all actions, including suit, necessary to obtain said real property interest. This the lih day of March 2007. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Chairman ATTEST: Clerk to the Board 122 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT WHEREAS, it is necessary for construction of utilities to acquire permanent and temporary water and sewer utility easements, on the property of John D. Warren, Deed Book 1879, Page 491, New Hanover County Registry, more specifically described as a ten foot (10') wide permanent easement adjoining and abutting the property line of the referenced parcel and Porters Neck Road. WHEREAS, it is necessary to utilize the District's power of eminent domain to acquire the above referenced easement in that negotiations to acquire said easement have been unsuccessful in obtaining the property owner's consent. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District hereby resolves that the necessary easement on, over and across the Alan E. Cole and Brenda J. Cole property, Tax Parcel No. RO 3705-001-007-000, Deed Book 1879, Page 491, New Hanover County Registry be acquired by condemnation. County staff is hereby authorized to take any and all actions, including suit, necessary to obtain said real property interest. This the 1 ih day of March 2007. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Chairman ATTEST: Clerk to the Board 123 A RESOLUTION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT WHEREAS, it is necessary for construction of utilities to acquire permanent and temporary water and sewer utility easements, on the property of William Neches (Michaelson) Trust, Deed Book 5052, Page 2189, New Hanover County Registry, more specifically described as a ten foot (10') wide permanent easement adjoining and abutting the property line of the referenced parcel and Porters Neck Road. WHEREAS, it is necessary to utilize the District's power of eminent domain to acquire the above referenced easement in that negotiations to acquire said easement have been unsuccessful in obtaining the property owner's consent. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District hereby resolves that the necessary easement on, over and across the William Neches Trust property, Tax Parcel No. RO 3705-001-006-000, Deed Book 5052, Page 2189, New Hanover County Registry be acquired by condemnation. County staff is hereby authorized to take any and all actions, including suit, necessary to obtain said real property interest. This the 1 ih day of March 2007. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Chairman ATTEST: Clerk to the Board 124 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Water & Sewer Item #: 5 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Water & Sewer District Presenter: Greg Thompson Contact: Greg Thompson SUBJECT: Consideration of Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehabilitation Project: Amendment to Contract 07-0128 with HDR Engineering Services and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 07-154 BRIEF SUMMARY: On August 14, 2006, the Commissioners approved hiring HDR Engineering of the Carolinas as Design Engineer/Project Manager for the Bradley Creek Outfall Line (BCOL) Rehabilitation Project. Don Safrit, P.E., of HDR is the Project Manager for this County project. Services provided to the County under this Contract are Engineering and Design, Bidding and Award, and Project Management Services. This project was advertised January 28-31,2007, with a bid opening date of February 27,2007. During the planning and design stage, additional sewer manholes in the Bradley Creek sewer basin were noted as deteriorated and requiring rehabilitation. These manholes were added to the upcoming BCOL rehabilitation via Contract Addendum #1. The cost of this extra work by HDR Engineering is $13,280. Engineering requested that HDR also prepare an estimated cost for NEI Regulatory Assistance and Capacity Analysis. The scope of this work will be to provide regulatory guidance and assistance in discussions and capacity analysis with the NC Department of Environment Resources/Division of Water Quality. HDR's estimate for this work is $10,000. The total cost of these items is $23,280. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Staff requests approval of associated budget amendment 07-154 in the amount of $23,280 for approval for professional engineering services to HDR Engineering of the Carolinas. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: Water and Sewer District Operating Fund ATTACHMENTS: ~ ~ ~ ... .:.. ... ..... ~; ~; ........ . .. ContI act 07 -0128 Amd No 1. pdf ContI act 07-0128 Amendment H D R Letter. pdf 07-154.doc REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES: 125 COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 126 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Budget Amendment BUDGET AMENDMENT Number: 07-154 DEPARTMENT: Engineering BE IT ORDAINED by the New Hanover County Commissioners that the following amendment be made to the Water and Sewer District ordinance: Expenditure Decrease Increase Water and Sewer Administration: Contracted Services $23,280 Revenue Decrease Increase Water and Sewer Finance: Appropriated Fund Balance (W&S) $23,280 EXPLANATION: To budget for HDR Engineering Contract for additional sewer manholes and NIE infrastructure analysis. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 127 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA NEW HANOVER COUNTY AMENDMENT NO: 1 TO CONTRACT NO: 07-0128 NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT THIS AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT, made and entered into this the _ day of ,20_, by and between NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, a body politic and corporate of the State of North Carolina (hereinafter called "COUNTY"); and HDR ENGINEERING, INC. OF THE CAROLINAS, (hereinafter called "ENGINEER"). WIT N E SSE T H: WHEREAS, the COUNTY and ENGINEER entered into Contract No: 07-0128, dated the 15th day of November 2006 and WHEREAS, the COUNTY and ENGINEER now desire to amend such Contract for the purpose of authorizing services related to water and/or wastewater regulatory assistance and any associated professional engineering services. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions contained herein, the Contract is hereby amended by adding the following Scope of Services and fee schedule. 1. Scope of Services Task A - Bradley Creek Junction Box Evaluation HDR was requested to consider modification of the existing project scope to provide design services, regulatory approval, bid and award, and construction observation services to abandon the existing junction box structure and construction of a new junction box. Activities included review of existing as-built drawings, on-site meetings/discussions with County staff, on-site meetings/discussions with prospective subconsultants (wetland delineations and surveying), and structural/electrical considerations. Efforts involved 37 hours of labor for associated resources (project manager, project engineer, CAD, electrical engineer, structural engineer and clerical assistance) and included three (3) separate trips to Wilmington. Total cost for this activity is $6,195. Page I of7 128 Task B - Addendum No. 1 - Bradley Creek Outfall Additional Manholes for Rehabilitation HDR was requested to include thirty-one (31) additional sanitary sewer manholes to the project. Activities included additional meetings/discussions with County staff, review of existing as-built drawings of manholes to be included, development of an engineering drawing to accompany the current design package, development of an Addendum package to address additional contractor responsibilities and dissemination of Addendum package to Plan Holders' List. Efforts involved 67 hours of labor for associated resources (project manager, project engineer, CAD, clerical assistance and QAlQC staff). Total cost for this activity is $7,085. Task C - Northeast Interceptor (NEI) Regulatory Assistance / Capacity Analysis HDR has been requested to provide regulatory assistance to the County associated with the NEI system. This effort will include discussions and meetings with County staff and NC DENR Division of Water Quality staff to discuss capacity issues associated with the NEI system and wastewater treatment facilities. 2. Fee for Services Compensation for HDR's additional services under this Agreement Amendment for Tasks A and B will be lump sum and Task C shall be on the basis of hourly rates and expenses. Compensation for HDR's Services for Task C shall be in accordance with the attached Appendices 1 and 2. The attached Reimbursable Expenses Schedule (Appendix 1) and Standard Hourly Rates (Appendix 2) will be effective through December 31,2007. The Reimbursable Expenses Schedule and Standard Hourly Rates and will be adjusted annually (effective January 1) to reflect equitable changes in the compensation payable to HDR. The COUNTY agrees to pay to the ENGINEER for the faithful performance of this contract, a fee based upon labor and reimbursable expenses, not to exceed twenty-three thousand two hundred and eighty dollars ($23,280). This amount is an estimated compensation amount and may not be sufficient to compensate HDR for all of the services requested by the County. Should it become apparent to HDR that this estimated compensation amount will be exceeded, HDR shall give the County written notice thereof. Promptly thereafter the County and HDR shall review the matter of services requested to be performed and compensation for such services. 3. Proiect Time Schedule Upon receipt of written directives on a particular issue to address, ENGINEER shall perform the services requested by the County's designated representative. Except as modified by this Amendment to Contract, all of the terms, conditions, and covenants set forth in the above mentioned contract shall remain in full force and effect. Page 2 of 7 129 4. Commencement and Completion of Work The ENGINEER for the project under this contract shall commence work under his contract within ten days after written notice by the COUNTY, and shall fully complete all work thereunder within the time stated herein. Page 3 of7 130 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the COUNTY has caused this Amendment to Contract to be duly executed in its name and behalf and the ENGINEER has caused this Amendment to Contract to be duly executed in its name and behalf and its corporate seal to be hereunto affixed, and attested to. NEW HANOVER COUNTY County Manager ATTEST: Clerk to the Board HDR ENGINEERING, INe. OF THE CAROLINAS R. Wayne Moody, P.E., Senior Vice President ATTEST: Secretary This instrument has been pre-audited in the manner Required by the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act. APPROVED AS TO FORM: County Finance Director County Attorney NORTH CAROLINA NEW HANOVER COUNTY Page 4 of 7 131 I, , a Notary Public of the State and County aforesaid, certify that Sheila Schult personally came before me this day and acknowledged that she is Clerk to the Board of Commissioners of New Hanover County, and that by authority duly given and as the act of the Board, the foregoing instrument was signed in its name by its County Manager, sealed with its corporate seal and attested by herself as its Clerk. WITNESS my hand and official seal, this _ day of ,2007. Notary Public My commission expires: STATE OF COUNTY OF I, , a Notary Public of the State and County aforesaid, do hereby certify that personally came before me and acknowledged that (s)he is Secretary of HDR ENGINEERING, INC. OF THE CAROLINAS, a North Carolina corporation, and that by authority duly given, the foregoing instrument was signed by its Senior Vice President, sealed with its corporate seal and attested by himlherself as its Secretary. WITNESS my hand and official seal, this _ day of ,2007. Notary Public My commission expires: Page 5 of? 132 APPENDIX 1 OF SPECIFIC CONDITIONS AGREED TO BETWEEN OWNER AND ENGINEER This is Appendix 1, consisting of 1 page, referred to in and part of the Specific Conditions Agreed to between OWNER and ENGINEER for Professional Services. Reimbursable Expenses Schedule Current agreements for engineering services stipulate that the Reimbursable Expenses are subject to review and adjustment per original Agreement. Reimbursable expenses for services performed on the date of the Specific Conditions are: FAX $ 0.25 /page 8"xll" Copies/Impression (B/W) $ 0.10 /page 8"xll" Copies (Color) $ 1.00/page Black Line Print (Size D and E) Copies $ 1.25 /sq. ft. Reproducible Copies (Mylar) $ 2.75 /sq. ft. Reproducible Copies (Paper) $ 1.00 /sq. ft. Mileage (auto) Federal Allowance Technology Charge (Computer) $ 4.10 /hour GPS Field Equipment Charge $ 1O.00/hour Soil Sampling $ 50.00 /sample TCLP Laboratory Analysis at cost Long Distance Phone Calls at cost Mea1s and Lodging at cost Other at cost Rate Schedule is effective through December 31,2007. Page 1 of 1 (Appendix 1- Reimbursable Expenses Schedule) 133 APPENDIX 2 OF SPECIFIC CONDITIONS AGREED TO BETWEEN OWNER AND ENGINEER This is Appendix 2, consisting of 1 page, referred to in and part of the Specific Conditions Agreed to between OWNER and ENGINEER for Professional Services. Standard Hourly Rates Schedule Current agreements for engineering services stipulate that the standard hourly rates are subject to review and adjustment per original Agreement. Hourly rates for services performed on the date of the Specific Conditions are: Project Principal $ 200.00 /hour Project Manager $ 175.00 /hour QA/QC $ 175.00 /hour Senior Professional Engineer $ 150.00/hour Senior Professional Geologist $ 150.00/hour Professional Engineer $ 120.00/hour Professional Geologist $ 120.00 /hour Engineering Intern $ 100.00 /hour Senior Environmental Scientist $ 100.00/hour Junior Environmental Scientist $ 80.00 /hour GIS and CAD Technician II $ 90.00 /hour GIS and CAD Technician I $ 75.00 /hour Administrative Support Staff $ 70.00 /hour Electrical Engineer $ 155.00/hour Structural Engineer $ 160.00 /hour Construction Observer $ 130.00 /hour Rate Schedule is effective through December 31, 2007. Page 1 of 1 (Appendix 2- Standard Hourly Rates Schedule) 134 February 22, 2007 Mr. Gary McSinith, P.E., Chief Project Engin~r New Hanover County Engineering Department . 230 Market Place Drive, Suite 160 Wilmington, NC 28403 Subject: EngineeringSeivices Amendment Bradley Creek Outfall Rehabilitation Project New Hanover County Contract No. 07-0128. HDR Project No. 349738-44907-01 8 Dear Mr. McSmith: In accordance with our recent communications regarding this project,HDR has been asked to provide Engineering Services that lie outside our previously deflnedScope of Services. Please accept thisletter as a fo~al request and appropriate justification for payment of our additional costs associated. with these Engineering Services. The additional costs (U"e associated with the following activities: Pump Station No.35 (BradlevCreekPump Station) Junction Box Evaluation o . HDR was requested to consider modification ofthe existing project scope to provide design services, regulatory approval, bid. and award, ana construction observation services to abandon the eXistingjunction box structure and construction oh neW junction box. Activities included review of existing as-:built drawings, on-site meetings/discussions with County staff, on-site meetings/discussions with prospective subconsultahts (wetland delineations and surveying), andstructurallelectrical considerations. . Efforts involved 37hours oflabor for associated resources (project manager, project engineer, CAD, electrical engineer, 'structural engineer and clerical assistance) and included three (3) separate trips to Wilmington. Total cost for this activity is $6,195. Addendum NO.1-Inclusion of Additional Manholes for Rehabilitation o HDR Was requested to include thirty-one (31) additional sanitary sewer manholes to the project. Activities included additioU:al meetings/discussions with County staff, review of . existing as-built drawings of manholes to be included, development of an engineering draWing to accompany the current design package, development of an Addendum package to address additional contractor responsibilities and dissemination of Addendum package to Plan Holders' List. HDR Engiltellring.lnc. ofthe Carolina. 991,0-14 Beach OrIVll.. . Phone: (910)575,5880 Calabash. NC 28467 Fax: 191 oi 57~;-5882 WW\-v,hdrint.COfri New Hanover Bradley Creek Amendment Letter.doc 135 Mr; Gary McSmith, P.E. . Bradley Creek Rehabilitation Project February 22, 2007 Pagei . . Efforts involved 67 hours of labor for associated resources ,(project manager, project engineer, CAD, clerical assistance andQAlQGstaff). . .. Totalcostforthis aCtivity is $7,085. NortheastInterceptor (NED Regulatory Assistance"! Capacity Analvsis o HDRhas been requested to provide regulatory assistance. to the C01mty asseciated with the NEI system. Thiseff()rt will includediscussions and meetings with County staff and NC DENR Division .of Water Quality staff to discllss capacity. issues associated with the NEI . system and wastewater treatment facilities. Anallocationof$lO,QOOhas been identified ~s a not-to-exceed time and expense budget for these serVices. HDR is requesting reimbursementof$13,280 for the Junction Box e"aluation and the Bradley Creek AddendumNo.l. .. An additional budget of $10,000 is being requested forNEI Regqlatory Assistance. A suggested Contract Amendment is enclosed for your consideration as. well. . The total cost associated with this Contract Amendment is $23,280. If you have any questions or would like toJurther discuss. this matter, please do not hesitateto contact l11e at (910)575-5880. Sincerely; DLS/dpo Enclosures HDR Engineering, Inc. of the Carolinas 136 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Water & Sewer Item #: 6 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Water & Sewer District Presenter: Greg Thompson Contact: Greg Thompson SUBJECT: Consideration of Adoption of Capital Project Ordinance for the Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehabilitation Project, Award of Contract 07-0295 and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 2007-72 BRIEF SUMMARY: The Bradley Creek Outfall Line (BCOL) begins at Wrightsville Avenue and terminates at the Bradley Creek Pump Station on Oleander Drive. This is an older sewer line constructed of 24-inch diameter ductile iron pipe. This line drains a large basin and the flow contributes to the total inflow to the Bradley Creek Pump Station and thus, downstream sewer infrastructure. As part of ongoing operations and maintenance activities, the BCOL was identified as in need of rehabilitation. On August 14, 2006, the Commissioners approved a contract with HDR Engineering as our Design Engineer/Project Manager for the line and manhole rehabilitation. The project developed by HDR is a rehabilitation of the Bradley Creek Outfall Line utilizing a process called Cured-In-Place- Pipe (CIPP). A new polyethylene liner will be inserted inside the existing 24-inch diameter sewer line and a lining material will be applied to the interior of all the outfall line manholes. The intent is to create a watertight line and manhole system which will extend the life of the sewer line, reduce groundwater infiltration into the line, and prevent any leakage from the line to the adjacent environment. This project was advertised January 28-31,2007, with a bid opening date of February 27,2007. On February 27,2007, bids were received in the NHC Engineering Department forthe CIPP and manhole lining work for this sewer line. The successful bid was $961,347 by Reynolds, Inc. The draft contract is available for review in the County Manger's office. Additional costs associated with this project are as follows: Item Cost Environmental Issues & Permitting Funding $ 50,000 Access & Easement Issues Funding $ 100,000 Public Relations & Information Funding $ 15,000 Manhole rehabilitation funding due to data results from COM basin flow monitoring study $ 50,000 Manhole rehabilitation funding due to field inspection by NHC Operations & Maintenance personnel $ 50,000 Total additional project costs: $ 265,000 137 RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Request adoption of the Capital Project Ordinance. Staff recommends award of contract 07-0295 to Reynolds, Inc., in the amount of $961 ,347 for the BCOL Rehabilitation Project; request approval of associated budget amendment 2007-72. Staff also recommends funding of the additional costs as tabulated above for this project. The total recommended funding for this project is thus $1,226,347. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ~ ~ ~ ... .:.. ... .:.. ........ ~~ ~~ C P B R.AD LEY( R E E KO UTF,~.LLLI r~ E .doc BC OL Contract 07-0285.pdf Bradle}' Creek Outfall Bid Summar}'.pdf ~ ~ ... .:.. ~~ ........ . .. Bradle}' Creek Outfall Line.pdf 2007 -72. doc REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: The County Manager removed the request for approval of additional costs associated with the project totaling $265,000. This action requires the amount in the project ordinance as well as the amount on budget amendment 2007-72 to be changed to $961,347. The item was approved 4-1, Greer dissenting, with the changes. The items removed will be further clarified and brought back to the Board at a later date. 138 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Budget Amendment Capital Projects BUDGET AMENDMENT Number: 2007-72 DEPARTMENT: Water & Sewer/ Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehabilitation Capital Project BE IT ORDAINED by the New Hanover County Commissioners that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007: Expenditure Decrease Increase Water & Sewer: Transfer to Capital Projects $1,226,347 Engineering - Sewer $420,000 Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehab: Transfer in from Fund 800 $1,226,347 Revenue Decrease Increase Water & Sewer: Appropriated Fund Balance (W&S) $806,347 Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehab: Capital Project Expense $1,226,347 EXPLANA TION: To establish budget for the Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehabilitation Capital Project. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 4-1, Greer dissenting, in the amount of $961 ,347. 139 PROJECT ORDINANCE BRADLEY CREEK OUTFALL LINE REHABILITATION BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District: 1. New Hanover County Water and Sewer District (District) is engaged in the Construction of the Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehabilitation, which capital project involves the construction and/or acquisition of capital assets. 2. District desires to authorize and budget for said project in a project ordinance adopted pursuant to North Carolina General Statute $159-13.2, such ordinance to authorize all appropriations necessary for the completion of said project. NOW, THEREFORE, WITNESSETH THAT: 1. This project ordinance is adopted pursuant to North Carolina General Statute $159-13.2. 2. The project undertaken pursuant to this ordinance is the Construction of the Bradley Creek Outfall Line Rehabil i tat ion, which project is herewith authorized. 3. The revenue that will finance said project is: Transfer from Enterprise Fund (Fund 800) $1,226.347 Total $1, 226, 347 -".-- 140 4. The following appropriations necessary for the project are herewith made from the revenue listed above: Capital Project Expense $1, 226, 347 Total $1, 226, 347 5. This project ordinance shall be entered in the minutes of the Board of COrIUnissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District. Within five days hereof, copies of this ordinance shall be filed with the finance and budget offices in New Hanover County, and with the Clerk to the Board of COrIUnissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District. Adopted this day of , 2007. Clerk to the Board William A Kopp, Jr., Chairman Board of County COrIUnissioners Water and Sewer District 141 142 . .. NBRUARY 27, ZOt}7 Dtawings and Specifications were available for pubIie"leview during the advertisement period at tblH~llowing loC\a.t1oos: . .. 1. AG.C, Offices, Wilmington, Ralclgfland Fayetteville, North Carolina. 2. F.W. Dodge Offices, Morrisville and Charlotte, North Carolina. 3. HCAC Plan Room, 6503 Hilburn Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. 4. HDR Engineering, Inc. of the Carolinas, 9970-14 Beach Drive, Calabash, North Carolina, 28467. 5. New Hanover County Governmental Center, Engineering Department, 230 Market Place Dive, Wilmington, North Carolina. Engineering Report for NHC Be I 143 . VllI. RECOMMlmNDATIONS Based on our bid evaluatioll, we make the following recommendatioA tOo the County: A ward the Contract to the loweS; responsive, ~ponsible bidder, in the amount of~9Pl>347.00. . . .. Engineering Report fQr NllC llC 2 144 Engineering Report for NHe Be 3 145 ATTENDANCE REGISTER l=.no1nl!lerhl:I'"R.fiDOrtti;NEIC~-- -,. 146 . .~ .. '.. 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OF THE CAROLINAS LI0 \\\Hlflt"1 ,-,\ :'\\'\ CAR I" "c::,~....'''''''O( '/ S'~.... t:,f'i..SS/O"':'+~ '" .'~~ ~...-P -::. : ~t. =- : - . - . 149 . 150 151 This page intentionally left blank. 152 . . . - This page intentionally left blank. 154 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Water & Sewer Item #: 7 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Water & Sewer District Presenter: Greg Thompson Contact: Greg Thompson SUBJECT: Consideration of New Hanover County 2006 Waste Water Master Plan (WWMP) Update Amendment #2 - Professional Services Proposal for: - Pump Station 77 (Westwood) Force Main ImprovementslDiversion - Pump Station 35 (Bradley Creek) Junction Box Redesign - Northeast Interceptor (NEI) Value Engineering and Coordination Services and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment 2007-73 BRIEF SUMMARY: The City of Wilmington and New Hanover County have been working closely to resolve the issues associated with the Northeast Interceptor, (NEI). McKim and Creed is the County's engineer working on the system-wide sewer master plan. They have developed an alternative to the proposed project initially presented by the City. This alternative provides the same or a greater level of performance in all cases of redundancy and event management, but also allows for flow management in a system-wide context. Under the McKim and Creed alternative, flows can be diverted from the Southside Waste Water Treatment Plant to the Northside Waste Water Treatment Plant. This higher level of flow management is needed to manage capacity at both plants and will help increase the service life of both plants, and avoid possible moratoria. The alternative has been accepted by the City and work is proceeding. Modifications to the County's system is necessary to accommodate the NEI modifications. McKim and Creed has provided the attached proposal for professional services (Amendment #2) for this work which includes design, permitting, routing and easement mapping and coordination with the City's engineer. This work will involve engineering services for Pump Station 77 (Westwood), Pump Station 35 (Bradley Creek), and NEI volume engineering and coordination services. Additionally, the scope of services for the Sewer Master Plan has been expanded to include a review of the SCADA systems for both the City and County. Improvements in the system will provide a valuable tool in the management and operation of the NEI as well as the combined sewer system of the City and County. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Staff requests approval of the proposed Amendment # 2 in the amount of $1 07,900 for the PS 77 and PS 35 engineering services, with additional funding of $16,800 for any required Easement and/or Wetlands Mapping services and the SCADA System of $15,000 for a total of $139,700. Currently, there is $51,808 in this line item; therefore, budget amendment 2007- 73 is needed in the amount of $87,892. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: Water and Sewer General Water and Sewer Capital Project ATTACHMENTS: 155 ~ ~ ~ ... .:.. ... .:.. ~~ ........ '.me' . .. 2006 M KC WWM P Amendment2. pdf 2007 -73. doc PWG70214 Proposal Ur,pdf REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 156 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Budget Amendment Capital Projects BUDGET AMENDMENT Number: 2007-73 DEPARTMENT: Engineering BE IT ORDAINED by the New Hanover County Commissioners that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007: Expenditure Decrease Increase General Water and Sewer Capital Projects: Capital Project Expense $87,892 Water and Sewer Administration: Transfer to Capital Project $87,892 Revenue Decrease Increase Water and Sewer Finance: Appropriated Fund Balance $87,892 General Water and Sewer Capital Projects: Transfer In $87,892 EXPLANATION: To budget for Amendment #2,2006 Wastewater Master Plan. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 157 .. ~ MCKlJv1&CREED ENGINEERS SURVEYORS PLANNERS February 26, 2007 PW070183 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE County Engineer New Hanover County Engineering Department 230 Market Place, Suite 160 Wilmington, NC 28403 RE: 2006 Wastewater Master Plan Update Amendment 2 - Professional Services Proposal . Pump Station 77 (Westwood) Force Main Improvements & PS 35 Junction Box Redesign . Northeast Interceptor Value Engineering & Coordination Services Dear Mr. Thompson: McKim & Creed is pleased to submit this Amendment No.2 to the professional engineering services contract for the County of Wilmington - New Hanover County 2006 Wastewater Master Plan Update, dated September 5,2006. Our proposal for Amendment No.2 is detailed as follows: I. Project Understanding Pursuant to the 2001 Wastewater Master Plan and the recently completed Northeast Interceptor Redundancy & Reliability Evaluation, Pump Station 77 (PS 77) will be redirected for discharge to the Ogden Interceptor. Currently, PS 77 discharges to the Northeast Interceptor (NEI) which conveys wastewater to the Southside Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). By diversion to the Ogden Interceptor, the wastewater flow tributary to PS 77 will be conveyed to the Northside WWTP. The purpose of this diversion is to reduce wastewater flow 243 North Front Street through the NEI as well as provide for management of flow and capacity at the Wilmington. NC 28401 noted treatment facilities. In order to achieve this diversion, approximately 6,000 feet of new 16-inch diameter force main will be required, which will connect to the existing PS 77 force main and discharge to the upper end of the 910.343 1048 Fax 910251 8282 www.mckimcreed com 158 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26, 2007 Page 2 of 10 Ogden Interceptor near Market Street and Military Cut-Off Road. McKim & Creed will provide routing, design, bid & award, easement surveying, and construction phase services to accomplish this project. Additionally, the New Hanover County junction box at PS 35 (Bradley Creek) must be redesigned as well as the existing force main connections to this junction box. Pursuant to recommendations provided in the KHA Northeast Interceptor Preliminary Engineering Report (Technical Memorandum 2- Operational Evaluation) the PS 35 junction box is recommended for replacement with a new 10 foot diameter pre-cast concrete manhole. The existing force main connections will be reconfigured for discharge to the new 10 foot manhole. Two additional proposed manholes are also proposed for the incoming gravity sewer mains. Reference Figures TM 2.3, TM 2.4, and TM 2.5 in the KHA report for general detail of improvements recommended at this site. McKim & Creed will also provide value engineering and technical coordination related to on-going and future work related to improvements to the NEI system. Kimley-Horn & Associates (KHA) has been authorized by the County of Wilmington (COW) to evaluate the NEI system, provide recommendations for improvements, and design services for such improvements. On behalf of New Hanover County, McKim & Creed will coordinate with KHA for review of proposed configurations, provide value engineering for modifications, and provide technical assistance to New Hanover County. Our Scope of Services to complete this project is as follows: II. Scope of Services Task 1: PS 77 Force Main Improvements & New Hanover County PS 35 Junction Box Redesign This Task will encompass the route identification, design, easement mapping, bid & award and construction phase services for approximately 6,000 linear feet of 16-inch diameter sewer force main. This task will also include a redesign of New Hanover County junction box at PS 35 including force main and gravity reconnections at this location. Our detailed scope is as follows: Item A: Desi~n Phase . Perform field reconnaissance and determine preliminary route alternatives for installation of the new sewer force main. Identify areas P:\PW07\ PW070183 NHC PS 77 & NEI Coord \Propos.I.Doe .. $MCJ<IM&CREED 159 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26, 2007 Page 3 of 10 that may require alternative means of construction, including bore & jack and directional drilling. These areas will be reviewed with the owner and NCDOT (if applicable). Compile and research data on existing utilities, previous projects, and the record drawings as required. Upon determination of existing utility locations, identify areas of significant conflicts and coordinate with County staff for test pits to field verify depth, material, size, etc. (if required). . Hydraulic calculations and recommendation for modifications to PS 77 pumps. For the purposes of this scope of work, it is assumed that PS 77 will require a change in impeller diameters only. Electrical improvements such as pump/motor replacement, starter or VFD additions, or electrical service modifications are not included in this scope of work. . Horizontal and vertical survey of the force main routes and topographic survey of the proposed pump station site. . Prepare preliminary recommendations for easements to allow for preliminary acquisition discussion with applicable landowners. . Based on proposed routing, McKim & Creed will identify potential traffic control issues. Traffic control measures will conform to the latest standards as set forth in the NCDOT Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. . Determine the location (if any) of wetlands along the selected pipeline route. . Provide field survey of the existing junction box and incoming pipelines at the PS 35 Bradley Creek pump station to include horizontal and vertical elevations. . Prepare plan and profile of incoming gravity mains and force mains to the PS 35 junction box. Prepare details of connections and modifications at this junction box. . Prepare sequence of operation for modifications of the PS 35 junction box to provide for handling of current incoming wastewater flow during construction. P,\PW07\PW070183 NHC PS 77 & NEI Coord\Proposal.Doc . .$ MCJ<ThA & CREED 160 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26, 2007 Page 4 of 10 . Prepare and submit 50% design documents and specifications to the County for staff review. Construction Plans will be prepared at I" = 50' scale on 24" x 36" media. Corresponding profiles will be developed for the pipeline route. . Conduct design review conference with County staff based on the 50% submittal. . Perform a walk-through of the selected project route with County staff. . Incorporate 50% design review comments from County staff in contract documents and specifications. . Finalize design to comply with County standard details and specifications . Incorporate County standard contract documents and general conditions as part of the Technical specifications package. . Compile quantity take-off for project. Prepare preliminary bid form with unit items and measurement of payment. . Finalize construction contract documents and submit 100% design to County staff for review. . Submit final construction documents to NCDENR Land Quality, NCDENR Division of Water Quality, NCDENR Storm Water and all other necessary review & permitting agencies. . Provide opinion of probable construction cost of the final design documents prior to bid and award. Item B: Bid & Award Phase . Prepare and furnish Bidding Documents for review and approval by OWNER and its legal counsel, as appropriate. P:\PW07\PW070183 NHC PS 77 & NEI Coord\Proposal.Doc . $ MCJ<IM&CREED 161 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26, 2007 Page 5 of 10 . After acceptance of the Bidding Documents by the County, advertise project for a 30-day period in local plan rooms (Dodge and AGe) and local newspaper (Star News). . Provide three sets of reproducible plans and specifications to the County for on-site Contractor review purposes. . Issue Biding Documents to prospective Bidders. Maintain a record of prospective bidders to whom Bidding Documents have been issued. . Respond to bidder inquires and prepare Addenda as required. Addenda shall be submitted in reproducible format to the local Dodge and AGC plan rooms. . Provide faxed copies of Addenda to plan holders. . Conduct bid opening at County offices. . Review and tabulate bids, summarizing all Contractors' bids on each bid item using Excel spreadsheet. Deliver to the County in Microsoft Excel 2000 format. . Provide Recommendation of Award to the County. Item C: Construction Administration . Schedule and conduct pre-construction conference. Prepare and distribute minutes. . Schedule and conduct progress meetings on a monthly basis. Prepare and distribute minutes. . Review and approve shop drawings from contractor. . Endeavor to resolve problems in a timely manner as work proceeds and involve appropriate parties In resolving disputes and problems associated with the project. . Coordinate and document pre-purchased items with the Contractor. p, \ PW07\PW070183 NHC PS 77 & NEI Coord \ Propos.LDoe . ~MCJ<IM&CREED 162 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26, 2007 Page 6 of 10 . Pay request review and recommendation for payment to County. . Change Order review and recommendation to County. Item D: Construction Observation . Provide field observation at approximately 32 hours per week for 10 weeks (field visits to be documented with weekly reports delivered to County no later than 12pm on each Friday). This report shall detail and provide chronology of events occurring for that week. . Field verify quantities of work completed for pay application processing. Item E: Proiect Close-out . Perform inspections of project at Substantial and Final Completion. Prepare punch-list and coordinate completion of punch-list items with contractor. Prepare As-Built plans in AutoCAD Format and provide mylars with electronic files on CD to County. Task 2: NEI Value Engineering & Coordination Task 2 will include professional engineering services related to the ongoing work with the NEI system. Our scope of services will include the following: . Provide review and technical comments regarding proposed modifications to the NEI system. This shall include review of draft and final engineering reports prepared by outside engineering consultants as directed by the County. . Provide assistance and coordination to outside engineering consultants based on findings of the NEI Reliability & Redundancy Evaluation recently prepared by McKim & Creed. . Plan & specification review of contract drawings developed by the COW and/or New Hanover County for proposed modifications to the NEI system. McKim & Creed will provide a summary written review of noted comments, questions, and areas of concern. P:\PW07\PW0701B3 NHC PS 77 & NEI Coord\Proposal.Doc . ~MCJ<IM&CREED 163 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26, 2007 Page 7 of 10 . Meetings with the COW or New Hanover County to review plans and specifications . Attend at design meetings with the COW and New Hanover County. . Meetings with elected officials and attendance at public meetings for presentations or to field questions related to the NEI system or the 2006 Master Plan Update. III. Additional Services (Not Included) The Professional Services stated herein above do not include the costs of, but can be provided if requested, pursuant to the previously submitted 2006 Hourly Rate Schedule. . Easement Mapping for State Trust Waters Easement . Soils Investigations . Hydrogeological Investigations . Geotechnical Investigations . Court appearances for expert witness . Site analysis report . Irrigation design and details . Retaining wall and structural engineering design . Design of fountains or other water features . Off-site channelization or drainage improvements . CAMA permit preparation and submittal . Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements or biological surveys for endangered species. . Subsurface Utility Engineering . Application fees for plan approval or construction permits; . Redesigns of facilities after approval of final plans; or . Court appearances for litigation, or preparation for the same. IV. Schedule Upon executed Authorization to Proceed, we will complete the proposed Scope of Work as follows: P,\PW07\PW070183 NHC PS 77 & NEI Coord\ProposaLDoc . $MCJ<IM&CREED 164 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26,2007 Page 8 of 10 Task 1- PS 77 Force Main Improvements & PS 35 Junction Box Redesign . Notice to Proceed o Calendar Days . Complete Design & Permit Submittal 75 Calendar Days . Advertise for Bids 135 Calendar Days . Open Bids 165 Calendar Days . Notice to Proceed 195 Calendar Days . Complete Construction 315 Calendar Days Task 2 - NEI Value Engineering & Coordination . Notice to Proceed o Calendar Days . Complete Task 120 Calendar Days v. Fee Compensation McKim & Creed, P.A. will perform the services outlined in the Scope of Work detailed above as indicated below: Task 1 - PS 77 Force Main Improvements & PS 35 Junction Box Redesign Item Fee Fee Type Item A: Design Phase $32,700 Fixed Fee Item B: Bid & Award Phase $7,500 Fixed Fee Item C: Construction Administration $13.500 Fixed Fee Item 0: Construction Observation $27,700 Hourlv Not to Exceed Item E: Proiect Closeout $1,500 Fixed Fee Total Task 1- Estimated Fee $82,900 Included Additional Services Upon authorization by New Hanover County, McKim & Creed will provide the following scopes of work on a unit price basis: Unit Price Task Al - Easement Survey & Mapping - McKim & Creed will provide easement survey & mapping on an as needed basis dependent upon final force main routing. For the purposes of this proposal, twelve (12) easements have been included at an approximate cost of $900 per easement. Therefore, the total P:\PW07\PW070183 NHC PS 77 & NEl Coord \ ProposalDoc . $MCJ<IM:&CREED 165 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26, 2007 Page 9 of 10 estimated fee for this task is $10,800. If required, these services will be performed based on the previously submitted 2006 Hourly Rate Schedule. Unit Price Task 2' - Wetlands Delineation & Mapping - McKim & Creed will perform wetland delineation and subsequent survey mapping for submittal to the US Army Corps of Engineers. For the purposes of this proposat these services have been estimated at a fee of $6,000. If required, these services will be performed based on the previously submitted 2006 Hourly Rate Schedule. Unit Price Task Fees for Task 1 . Unit Price Task' AI' $10,800 . Unit Price Task' A2' $6,000 Total Unit Price Fee Amount $16,800 Task 2 - NEI Value Engineering & Coordination McKim & Creed will provide the scope of services outline for Task 2 for the fixed fee amount of $25,000. VI. Billing and Payment McKim & Creed, P.A. (the "Engineer") will invoice New Hanover County monthly for services performed and expenses incurred pursuant to this Agreement during the prior month. Payment of each such invoice will be due upon receipt and considered past due if not paid within thirty (30) days of the date of the invoice. A service charge will be added to delinquent accounts at 18 percent per annum (1.5 percent per month). VII. Acceptance and Authorization If this proposal is acceptable, please sign below as indicated and return one executed copy to our office. Upon receipt McKim & Creed will consider this as the authorization to proceed. We appreciate the opportunity to provide these services and look forward to our continuing work with New Hanover County. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, P,\PW07\PW070183 NHC PS 77 & NEI Coord \ ProposaL Doc .. $MCJ<IM&CREED 166 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 26, 2007 Page 10 of 10 McKIM & CREED, P A I~ Tony Boahn, P.E. Vice-President /bhc I hereby authorize McKim & Creed, P A to proceed with the work described above. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT By: Date: Title: P:\PW07\PW070183 NHC PS 77 & NEI Coord\Proposal.Doc . .$ MCJ<IM&CREED 167 . . MCJ<ThtI&CREED ENGINEERS SURVEYORS PLANNERS February 28, 2007 PW070214 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE County Engineer New Hanover County Engineering Department 230 Market Place, Suite 160 Wilmington, NC 28403 RE: 2006 Wastewater Master Plan Update Amendment 3 - Professional Services Proposal SCADA System Consolidation Evaluation Dear Mr. Thompson: McKim & Creed is pleased to submit this Amendment No.3 to the professional engineering services contract for the County of Wilmington - New Hanover CoUnty 2006 Wastewater Master Plan Update, dated September 5,2006. Our proposal for Amendment No. 3:iS detailed as follows: I. Project Understanding Ne~ Hanover County (County) and the City of Wilmington (City) are pursuing consolidation of their respective water and wastewater systems, in which a Water and Sewer Authority would be established that would unify operation and maintenance of those systems. A key component of centralized operations and maintenance of utility systems involves the use and implementation of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCAD A). Currently, the County and City operate separate and independent SCAOA systems for their utility systems, which would ultimately be merged in the utility consolidation process. McKim & Creed will provide a cursory review of both the County and City 243 North Front Street SCAOA systems to examine the compatibility of the software systems and Wilmington NC 28401 provide basic strategies to combine and/or merge the systems. Our detailed scope of work is as follows: 910.343 1048 Fax 910251.8282 www_mckimcreed com 168 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 28, 2007 Page 2 of4 II. Scope of Services McKim & Creed will review the County and City SCADA systems and provide recommendations regarding a merger of the respective systems. The primary tasks provided under this scope of services are as follows: .. Field review of County and City systems to obtain pertinent data about existing SCADA configuration and components. .. Hold two meetings with staff to gather existing and requested functionality. One meeting with County staff and one meeting with City staff is in:guded in this scope of work. :1. .. Review radio licensing utilized by each entity as well as a preliminary review of additional licensing availability from FCC. Other potential forms of communications will also be noted. .. Examine compatibility of existing SCADA software systems and evaluate strategies to build a combined system. .. Consider various options regarding possible new equipment, communications, integration, maintainability, and technology. .. Prepare letter report to summarize conclusions and recommendations. III. Additional Services (Not Included) The Professional Services stated herein above do not include the costs of, but can be provided if requested, pursuant to the previously submitted 2006 Hourly Rate Schedule. .. Easement Survey & ~apping .. Design or Integration Services .. Bid & A ward or Construction Phase Services . SOils Investigations . Hydrogeological Investigations .. Geotechnical Investigations . Court appearances for expert witness .. Site analysis report P,\PW07\PW:r10214 NH County SCADA Rvw\Proposal.Doc ,. $MCJ<JM&CREED i I 169 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 28, 2007 Page 3 of 4 . Irrigation design and details . Retaining wall and structural engineering design . Design o! fountains or other water features . Off-site channelization or drainage improvements . CAMA permit preparation and submittal . Environmental Assessments, Environmental Impact Statements or biological surveys for endangered species. . Subsurface Utility Engineering . Application fees for plan approval or construction permits; . Redesigns of facilities after approval of final plans; or . Court appearances for litigation, or preparation for the same. IV. Schedule Upon we are prepared to begin work 45 days after the executed Authorization to Proceed and will complete the work within 30 calendar days after commencement of work. V. Fee Compensation McKim & Creed, PA will perform the services outlined in the Scope of Work detailed above for the fixed fee price of $15,000. VI. Billing and Payment McKim & Creed, P.A. (the "Engineer") will invoice New Hanover County monthly for services performed and expenses incurred pursuant to this Agreement during the prior month. Payment of each such invoice will be due upon receipt and considered paSt: due if not paid within thirty (30) days of the date of the invoice. A service charge will be added to delinquent accounts at 18 percent per annum (1.5 percent per month). VII. Acceptance @d Aut.horization If this proposal is acceptable, please sign below as indicated and rerum one executed copy to our office. Upon receipt, McKim & Creed will consider this as the authorization to proceed. P:\PW07\PW070214 NH County SCADA Rvw\ProposaLDoc .MCKIM&CREED 170 Mr. Greg Thompson, PE February 28, 2007 Page 4 of 4 We appreciate the opportunity to provide these services and look forward to our continuing work with New Hanover County. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, McKIM & CREED, PA 2-&'- Vice-President /bhc I hereby authorize McKim & Creed, P A to proceed with the work described above. NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT By: Date: Title: p, I PW07IPW070214 NH County SCADA RvwlProposal.Doc .. $MCKIM:&CREED 171 . ~MCKJM&CREED I 2007 SCHEDULE OF HOURLY RATES Per Diem Rates Per Diem Rates Employee Classification (FeeIHour) Employee Classification (Fee/Hour) Enllineering Surveying Principal................................................................. $230.00 Sr. Survey Project Manager................................. $175.00 Technology Expert................................................ $260.00 Survey Project Manager ...................................... $130.00 Regional Engineering Manager ..........................$220.00 Project Surveyor ..................................................... $97.00 Project Management Director .............................$180.00 Sr. Survey CAD Technician .................................. $84.00 Project Management Group Manager ...............$165.00 Survey CAD Technician........................................ $68.00 Sr. Project Manager .............................................$150.00 Survey Technician.................................................. $63.00 Project Manager ................................................... $130.00 Survey Field Supervisor ........................................ $87.00 Engineering Director ............................................$165.00 Field Survey Party (One-Person Crew) ............... $80.00 Technical Group Director ....................................$170.00 Field Survey Party (Two-Person Crew) ............ $115.00 Engineering Group Manager ..............................$150.00 Field Survey Party (TItree-Person Crew) .......... $150.00 Sr. Technical Specialist......................................... $160.00 Field Survey Party (Four-Person Crew)............ $180.00 Sr. Project Engineer............................................... $135.00 Photogrammetrist...................;............................. $120.00 Technical Specialist...............................................$I40.00 Photogrammetrist Technician............................... $70.00 Project Engineer ...................................................$115.00 Project Administrator ................_........... ................ $48.00 Staff Engineer ........_..............................................$105.00 Engineer Intern .....................................................$100.00 Subsurface Utilil;y Engineering Project Manager .................................................... $150.00 Programmer........................................................... $100;00 Sr. Coordinatorrrechnician................................... $84.00 Lead Programmer .................................................$125.00 Field Survey Party (Two-Person Crew) ............ $135.00 Field Survey Party (TItree-Person Crew) .......... $160.00 Designer IV ............................................................ $115.00 Designer III ............................................................ $105.00 Hi~h Definition Laser Scanning (HDS) Designer Il............................................................... $86.00 HDS Project Manager ........................................., $150.00 Designer 1................................................................. $72.00 HDS Scan Crew.................................................... $130.00 Senior CAD Technician.......................................... $70.00 HDS Office Technician .......................................... $90.00 CAD Technician ...................................................... $58.00 Project Administrator .............................................$70.00 Geographic Information Systems Administrative Assistant .......................................$50.00 GIS Technician I...................................................... $55.00 GIS Technician II .........................._......................... $65.00 Construction GIS Technician III..........................................;........ $75.00 Construction Services Manager ..........................$130.00 GIS Specialist .......................................................... $95.00 Construction Administration Manager .............$115.00 GIS Manager ......................................................... $130.00 Sr. Construction Administrator ..........................$105.00 COnstruction AclminiStrator :.................................$90.00 Construction Observation Manager ................... $115.00 Sr. Construction Observer ........;..........................$105.00 Construction Observer II .......................................$90.00 Construction Observer L.......................................$75.00 Miscellaneous Expenses Hydrographic Surveying: Local (per day) ..........................................$1,850 Hydrographic Surveying: Out-of- Town (per day).............................$2,OSO Subsurface Utility Location V AC Truck (per day) .............................$2,785 Note: Mileage is reimbursable at the current IRS allowable rate Survey mileage is reimbursable at $0.75 Rates are valid through 2007. 172 McKim & Creed, P.A. General Conditions (3/2002-1 ) Billing and Payment. Invoices will be submitted by McKim & committed by the Client or the Engineer, their employees, agents, Creed, P.A. (the "Engineen to the Client monthly for services sub-consultants or subcontractors. Consequential damages in- performed and expenses incurred pursuant to this Agreement. elude, but are not limited to, loss of use and lost profit. Payment of each such invoice will be due upon receipt and considered past due if not paid within thirty (3D) days of the Non-Contingency. The Client acl<:nowledges and agrees that date of the Invoice. Any retainers shall be credited on the final the payment for serv.ices rendered and expenses incurred by invoice. the Engineer pursuant to this Agreement is not subject to any 0) Interest. A service charge will be added to contingency unless the same is expressly set forth in this del1nquent accounts at 18 percent per annum [1.5 percent per Agreement. Payments to the Engineer shall not be withheld, month). postponed or made contingent on the tinancing, construction, b) Suspension of Serviees. If the Client fails to mal<:e completion or success of the project or vpon receipt by the Client any payment due the Engineer for services and expenses within of offsetting reimbursement or credit from other p<irties causing thirty (30) days of the invoice date on the project(s) covered by Additional Services or expenses. No with holdings, deductions or this agreement or any other projecf(s} being performed by offsets shall be made from the Enginee~s compensation for any Engineer for Client, the Engineer may suspend services under reason. this Agreement until It has been paid in full for all past due amounts owed by Client for services and expenses. The Opinions of Cost. EngIneer shall have no Iiablllty whatsoever to the Client for any oj Since the Engineer has no control over the cost of costs or damages occurring as a result of such suspension labor, materials, equipment or services furnished by others, or caused by any such breach of this Agreement by Client. over methods of determining prices, or over competitive bidding or market conditions, any and all opinic;lns as to costs c) Collection Costs. In the event legal action is rendered hereunder, inCluding but not limited to opinions as to necessary to enforce the payment prOVisions of this Agreement, the costs of construction and materials, ore estimates only and the Engineer shall be entitled to collect from the Client any shall be made on the basis of its experience and qualifications judgment or settlement sums due, reasonable attorneys' fees. and represent Its best judgment as an experienced and court cbsts and expenses incurred by the Engineer in connection qualified professional engineer, familiar with the construction therewith and, In addition, the reasonable value of the Engineer's industry; but the Engineer cannot and does not guarantee that time and expenses spent in connection with such collection proposals, bids or actual costs wlU not. vary from opinions of action, computed at the Engineer's prevaifing fee schedule and probable cost prepared by it and the Engineer shall have no expense policies. liability whatsoever if the actual cost differs from the Engineers estimate_ If at any time the CHent wishes greater assurance as d} Termination Of Services. The failure of the Client to to fhe amount of any cost. he shall employ an independent make poyTnent to the Engineer in accordance with the payment cost estimator to make such determination. Engineering services terms set forth herein, shall constilute a material breach of this required to bring costs within any limitation established by the Agreement and shall entitle the Engineer. at its option, to CHent will be paid for as additional services hereunder by the terminate the Agreement. Any material breach of this Agreement Client. by the Client shaH, at the Engineer's option and In its sole discretion. constlfute a breach of and default under any and/or b) If a limit with respect to conStruction or off1er costs is all other agreements belween the Client and Engineer. estabHshed by written agreement between the Client and the Engineer. the following wiH apply: COnfidentiality. The Engineer agrees to keep confidential and not to disclose to any person or entity, other than the Engineer's (i) The acceptance by the CHent at any time during employees, sub-consultants and the general contractor and the performance of services hereunder of a revised opinion of subconfractors, if appropriate, any data and information not probable cost in excess of the then established cost limit wllJ previously I<:nown to and generated by the Engineer or furnished constitute a corresponding revision in the previously agreed to the Engineer and marked CONADENTlAL by the CHent These cost limit to the extent indicated In such revised opinion. provisions shall not apply to information In whatever form that comes Into the public domain, nor shaH It restrict the Engineer (i1) Any cost limit so established will Include a from giving notices required by law or complying with an order to contingency of ten percent unless another amount Is agreed provide Information or data when such order Is Issued by a court, upon In writing. administrative agency or other ctuthorlty with proper jurisdICtion, or if it is reasonably necessary for the Engineer to defend itself from (Hi) The Engineer will be permitted to determine what any sult or claim. materIals, equipment, component systems and types of construction are to be included in the drawings and The Client agrees that the technical methods, techniques and specifications prepared by it pursuant hereto and to make pricing Information contained in any proposal submitted by the reasonable adjustments In the extent of the project to bring it Engineer pertaining to this projecf or In this Agreement or any within the cost limit.. addendum thereto, are to be considered confidential and proprtetary, and shall not be released or otherwise made (Iv) If the bidding or negoliating phase of the project available to any third party without the express wrltten consent of has not commenced within six months atter completion of the the Engineer. Engineer's design hereunder, the established cost limit will not be binding on the Engineer, and the Client shall consent to an Consequential Damages. Nolwithstanding any other provision adjustment in such cost limit commensurate with any of ff1e Agreement. neither party shall be Iioble to the other for any applicable change in the general level ot prices in the consequential damages incurred due to the fault of the other construction industry between the date of completion of the party, regardless of the nature of the fault or whether it was Page 1 of 4 I 173 McKim & Creed, P.A. General Conditions (3/2002-1 ) Engineer's design hereunder and the date on which proposals members of Ifs profession practicing In the same or similar or bids are sought.. locality. No other warranfy, express or Implied, is made or Intended by the Engineer's undertaking herein or its (v) If the lowest bona fide proposol or bid exceeds the performance of services hereunder. THE CLIENT UNDERSTANDS established cost limit, the Client sholl (l) give written approval fo AND AGREES THAT THE ENGINEER HAS NOT MADE AND IS NOT increase such cost limit, (2) authorize negotiating or rebidding MAKING ANY PROMISE, WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION EXCEPT the project within a reasonable time, or (3) cooperate in THE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY MADE HEREIN, AND THE ENGINEER revising the project's extent or qualltY. In the case of (3), the EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR Engineer shall, without additional charge, modify the plans and FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER IMPLIED specifications prepared by it hereunder as necessary to bring WARRANTIES. It Is agreed that, in accordance with and subject the subject cost within cost limit. The providing of such service to the provisions of the foregoing paragraph (liability) and this will be the limit of the Engineer's responsibility in this regard and paragraph, any claim for damages, cost of defense. or having done so, the Engineer shall be entitled to payment for expenses which the Client or any third party may assert against his services in accordance with this Agreement. the Engineer on account of any and all design defects, errors, omissions, and professional negligence shall be limited to the Termination. The obligation to provide further services under this amount of Its policy limits under any policy or policies. of Agreement may be terminated by either party upon seven (7) professional liability insurance maintained by the Engineer. days' written notice in the event of substantial failure by the Under no circumstances shall the Engineer be iiable for extra other party fo pertorm in accordance with the terms hereof costs or other consequences due to changed conditions or for through no tau It of the terminating party. In the event of any costs related to the failure of the contractor or materlal men to termination, the Engineer shall provide a final statement of install work in accordance with the plans and specltlcatlons. charges due and will be paid for all services rendered to the The limitation of liability to the IImils of the Engineer's insurance date of termination. all expenses subject to reimbursement policy is a specifically bargained-for prOvision of this hereunder, and other reasonable expenses incurred by the agreement, reflected in Engineer's fee. The Engineer shall not Engineer as a result of such termination. In the event the be liable for errors in Judgment or for any loss or damage, which Engineer's compensation under this Agreement is a fixed fee, occurs for any reason beyond the control of fhe Engineer. No upon such termination the amount payable to the Engineer for action may be Instituted hereunder more fhan one year otter services rendered wlU be determined using a proportional the cause of action accrued or should hOVe been discovered amount of the total fee based on a ratio of the amounf of the by reasonable diligence. The provisions of this paragraph and work done. as reasonably determined by the Engineer,. to the the preVious paragraph (Uabilltyl shall survive the termination of total amount of work which was to have been performed, less this Agreement. prior partial payments, If any. which have been made. Reuse of Documents. All documents, Including but not limited to Client Initials drawings and specifications, prepared by the Engineer pursuant Expenses of LitlgaHon. In the event litigation in any way related to this Agreement are related exclusively to the services to the services performed hereunder is initiated against the described herein. They are not intended or represented to be Engineer by the Client. Its contractors, or subcontractors, and suitable for reuse by the Client or others on extensions of this such litigation concludes with the entry of 0 final Judgment project or on any other project. Any reuse without written favorable t6 the Engineer, the Client shall reimburse the verification or adaptation by the Engineer for specifiC purposes Engineer for all of its reasonable ottorneys' fees and other intended wlU be at the Client's sole risk and without liablilty or expenses related to said litigation. Such expenses shall include, legal exposure to the EngIneer; and the Client releases and but shall not be limited to. the. cost. determined at the shall Indemnity and hold the Engineer harmless from 011 claims, Engineer's normal hourly billing rates, of the time devoted to the damages, losses and expenses, including but not I1mited to defense of such litigation by the Engineer's employees. attorneys' fees, arising out of or resulting there from. Any such verification or adaptation wili entitle the Engineer to further Contromng Law. This Agreement Is to be governed by the low of compensation at rafes to be agreed upon by the Client and the State of North Carolina. The parties agree that any suit or the Engineer. action related fo this Agreement shall be Instituted and prosecuted in the courts ot the County of New Hanover, State of Liability. The Engineer is protected by Workmen's Compensation North Carolina, and each party waives any right or defense Insurance (and/or employer's Iiobility insurance), prOfessional reldtingfo sDChjurisdit;ti6li or venDe. . liability Insurance, and by public liability insurance for bodily injury and property damage and will fumish certificates of Binding EUect. This Agreement shall bind, and the benefits Insurance upOn request. The Engineer agrees to compensate thereof shall inure to the respective parties hereto, their legal the Client tor loss, damage, injury or Iiabillty arising directly and representatives, executors, administrators, successors and exclusively lrom the negligent acts or omissions of the Engineer, permitted assigns. its employees, agent, subcontractors and their employees and agents but only to the extent that the same is actually covered Merger; Amendment. This Agreement constitutes the entire and paid under the foregoing policies of insurance. If the Client agreement between the Engineer and the Client with respect requires Increased .Insurance coverage, the Engineer will. if to its subject matter, and all negotiations and oral specifically directed by the Client, take out additional understandings between the parties are merged herein. This insurance, if obtainable, at the Client's expense, Agreement can be supplemented and/or amended only by a wrItten document executed by both the Engineer and the Limitation ot liability. In performing its professional services Client. hereunder. the Engineer wlll use that degree of core and sklll ordinarlly exercised, under similar circumstances, by reputable ~~2~4 I 174 McKim & Creed, P .A. General Conditions (3/2002-1 ) OWnership 01 Instruments 01 Service. All reports, plans, officers or directors to any personal legal exposure for the risl<s specifications, tield data, notes and other documents, including associated wilh lhis project. Therefore, and notwithstanding all documents on electronic medIa, prepared by the Engineer as anything to the contrary contained herein, the Client agrees that instruments of service shall remain the property of the Engineer. as the Client's sole and exclusive remedy, any claim, demand or The Engineer shall retain all common law, statutory and other suit shall be directed and/or asserted only against the Engineer, a reserved rights, including the copyrIght thereto. North Carolina corporation, and not against any of the Engineer's employees, shareholders, officers or directors. Photographs. Photographs of any completed project embodying the services of the Engineer provided hereunder Extension .0l.Pt:otectlon. The Client agrees to extend any and all may be made by the Engineer and shall be considered as its liability limitations and indemnification's provided by the Client to property, and may be used by It lor publication. the Engineer to those IndIviduals and entities the Engineer retains for pertO/lYlcince of lhe services under this Agreement. including Assignment. Neither party to this Agreement shall transfer. sublet or but not limited to the Enginee~s officers and employees and their assign any rights under or interest in this Agreement (inClUding but heirs and assigns, as well os the Engineer'S sub-consultants ond not limited to fees that are due or fees that may be duel without their officers, employees, heirs and assigns. the prior written consent of the other party. Job-Site Safely. Neither the professional activities of the Engineer, ArchiVing of Project Documentation. Engineer shall maintain nor the presence of the Engineer or its employees and copies of printed project documentation for a period of three sub-consultants at a construction site. shall relieve the General years from substantial completion of Engineer's services. Engineer Contractor and any other entity of lheir obligations. duties and shall maintain copies of 011 electronic media related to the responsibilities including, but not limited to, construction means. project for a period of one year from substantial completion of methods. sequence. techniques or procedures necessary for Engineer's services. Requesls. for reproduction of project performing, superintending or coordinating all portions ot the documentation after these periods have expired will be Work of construction In accordance with the contract documents considered additional services and will be invoiced at the and any health or safety precautions required by any regulatory Engineer's prevailing hourly rates at the time of the request, plus agencies. The Engineer and its personnel have no authority to expenses. exerclse any control over any construction contractor or other entity or their employees in connection with their work or any Betterment. If, due to the Engineer's error, any required item or health or safety precautions. The Client agrees that the General component of the project is omitted trom the Engineer's Contractor is solely responsible for job-site safety, and warronts construction documents, the Engineer shall not be responsible for that this intent shall be mode evident in the Client's agreement paying the cost to add such item or component to the extent that with the General Contractor. The Client also agrees that the such item or component would have been otherwise necessary Client. the Engineer and the Engineers consultanls shall be to the project or otherwise adds value or betterment to the indemnified and shall be made additional insureds under the project. In no event will the Engineer be responsible for any cost General Contractor's general liability insurance policy. or expense that provides betterment, upgrade or enhancement of the project. Scape of Services. Services not set forth as Basic Services or Additional Services and listed in this Agreement ore excluded CADD Flies, Because data stored on elec1ronic media can trom the scope of the Enginee~s services and the Engineer deteriorate undetected or be modified without the Engineets assumes no responsibility to perform such services. knowledge, the Client agrees that it win accept responsibility for the completeness, correctness, or readab~ity of any electronic medb Severability And Survival. Any provision of this Agreement later deRvered to the CHent after an acceptance period of 30 days affer held to be unenforceable for any reason shall be deemed void, delivery of the electronic mes, and that upon the expiration of this and ali remaining provisions shali continue in tull force and effect. acceptance period, Client will release, indemnify and save All obligations arising prior to the termination of this Agreement harmless the Erlgineer from any and ali claims, losses, costs, and ali provisions of this Agreement allocating responsibility or damages, awards or judgments arising tram use of the electronic liability between the Client and the Engineer shall survive the media flies or output generated tram them. The Engineer agrees completfon .of the services hereunder and the termination of this that it is responsible only for the printed and sealed drawings and Agreement. documenls, and if there is 0 conllict between these. printed documents and the electronic media; the sealed documents will Shop Drawing Review. If included in the scope of servIces to be govem. Engineer makes no warranties, express or implied, under thIs provided, the Engineer sholl review and approve Contractor agreement or otherwise, in connection with the Enginee~s services. submittals, such as shop drawings, product data, samples and other data, as required by the Engineer, but only for the limited Certifications, Guarantees and Warranties. The Engineer shall not purpose of checking for conformance with the design concept be required to sign any documents, no matter by whom and the InformatIon expressed in the contract documents. This requested. that would result in the Enginee~s having to certify, review shall not inClude review Of the accuracy or completeness guarantee or warrant the existence of conditions which the of details, such as quantities. dimensions, weights or gauges, Engineer cannot ascertain. The Client also agrees that It has no fabrication processes, construction means or methods. right to make the resolution of any dispute with the Engineer or coordination ot the work with other trades or construction safety the payment of any amounls due to the Engineer in any way precautions, all of which are the sole responsibility of the contingent upon the Engineers signing any such certification. Contractor. The Enginee~s review shall be conducted with reasonable promptness while allowing sufficient time in the Corporate Protection. It is Intended by the parties to this Englnee~s judgment to permit adequate review. Review of a Agreement that the Enginee~s services in conneclfon with the specitic item shall not indicate that the Engineer has revIewed the project shall not subject the Enginee~s individual employees. entire assembly of which the Item is 0 component. The Engineer Page 3 of4 175 McKim & Creed, P.A. General Conditions (3/2002-1) shall not be responsible for any deviations from the contract documents not brought to the attention of the Engineer in writing Hourly BOling Rates. All services to be billed on an hourly basis by the Contractor and approved by the Engineer. The Engineer under this agreement will be billed using the Engineer's shall not be required to review partial submissions or those for prevailing billing rate sChedule at the time services are which submissions of correlated items have not been received. provided. If a speclffc rate schedule is to be used for this Agreement. it shall expire no later than one year from the date Specification Of Materials. The Client understands and agrees that of this Agreement and will be replaced with the prevailing rate products or building materials, which are permissible under schedule in effect at that time. current building codes and. ordInances may, at some future date, be banned or limited In use In the construction industry because Priority Over Form Agreements. The parties agree that the of presently unknown hazardous characteristics. The Client agrees provisions of this Agreement shall control and govern over any that if the Client direcls the Engineer to specify any product or Work Orders. Purchase Orders or ather documents, which the material. after the Engineer has informed the Client that such Client may issue to Engineer In regard to the project{s) which is product or material may not be suitable or may embody (are) the subject of this Agreement. The Client may issue such characteristics that are suspected of causing or may cause the documents to Engineer for Its convenience for accounting or product or material to be considered a hazardous substance in o1her purposes. but any such Orders will not alter the terms of the future, the Client waives al( claims as a result thereot against this Agreement. regardless of any contrary language appearing the Engineer. The Client further agrees that If any product or therein. material specifled for this project by the Engineer shall, at any future date be suspected or discovered to be a health or safety Indemnity. The Client shall and hereby agrees to Indemnify arid hazard. the Client hereby releases the Engineer from any and all hold hormless the EngIneer from and against all losses. costs, llablJlties and waives all claims against the Engineer relallng damages, expenses and liability of whatever nature, Including thereto. but not limited to reasonable attorney's fees. litigation and court costs. expert witness fees and expenses. amounts paId in Standard 01 Care. Services provided by the Engineer under this settlement. amounts paid to discharge judgments, penalties. Agreement will be performed In a manner consistent with thot punitive damages, and interest, directly or indirectly resulting degree of care and skill ordlnarlly exercised by members of the from, arising out of or related to one or more Claims, as same profession currently practicing under similar circumstances hereinafter defined. The word "Claims" as used herein shall in the same geographic area. mean all claims (whether valid or not), lawsuits, causes of action, liens, investigations, administrative proceedings, and Suspension Of Services. If the project is suspended for more than other legal aclions.anaproceedings of whatsoever nature that thirty (30) calendar days In the aggregate, the Engineer shall be directly or Indirectly. result from. arise out of or relate to this compensated for services performed and charges incurred prior Agreement, the project which is the subject of this Agreement. to such suspension and, upon resumptlon of services, the Engineer and/or any other matter or transacllon contemplated shall be entifled to an equitable adjustment in fees to hereunder, Including without limitation, any fallure by the Client accommodate the resulting demobifizatlon and re-mobiiization to adhere to or comply. with any drawing. design, plans, costs. In addition. there shall be an equitable adjustment in the specifications, recommendation or advice givenor fumished by project schedule based on the delay caused by the suspension. If the Engineer to the Client; provided however, that the the project is suspended for more than ninety (9Qj calendar days foregoing shall not apply to any claim resulting primarily from in the aggregate. the Engineer may, at Its option, terminate this the negligence of the Engineer. Agreement upon giving notice in writing to the Client. Paragraph Headings. The paragraph headings contained in this Unauthorized Changes To Documents. In the event the. Cl1ent Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not affect consents to. allows, authorizes or approves of changes to any In any way the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. plans, specifications. construction documents or electronic media. and these changes are not approved in writing by the Third Parties. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as Engineer. the Client recognizes that such changes and the results givIng any person, firm, corporation or other entity other than thereof are not the responsibility of the Engineer. Therefore, the the parties to this Agreement and their respective successors Client releases the Engineer from any liabifity arising from the con- and permitted assigns, any right, remedy or claim under or in struction, use or result of such changes_ In addition, the Client respect of this Agreement or any of its provisions. agrees, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to Indemnify and hold the Engineer harmless from any damage. liabllity or cost DetauH.The Clienf shall be in default under this Agreement if (i) (including reasonable attomeys' fees and costs of defense) arising It fails to pay in full any invoice from the Engineer on the due from such changes. date or fails to make any other payment due to the Engineer under this Agreement, (Ii) it fails to observe or perform any other Compensation for Ad.ditional Services. The undertaking ot the term, condition or covenant under this Agreement. (iii) It Engineer to perform professional servIces under this Agreement breaches any warranty or representation made under this extends only to those services specificaliy described herein. If Agreement, (Iv) it dissolves, terminates or liquidates its business. upon 1he request of the Client. the Engineer agrees to perform or its business fails or its legal existence is terminated or additional services hereunder. the Client and the Engineer shall suspended, (v) any voluntary or involuntary bankruptcy, negotiate and agree upon an additional fee to be paid to the reorganization, insolvency. receivership. or other similar Engineer for completion of the agreed upon Additionol proceeding Is commenced by or against the Client, or (vi) it Services. The Engineer will be under no obligation to begin or becomes Insolvent. makes an assignment for the benefit of complete requested Additional Services until the additional fee creditors, or conveys substantially all of its assets. has been negotiated and agreed upon in writing by the Client and the Engineer. Page 4 of 4 176 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Water & Sewer Item #: 8 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Water & Sewer District Presenter: Greg Thompson Contacts: Robert Daughtry/Jim Craig SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution Declaring a 3930 Ford Tractor Surplus, Approving Trade-In and Purchase of a New Holland Compact Track Loader BRIEF SUMMARY: The Water and Sewer District has a 3930 Ford tractor with a 305 bush hog cutter that is currently inoperable and in need of major repairs. Purchased in January 1995, it has been estimated that it will cost more than $10,000 to repair the equipment. The District wishes to trade the equipment in on a New Holland Compact Track Loader with a 6 foot tree slasher. New Holland, which is a state contract vendor has quoted this equipment at $52,800; however, the vendor will give an allowance of $10,000 for the 3930 Ford Tractor bringing the cost of the new equipment to $42,800. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Adopt resolution declaring the 3930 Ford tractor with 305 bush hog cutter surplus and approving the trade-in on a New Holland Compact Track Loader. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ~ Resolution for disposal Fo!"d Truck as a trade-in .doc REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 177 RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT NEW HANOVER COUNTY WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Board of the Water and Sewer District desires to replace a Ford tractor having a 305 bushhog cutter that is in need of major repairs with a Positrac type cutting machine with a 6 foot tree slasher by using a state contract vendor; and WHEREAS, the vendor, New Holland, is offering to sell the new equipment for $52,800 with a trade-in allowance on the old Ford tractor in the amount often thousand dollars ($10,000) for an adjusted price of $42,800; and AND WHEREAS, the Finance Director and the County Manager recommend disposing of the 1994 Ford tractor Serial # BD93224 as a trade-in on the purchase of a new Positrac type cutting machine through state contract; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of the Water and Sewer District that the 1994 Ford tractor Serial # BD93224 be declared surplus and used as a trade-in on the purchase of a new Positrac type cutting machine and that the Finance Director be authorized to sign all related documents associated with this transaction. This 12th day of March, 2007. (SEAL) William A. Kopp, Jr., District Chairman ATTEST: Sheila 1. Schult, Clerk to the Board 178 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION Meeting Date: 03/12/07 Additional Item #: 1 Estimated Time: Page Number: Department: Emergency Management Presenter: Warren Lee Contact: Warren Lee SUBJECT: Severe Weather Awareness Week Proclamation BRIEF SUMMARY: Governor Mike Easley declared March 11-17 Severe Weather Awareness Week in North Carolina and recommends that families have safety plans for home, work or school so they can respond quickly when tornados or severe storms threaten. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Adopt proclamation. FUNDING SOURCE: Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions: Explanation: ATTACHMENTS: ~ ~ ~ Iiil.:-:::.: Iiil.:-:::.: ........ ... . Se\'ere Weather ,4:A'a!"eness Week .doc Severe Weather press release030707. doc T ornadoF acts. doc REVIEWED BY: LEGAL: FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES: N/A COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0. 179 PROCLAMATION BY THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK 2007 WHEREAS, in 2006, the National Weather Service in North Carolina issued 1,547 severe thunderstorm warnings, recorded 1,226 incidents of severe thunderstorms with winds of 60 miles per hour and/or large hail, and issued 168 flash flood warnings; and WHEREAS, North Carolina is traditionally an active tornado state from March through May and last year had 31 tornadoes touch down in 19 counties, resulting in eight fatalities and numerous injuries; and WHEREAS, lightning strikes are a significant threat in North Carolina, especially for people involved in outdoor recreational and sporting events; and WHEREAS, people are less likely to be injured when they know what to do when a tornado warning is issued and severe weather conditions threaten; and WHEREAS, the 2006 average lead warning time for severe weather was 16 minutes and citizens should listen to local radio, television, a weather channel or a NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) radio for information on severe weather; and WHEREAS, families should have an emergency safety plan for home, school and work, including knowing where the safest locations are along regularly-traveled routes; and WHEREAS, people should have a disaster supply kit on hand that contains a first-aid kit, a battery-powered radio, flashlight with extra batteries, canned and other non-perishable food, a hand-operated can opener, bottled water, sturdy shoes and work gloves; and WHEREAS, Wednesday, March 14, is the designated day for tornado drills to be held statewide in schools, government buildings and private companies; and WHEREAS, the Department of Crime Control and Public Safety, the National Weather Service and the Department of Public Instruction have collaborated to inform and educate North Carolinians about how to stay safe in severe weather; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that the week of March 11-17,2007 be recognized as "Severe Weather Awareness Week" in New Hanover County, and calls upon our citizens and interested groups to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of severe weather and how to stay safe. Adopted this, the 12'h day of March 2007. William A. Caster, Chairman Attest: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board -_._---_.._-._._..._~.,- 180 Michael F. Easley Governor State of North Carolina Office of the Governor For Release: IMMEDIATE Contact: Renee Hoffman Date: March 7, 2007 Phone: 919/733-5612 GOV. EASLEY DECLARES SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK MARCH 11-17 Tornado Drills In Schools and Government Buildings To Be Held March 14 RALEIGH - Gov. Mike Easley declared March 11-17 Severe Weather Awareness Week in North Carolina and recommends that families have safety plans for home, work or school so they can respond quickly when tornados or severe storms threaten. Easley said schools and government buildings statewide would hold tornado drills on Wednesday, March 14. "The tornado that struck Columbus County last fall and the one that killed school children in Alabama last week are reminders of how damaging and tragic these storms can be," said Easley. "Tornadoes can occur with little warning. I urge everyone to take the time to discuss and rehearse your family emergency plans, so that when the National Weather Service issues a tornado warning in your area, everyone can act quickly and take shelter calmly." Last year, the National Weather Service issued 104 tornado warnings, and recorded 31 tornadoes in North Carolina. Tornadoes usually form during heavy thunderstorms when warm, moist air collides with cold air. These storms can also produce large hail and strong winds. The Department of Crime Control and Public Safety recommends the safest place during a tornado is underground in a basement or a storm cellar. If there is no basement, people who are at home should go to the lowest floor ofthe house and to an interior room such as a hallway or closet. Schoolchildren should go to inner hallways, but stay out of gymnasiums, auditoriums or cafeterias where there is a large roof span. Office workers should take shelter under something sturdy like a desk or a table to protect from flying debris or a collapsed roof. Everyone should stay away from windows. "Listen to local radio, television, a weather channel or a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) radio for information on severe weather," said Douglas Hoell, director of the Division of Emergency Management. "We also recommend that your emergency plan include instructions on what to do along regularly traveled routes." Drivers who see a tornado forming or approaching should leave the car immediately and take shelter in a low lying area, such as a ditch. A tornado can easily blow a car off a road and many people have been killed while trying to outrun a tornado. -MORE- Governor's Press Office State Capitol, Raleigh, NC 27603-8001 (919) 733-5612 - Toll Free 1-800-662-7005 FAX (919) 733-5166 181 Those who are on foot or a bicycle could encounter falling trees, downed power lines or lightning, and they should go to a safe place immediately. The basement of a sturdy building is best. Lying flat in a ditch or low area may also offer protection, but beware of possible flash flooding and flying debris. Mobile home residents are especially vulnerable to damage from high winds and should go to a prearranged shelter when severe weather is predicted. Hoell reminds residents: "If a tornado watch is issued, it means that conditions are favorable and a tornado is possible. However, if a warning is issued, it means that a tornado has actually been spotted or appeared on radar. This is the time when you should go to a safe shelter immediately." Residents should be equally prepared when other forms of severe weather threaten such as lightning, floods or hail. Last year, the National Weather Center issued 168 flash flood warnings, and recorded more than 1,200 incidents of severe thunderstorms with winds of 60 miles per hour, some with large hail. Preparation for any type of severe weather also means having a family disaster plan and an emergency supply kit assembled and in a location where it is available in an emergency. More information on tornadoes, including a copy of the governor's proclamation and a tornado fact sheet, is available at www.nccrimecontrol.org/severeweather. Information on overall emergency preparedness and emergency supply kits is available at www.ReadvNC.org. ### 182 Tornado Safety Tips Tornadoes can occur with little or no warning. The Department of Crime Control and Public Safety recommends that family members have a safety plan to respond quickly in case a tornado threatens at home, work or school. Listen to local weather broadcasts . Listen to the radio, local television, weather channel or a NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) radio for information on any severe weather in your area. . A watch means conditions are right for tornado formation; a warning means a tornado has actually been sighted. Go to the lowest level and inner rooms . If a tornado threatens, the safest place to be is underground in a basement or storm cellar. . If you have no basement, go to an inner hallway or smaller inner room without windows, such as a bathroom or closet. . Do not open or close windows. Stay away from them. . Stay away from skylights and large open areas. . Stay out of gymnasiums, auditoriums and other rooms with a large expanse of roof. . Try to find something sturdy you can get under to protect yourself from flying debris or a collapsed roof. . Crouch on the floor in the egg position. . Use your arms to protect your head and neck. Mobile homes . If severe weather threatens seek other shelter. Even mobile homes with tie-downs are not safe from high winds. . Know beforehand where you can go for safe shelter whenever the weather turns bad. If you are outside . Lie on the ground, in a ditch or depression if possible. . Use your arms to protect your head and neck and wait for the storm to pass. . While waiting, be alert for the flash floods that sometimes accompany tornadoes. . Do not try to outrun a tornado in a car. A tornado can toss cars and trucks around like toys. . If you see a funnel cloud or hear a tornado warning issued, get out of your vehicle and find safe shelter immediately. Danger signs . Falling hail is a danger sign ifthere is a tornado watch or warning posted. . An approaching cloud of debris can mark the location of a tornado, even if a funnel is not visible. . The wind may die down and the air may become very still before a tornado hits. . Tornadoes generally occur near the trailing edge of a thunderstorm. . It is not uncommon to see clear, sunlit skies behind a tornado. 183 Tornado Facts . A tornado is a violently rotating column of air extending from the base of a thunderstorm to the ground and swirling with debris. (A funnel cloud rotates, but has no contact with the ground, no debris and is not doing any damage). . Tornadoes usually are preceded by very heavy rain and sometimes hail. . If hail falls from a thunderstorm, it is an indication that the storm has large amounts of energy and may be severe. In general, the larger the hailstones, the more potential for damaging thunderstorm winds or tornadoes. . The most violent tornadoes can have wind speeds of 250 miles per hour or more. . The typical width of a tornado is about 50 yards wide. . An average tornado damage path is one to two miles long. However, a tornado damage path can be more than one mile wide and 50 miles long. . The average tornado moves from southwest to northeast, though tornadoes have been known to move in any direction. . The average forward speed of a tornado is 30 mph but may vary from nearly stationary to 70 mph. . Tornadoes can occur throughout the year; however, the peak season in North Carolina is March through May. . Tornadoes are most likely to occur between late afternoon and early evening, but the twisters have been known to occur at all hours of the day or night. . The National Weather Service uses Doppler weather radar to sense the air movement within thunderstorms. Early detection of increasing rotation aloft within a thunderstorm can allow time for lifesaving warnings before a tornado forms. ## 184 185