2007-04-16 Regular Meeting
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31
REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 16, 2007 PAGE 83
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, April 16, 2007, at
9:00 a.m. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Wilmington,
North Carolina.
Members present were Chairman William A. Caster; Vice-Chairman Robert G. Greer; Commissioner Ted
Davis, Jr.; Commissioner William A. Kopp, Jr.; Commissioner Nancy H. Pritchett; County Manager Bruce T. Shell;
County Attorney Wanda M. Copley and Clerk to the Board Sheila L. Schult.
Chairman Caster called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone present.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Elder Eleanore Lipscomb-Warren, Associate Minister with Union Missionary Baptist Church, gave the
invocation.
Vice-Chairman Greer led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Chairman Caster reported that the following additional item has been added to the Consent Agenda:
Consideration of Resolution Inviting and Allowing Richmond County to Join the Southeastern Economic
Development Commission and asked if any member of the Board would like to remove an item from the Consent
Agenda for discussion.
Hearing none, Chairman Caster requested a motion from the Board to approve the items on the Consent
Agenda as presented.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to approve the items on the
Consent Agenda as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes
The Commissioners approved the minutes from the Agenda Review Meeting held on March 29, 2007, the
Joint Meeting held on March 30, 2007 and Regular Session Meeting held on April 2, 2007 as presented by the Clerk
to the Board.
Appointment of Matt Hunter to the Proposed Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
The Commissioners appointed Matt Hunter to serve a two-year term on the proposed Cape Fear Public
Utility Authority as the joint City of Wilmington and New Hanover County member.
Adoption of Resolution to Add Wild Rice Way, Valeria Lane and Bellflower Lane in the River Oaks
Subdivision and Aquarius Drive between Marymount Subdivision and Bayshore Estates to the State Highway
System
The Commissioners adopted the resolution to add Wild Rice Way, Valeria Lane and Bellflower Lane in the
River Oaks Subdivision and Aquarius Drive between Marymount Subdivision and Bayshore Estates to the State
Highway System (Div. File No: 1095-N and 1096-N)
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 20.1.
Authorization to Submit a Grant Application to the United States Department of Health and Human Services
- Special Improvement Project ? Department of Social Services
The Commissioners authorized the Department of Social Services to submit a grant application to the
United States Department of Health and Human Services, Special Improvement Project, in the amount of $100,000
for the first year and decreasing the following two years. If awarded, the funds will be used to contract with
community non-profit organizations to assist non-custodial parents who are on electronic monitoring in securing
employment and provide supportive services to help with maintaining that employment and pay child support. No
local match is required.
Ratification of Grant Application to the North Carolina Office of Minority Health Community - Focused
Initiative to Eliminate Health Disparities - Closing the Gap ? Health Department
The Commissioners ratified the grant application submitted by the Health Department to the North
Carolina Office of Minority Health Community, Focused Initiative to Eliminate Health Disparities, Closing the Gap,
for $75,000 per year for a three-year total of $225,000. If awarded, the funds will be used to fund a Health Educator
to focus on prevention of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, and to promote screening toward improved
healthy outcomes with a primary focus on reaching the African American and Latino communities at the community
level. The position will be eliminated upon expiration of grant funding. No local match is required.
Authorization to Establish a Program to Provide Colposcopy Services ? Health Department
The Commissioners authorized the Health Department to establish a program to provide colposcopy
services in Women's Preventive Health Division in the amount of $12,000. The departmental funds will be used to
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purchase equipment for the Women's Health Clinic. Dr. Henry Temple has agreed to perform the colposcopy at the
Health Department. Staff will seek grant funding for FY 07-08 for additional start-up costs and training.
Acceptance of Grant Award from the Good Shepherd Fund, Inc. for Safe Summer Program and Adoption of
Budget Ordinance Amendment 07-155 ? Sheriff?s Office
The Commissioners, on behalf of the Sheriff?s Office, accepted grant funds from the Good Shepherd Fund,
Inc. in the amount of $2,000 and adopted Budget Ordinance Amendment 07-155. The funds are to be used for the
Safe Summer Program that teaches drug abuse prevention, intervention and education. No local match is required.
A copy of the Budget Ordinance Amendment is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is
contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 20.2.
Approval of Release of Tax Values ? Tax Department
The Commissioners granted the following taxpayer the Senior Citizen/Disability Exclusion:
Hunter, Preston Leroy Etux. $35,167
The Commissioners granted the release of the following late list penalty as this was their first offense:
Atel Business Credit Inc. $3,014.67
The Commissioners granted exemptions from property tax for the following organizations:
Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church R05410-023-002-000
Wilmington Housing Authority R05414-001-023-000
R05414-001-024-000
R05414-001-025-000
R05414-001-026-000
R05414-001-034-000
R05414-001-031-000
R05414-001-033-000
R05414-001-035-000
R05414-001-037-000
R05414-001-040-000
R05414-001-041-000
R05414-001-042-000
R05414-001-043-000
Adoption of Budget Ordinance Amendments ? Budget Department
The Commissioners adopted the following Budget Ordinance Amendments:
07-173 - Emergency Management
07-175 - Health Department
07-176 - Juvenile Day Treatment Center
07-178 - Health Department
07-179 - Health Department
07-180 - Health Department
07-181 - Health Department
2007-82 - Sheriff?s Office
Copies of the Budget Ordinance Amendments are hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and are
contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 20.3
Adoption of Resolution Inviting and Allowing Richmond County into the Southeastern Economic
Development Commission as a Member County
The Commissioners adopted the resolution inviting and allowing Richmond County into the Southeastern
Economic Development Commission as a member County. The Southeastern Economic Development Commission
Executive Committee has approved their joining, and the Boards? of each of the current eleven member counties
must approve Richmond County?s membership before they can become members.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 20.4.
REGULAR AGENDA
PRESENTATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY RETIREMENT AWARDS
County Manager Shell requested Patricia J. Raynor to step forward to receive her retirement award. Ms.
Raynor recently retired from the Tax Department after thirty-three years of service.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Caster presented the retirement award and thanked Ms. Raynor for her
years of service.
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PRESENTATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY SERVICE AWARDS
County Manager Shell requested the following employees to step forward to receive service awards:
Five Year: Shannon Eakins - Information Technology
Thomas Cotton - Environmental Management
Jennifer Warren - Social Services
Ten Year: Patricia Bryant - Property Management
Regina James - Health Department
Fifteen Year: Cindy Smith - Social Services
Twenty Year: Barbara McCray - Tax Department
Twenty-Five Year: Paulette Long - Social Services
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Caster presented a service award to each employee, expressed
appreciation and thanked them for their dedicated years of service.
RECOGNITION OF NEW EMPLOYEES
County Manager Shell requested the following new employees to stand and be introduced:
William Newell ? Airlie Gardens Maria Escamilla ? Social Services
Sheila Boyd ? Finance Department Roy Spellman ? Social Services
Janelle Rhyne ? Health Department Brenda Keegan ? Social Services
Susan Matthews ? Health Department Rheda Richmond ? Social Services
Paul Piazza ? Inspections Department David Bomba ? Social Services
Colleen Murtaugh ? Inspections Dept. Sheri Parrish ? Social Services
Anthony Accattato ? Inspections Dept. Emily Provost ? Social Services
Brandon Quatman ? Inspections Dept. Kiia Owens ? Social Services
Susan Allen ? Library Leah Holub ? Social Services
Alicia Snyder ? Social Services Cynthia Shoaf ? Tax Department
Patricia Robinson ? Social Services Michelle Carter ? Tax Department
Deanna Williams ? Social Services Warriette Hardy ? Tax Department
Angela Sortino ? Social Services Dentra Rhodes ? Property Management
Marty Levite ? Social Services
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Caster welcomed the new employees to County Government and wished
them success in their new positions.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW EXTENSION AGENTS
Cooperative Extension Director Melissa Hight introduced the following new agents:
Beth Ann Scisco, Horticultural Therapy Agent
Marcia Doering, Urban Horticultural Agent/Arboretum Coordinator
Aimee Allen, 4-H Youth Development Agent
Director Hight stated that she looks forward to working with the new agents and growing the educational
programs with the addition of these very talented new staff members.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Caster welcomed the new agents.
RECOGNITION OF MELISSA HIGHT AND DAVID NASH
County Manager Bruce Shell reported that the 2007 State Extension Conference was held in Raleigh, with
an awards banquet on March 12, 2007. The following awards were presented to New Hanover County staff:
Melissa Hight, New Hanover County Extension Director, received the Carol M. Birckhead Award for
Outstanding County Extension Director. This award is presented to a County Extension Director recognized by
staff, peers, volunteers and local government for outstanding leadership and citizenship.
David Nash, Extension Coastal Management Agent, received the Charles M. Brickhouse Development
Award. The $2,500 scholarship will be used to study Beach Vitex eradication methods used in Hawaii, which is the
only place this invasive species is native. The education gleaned from this study trip will be used to help our coastal
counties deal with removal of this plant more effectively.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Caster congratulated Ms. Hight and Mr. Nash on their awards.
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 22-28, 2007 AS
WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD
IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Commissioner Pritchett reported that Smart Start of New Hanover County and the National Association for
the Education of Young Children have requested the Board declare April 22-28, 2007 as Week of the Young Child in
New Hanover County.
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Commissioner Pritchett read the proclamation into the record.
Chairman Caster requested a motion for adoption.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Greer, to adopt the proclamation
declaring April 22-28, 2007 as Week of the Young Child in New Hanover County. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Ms. Janet Nelson, Executive Director, Smart Start of New Hanover County, accepted the proclamation and
introduced Brad Brown and his son.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 20.5.
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 22-28, 2007 AS
NATIONAL COUNTY
GOVERNMENT WEEK IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Assistant County Manager Andre? Mallette read the proclamation into the record declaring April 22-28,
2007 as National County Government Week in New Hanover County. A week-long series of events have been
planned including Chairman Caster presenting a State of the County Address and an open house and dedication of
the New Hanover County Government Center.
Chairman Caster requested a motion for adoption.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adopt the proclamation
declaring April 22-28, 2007 as National County Government Week in New Hanover County. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 20.6.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE PROPOSED SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT ACT OF
2007
Commissioner Pritchett reported that two versions of a proposed Solid Waste Management Act of 2007 are
under consideration as House Bill 1233 and Senate Bill 1492. If approved by the General Assembly, among other
things, the Solid Waste Management Act of 2007 would greatly increase solid waste disposal fees by adding a $2.00
per ton surcharge tax and drive up the cost of landfill construction.
Commissioner Pritchett read the resolution into the record.
After brief discussion concerning the financial impact on counties, Chairman Caster requested direction
from the Board.
Commissioner Kopp reported that the Board of Directors, North Carolina Association of County
Commissioners, is considering a similar resolution.
Motion
: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adopt the resolution
recommending to the New Hanover County Legislative Delegates that they oppose the proposed measures of House
Bill 1233 and Senate Bill 1492, ?The Solid Waste Management Act of 2007? as detrimental to the financial stability
of counties. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 20.7.
PRESENTATION BY THE CAPE FEAR RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES
Cape Fear Resource Conservation and Development Services Coordinator Marilyn Meares reported that
they represent Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover and Pender Counties and presented an update
highlighting the following ongoing projects in New Hanover County:
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Continued the inventory and consolidation of flora and fauna studies of Eagles Island.
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Partners in the Fort Fisher Basin improvement project.
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YWCA outdoor experiential classroom.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Caster thanked Ms. Meares for the update.
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION DECLARING APRIL 2007 AS
CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION
MONTH IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Chairman Caster reported that the Department of Social Services has requested the Board declare the
month of April 2007 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in New Hanover County.
District Attorney Ben David read the proclamation into the record.
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Chairman Caster requested a motion for adoption.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Greer, to adopt the proclamation
declaring the month of April 2007 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in New Hanover County. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 20.8.
CAPE FEAR MUSEUM PRESENTATION
Cape Fear Museum Advisory Board Chairman Bill Terrell presented an overview highlighting the
following Museum accomplishments over the past year:
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Preservation of over 50,000 catalogued artifacts
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Education of over 30,000 visitors annually
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Accreditation by the American Association of Museums
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Launched a weekend Learning Center
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Opened the new lobby area
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Opened the Arrivals Exhibit
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Opened the Civil War Photos Exhibit
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Opened a rare collection from the Chrysler Museum
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Completion of the Facilities Master Plan
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Inclusion in the Parks Bond Referendum
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Cape Fear Museum Associates funded Feasibility Study
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New school programs included Simple Machines Program and Water Quality Testing Outreach Kits
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Collections care included an increase in artifact conservation, digitizing 51% of collections and the Cape
Fear Museum Associates have agreed to fund a summer intern to catalogue archives
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Continued collaborative marketing with Library/Museum bookmarks
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Continued marketing the Cape Fear Explorer Passport ?07; a thirty-one member, four-county collaborative.
In closing, Mr. Terrell stated that the Museum Advisory Board and Staff continue to be committed to
serving county residents, employers and visitors.
Vice-Chairman Greer thanked Mr. Terrell, the Advisory Board members and volunteers for their
commitment to the Museum.
APPROVAL OF SOUTHEASTERN CENTER FACILITY PROJECT
Assistant County Manager Pat Melvin reported that currently Southeastern Center for Mental Health,
Disability and Substance Abuse Services serves Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender Counties and is housed in two
locations. Southeastern Center is requesting the Board participate with them in the construction of a single facility
to house all Southeastern Center staff with satellite offices maintained in Brunswick and Pender Counties. She
introduced Dr. Art Costantini, Southeastern Center Director and requested he make the presentation.
Dr. Art Costantini, Southeastern Center Director, detailed the following facility request:
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Southeastern Center will convey to the County a sum of $5 million from its unreserved fund balance to be
used by the County, together with County funds, for the construction of a health facility to be occupied by
Southeastern Center.
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The new facility will house staff from two buildings currently located on South 17 Street in New Hanover
County.
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This project also involves Brunswick and Pender Counties. The Board of Commissioners for Brunswick
and Pender Counties has informally indicated their approval that Southeastern Center utilizes the
unreserved fund balance to construct the new facility. Formal approval is forthcoming.
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Southeastern Center will convey to the County the 12.7-acre tract for construction of the 40,000 square foot
facility. The property is located between Medical Center Drive and Physicians Drive.
Dr. Costantini confirmed with Commissioner Davis that the estimated value of the property is $500,000 an
acre, and if sold as a large track the estimated value of the property is $8 ? 9 million.
Finance Director Avril Pinder presented the proposal that the County will construct a 40,000 square foot
building, estimated cost of $9.335 million, using Southeastern Center?s unreserved fund balance of $5 million for
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construction costs on the 12.7-acre tract. The lease of the property located at 2541 South 17 Street will be
discontinued. The County will finance the additional estimated amount of $4 million for construction costs and the
estimated debt service in the amount $295,000 during the two-year construction period. It is anticipated that the
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lease revenue of 2023 South 17 Street, in the estimated amount of $448,000, will cover the debt service on the new
facility.
County Manager Bruce Shell reported that before the Board is the request to adopt the resolution approving
the project, agreeing to the construction of a health facility to be occupied by Southeastern Center for the lease of
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one-dollar annual rent and the transfer of Southeastern Center assets of 12.72 acres and $5 million to New Hanover
County. A formal financing proposal will be brought back to the Board for approval as the project proceeds.
In response to Board questions, Dr. Costantini reported that it appears that in the future, the current mental
health reform will be reformed again, giving the Local Management Entities an increase in authority and
responsibility to assure that proper services are being provided effectively and efficiently.
After Board discussion concerning the valuable asset the land and facility will be to New Hanover County,
Chairman Caster requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adopt the resolution approving
the Southeastern Center project, agreeing to the construction of a health facility to be occupied by Southeastern
Center for the lease of one-dollar annual rent and the transfer of Southeastern Center assets of 12.72 acres and $5
million to New Hanover County. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 20.9.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST BY THE EXCHANGE CLUB OF LOWER CAPE FEAR WILMINGTON FOR
FUNDS FOR VETERAN?S HEALING FIELD OF HONOR AT THE
BATTLESHIP USS NORTH
CAROLINA
Budget Director Cam Griffin reported that Betsy Cromartie, President of the Exchange Club of Lower
Cape Fear Wilmington is requesting a County contribution to help fund the Veteran's Healing Field of Honor at the
Battleship USS North Carolina Memorial Day Weekend.
Chairman Caster reported that the Veteran?s Healing Field of Honor project would display 1,500 American
flags in honor and memory of all who have served in the six United States wars. The amount requested is $10,000.
The Wilmington City Council will be considering a similar request at their April 17, 2007 meeting. Currently the
County has one individual serving on active duty with the duty assignment being carried out locally; three Sheriff?s
deputies are scheduled to be deployed in the future.
After brief discussion on the many worthy causes that come before the Board, Chairman Caster requested
direction from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Greer, to approve the request from the
Exchange Club of Lower Cape Fear/Wilmington for $250 for the purchase of flags for the Veteran?s Healing Field
of Honor at the Battleship USS North Carolina Memorial Day Weekend. At the conclusion of the event, the flags
will be displayed at County Government offices. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
BREAK
: Chairman Caster called for a break at 10:42 a.m. until 10:54 a.m.
APPROVAL OF SUPPORT FOR THE CITY OF WILMINGTON TO NEGOTIATE A SPECIAL ORDER
OF CONSENT WITH THE STATE REGARDING IMPROVEMENTS AND REDUCTION IN FLOW TO
THE NORTHEAST INTERCEPTOR
Assistant County Manager Dave Weaver reported that the Wilmington City Council, at its April 3, 2007
meeting, adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to make application to the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources for a Special Order of Consent relating to the reduction in flow in the Northeast Interceptor
and improvements to the Northeast Interceptor. Strategies for the management of flows include the diversion of
some flow from the Southside Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant. Any
application and negotiations with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources will be consistent with a
list of ten parameters to reduce flow and with final terms subject to approval by the Wilmington City Council.
The City of Wilmington is requesting that New Hanover County support its efforts by endorsing the
resolution and the list of ten parameters and partner with them in the negotiations. The City may be the official lead
agency, as they are the permit holder for the Northeast Interceptor.
Assistant County Manager Weaver referenced the following list of parameters to reduce flow:
1. Immediately divert a reasonable amount of flow (up to 25,000 gallons) per day of Porters Neck area sewer
flows from the Northeast Interceptor to the Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant. Divert additional flow
after the Special Order of Consent and/or plan capacity increases are in place.
2. Enter into contractual negotiations with the State of North Carolina immediately, committing to the
Northeast Interceptor improvements and request compliance flexibility until they are completed.
3. Give engineering consultants notice to proceed with initiative to increase Northside Wastewater Treatment
Plant capacity earlier than scheduled.
4. City and County to immediately initiate a sewer insert program for all manholes in the Northeast
Interceptor area and the basin served by the Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant to reduce rainwater
inflow. Then, strategically and appropriately expand this program system-wide.
5. City and County to fund system investigation and repair program as identified by CDM Study in the
Northeast Interceptor area and expand program system-wide to reduce storm water and groundwater flows
into the sewer system.
6. Building permits for residential construction in the Northeast Interceptor area would continue to be issued.
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7. Commercial building permits in the Northeast Interceptor area that add new flows will be limited to 80% of
the average increase in commercial flows over the past two years, until plant capacity is increased or the
Northeast Interceptor improvements are completed.
8. City and County to stop authorizing developer prepared applications for state permitted sewer system
extensions in the Northside Wastewater Treatment Plant area until plant capacity is increased. This would
cover adding main lines (new sewer extensions) to the system.
9. Water use conservation program continues and expanded for City customers and begins for County
customers to reduce sewer flows.
10. Continue with the capacity planning, allocation and management process for the system.
Chairman Caster reported that the ten parameters will be used as tools to implement the Special Order of
Consent and flexibility in their application is anticipated. The State ultimately will make the final decision on any
requirements concerning the Northeast Interceptor.
In discussion on the parameter to limit commercial building permits in the Northeaster Interceptor area that
add new flows to 80% of the average increase in commercial flows over the past two years, until plant capacity is
increased or the Northeast Interceptor improvements are completed, Assistant County Manager Weaver reported
that the County will be responsible for implementing a tracking system to keep count of all new commercial permits
through the Inspections Department when issuing building permits. In determining the amount of use per project,
the State has a set of ?standard capacity needs? that will be used. Discussion is ongoing concerning the details of
implementing a tracking system. It is estimated that the limits will be in place for a couple of years.
Commissioner Davis encouraged the Wilmington City Council to continue to move forward with the
consolidation of the water and sewer utilities.
Vice-Chairman Greer clarified that a letter the City of Wilmington received from the North Carolina
Division of Water Quality imposing a moratorium on sewer line extensions in the area served by the Southside
Wastewater Treatment Plant was misleading because it stated that the plant had exceeded capacity. The letter goes
on to state that the average flow for the 2006 calendar year was calculated to be 81.14% of the current treatment
capacity, therefore, plant capacity was not exceeded.
Hearing no further discussion, Chairman Caster requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to endorse the Wilmington City
Council resolution authorizing application and negotiation with the North Carolina Department of Environment and
Natural Resources for a Special Order of Consent Relating to the Northeast Interceptor including the list of ten
parameter items. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Appointment to the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee
Chairman Caster reported that vacancies need to be filled on the Adult Care Home Community Advisory
Committee with one application available for consideration.
Chairman Caster requested nominations from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Greer, to appoint Katherine Carroll to
a one-year term on the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee with the term to expire on April 30,
2008. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Appointments to the Juvenile Day Treatment Center Advisory Board
Chairman Caster reported that three vacancies need to be filled on the Juvenile Day Treatment Center
Advisory Board with one applicant eligible for reappointment and three applications available for consideration.
Chairman Caster requested nominations from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to reappoint Brian Brosnan to a
three-year term on the Juvenile Day Treatment Center Advisory Board with the term to expire on April 30, 2010.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Commissioner Pritchett nominated Diana Woolley. The nomination was seconded by Vice-Chairman
Greer.
Commissioner Kopp nominated Angela Lee. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner Pritchett.
Vote:
The Board voted unanimously to appoint Diana Woolley to serve an unexpired term on the Juvenile Day
Treatment Center Advisory Board with the term to expire April 30, 2008.
Vote:
The Board voted unanimously to appoint Angela Lee to serve a three year term on the Juvenile Day
Treatment Center Advisory Board with the term to expire April 30, 2010.
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Appointment to the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee
Chairman Caster reported that one vacancy needs to be filled on the Nursing Home Community Advisory
Committee with one member eligible for reappointment and requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to reappoint Mark C. Sheffield
to serve a three-year term on the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee with the term to expire on April
30, 2010. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY
WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
Chairman Caster convened from Regular Session at 11:26 a.m. to hold a meeting of the New Hanover
County Water and Sewer District.
Chairman Caster reconvened to Regular Session at 11:27 a.m.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Caster announced that time had been reserved to allow the public to present an item that was not
listed on the regular agenda. He requested all persons speaking to limit their remarks to three minutes.
No items were presented.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED LEGISLATION EXEMPTING NEW HANOVER REGIONAL MEDICAL
CENTER FROM THE STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS GOVERNING PUBLIC CONTRACTS
The Board held a brief discussion concerning a proposed bill exempting New Hanover Regional Medical
Center from the statutory requirements governing public contracts.
Vice-Chairman Greer stated that it is important to note that New Hanover Regional Medical Center is a
County-owned public hospital, not a private facility. He suggested that the proper process to follow in seeking
legislation is for the New Hanover Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees to pass a resolution outlining their
specific request for presentation to the County Commissioners. If approved, the Board could then present the
request to the Legislators.
After brief discussion, the Board requested additional information on the proposed legislation and directed
Staff to schedule a formal, informational presentation at one of their May meetings.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Caster called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adjourn the meeting. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Caster adjourned the meeting at 11:39 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sheila L. Schult
Clerk to the Board