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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 8, 1980
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Tuesday,
April 8, 1980, at 7:00 p. m. in the Assembly Room, New Hanover County Administration
Building, Wilmington" North Carolina. (The meeting was changed to Tuesday since
Monday, April 7, 1980, was Easter Monday.)
Members present were Commissioners Howard L. Armistead, Jra; Karen E. Gottovi;
Claud O'Shields, Jr.; Vivian S. Wright; Chairman Ellen C. Williams; County Manager
George F. Cooper; County Attorney James C. Fox; and Clerk to the Board Alyce B.
Rusmisell. No members were absent.
Chairman Williams called the meeting to order.
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Commissioner O'Shields offered the invocation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 10, 1980, AND MARCH 17, 1980
Upon motion by Commissioner Gottovi, seconded by Commissioner Armistead,
the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 10, 1980, were unanimously approved
as presented.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF 1979/80 BUDGET HEARINGS
Commissioner Wright pointed out that in the Minutes of the Public Hearing on
the 1979/80 Budget and Revenue Sharing Budget, the date should be changed to
Tuesday, June 12, instead of June 22.
Commissioner Wright stated that in the Minutes of the June 13 budget hearing
under the discussion of the Cape Fear Tech budget, she thought she had made the
motion to reduce Acct. *6111 to $93,680 and the Minutes showed another Commissioner
making the motion.' (On listening to the tape, the Clerk determined that both
Commissioners had mentioned the reduction, but Commissioner Gottovi was the one
that said "SO move", and therefore was the one s:tlown as making the motion.)
Commissioner Wright stated that also in reference to the Minutes of the
hearing on June 13, her notes showed that she made a motion to approve the Soil
& Water Conservation budget request, and the Minutes showed another Commissioner 0
making the motion. (Upon checking the tape, the Clerk could not tell who had
made the motion, but the tape did indicate her asking if it was made by Commissioner
O'Shields and seconded by Commissioner Armistead, and she had assumed from that
remark that they had made the motion since that was also in her notes.)
Commissioner Wright also pointed out that in the Minutes of the budget
discussion on June 14, under Discussion of Human Services Budgets under Social
Services, the motion to approve the Services fortthe Aging request of $13,537
did not show the vote, and her notes showed that it was voted on and that she
had voted""no". (Upon checking her notes and the tape, the Clerk determined
that Commissioners Q'Shields and Gottovi had voted "aye", Commissioners Wright
and Williams had voted "noe", and Commissioner Armistead stated that he would
feel more comfortable voting after he got more information on that budget request.)
Commissioner Wright moved, seconded by Commissioner Armistead, to approve the
Minutes of the 1979/80 Budget Hearings with the changes outlined subject to the
Clerk's checking the tapes and being sure of the changes. Upon vote, the motion
carried unanimously.
Copies of the Budget Minutes are contained in Exhibit Book VII, Page 54
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Upon motion by Commissioner Gottovi, seconded by Commissioner Armistead, the
following'Consent Agenda items were unanimously approved:
APPROVAL OF FIREWORKS PERMIT FOR AZALEA FESTIVAL
Permission for the Azalea Festival Committee to have a fireworks display at
Legion Stadium on the evening of April 10, 1980, and also the firing of
three-inch salutes from the riverbank near the USS North Carolina.
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REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION FOR TRASK PARK IMPROVEMENTS
Time extension of 15 calendar days for bad weather and 9 calendar days due to
events over which the contractor had no control which delayed competion of the
project, granted to Central Builders, Inc. for Trask Park Improvements.
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INTERIM LEASE 0 N SNOW'S CUT PARK
Authorization for the County Manager to execute an interim lease from April 1,
1980, through March 31, 1981, while, the proposed 25-year lease with the
Department of the Army was being form~lized and executed by higher authority.
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AIRPORT MASTER PLANNING GRANT - TERMINAL AREA CONCEPT STUDY
Adoption of Resolution accepting FAA Planning Grant Program Project A-37-0084-02
in the amount of $25,326 for the Airport Terminal Area Concept Study and
authorization for the execution thereof by the Chairman.
Adoption of Resolution accepting'the Grant Agreement with the N. C. Department
of Transportation for the State's share of this project from the State Aid to
Airports in the amount of $2,664, and authqrization for the Chairman to execute
the necessary documents. '
Authorization for the
Associates to perform
grants:were approved,
the funds:
Chairman to,e~ecute..the Contract with Talbert, Cox and
the Terminal Area~ Concept Study for which the above
and the foll~~ing b~dget amendment necessary to budget
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Revenue
Debit - Acct. t31 349 02, Federal Grant
Acct. t31 350 02, State Grant
Acct. t31 650 97, Transfer from Capital Project
Credit - Acct. t31 650 04, Professional Services
$ 25,326
2,664
1,407,
$ 29,397
Copies of the Resolutions are contai';ed in"Exhibit Book VII, Page 55, and the
other documents are on file in the County Manager's Office.
BUDGET AMENDMENT - HOSPITAL EXPANSION PROJECT
The following budget amendment was approved to disburse payment to the hospital
for interest earned on the Certificates of Deposit being held in the Contingency
Account:
Debit - Acct. t78 329 00, Interest on Investments
$16,666.12
Credit - Acct. t78 575 91, Payment to Hospital
$16,666.12
~ BUDGET AMENDMENT - ENGINEERING
The following amendment was approved in the Engineering budget to cover
additional repairs to the Mental Health Center for damages caused by fire:
Debit - Acct. tll 360 01, Insurance Proceeds - Mental Health
Credit - Acct. tll 535 18, Repairs - Mental Health Center
$75,000.
$75,000.
BUDGET AMENDMENT - NON-DEPARTMENTAL
The following amendment was approved in the Non-Departmental
for the last insurance policies for this fiscal year:
budget to pay
Debit - Acct. tll 301 00, Ad Valorem Taxes
Credit - Acct. tll 660 54, Insurance and Bonds
$1,442.
$1,442.
BUDGET AMENDMENT - ADAP-06 - TAXIWAY "B"
The following amendment was approved in the ADAP-06 Project to cover increased
cost for Amendment No. 1 to the Contract with Talbert, Cox & Associates which
was approved on October 2, 1979:
Debit - Acct. t85 575 76, Contingency
Credit - Acct. t85 757 54, Basic Engineering
$ 8,000.
$ 8,000.
BUDGET AMENDMENT - MUSEUM
The following budget amendment was approved for the Museum to cover increased
cost of oil ahd to'pay dues 'for the 1980 Southeastern Museum Conference?
Debit - Acct. HI 625 45, Contracted $ 550.
Acct. HI 625 07, Retirement 590.
Acct. HI 625 12, Printing 360.
Credit - Acct. HI 625 13, Utilities $1,500.
Debit - Acct. tll 625 74, Equipment $ 25.
Credit - Acct. HI 625 53, Dues & Subsctiptions $ 25.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 8, 1980 (CONTINUED)
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED)
BUDGET AMENDMENT - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
The following transfer was approved in the Sheriff~s Department' budget-to
cover operational expenses for the remainder of this fiscal year: ,...._"
Debit
Credit
- ' Acct.
- Acct.
Acct.
#11 335 00,
*11 510 14,
*11 510 02,
Miscellaneous Revenue
Travel, Meetings & Schools
Salaries & Wages
$ ll,961.16'
$ 2,107.29
9,853.87
AWARD FOR ALARM MONITORING SYSTEM- SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
Only one bid was received for the Alarm Monitoring System for the Sheriff's
Department and the bid was awarded to that company, Carolina Security 0
Patrol, Inc. in the amount of $8,450.
INCREASED GRANT OFFER FOR USER CHARGE/INDUSTRIAL COST RECOVERY SYSTEM
Authorization was granted for the Chairman to execute the Grant Amendment
increasing the EPA Grant for preparation of the User Charge/Industrial
Cost ~i"covery System: by $5,700 making the total, offer $92,'077:'
PUBLIC HEARING - NAMING OF MASONBORO'SOUND ROAD
Notice had been'giyen that the New Hanover Board of County Commissioners, in
accordance with N. C. General Statue 153A-240, would hold a public hearing on
Tuesday, April 8, 1980, in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Administration
Building, 320 Chestnut Street, to consider the naming of N. C. Secondary Road
1515 in Masonnoro Township as'Masonboro Sound Road.
Planning Director Bill Farris gave the background leading up to this request
for the naming of Masonboro Sound Road.
Upon motion by Commissioner O'Shields, seconded by Commissioner Gottovi, the
following Ordinance was unanimously adopted:
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA:
COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER:
BEFORE THE BOARD OF
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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IN THE MATTER OF NAMING OF
NORTH CAROLINA SECONDARY
ROAD 1515
ORDINANCE
In appearing to the Board of County Commissioners of New 'Hanover County
that consideration has been given to the naming of North Carolina Secondary
Road 1515 running from North Carolina Secondary Road 1492 (Masonboro Loop Road)
east, south and west approximately 13,094.4 feet to the intersection of North
Carolina Secondary Road 1492 (Masonboro Loop Road), and it further appearing
that a public hearing was held on the 8th day of April, 1980, at which time
all persons were heard on the question of whether or not the naming would be
in the public interest, and it further appearing that notice of said hearing
was transmitted to all adjacent property owners, published in a local newspaper,
and prominently posted in at least three (3) locations along said road, and
the Board of County Commissioners is of the opinion that said public road in
New Hanover County should be named and the naming of same is in the public
interest, the description of which is delineated on the attached exhibit.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS ORDAINED AND DECREED that the above described road
is hereby named Masonboro Sound Road.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this ordinance be filed in the office
of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina, and that notice
of this action taken by the Board of County Commissioners be transmitted to the
postmaster having jurisdiction over the road, the North Carolina Board of
Transportation and to any city within five (5) miles of said road in accordance
with N. C. General Statute 153A-240.
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This the 8th day of April, 1980.
Mr. Martin Willard presented a petition signed by residents along Masonboro
Sound Road and thanked the Commissioners for their action.
A copy of the Ordinance as adopted and recorded is contained in Exhibit
Book VII, Page 55...,
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PUBLIC HEARING
Notice had been given that a public hearing would be held by the Board of
Commissioners of New Hanover County on Tu~sday, April 8, 1980, at 7:00 p. m. i~
the Assembly Room of the County Administration Building, 320 Chestnut Street,
Wilmington, North Carolina, to consider the following:
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION FOR' SPECIAL 'USE PERMIT TO USE PROPERTY
(306 BRADLEY DRIVE) LOCATED SOUTHEAST OF THE TERMINATION OF BRADLEY DRIVE ALONG'
BOTH SIDES OF A PRIVATE ROAD CONNECTING BRADLEY DRIVE TO CAMP WRIGHT ROAD ( CEDAR
LAND FOR A CEMENTERY IN AN R-15 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT.
This matter had been continued from the meeting of March 10, 1980, at the
request of the petitioners.
Mr. Charles Lilley of the Planning Department reported that as a result of,
the meeting on March 10, he had reviewed the cemetery plans with the County ,
Attorney and they had determined that the property that was deeded to Oleander
Memorial Gardens prior to::the adoption of the Zoning Ordinance for this
particular area of~the County were a non-conforming use and exempt from the
Special Use Permit requirements.
Mr. Lilley distributed a draft of suggested language submitted by the
attorney for the neighbors opposing this permit to be used in the Special Use
Permit for the area in which the permit was required.
Mr. Lilley reported that the staff had recommended approval with the
following conditions, and the planning Commission had recommended approval with
these conditions at its meeting on January 9, 1980.
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,1. Well separation of at least 100 horizontal feet between any potable
water system and any burial vault.
2. Minimum of 12 inches vertical separation between the seasonal'high
water table and any vault.
3. That any problem associated with erosion, drainage, or other physical
attributes be abated promptly to avoid public health nuisances, problems,
or hazards. Final abatement shall be inspected and approved by the
Health Department.
4. Plan as submitted and approved with the application for Special Use
Permit; and
5. That the Special Use Permit shall comply with all other supplemental
regulations and requirements imposed by the Zoning Ordinance or any
other Federal, State or local ordinance.
Mr. David Scott, Attorney for the petitioners commented on changes they were
going to make in the plans.
Mr. Randolph Coble answered questions from the Board.
Mr. James C. Fox, County Attorney commented.
Mr. James B. Swails, Attorney for the opposing parties commented.
Commissioner Gottovi moved, seconded by Commissioner Armistead to deny the
Special Use Permit and that the Attorneys and cemetery owners work on this
problem and bring it back in six months,
After further discussion, Commissioner Gottovi withdrew her motion.
After the Commission'" had considered the following four items and found
them to be fact, (a) that the use would not materially endanger the public
health or safety if located where proposed and developed according to the plan
as submitted and approved; (b) that ,the use met all required conditions and
specifications; (c) that the use would not substantially injure the value of
adjoining or abutting property or the use was a public necessity; and (d) that
the location and character of the use, if developed according to the plan as
submitted and approved, would be in harmony with'the area in which it was ,to ,be
located and in general conformity 'with the plan of d~velopment'for New 'Hanover
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 8, 1980 (CONTINUED)
CEMENTARY SPECIAL USE PERMIT (CONTINUED)
County, Commissioner
Gottovi
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nl~hiA'nQ moved, seconded by Commissioner
, that this Special Use Permit be issued based on the following
1. The burial or interment of bodies shall be entirely below the natural,
unaltered level of ground in accordance with regulations as to dept
imposed by authorities having jurisdiction thereof.
2. No buildings shall be placed within the special area covered by the
special use permit other than tool sheds, shelters and offices as now
existing within the Oleander Memorial Gardens as of February 1, 1980.
3. That this be designated a "Memorial Garden" with ground level markers
only.
4. Well separation of at least 100 horizontal feet between any potable
water system and any burial vault.
5. Minimum of 12 inches vertical separation between the, seasonal high water
table and any vault.
6. That any problem associated with erosion, drainage, or other physical
attributes be abated promptly to avoid public health nuisances, problems,
or hazards. Final abatement shall be inspected and approved by the
Health Department.
7. Plan as submitted and approved with the application for Special Use
Permit; and
8. That the Special Use Permit shall comply with all other supplemental
regulations and requirements imposed by the Zoning Ordiance or any
other Federal, State or local ordinance.
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Upon vote, the motion carried unanimously.
BREAK
Chairman. Williams recessed the meeting for a break from 8:15 o'clock p. m.
until 8:25 o'clock p. m.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO USE PROPERTY 0
(106'> GORDON ROAD) LOCATED ON THE SOUTHS IDE OF GORDON ROAD APPROXIMATELY 200 FEET
EAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF GORDON ROAD AND CASTLE HAYNE ROAD (U. S. HWY. 117) FOR
A SHEET METAL FABRICATING SHOP FOR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING IN A B-2 (HIGHWAY
BUSINESS) DISTRICT.
Mr. Charles Lilley of the Planning Department reported that the Planning
Staff recommended approval of this Special Use Permit with certain conditions, and
the Planning Commission recommended approval at its meeting on March 5 based on
the following conditions:
1. Fencing of an impermeable nature to a m~n~rnum height of 7 feet places as
indicated on the plan, except the southern property line;
2. Plan as submitted and approved with the application for Special Use
Permit; and
3. That the Special Use Permit shall comply with all other supplemental,
rregulations and requirements imposed by the Zoning Ordinance or any
other federal, state or local ordinance.
Chairman Williams asked if there was anyone present to speak in favor of or
in opposition to this application and no one appeared.
After the Commission had considered the following four items and found them
to be fact, (a) that the use would not materially endanger the public health or
safety if located where proposed and developed according to the plan as submitted
and approved; (b) that the use met all required conditions and specifications; 0
(c) that the use would not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property or the use was a public necessity; and (d) that the location and character
of the use, if developed according to the plan as submitted and approved, would
be in harmony with the area in which it was to be located and in general ,conformity
with the plan of development for New. Hanover County, Commissioner o'Shields
moved, seconded by Commissioner Wriqht , that this Special Use
Permit be issued based on the same conditions as recommended by the Planning
Commission. Upon vote the motion carried unanimously. '
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL USE PERM~T TO USE PROPERTY
(APPROXIMATELY 21. 63 ACRES) LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 200 FEET SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION
OF LORRAINE DRIVE AND SILVER LAKE ROAD FOR A PAIlK IN AN R-IO (SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT.
Chairman Williams asked, if there was' anyone present to oppose this request, and
no one app~ared. I
After the Commission had considered the following four items and found them
to be fact, (a) that the use would not materially endanger the public health o~
safety if located where proposed and developed according to the plan as submit~ed
and approved; (b) that the use met all required conditions and specifications; I
(c) that the use would not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property or the use was a public necessity; and (d) that the location and !
character,of the use, .if developed according to the plan as submitted and approved,
w~uld be 1n harmony w1th the area in which it was to be in general conformity
w1th the plan of development for N~w Hanover County, Commissioner Armistead
move~, sec~nded by Commissioner n'~hip'ds , that this Special Use
Perm1t be 1ssued based on the same conditions as recommended by the Planning
Commission. Upon vote t~e motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO USE PROPERTY
(APPROXIMATELY 2.48 ACRES) LOCATED ON BOTH THE EAST AND WEST SIDES OF CAROLINA
BEACH ROAD ( U. S. Hm. 421) AND ABUTTING THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY AT SNOW'S CUT
FOR A PARK IN AN R-15 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT.
Chairman :Williams asked if there waS anyone present to oppose this request,
and no one appeared.
After the Commission had considered the following four items and found them
to be fact, (a) that the use would not materially endanger the public health or
safety if located where proposed and developed according to the plan as submitted
and approved; (b) that the use met all required conditions and specifications;
(c) that the use would not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property or the use was a public necessity; and (d) that the location and character
of the use, if developed according to the plan as sUbmitted and approved, would
be in harmony with the area in which it was to be located and in general, conformity
with the plan of development for New Hanover County, Commissioner O'Shie1ds
moved, seconded by Commissioner 'Armistead . that this special Use
permit be issued based on the same conditions as recommended by the Planning
Commission. Upon vote the motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION ON BURTON STEEL COMPANY OPERATION ON OAKLEY ROAD
Mr. C. G. Kerr, a resident of Oakley Road,
~egarding problems concerning the operations of
Road which was a residential area.
appeared before the Commissioners
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Burton Steel Company on Oakley Ii
Mr. Kerr gave the background on events leading up to this action and presented
pictures to the Board of the firms operations.
Chairman Williams commented on her visit to the site.
County Attorney Fox commented on the legal options.
Mr. John Maye, commented on the findings of the Zoning Board of Adjustments.
Mr. Kerr was advised to appear before the Board of Equalization and Review
if the residents wished to request tax relief in this matter.
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DENIAL OF REQUEST FOR GERMAN BEER CONCESsiON AT PINEY WOODS 'FESTIVAL
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Upon motion by Commissioner O'Shield~, seconded by Commissioner Wright, the
Lower Cape Fear Council for the Arts requ~st to include a German beer concession
as part of the International Food exhibit~ during the Piney Woods Festival at
Hugh MacRae Park on Labor Day weekend was ,unanimoUSlY denied.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 8, 1980 (CONTINUED)
APPROVAL OF CAROL;I:NA POWER & LI,GHT COlWANY , ~SEMENT ACROSs COUNTRY FARM PROPERTY
Upon motion by Commissioner Armistead, seconded by Commissioner O'Shields,
the request from Carolina Power & Light Company for an easement across Country
Farm Property for the appraised price of $6,930 was unanimously approved.
DATE SET FOR WORK SESSION WITH HENRY VON OESEN & ASSOCIATES & DISCUSSION OF
FLEMINGTON SYSTEM
Mr. Henry von Cesen and Col. Paul S. Denison, of Henry von Desen & A~sociates,
Consulting Engineers, appeared before the Board to explain and assure the
Commissioners' understanding and desires to proceed with the suggested procedures
for a County Water and Sewer Program and outlined possible funding sources.
Mr. von Oesen reported on the status of the Flemington Water System.
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Mr. Walter Yates commented.
Col. Denison commented.
It was agreed to have a work session with Henry von Oesen & Associates on
Thursday, April 17, 1980, at 1:00 p. m. to discuss these matters further.
BUDGET AMENDMENT .,. GOVERNING BODY
Commissioner O'Shields moved, seconded by Commissioner Gottovi, to approve
the following amendment in the Governing Body budget to provide sufficient funds
for travel through June 30, 1980:
Debit - Acct. tll 445 61, Contingencies
Credit - Acct. tll 410 14, Travel, Meetings &'School
$2,000.
$2,000.
Upon vote, the motion carried as follows:
Voting Aye:
Voting Noe:
REMOVAL OF TRASH
Commissioner Armistead, Gottovi,
Commissioner Wright
CONTAINERS FROM WILMINGTON BEACH
O'Shields and Chairman Williams
Upon motion by Commissioner O'Shields, seconded by Chairman Williams, the
County Engineer's recommendation that the contract with Trash Removal Services
for the containers as Wilmington Beach be cancelled due to numerous complaints
received'was unanimously approved.
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, COUNTY MANAGER AND GENERAL PUBLIC
DISCUSSION ON FREE TRADE ,ZONE
Commissioner Gottovi ,requested information on the current status of the
possibility of a IIf:r:ee trade" zone location in New Hanover County.
DISCUSSION ON NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK
Chairman Williams commented on the request received to recognize volunteers
and stated that the week of April 20 - 26 had been designated as National
Volunteer Week.
Commissioner Gottovi moved, seconded by Commissioner Armistead, to adopt a
Resolution in appreciation of volunteers. Upon vote, the motion carried
unanimously.
RESOLUTION ON BALANCED GROWTH DESIGNATION
Upon motion by Commissioner O'Shields, seconded by Commissioner Armistead, the
following Resolution was unanimously adopted requestiti~ Statewide Balanced
Growth Center Designation:
JOINT RESOLUTION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, THE CITY OF' WILMINGTON,
AND THE TOWN OF WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF
AN APPLICATION FOR STATEWIDE CENTER DESIGNATION
UNDER THE NORTH CAROLINA BALANCED GROWTH POLICY
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WHEREAS, North Carolina's Balanced Growth Policy offers local governments
who are interested in promoting orderly growth the opportunity to apply for
one of six growth center classifications; and
WHEREAS, New Hanover County, and the , icipalities located therein,
have expressed a positive attitude towards growth and a sincere interest and
willing~ess t~ pursue orderly growth by such means as the adoption of Policies
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, ~OUNTY MANAGER I\ND GENERAL 'P!l8LIC 't CONTINUED)
for G~owth and Development; and
WHEREAS, the area's commitment to orderly growth is further demon-
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strated by the preparation of plans for the expansion of water and sewer
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facilities, the presence of the Committee of 100 (an industrial development
promotion organization) and the Chamber of Commerce, the formation of the Few
Hanover County Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control Financing Authority
in 1977 by the Board of County Commissioners for the purpose of providing I
assistance with regard to the issuance of industrial ,revenue bonds, and toe
investment of administrative, technical, and financial resources towards ~ro-
moting the community for industrial and commercial activities; and I
WHEREAS, the Wilmington area urban cluster plays a significant role '
in the development of the State as a major trade center, a tourist center, a
governmental center, and as a cultural and entertainment center. Now therefore
be it
RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, THE
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILMINGTON, AND THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE TOWN OF
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NORTH CAROLINA, AS FOLLOWS:
THAT the Chairman of the Wilmington-New Hanover Planning Commission
be and is hereby authorized to do all things necessary to file 'an application,
in accordance with North Carolina's Balanced Growth Policy, requesting the
designation of "statewide Center" for the urban cluster comprised of Wilmington,
Wrightsville Beach and portions of New Hanover County.
The Chairman of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners was
duly authorized to sign the foregoing resolution at a meeting of the Board of
Commissioners held on the ~ day of March, 1980.
INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR AIRSHOW DURING AZALEA FESTIVAL
Mr. Peter Fense1, President of the Azalea Festival Committee, appeared to
request assistance in problems relating to insurance for the airshow during
the Azalea Festival.
Commissioner Armistead moved to share the cost with the Azalea Festival
Committee and pay half the premium.
Commissioner Wright moved that the premium be paid by the County and that it
be deducted from the Azalea Festival appropriation for next year's budget.
The motion died for lack of a second.
Commissioner O'Shie1ds seconded
vote, it carried as follows:
Commissioner Armistead's motion and upon
Voting Aye:
Voting Noe:
Commissioners Armistead, Gottovi, O'Shie1ds and Chairman Williams
Commissioner Wright
The motion'for approval was amended to
Contingencies to Contributions - Other
authorize the transfer of $625
Agencies, to cover the funds.
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AUTHORIZATION FOR WILMINGTON SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE CONCESSIONS AT
TRASK PARK , ,I
Mr. Jin Wishon was present to answer questions on the request of the Wl1mlngton
Softball Association. I
Upon motion by Commissioner Armistead, seconded by Commissioner Gottovi, the
request of the Wilmington Softball Association to operate a concession
stand at Trask Park during softball games was unanimously approved.
ADDITIONAL POSITION APPROVED IN REGISTER OF DEEDS OFFICE
Mrs. Lois LeRay appeared before the Board to request an additional Deputy
I, Trainee for the Register of Deeds Office to replace a CETA employee in
the vital records section for the balance of this fiscal year.
Commissioner Gottovi moved, seconded by Commissioner Wright, to approve a
Deputy 1 Trainee position in the vital records section of the Register of,
Deeds Office and that the funds be transferred from either Contingencies or
salary funds. Upon vote, the motion carried unanimously.
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M1NUTES OF REGULAR MEET1NG, APRIL 8, 1980 (CONTINUED)
ADDITIONAL"ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, COUNTY t4ANAGER AND GENERAL PUBLIC (CONTINUED)
APPROVAL OF PLANNING BUDGET
Upon motion by Commissioner Armistead, seconded by Commissioner O'Shie1ds,
the following budget for the position of County Planning Director - Grade 76
and Secretary, Planning Department - Grade 61 was unanimously approved:
Debit - Acct. #11 490 02, Salaries & Wages $ 4,450
Credit - Acct. #11 490 14, Travel, Meetings & Schools $ 750
Acct. #11 490 33, Supplies 500'
Acct. #11 490 74, Capital Outlay, Equipment 2,500
Acct. #11 49057, Miscellaneous 500
Acct. #11 490 10, Auto Allowance 200
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DISCUSSION ON CHARGING LANDFILL USERS
The Commissioners had been furnished copies of a letter from the Corps of
Engineers concerning the charging of users of the landfill which was leased
from the Corps of Engineers.
Commissioner O'Shie1ds moved, seconded by Commissioner Wright, to continue
operating the landfill on the same basis for charges and fees that it has
been operated on. Upon vote, the motion carried as follows:
Voting Aye:
Voting Noe:
Commissioners Armistead, O'Shie1ds, Wright and Chairman'lVilliams
Commissioner Gottovi
CO~~NT ON SERVICE DISTRICTS
County Manager Cooper asked if the Commissioners would be interested in
having Mr. Jake Wicker of the Institute of Government attend the next meeting
and discuss service districts.
It was agreed by concensus to invite Mr. Wicker to the next meeting,
COMMISSIONER O'SHIELDS COMMENT FOR THE RECORD
Commissioner O'Shie1ds stated for the record that in most cases New Hanover
County had always enjoyed a very fine working relationship with the Corps
of Engineers and he would like for that to continue.
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COMMENT ON FLEMINGTON WATER SYSTEM
Mrs. Eva Yates requested clarification on the placement of the water lines
in the F1emington Water System and was advised that the placement had not
yet been finalized.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Gottovi moved, seconded by Commissioner Armistead, that the
meeting be recessed to Executive Session to discuss committee appointments. Upon
vote, the motion carried unanimously.
Chairman Williams recessed the meeting to Executive Session at 10:25 o'clock p.m.
Chairman Williams reconvened the meeting to Public Session at 10:35 o'clock p.m.
APPOINTMENT OF JOHNNIE PARKER TO BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Commissioner Gottovi moved, seconded by Commissioner Armistead, that Mr.
Johnnie Parker be appointed to fill out the remainder of the term of Mr, Derick
Davis on the Board of Social Services. Upon vote, the motion, carried unanimously.
APPOINTMENT OF WILSON, LOFTON AND EICHENBERG TO NURSING HOME ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Commissioner Gottovi moved, seconded by Commissioner Armistead, that the
following be appointed to the Nursing Home Advisory Committee:
Mrs. Kathryn Wilson
Mrs. Helyn Lofton
Mrs. Marsha Eichenberg
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Upon vote, the motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Wright moved, seconded by Commissioner O'Shie1ds, that the meeting
be adjourned.
Commissioner Wright left the meeting at,10:37 o'clock p. m.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 8, 1980 (CONTINUED)
PPOINTMENT OF COUNTY MANAGER'COOPER TO LOWER CAPE FEAR WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY
A Commissioner Gottovi moved, seconded by Chairman Williams, that ~ounty Manager
Felix Cooper be appointed to the Lower Cape Fear Water & Sewer Author1ty. Upon i
vote, the motion carried as follows: ,
O'Shie1ds and Chairman Williams
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Voting Aye:
Absent:
Commissioners Armistead, IGottovi,
Commissioner Wright
ADJOURNMENT (CONTINUED)
Chairman Williams adjourned the meeting at 10:39 o'clock p. m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Alyce B. Rusmise11
Clerk to the Board
MINUTES OF SPECJAL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1980
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Special Session on
Thursday, April 17, 1980, at 1:00 o'clock p. m. in the Assembly Room, New Hanover
County Administration Building, Wilmington, North Carolina, for the following
purposes:
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1. To meet with representatives of Henry von Oesen & Associates,
Consulting Engineers, for a work session and to take any action
necessary on a proposed County Water and Sewer Program.
2. To meet with representatives of Ballard, McKim & Sawyer, Architects,
for a work session and to take any action necessary concerning
plans for the proposed judicial facilities.
Members present were Commissioners, Howard L. Armistead, Jr.; Karen E. Gottovii
Claud O'Shields, Jr.; Chairman Ellen C. Williams; County Mannager George F. Cooper;
and Clerk to the Board, Alyce B. Rusmisell. Commissioner Vivian S. Wright was
absent.
Chairman Williams called the meeting to order.
DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED COUNTY WATER AND SEWER PROGRAM
Mr. Henry von Oesen and Col. Paul S. Denison, of Henry von Oesen & Associates,
Consulting Engineers, appeared before the Board to explain their proposal for a
county-wide water and sewer system. They outlined their proposed work schedule
and funding sources.
Commissioner O'Shields moved, seconded by Commissioner Gottovi, that the
County proceed with_whatever steps are necessary with the engineers for the
undertaking of Projects 1 and 2 as outlined by Henry von Oesen & Associates to
bring them to a successful conclusion and endorse the entire program as outlined.
Upon vote, the motion carried as follows:
Voting Aye:
Absent:
Commissioner Armistead, Gottovi, O'Shields and Chairman williams
Commissioner Wright
DISCUSSION ON FLEMINGTON WATER SYSTEM
Mr. Henry von Oesen updated the Commissioners on the status of the plans for
the Flemington Water System and reported that they were ready to advertise for bids
on construction of the system.
BREAK
Chairman Williams recessed the meeting for a break from 2:18 o'clock p. m.
until 2:34 o'clock p. m.
DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED JUDICIAL FACILITIES
Mr. Herb McKim, Mr. Bob Sawyer and Mr. John Sawyer, of Ballard, McKim & Sawyer,
Architects, appeared before the Board and presented two proposed plans for the
Judicial Building and answered questions from the Board.