2007-10-01 Regular Meeting
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 2007 PAGE 200
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, October 1, 2007,
at 5:30 p.m. in the Human Resources Training Center, New Hanover County Government Center, 230 Government
Center Drive, Suite 135, 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
Assistant County Manager Patricia Melvin gave the invocation. Ms. Melvin is retiring at the end of the
month.
Vice-Chairman Greer led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
WITHDRAWAL OF AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Caster reported that Regular Agenda Item 5.1 ? Special Use Permit (S-578, 9/07) ? Request by
Ward & Smith, PA for GLT Properties and Blacher Properties, LLC to Place a 130-Bed Nursing Home Facility on
15.13 Acres in the R-15 Residential Zoning District at 611 Piner Road and 5635 Wood Ridge Road in the Transition
Land Classification has been pulled at the request of the Petitioner. The Board will need to vote to approve the
continuance and requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to continue the request by Ward
& Smith, PA for GLT Properties and Blacher Properties, LLC to place a 130-bed nursing home facility on 15.13
Acres in the R-15 Residential Zoning District at 611 Piner Road and 5635 Wood Ridge Road. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Caster reported that Regular Agenda Item 5.5 ? Text Amendment (A-352, 4/07) ? Request by
Staff to Amend Article VI, Creating Section 69.18: Traffic Impact Review Process has been withdrawn to allow
time for additional review.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Chairman Caster asked if any member of the Board would like to remove an item from the Consent Agenda
for discussion.
County Manager Bruce Shell reported that Consent Agenda Item 5 - Consideration of Resolution Awarding
Contract 08-0098 to HealthMate Home Care, Inc. to Provide In-Home Aide Services has been withdrawn.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Caster requested a motion from the Board to approve the
remaining items on the Consent Agenda as presented.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, 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 following meetings as presented by the Clerk to the
Board:
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Board of Equalization and Review meeting held on September 11, 2007
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Regular Session meeting held on September 17, 2007
Approval of Sponsorship Request by the North Carolina Beach, Inlet & Waterway Association and Adoption
of Budget Ordinance Amendment ? Budget Department
The Commissioners approved the annual conference sponsorship request in the amount of $2,000 by the
North Carolina Beach, Inlet & Waterway Association and adopted budget ordinance amendment 08-036. The
annual conference will be held at the Courtyard Marriott in Carolina Beach on November 12-13, 2007.
A copy of the budget ordinance amendment is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained
in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 31.1.
Adoption of Resolution to Add Sherman Oaks Drive, Shire Lane and Shady Brook Lane in Shenandoah
Woods Subdivision to the State Highway System
The Commissioners adopted the resolution to addSherman Oaks Drive, Shire Lane and Shady Brook Lane
in Shenandoah Woods Subdivision to the State Highway System (Division File No: 1094-N)
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 31.2.
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Authorization to Submit a Grant Application to the Senior Health Insurance Information Program ?
Department of Aging
The Commissioners authorized the Department of Aging to submit a grant application to the Senior Health
Insurance Information Program in the amount of $10,000. If awarded, the funds will be used to support the existing
Prescription Assistance Program from October 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008 for the salary of one existing part-time
temporary staff person, supplies, and development of a Medicare educational outreach program. No local match is
required and no requirement to continue funding for the program when grant funds are no longer available.
Approval of Capital Outlay Budget Amendment 2 Transferring Savings from the Carolina Beach Elementary
School Renovation Project to New Elementary and Middle School Projects ? New Hanover County School
System
The Commissioners approved New Hanover County Board of Education Budget Amendment 2 transferring
existing funds from the Carolina Beach Elementary School Renovation project to new elementary and middle school
projects.
Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the Disposal of Surplus Equipment and Vehicles through County
Auction ? Finance Department
The Commissioners, pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 160A-270(b), adopted the resolution
authorizing the disposal of surplus equipment and vehicles through County auction. The auction will be held on
November 3, 2007.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 31.3.
Adoption of Budget Ordinance Amendment ? Budget Department
The Commissioners adopted budget ordinance amendment 2008-31 ? Federal Forfeited Property ?
Sheriff?s Office.
A copy of the budget ordinance amendment is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained
in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 31.4.
REGULAR AGENDA
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 1-7, 2007 AS
TEXTILE HERITAGE
WEEK IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Chairman Caster reported that, Bill Blanton, Delgado/Spofford Mills Association, has requested the Board
proclaim October 1-7, 2007, as Textile Heritage Week in New Hanover County. The members of the
Delgado/Spofford Mills Association celebrated their 10th reunion in August in New Hanover County.
Mr. Blanton presented an overview of the 107 year history of the Delgado Mill stating that for sixty-seven
years the citizens of Wilmington set their clocks by the blowing of the mill whistle.
Commissioner Pritchett read the proclamation into the record and moved for approval.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Greer, to adopt the proclamation
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recognizing October 1-7, 2007 as Textile Heritage Week in New Hanover County Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mr. Blanton received the proclamation and thanked the Board for the recognition.
County Manager Shell acknowledged Engineering Support Supervisor Chris Neal for her work on this
recognition.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 31.5.
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2007 AS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
AWARENESS MONTH IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Chairman Caster reported that Mary Ann Lama, Executive Director, Domestic Violence Shelter and
Services, Inc., has requested the Board proclaim October 2007 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in New
Hanover County.
Commissioner Pritchett read the proclamation into the record and moved for approval.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adopt the proclamation
declaring October 2007 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in New Hanover County. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
On behalf of the Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc., Outreach Coordinator/Advocate Christine
Leneskie received the proclamation and thanked the Board for the recognition.
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A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 31.6.
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION TO DECLARE OCTOBER 7-13, 2007 AS
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Chairman Caster reported that the Board has been requested to adopt a proclamation declaring October 7-
13, 2007 as Fire Prevention Week in New Hanover County. The theme is "It?s Fire Prevention Week ? Practice
Your Escape Plan!?
Fire Chief Donnie Hall introduced Deputy Fire Chief of Operations Matt Davis and Fire and Life Safety
Educator Meg Langston.
Ms. Langston urged residents to practice their escape plan and requested support of the many public safety
activities that are scheduled for the month of October.
Commissioner Pritchett read the proclamation into the record and moved for approval.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adopt the proclamation
declaring October 7-13, 2007 as Fire Prevention Week in New Hanover County. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
On behalf of Fire Services, Ms. Langston received the proclamation and thanked the Board for the
recognition.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 31.7.
AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH THE UPSET BID PROCESS FOR 114 MISHOE ROAD
Deputy County Attorney Kemp Burpeau reported that Debra and Robert Kellum have offered to purchase
114 Mishoe Road, a surplus parcel owned by New Hanover County since 1982. The 2007 tax value is $18,960 and
the Kellums have offered that amount as the purchase price.
The Planning Department staff has expressed an interest in retaining the subject parcel to locate a single
family residence in conjunction with the future work force housing replacement grant project. The value of the
parcel would go toward the County's share of the grant match.
Should the Board wish to further consider the Kellums' purchase offer staff will collect a 5% deposit of the
purchase price plus $50 and advertisement for upset bids. At the end of the upset bid period, the Board could direct
staff to convey the parcel or bring the highest offer to the Board for consideration.
Community Development Planner Wanda Coston presented the request to retain the vacant parcel for use in
locating a single family residence in conjunction with the future work force housing replacement grant project. Ms.
Coston reported that the Castle Hayne Planning Initiative study is currently underway with an anticipated
completion within six to twelve months. An inventory list of potential vacant parcels is currently being compiled in
the unincorporated area of the County and potential funding sources have been identified such as the Community
Development Block Grant.
In response to Board questions, Ms. Coston reported that it would be approximately twenty-four months
before a grant funded house could be built and sold and that alternative locations are possible.
Debra and Robert Kellum presented their request to purchase the adjacent property located at 114 Mishoe
Road reporting on the improvements they had made to their property and the improvements that they were
proposing to make on the subject property if given the opportunity to purchase. Ms. Kellum reported that the
County would benefit from the purchase in the following ways:
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Revenue from the purchase price of $18,960
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Savings from the clean-up of the lot in the amount of $5,000 - $8,000
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Tax revenue each year
In closing, the Kellum?s requested the Board approve their request to purchase the vacant lot stating that
they will continue to be good stewards of the property and bring it up to an appropriate standard.
After brief discussion concerning the amount of time the property has been vacant and not generating tax
revenue and the possibility of alternative locations for work force housing, Chairman Caster requested direction
from the Board.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Davis, to direct staff to proceed with the
upset bid process noting that without any further upset, staff may convey the parcel of property. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 1.65 ACRES OF PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 5111 CAROLINA BEACH ROAD FROM CD(O&I) TO GENERAL OFFICE AND
INSTITUTIONAL DISTRICT (Z-873, 09/07)
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and requested staff to make the presentation.
Senior Planner Jane Daughtridge reported that originally Jesse Yates and John Thompson requested to
rezone approximately 4 acres of property located at 5111 and 5119 Carolina Beach Road from CD(O&I) and R-15
to B-2 Highway Business District and presented a slide overview of the request. The subject property is located in
the southern portion of the county in an area classified as Urban on the 2006 CAMA Land Classification map.
Directly adjacent to the east is another residential lot which is currently zoned R-15. Thereafter, the zoning pattern
transitions to CD(B-2) in association with the Lowe?s/Wal-Mart commercial complex. To the west is Willoughby
Park, a residential community which was taken into the City as a satellite annexation several years ago.
Planning Director Chris O?Keefe continued reporting that the original rezoning petition proposed a change
from Conditional Use Office & Institutional and R-15 Residential to B-2 Highway Business District on
approximately four acres of land. The CD(O&I) portion (1.65 acres) was conditionally zoned in August of 2002 for
professional offices or a barber/beauty shop, using the existing structure for those purposes. The R-15 portion (2.4
acres) of the proposed change has an occupied residential dwelling near the road but vacant land extends along the
property boundary with Willoughby Park development to the northwest and then terminates on the north at a
boundary with Lowe?s Home Improvement store.
At the Planning Board?s September 6, 2007 meeting, they voted 6-1 to recommend denial of the rezoning
request. Several Willoughby Park property owners expressed their objections to approving a general business district
adjacent to their residential neighborhood.
Since the Planning Board meeting, Mr. Yates met with residents of Willoughby Park to address their
concerns and is now requesting to rezone his property located at 5111 Carolina Beach Road from CD(O&I) to
general O&I. Mr. Thompson has withdrawn his portion of the rezoning request.
Chairman Caster asked if the Petitioner would like to speak on the request.
The Petitioner, Jesse Yates, stated that he did not realize that there would be any opposition to the original
request but that he was happy to work with the Willoughby Park Homeowners Association. The modified request to
remove the conditional use from the Office and Institutional District zoning is reasonable and he requested the
Board approve the request. Mr. Thompson has withdrawn his portion of the request.
Chairman Caster asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request.
Warren Rice, Willoughby Park Homeowners Association, reported that they do not have a problem with
the current request to remove the conditional use restriction.
In response to Board questions, Planning Board member Sue Hayes reported that the Planning Board did
not rule on the current request. The Planning Board had concerns about the original request and offered the
Petitioner the opportunity to withdraw it, which he refused. She stated that although the Planning Board did not
have a chance to vote on the modified request, the current rezoning request is a good compromise.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing.
After brief discussion from the Board noting the efforts of Mr. Yates and Willoughby Park residents to
work out their differences, Chairman Caster requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to approve the request by Jesse
Yates to rezone approximately 1.65 acres of property located at 5111 Carolina Beach Road from CD(O&I) to
general Office and Institutional District finding that the request is: 1) consistent with the purposes and intent of the
Transition land classification and the associated land use policies adopted in the 2006 Land Use Plan; and 2)
reasonable and in the public interest to remove the conditional use from the O&I District to abut a residential
neighborhood in this location. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP OF AREA 4 OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTED ON APRIL 7, 1971, is
hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Zoning Book I, Section 4, Page 82.
PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL TO MODIFY AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL MARINA PERMIT
ON 2.02 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2107 MIDDLE SOUND LOOP ROAD TO ADD A
CLUBHOUSE AND THREE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOTS (S-004, 1/77, Modified 09/07)
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and announced that the Conditional Use Permit process
requires a quasi-judicial hearing; therefore, the Clerk to the Board must swear in any person wishing to testify.
The following persons were sworn in:
Chris O?Keefe
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Jane Daughtridge
Stuart Smith
Bruce Bowman
Joe Johnson
Eric Rydzewski
Senior Planner Jane Daughtridge reported that Stuart Smith is requesting to modify an existing commercial
marina permit on 2.02 acres of property located at 2107 Middle Sound Loop Road to add a clubhouse and three
residential building lots and presented a slide overview of the request. The Harrelson?s Marina has been in existence
at this site since the early 1950?s. In January of 1977, a special use permit was approved for expansion of the
marina. In mid-1990, the permit was modified to accommodate changes to the Oakwinds Marina portion of the
permit to include twenty-seven additional boat slips and an office building on the south side of the water body. A
minor change relating to the signage was administratively approved in 1997.
The portion of the original marina which enjoys road frontage on Middle Sound Loop Road changed
ownership in 2005, and the new owner wishes to redesign this portion of the marina and also ?unbind? some of the
land area in order to establish three disassociated residential lots, leaving one 27,560 square foot lot to accommodate
parking and a clubhouse for the commercial marina while retaining thirty wet slips along the full riparian area of the
original operation. The residential lots will relinquish their riparian rights.
Planning Director Chris O?Keefe presented the following Findings of Facts:
1. The Board must find that the modified 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 accessed via Middle Sound Loop Road, which is identified as an urban collector
road on the 2030 Long Range Transportation Plan with Level of Service A&B.
B. Public water is in the vicinity.
C. Public sewer is subject to the Northeast Interceptor moratorium.
D. The site is located in a special flood hazard area.
E. Storm water controls must comply with state and county regulations.
F. A proposed 4-story clubhouse amenity will contain restrooms, offices, storage, meeting area and an
apartment appurtenant to the marina operation. The building will be subject to limitations and
construction standards for flood hazard areas.
G. The modification eliminates boatyard operations and maintains the facility without haul-out repair and
maintenance services.
2. The Board must find that the modified use meets all required conditions and specifications of the Zoning
Ordinance.
A. The site is located in an R-20S Residential Zoning District. The district is intended for low density single
family residential use and does not permit mobile homes, duplexes, residential clusters, attached residential
or high density residential uses.
B. Commercial marinas may be allowed by special use permit in this district under conditions outlined in 72-
31 of the ordinance. A dwelling unit contained in a principal use will be subject to the conditions of 72-29
of the ordinance.
C. No outstanding violations of this portion of the existing permit have been noted by code enforcement
officials.
D. Proposed off-street parking is shown at 46 spaces. The requirement for the 30-slip marina is 30 spaces. The
proposed clubhouse/amenities building will require adequate combined parking to be in compliance with
all requirements of the ordinance for all proposed uses.
E. A CAMA major permit is required from the Division of Coastal Management. Based on the most current
proposal, a modification of the current applicant may be required.
3. The Board must find that the modified use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property or that the use is a public necessity.
A. No evidence has been presented that the proposed use will injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property values.
B. All riparian rights will be subdivided into and retained by the marina property.
4. The Board must find that the location and character of the modified 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 this location as Watershed Resource
Protection and Conservation. The Resource Protection Class is intended to provide for the
preservation and protection of important natural, historic, scenic, wildlife and recreational
resources. Watershed Resource Protection sub-class focuses on minimizing new impervious surfaces and to
promote low impact, best management practices for development and redevelopment. The Conservation
Class is intended 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. Management of these
areas may be required for a number of reasons, including natural, cultural, recreational, productive or
scenic values, but are primarily flood prone areas.
B. Surrounding properties are the remainder of the original commercial marina and single family
residences.
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At the Planning Board?s September 6, 2007 meeting, they voted 7-0 to recommend approval of this
modification with the following conditions:
1. Recommend the proposal as described in the presentation and on the submitted site plan; the
clubhouse may include four stories, with the fourth or attic story, to be used as a residence
apartment appurtenant to the marina operation.
2. Dry storage of boats will not be permitted in association with this marina.
Staff recommends approval along with the Planning Board?s conditions.
Chairman Caster asked if the Petitioner would like to speak on the request.
Stuart Smith, the petitioner, presented a history of the property noting the problems with the past uses. The
proposed request is as follows:
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Three - 20,000 square feet single family residential
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One - 27,000 square foot marina association lot with an amenities building, 20 boat slips and defined
parking area for slips and building
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Landscaping with 75% natural ground cover
The benefits of the proposed use include:
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The entire project will comply with current zoning and an allowable special use
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All structures will meet State and County setbacks
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Storm water and erosion control measures will treat run off
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The bulkhead will protect the basin
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Noisy and environmentally destructive boatyard operations will be eliminated
In closing, Mr. Smith stated that the proposed project will be in harmony with the surrounding area and that
he agrees with the Findings of Facts as presented.
Bruce Bowman, BMS Architects, presented an overview of the proposed amenities building stating that
care was taken in the design to make it environmentally friendly.
Chairman Caster asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request.
Hearing no one, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing and asked for direction from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to approve the request by Stuart
Smith to modify an existing special use permit located at 2107 Middle Sound Loop road to add a clubhouse and
three residential building lotsbased on the evidence presented and the findings of fact concluding that: 1) the use
will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located and developed according to the plan as submitted
and approved; 2) the use meets all required conditions and specifications of the Zoning Ordinance; 3) the use will
not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property or that the use is a public necessity; and 4) 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 with the following conditions: 1) the clubhouse may include four stories with the fourth or attic story used
as a residence apartment; and 2) dry storage of boats will not be permitted. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Special Use Permit is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in SUP
Book IV, Page 17.1.
PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO PLACE A COMMUNITY
BOATING FACILITY IN AN R-15 RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT ON WHISKEY CREEK FOR
MASONBOROUGH PLANTATION SUBDIVISION OFF DONNELLEY LANE (S-579, 09/07)
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and announced that the Special Use Permit process requires a
quasi-judicial hearing; therefore, the Clerk to the Board must swear in any person wishing to testify.
The following persons were sworn in:
Chris O?Keefe
Jane Daughtridge
Kelly Stuart
Clarence Harris
Senior Planner Jane Daughtridge reported that Generation Builders has requested a Special Use Permit to
place a seven slip community boating facility in an R-15 Residential Zoning District on Whiskey Creek for
Masonborough Plantation subdivision located off Donnelly Lane in the Conservation Land Classification and
presented a slide overview of the request.
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Planning Director O?Keefe read the following revised findings of facts into the record.
1. The Board must find that the modified 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 accessed via Donnelly Lane to Masonboro Sound Road, which is identified as an
urban collector road on the 2030 Long Range Transportation Plan with Level of Service B.
B. The landward portion of the project is within the City of Wilmington municipal boundary (annexation was
effective as of September 30, 2000).
C. City Water and Sewer serve the area.
D. Fire service will be provided by the City of Wilmington
E. Storm water will be regulated by the City of Wilmington.
F. The facility is designed to accommodate 24 foot and smaller boats stored in slips with lifts.
2. The Board must find that the modified use meets all required conditions and specifications of the Zoning
Ordinance.
A. The site is located within the City?s planning jurisdiction on the landward portion but Whiskey Creek
remains in the County?s jurisdiction, so county rules apply to the boating facility.
B. The facility will serve a twenty-two lot subdivision within the City of Wilmington.
C. Community Boating Facilities are allowed by Special Use Permit in the R-15 Residential Zoning District.
D. Off-street parking will be accommodated at home sites in the subdivision.
E. A ten-foot pedestrian easement will be provided and conferred to each owner for access to the community
boating facility.
F. Applicant states that riparian rights of waterfront lot owners will be deeded to the subdivision?s dock
association.
G. No commercial activities are proposed or allowed for the facility.
H. A CAMA permit will be required from the Division of Coastal Management
3. The Board must find that the modified use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property or that the use is a public necessity.
A. No evidence has been presented at this time that the proposed use will injure the value of adjoining or
abutting property values.
B. Other private docks and community boating facilities are located along Whiskey Creek.
C. Whiskey Creek experiences a significant fluctuation in water body width and a severely limited channel
width at low tide. Careful design is necessary to avoid navigational conflicts for other users of the creek.
4. The Board must find that the location and character of the modified 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 this location Conservation
B. Surrounding properties to the east and west have docks.
C. The 2006 Joint Land Use Plan encourages recreational access to estuarine and public trust waters.
D. The waters of Whiskey Creek are classified as SA (Shell fishing); HQW (High Quality Waters) 303(d)
impaired water quality.
E. Surrounding land uses include single-family housing, some with docks and piers.
Planning Director Chris O?Keefe reported that Staff recommends approval of the project be made subject to
the City of Wilmington standards for community boating facilities since the subdivision it will serve is located
within the City of Wilmington jurisdiction. At Planning Board?s September 6, 2007, meeting they voted 7-0 to
recommend approval of this request in accordance with staff recommendations. No one from the public spoke at the
hearing.
Chairman Caster asked if the Petitioner would like to speak on the request.
Kelly Stuart, Generation Builders, presented an overview of the project stating that currently they have a
CAMA permit for four boat lifts and the community dock facility and they are requesting a special use permit for
three additional boat slips. The dock facility dimensions will not change. If the Special Use Permit is approved, a
CAMA permit will be submitted for three additional slips.
In response to Board questions, Ms. Stuart reported that great efforts have been made to preserve
significant trees on the property and is included in the covenants. She also stated that she agrees with the Findings
of Facts as presented.
Chairman Caster asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request.
Hearing no comments, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing and asked for direction from the Board.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to approve the Special Use Permit
request by Generation Builders to place a community boating facility with seven boat slips in an R-15 Residential
Zoning District on Whiskey Creek for Masonborough Plantation Subdivision off Donnelley Lane based on the
evidence presented and the findings of fact concluding that: 1) the use will not materially endanger the public health
or safety if located and developed according to the plan as submitted and approved; 2) the use meets all required
conditions and specifications of the Zoning Ordinance; 3) the use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining
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or abutting property or that the use is a public necessity; and 4) 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 with the following condition that the
project be subject to the City of Wilmington standards for community boating facilities. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Special Use Permit is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in SUP
Book IV, Page 17.2.
Break
Chairman Caster called for a break from 7:30 p.m. until 7:45 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING AND CONTINUATION OF REQUEST TO AMEND SECTIONS 23-62, 23-62.1 AND
72-37 RELATING TO CONDITIONS FOR COMMUNITY BOATING FACILITIES AND PRIVATE
RESIDENTIAL BOATING FACILITIES AS NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES TO RESIDENTIAL
SUBDIVISIONS (A-358, 04/07)
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and requested staff to make the presentation.
Senior Planner Jane Daughtridge reported that staff is requesting to amend Sections 23-62, 23-62.1 and 72-
37 relating to conditions for community boating facilities and private residential boating facilities as neighborhood
amenities to residential subdivisions. Staff proposes a text amendment to try and clarify the intended circumstances
under which boating facilities other than marinas are appropriate as amenities to a subdivision.
The following amendments are proposed:
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23-62: Community Boating Facility ? A private, non-profit boating facility including a dock, pier and/or
only one
launching ramp on property having water frontage; the use of which is intended to serve
subdivision or unified development havingand platted or
5 or more residential lots or residential units,
developed under one name with a common identity. The subdivision served must include riparian
common area within its platted and recorded boundaries.
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Rationale: This clarifies the meaning of the current terminology related to ?associated? lots.
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23-62.1: Private Residential Boating Facility ? A private non-profit boating facility, including a dock, pier
common area
and/or launching ramp on property having water frontage; the use of which is intended to
more than one butBoat slips are allowed only for
serve less than five residential lots or residential units.
the use and enjoyment of property owners within the subdivision. Slips may not be sold or
transferred to non-owners
. The right to use such a facility must be conferred by an easement appurtenant
and deed restrictions or restrictive covenants shall be
to the residential lots it is intended to serve
conveyed in the chain of title for any riparian lots, stating that no individual docks/piers will be
allowedThe
. No commercial activities of any kind shall be allowed within the confines of the facility.
number of boat slips may not exceed the number of residential lots or residential units served.
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Rationale: This keeps smaller subdivision situations as permitted uses, but requires basic standards that
mirror larger facilities, including the 1:1 ratio of slips to lots served and the collective riparian right.
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72-37: Community Boating Facility ? These facilities may be permitted in the PD, R-20S, R-20, R-15, R-
10, RA, and B-1 Districts provided:
1. It can be demonstrated that the project will have minimal impacts on water quality, primary
public use of public waters
nursery areas, shell fishing grounds, , and conservation resources.
Based on the size and configuration of the subdivision served, additional
2. off-street parking
mayrequired no more than
be at a ratio of one space per boat slip.
3. The number of boat slips may not exceed the number of residential lots or dwelling units within
individual subdivision served
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4. The right to the use of the facility must be conferred by an easement appurtenant to the residential
lot it is intended to serve.
5. Commercial activities, including but not limited to sale of gasoline, oil, marine supplies and food
stuffs, shall be strictly prohibited. (10/19/92). No commercial activities of any kind shall be
allowed within the confines of the facility.
6. Boat slips are allowed only for the use and enjoyment of property owners within the
subdivision. Slips may not be sold or transferred to non-owners.
7. No overhead lighting shall be installed.
Deed restrictions or restrictive covenants shall be conveyed in the chain of title on the
8.
riparian subdivision lots stating that no individual docks/piers will be allowed
.
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Rationale: Adding Items 6-8 incorporate into rule the routine additions that have been made as conditions
on these facilities.
This proposed text amendment includes modifications to the original proposal and incorporates input from
discussions at the August 23, 2007 Planning Board Workshop. The change will not apply to subdivisions under
active review which include private residential boating facilities. At its September 6, 2007 meeting the Planning
Board voted 7-0 to recommend approval of this text amendment. No one from the public spoke at the hearing.
Chairman Caster asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of or opposition to the request.
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J.B. Piner spoke in opposition to the Private Residential Boating Facility text amendment stating that
approving the text amendment takes away rights that CAMA currently allows. He requested the Board not approve
that portion of the proposed text amendment.
G.E. Staton stated that he supports Mr. Piner?s position because the change will limit a right that is
currently in place.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing and asked for direction from the
Board.
Vice-Chairman Greer stated that he is not in favor of limiting public access to the water and that people
who are not fortunate enough to live on the water have a right to access the water.
Senior Planner Daughtridge reported that docks can be leased but not sold.
Planning Director Chris O?Keefe reported that Board can approve just a portion of the proposed text
amendments if they so choose.
Motion:
Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Greer, to continue the zoning text
amendment for Sections 23-62; 23-62.1; and 72-37 and directed staff to schedule a work session on the item and to
work with Mr. Piner and a CAMA representative. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL TO AMEND SECTION 51-1 OF THE SUBDIVISION
ORDINANCE INCREASING THE MAXIMUM DOLLAR AMOUNTS FOR GUARANTEES OF
IMPROVEMENTS FROM $100,000 TO $8 MILLION (A-360, 08/07)
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and requested staff to make the presentation.
Principal Development PlannerSam Burgess reported that Section 51-1 of the County?s Subdivision
Ordinance places a monetary cap of $100,000 and 25% improvements complete on any final phase of a
preliminarily approved residential or commercial subdivision where a developer/subdivider/builder wants to post a
Standby Letter of Credit, Performance Bond, or cash in lieu of constructing improvements. Until recently, the
process of requiring a $100,000 monetary cap with 25% completed improvements worked well with the
development community. However, with recent rezoning approvals of two large Planned Unit Developments,
Planning staff anticipated that projects of that size would require greater surety estimates than $100,000. This
increase would not only take into account the size of the project, but associated costs of construction, off-site road
improvements, and extending existing utilities. If approved, the following will be added to the definition section of
the Subdivision Regulations:
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Performance Bond: A performance bond from a surety financial guarantee company authorized to do
business in North Carolina, made issued or made payable to New Hanover County. The performance bond
shall be in a form reasonably acceptable to the County.
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Letter of Credit and Cash Security: A letter of credit or other instrument readily convertible into cash at
face value, deposited either with the County or in escrow with an escrow agent acceptable to the County. If
cash or other instrument is deposited in escrow with a financial institution as provided above, then the
subdivider shall file with the Director of Engineer Services an agreement between the escrow agent and the
subdivider guaranteeing the following: (1) that said escrow account shall be held in trust until released by
the County as provided herein and may not be used or pledged by the subdivider in any other matter during
the term of escrow; and (2) that in the case of failure on the part of the subdivider to complete the required
improvements, the escrow agent shall, upon notification by the County and submission by the County to
the escrow agent of an engineer?s estimate of the amount needed to complete the required improvements,
immediately either pay to the County the funds estimated to complete the required improvements, up to the
full balance of the escrow account, or deliver to the County any other instruments fully endorsed or
otherwise made payable in full to the County.
Staff is requesting the Board amend Section 51-1 of the subdivision ordinance. The Planning Board voted
6-1 to recommend approval.
Chairman Caster asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request.
Michael Lee, Newland Communities, spoke in support of the text amendment.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing and asked for direction from the
Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Greer, to approve amending Section 51-1
of the Subdivision Ordinance increasing the maximum dollar amounts for guarantees of improvements from
$100,000 to $8 million. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes
and contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 31.8.
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REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 2007 PAGE 209
PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL TO AMEND ARTICLE V ? TABLE OF PERMITTED USES TO
CREATE A SEPARATE PROVISION FOR AMATEUR ANTENNA UP TO 90 FEET AS A PERMITTED
USE IN ALL DISTRICTS (A-364, 09/07)
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and requested staff to make the presentation.
Senior Planner Jane Daughtridge reported that the General Assembly recently adopted a provision for
reasonable accommodation of amateur radio antennas. The Bill becomes law as of October 1, 2007. The Law states
that counties cannot restrict amateur radio antennas or support structures up to heights of 90 feet ?unless the
restriction is necessary to achieve a clearly defined health, safety, or aesthetic objective of the county.? Currently,
the New Hanover County ordinance allows these structures as permitted in all districts up to 70 feet.
The Planning Board, at its September 6, 2007 meeting, voted 7-0 to recommend amending Article V ?
Table of Permitted Uses to add the 90 foot restriction.
Chairman Caster asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request.
Hearing no one, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing and asked for direction from the Board.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to approve amending Article V
? Table of Permitted Uses to create a separate provision in the Table of Permitted Uses for amateur radio antenna up
to 90 feet as a permitted use in all districts finding that the request is: 1) consistent with the purposes and intent of
the land use policies adopted in the 2006 Land Use Plan; and 2) reasonable and in the public interest to be consistent
with newly adopted State legislation. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes
and contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 31.9.
PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL TO RENAME A 950 FOOT SECTION OF TURNER NURSERY
ROAD TO DEEP CREEK RUN
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and requested staff to make the presentation.
Principal Development Planner Sam Burgess reportedthat Robert Walker Harris, on behalf of the residents
who live along Turner Nursery Road, has petitioned the County to rename the road to Deep Creek Run. The road is
located near the 7300 block of Mason Landing Road, Middle Sound Community. The improved road is
approximately 950 feet in length from its intersection with Mason Landing Road and then runs parallel to the
Intracoastal Waterway for a distance of 330 feet. A majority of the residents who live along the road are in favor of
changing the road name. The proposed road name has been approved by the County?s E-911 office.
According to the Petitioner, the reason for requesting a change in the road name from Turner Nursery to
Deep Creek Run is due to the adjoining landowners desiring a new street name. Also, with the construction of
Mason Landing Yacht Club, the Petitioner believes that the opportunity exists to modify the present road name to
one more fitting with the Middle Sound area. As stated, E-911 has confirmed that the proposed name is an
unduplicated road name. If the name is adopted by the Board, the County will need to adjust approximately seven
residential landowner mailing addresses along the road based on established County guidelines.
Due to right-a-way/easement concerns of a property owner, Staff recommends that only the straight
portion, approximately 950 feet, of Turner Nursery Road be renamed Deep Creek Run and that mailing addresses be
adjusted to reflect the name. The residents living along the road will be responsible for contracting with the County
to erect a new street sign. An effective date of change for the residents would be February 4, 2008.
Chairman Caster asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the request.
Ken Shanklin, Attorney representing Mason Landing Yacht Club, LLC, stated that they are not in
opposition to the request for the renaming.
Joe Johnson, Jr., stated that he is not opposed to the modified renaming request as presented.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing and asked for direction from the
Board.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to adopt an ordinance renaming
approximately 950 feet of Turner Nursery Road to Deep Creek Run. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the ordinance renaming a portion, approximately 950 feet, of Turner Nursery Road, to Deep
Creek Run is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 31.10.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 2007 PAGE 210
PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION GRANTING AN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE GRANT TO GE-HITACHI NUCLEAR
Wilmington Industrial Development Chief Executive Officer Scott Satterfield reported that GE - Hitachi
Nuclear is currently evaluating a number of locations to expand its nuclear business for a uranium enrichment
facility. The estimated expansion would include a real and personal property investment of a minimum of $900
million and employment of nine hundred additional employees with an estimated annual economic impact in the
amount of $1 billion. The proposal is for New Hanover County to contribute an economic development grant not to
exceed $10 million, payable over a period of twelve years. A detailed contract outlining payment and performance
triggers will be prepared and submitted for Board consideration at a later date.
In response to Board questions, Mr. Satterfield clarified that:
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Specific details of the contract still need to be negotiated with GE-Hitachi.
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As with previous incentive packages, performance triggers will be built into the contract.
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Performance triggers are tied to incentive payments.
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If performance triggers are not met the incentive ceases.
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Payments do not begin until revenue is generated.
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of or in
opposition to the request.
Ron McGee, Pastor of The Rock Church, spoke in favor of the request stating that he feels the incentive
grant will have a positive impact on the community and provide well-paying, secure jobs without impact on the
sewer system. He encouraged the Board to proceed with the incentive grant.
Paul Czesak spoke in opposition to the request stating that tax revenues are to provide essential services for
the residents and that he does not support giving away public money to private companies and the long-term tax
burden that is proposed. He requested the Board place the incentive grant before the voters.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing.
After Board discussion highlighting the tremendous economic benefit to the County and that the incentive
will be tied to performance triggers, Chairman Caster requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to approve the economic
development incentive grant to GE-Hitachi Nuclear based on the investment of $900 million and employment of
900 additional employees. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adopt the resolution approving
an economic development grant to GE-Hitachi Nuclear not to exceed $10 million payable over a period of twelve
years. 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 31.11.
PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION GRANTING AN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE GRANT TO INVISTA
Wilmington Industrial Development Chief Executive Officer Scott Satterfield reported that INVISTA is
considering expansion of its fiber and polymer business located in New Hanover County. The proposed incentive
will not exceed $3 million, payable over a period of six years with a detailed contract outlining payment and
benchmarks tied to the incentive to be prepared and submitted for the consideration of the Board at a later date. The
anticipated date for operation is 2010.
Commissioner Pritchett stated that INVISTA is not a new company but has been known under previous
names such as COSTA, DuPont Textiles and Interiors, and Hercules.
Chairman Caster opened the Public Hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of or in
opposition to the request.
Hearing no comments, Chairman Caster closed the Public Hearing.
After Board discussion highlighting that the incentive will be tied to benchmarks and can be based on the
issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy and that this is not a give away but an investment in the community with
tremendous potential, Chairman Caster requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to adopt the resolution approving
the economic development incentive grant to INVISTA not to exceed $3 million payable over a period of six years.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 2007 PAGE 211
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXX, Page 31.12.
INTRODUCTION OF WAYNE DROP, MASCOT OF THE CONSERVATION
WATER, USE IT WISELY
PROGRAM
Public Information Officer Mark Boyer reported that New Hanover County has joined with the City of
Wilmington in the Water, Use it Wisely campaign. This national public education campaign focuses on water
conservation measures and how water use is directly tied to sewer flows.
Public Information Officer Boyer introduced Jacqueline Major, Water Conservation Program Coordinator
for the City of Wilmington. Ms. Major presented an overview of the conservation program and introduced the
campaign?s mascot, Wayne Drop.
APPROVAL TO REFER THE TEN YEAR PLAN TO END CHRONIC HOMELESSNESS TO THE CAPE
FEAR COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS FOR THEIR CONSIDERATION REGARDING SERVING AS
THE AGENCY TO OVERSEE IMPLEMENTATION
County Manager Shell reported that the Steering Committee overseeing the development of the Ten Year
Plan to End Chronic Homelessness and Reduce Homelessness in the Cape Fear Region is requesting the Board
adopt the resolution endorsing the Plan. The resolution also includes appointing one member of the New Hanover
County Board of Commissioners to the Executive Board that will lead the implementation process, financial support
in the amount of $100,000 over a two and one-half year period to assist with the Administrative Budget for
implementation, and appointment of a staff person to work with the Community Advisory Committee. The
Wilmington City Council adopted a resolution endorsing the Plan and directing the City Manager to include the
funding component in the recommended FY 2008-2009 budget. The Board could consider doing likewise.
Chairman Caster voiced concern about future funding requests. He stated that he would like the track
records of existing plans across the country be examined.
Commissioner Davis voiced concern that there are many unknowns about housing and housing costs and
how future costs, such as vocational education, will be funded beyond the initial administrative expenses. He stated
that at this point, he is not comfortable with going forward.
Commissioner Kopp stated that although not insensitive to the issue, he is not comfortable with approving
funding for a non-profit organization outside of the regular budget cycle. He voiced concerns that the recommended
Plan creates another level of bureaucracy and might possibly being reinventing the wheel. He suggested using an
existing organization such as the Cape Fear Council of Governments which serves Brunswick, Columbus, New
Hanover and Pender Counties.
Commissioner Pritchett voiced her concern that the Plan needs to address the cause of homelessness not
just the symptoms and providing housing is only one component of the solution.
Dr. Spiro Macris, Steering Committee Co-Chair, Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness, reported that a
representative of the Cape Fear Council of Governments was part of the steering committee and asked to be relieved
of that duty. The consensus of the Steering Committee is that the Cape Fear United Way is a good fit to serve as the
supervisory agency.
Vice-Chairman Greer voiced his concern that the Plan only addresses the housing issue but also needs to
address the implementation of vocational training and the treatment of mental health issues.
City of Wilmington Community Services Department, Dewey Harris, reported that the City Council has not
yet made their appointment of a staff person to work with the Community Advisory Committee. Brunswick and
Pender Counties are currently considering a work session on the Plan.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Caster thanked the Steering Committee members for their hard work on
developing the Plan and requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Commissioner Davis MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to refer the Ten Year Plan to End
Chronic Homelessness to the Cape Fear Council of Governments for their consideration regarding serving as the
agency to oversee implementation and to report back to the Board with any funding request during the regular
budget process.
Substitute Motion:
Chairman Caster MOVED to adopt the resolution endorsing the Ten Year Plan to End Chronic
Homelessness and Reduce Homelessness in the Cape Fear Region excluding the funding component. The MOTION
FAILED FOR THE LACK OF A SECOND.
Chairman Caster called for a vote on the original motion.
Vote:
The MOTION CARRIED 3 TO 2 to refer the Ten Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness to the Cape
Fear Council of Governments for their consideration regarding serving as the agency to oversee implementation and
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to report back to the Board with any funding request during the regular budget process. Chairman Caster and Vice-
Chairman Greer voted in opposition.
AUTHORIZATION TO DEVELOP AND PROCEED WITH THE MASON INLET MAINTENANCE
PROJECT
Chris Gibson, Gahagan & Bryant, reported that the request to develop the project to dredge Mason?s Creek,
maintenance of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, land based excavation on the southern end of Figure Eight
Island and back placing of the excavated sand on Figure Eight Island was tabled at the Board?s September 17, 2007
meeting to allow the Mason Inlet Preservation Group time to meet with county staff and consultants. A meeting was
conducted on Wednesday, September 19, 2007 with Frank Pinkston and representatives of the Mason Inlet
Preservation Group in attendance. Mr. Pinkston submitted a memo dated September 20, 2007 stating that based on
information provided at the meeting, they approved proceeding with construction plans and specifications and
obtaining bids for the proposed maintenance dredging event.
Staff is requesting the Board authorize the development of the project which includes advertising and
receiving bids for the required work. Once the successful low bidder has been identified, staff will present a contract
to the Board for consideration.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to authorize staff to advertise and
receive bids for the Mason Inlet maintenance project. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
WITHDRAWAL OF SECOND READING OF REVISION TO THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY CODE,
SECTION FIVE: ANIMALS AND FOWL
Chairman Caster reported that this item has been withdrawn from the agenda.
Break
Chairman Caster called for a break from 10:30 p.m. until 10:45 p.m.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY?S
$50,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL BONDS, SERIES 2007
Chairman Caster reported that before the Board is a Resolution for the Authorization and Sale of
$50,000,000 New Hanover County General Obligation Bonds, Series 2007. On March 14, 2005 the Board of
Commissioners adopted a school bond order and it is now desirable to make provision for the issuance of bonds
authorized by said order.
Chairman Caster referenced the resolution that states that the County shall issue its bonds in the aggregate
principal amount of $50,000,000. The Bonds shall be designated ?General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2007?,
and shall be dated October 30, 2007. The full faith and credit of New Hanover County is hereby pledged to the
st
punctual payment of the principal and interest on this bond in accordance with its terms, effective the 1 day of
October, 2007.
Chairman Caster requested direction from the Board.
Motion:
Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adopt the resolution authorizing
the sale of $50,000,000 New Hanover County Obligation Bonds, Series 2007, for the construction of two new
schools and continued renovations on fifteen existing schools. 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, Page31.13.
MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY
WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
Chairman Caster convened from Regular Session at 10:45 p.m. to hold a meeting of the New Hanover
County Water and Sewer District.
Chairman Caster reconvened to Regular Session at 11:00 p.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 ITEM
County Manager Bruce Shell reported that he, along with Finance Director Avril Pinder and Water and
Sewer Project Coordinator Greg Thompson, attended a work session on Friday, September 28, 2007 with the Pender
County Commissioners to discuss a wastewater partnership with Pender County as well as becoming a Pender
County water customer. County Manager Shell stated that he believes the Pender County Commissioners are
receptive to this opportunity. He will continue to pursue this opportunity with Pender County Manager Brill and
provide updates to the Board.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Caster called for a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Motion:
Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Greer, to adjourn the meeting. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Caster adjourned the meeting at 11:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sheila L. Schult
Clerk to the Board