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2007-12-17 Regular Meeting NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 271 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, December 17, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Wilmington, NC. Members present were: Chairman Robert G. Greer; Vice-Chairman William A. Caster; Commissioner Ted Davis, Jr.; Commissioner William A. Kopp, Jr.; Commissioner Nancy H. Pritchett; County Attorney Wanda M. Copley; Clerk to the Board Sheila L. Schult; and County Manager Bruce T. Shell. Chairman Greer called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone present. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Director of the Human Relations Commission, Carl Byrd Sr., gave the invocation. Commissioner Davis led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Chairman Greer asked if any member of the Board would like to remove an item from the Consent Agenda. Vice-Chairman Caster noted that Consent Agenda Item 3 - Award of Non-Exclusive Franchise to Service Trash.Com LLC will require a second reading at the Board?s January 7, 2008 meeting. Hearing no further comments, Chairman Greer called for a motion to approve the items on the Consent Agenda. Motion : Vice-Chairman Caster 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 of the following meetings as presented by the Clerk to the Board: Agenda Review meeting held on November 29, 2007 Board of Equalization and Review meeting held on November 30, 2007 Regular Session meeting held on December 3, 2007 Adoption of Resolution to Add Field View Road and Old Field Road in Glen Arbor Subdivision to the State Highway System The Commissioners adopted the resolution to addField View Road and Old Field Road in Glen Arbor Subdivisionto the State Highway System (Division File No: 1107-N) A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 36.1. Approval of First Reading of Non-Exclusive Franchise to Service Trash.Com LLC ? Legal Department The Commissioners, according to Section 44-55 of the County Code, approved the first reading to award a non- exclusive franchise to Service Trash.Com LLC for the collection of solid waste for compensation. Staff has reviewed the required documents and finds the organization and financial integrity adequate for franchise award. The second reading will be at the Board?s January 7, 2008 meeting. Authorization to Submit a Grant Application for Continued Funding of Family Counseling Services ? Health Department The Commissioners authorized the Health Department to submit a grant application to Cape Fear Memorial Foundation for continued funding for Family Counseling Services within the Child Service Coordination Program. If awarded, the funds will be used for the continuance of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to administer the program and provide in-home family counseling services to families and children with behavioral and mental health issues. The program will continue only as long as funding and earned Medicaid revenues support the continuation of the program. No County match is required. Acceptance of North Carolina HIV/STD Prevention and Care Branch Grant Funds ? Health Department The Commissioners, on behalf of the Health Department, accepted grant funds from the North Carolina HIV/STD Prevention and Care Branch in the amount of $75,000. The funds will be used to hire a Health Educator to focus on HIV/STD prevention, education, and testing, to include outreach to new sites in the community focusing on minorities and at-risk populations. A budget ordinance amendment will be submitted at a later date for adoption. The funds are guaranteed through May 2010 with the possibility of an extension. Approval of Release of Tax Values ? Tax Department The Commissioners granted the following taxpayers the Senior Citizen/Disability Exclusion: Brown, Oscar Life Estate, Etal $ 45,556 Caldwell, Shirley M. Etal 82,808 Carroll, Irene 118,892 Griffin, Katherine M. Etal. 135,962 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 272 James, Rose Marie 91,431 Kornegay, Joan G. 154,195 Leparulo, Judith K. 110,610 Martin, Patricia Elizabeth 62,177 McConnell, Jeanne V. Rev. Trust 130,226 Radcliffe, V. Duncan Trust 223,240 Romero, Mark A. 79,283 Sinhel, Ina Olson 98,593 Thompson, Annie B. 80,932 Thompson, Gladys W. 34,283 Adoption of Budget Ordinance Amendments ? Budget Department The Commissioners adopted the following budget ordinance amendments: 08-102 - Health Department 08-104 - Museum 08-105 - Emergency Management 2008-63 - Sheriff's Office 2008-64 - Sheriff's Office Copies of the budget ordinance amendments are hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 36.2. REGULAR ITEMS OF BUSINESS PRESENTATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY SERVICE AWARDS County Manager Shell requested the following employees to step forward to receive service awards: Five Year: Kathy Carmack - Health Department Carin Faulkner - Health Department Jessica Fell - Health Department Hugo Hansen - Sheriff's Office Gary Rogers - Sheriff's Office Linda Taylor - Sheriff's Office Alice Smithey - Tax Department Fifteen Year: Daisy Brown - Health Department Hazel Hewitt - Health Department Twenty Year: Bruce Shell - County Manager?s Office Lisa Johnson - Social Services Leslie Smiley - Social Services Twenty-Five Year: David Weaver - County Manager's Office On behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer presented a service award to each employee, expressed appreciation and thanked them for their dedicated years of service. RECOGNITION OF NEW EMPLOYEES County Manager Shell requested the following new employees to stand and be introduced: Hulan Anderson - Environmental Management David Bartlett - Environmental Management David Flowers - Environmental Management Jacqueline Winant - Health Department Tammara Lanunziata - Health Department Irene Bridge - Health Department Lakeisha Dixon - Health Department Jere Pelletier - Inspections Department Theresa Davis - Register of Deeds Marjorie Roebuck - Social Services Zoila Brock - Social Services On behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer welcomed the new employees to County Government and wished them success in their new positions. COASTAL BEACON AWARD PRESENTATION TO PROGRESS ENERGY Vice-Chairman Caster reported that Progress Energy is the recipient of the Coastal Beacon Award from the North Carolina Beach, Inlet & Waterway Association. The award recognizes Progress Energy for ?faithful and significant contributions to the mission of North Carolina Beach, Inlet & Waterway Association through consistent event sponsorships?. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 273 Vice-Chairman Caster presented the Coastal Beacon Award to Don Cook of Progress Energy. Don Cook, on behalf of Progress Energy, accepted the award. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA TO CONTINUE FUNDING THE NORTH CAROLINA SEA GRANT COASTAL OFFICES North CarolinaSea Grant Coastal Construction and Erosion Specialist Spencer Rogers reported that the State is considering a funding level insufficient to allow continued functioning of Sea Grant regional coastal offices. North Carolina Sea Grant works with individuals, groups, government agencies, local governments and businesses in an effort to help all understand the State?s coastal environment and to promote the sustainable use of marine resources. North Carolina Sea Grant provides peer reviewed, scientific research, outreach programs and other services to coastal communities and has a reputation as a reliable source for practical solutions to problems and issues that arise in coastal areas. Staff is requesting the Board consider adopting the resolution requesting the State of North Carolina to continue funding the North Carolina Sea Grant coastal satellite offices as they offer a valuable and irreplaceable resource to the people, businesses and local governments in the coastal communities. Vice-Chairman Caster read the resolution into the record and moved for approval. Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to adopt the resolution requesting the State of North Carolina to continue funding the North Carolina Sea Grant coastal satellite offices as they offer a valuable and irreplaceable resource to the people, businesses and local governments in the coastal communities. 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 36.3. REMOVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEM 6 ? GANG TASK FORCE PRESENTATION Chairman Greer reported that Regular Agenda Item 6 ? Gang Task Force Presentation has been removed from the agenda and will be presented at the Board?s January 22, 2008 meeting. ADOPTION OF SMITH CREEK PARK CAPITAL PROJECT ORDINANCE AND BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT Parks Director Neal Lewis reported that the Board is being asked to adopt the Capital Project Ordinance for Smith Creek Park and budget ordinance amendment 2008-68. The amount of the Capital Project Ordinance is based on revenue that is available from the sale of the sand at the Smith Lake site in the amount of $725,000. Currently, the only expenditure budgeted for the project will be the design fee of $115,100. Budget ordinance amendments for the other components of the project will be brought to the Board for consideration at the appropriate time. Staff is requesting the Board adopt the Capital Project Ordinance for the Smith Creek Park and budget ordinance amendment 2008-68 in the amount of $115,100 to appropriate revenue from the sale of sand for the design component of the capital project. In response to Board questions, Parks Director Lewis reported that it is not anticipated that Parks Referendum Bond funds will be used for Smith Creek Park but that revenue from the sale of sand will be sufficient to cover the development. Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board. Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to adopt the Capital Project Ordinance for the Smith Creek Park and budget ordinance amendment 2008-68 in the amount of $115,100 to appropriate revenue from the sale of sand for the design component of the capital project. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the capital project ordinance and a copy of the budget ordinance amendment are hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 36.4. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ENDORSING FULL REINSTATEMENT OF RECURRENT FUNDING BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY FOR JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL PROGRAMS TO THE CONTINUATION BUDGET Judge Corpening II, Chief District Court Judge, and Department of Social Services Assistant Director and Vice- Chairwoman of the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Wanda Marino reported that currently the General Assembly has not budgeted funds for the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council programs across the State. The result of this action is estimated to be a loss of $25 million statewide. Locally, this would result in a loss of approximately $443,625 to New Hanover County's Juvenile Crime Prevention Council. The impact on services would be highly significant. The following agencies would be impacted by a funding loss: NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 274 Juvenile Day Treatment $201,161 Psychological Services $200,602 Teen Court $ 36,362 Administration $ 5,500 Total $443,625 The Community Alternatives for Youth network is requesting the Board adopt the resolution endorsing full reinstatement of recurrent funding by the General Assembly for Juvenile Crime Prevention Council programs to the continuation budget and the allocation of additional funds to support legislative mandates, to protect the community, and provide a juvenile justice continuum at the local level. Commissioner Kopp voiced his concern on recurrent funding items in the General Assembly budget stating that he feels that programs should require review and be approved on merit. He stated that the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council programs have been successful and he supports using State funds to continue the programs but does not support the resolution endorsing recurrent funding in the continuation budget process. Judge Corpening and Commissioner Pritchett reported that these programs are reviewed carefully on the local level and a detail report is provided to the State. If funding is not included in the continuation budget, the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council will need to apply for funding on an annual basis and be a detriment to the consistency of the program. Commissioner Davis stated that this program has been successful and he has concerns that if the General Assembly does not approve the funding for FY 08-09, the County will need to provide the funds to keep the program running. Commissioner Pritchett read the resolution into the record and moved for approval. Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to adopt the resolution endorsing full reinstatement of recurrent funding by the General Assembly for Juvenile Crime Prevention Council programs to the continuation budget and the allocation of additional funds to support legislative mandates, to protect the community, and provide a juvenile justice continuum at the local level. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED 4 TO 1. Commissioner Kopp voted in opposition. A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXX, Page 36.5. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR PARKS BOND PROJECTS TO HADEN-STANZIALE ARCHITECTS Parks Director Neal Lewis reported that the Parks Department received proposals from seven firms for architectural services for six parks bond projects. Based on qualifications, experience, references, fee schedule and time schedule, the committee narrowed the list down to four firms who were invited to present to the committee. Two finalists were selected and additional information was requested. Based upon experience, fee schedule, contract administration and accessibility, the committee and the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board unanimously agreed to recommend award of contract to Haden-Stanziale in an amount not to exceed $460,000. Staff is requesting the Board adopt the resolution awarding the contract for the design and construction administration of approximately $3.3 million of parks projects including Arrowhead Park, Parkwood Recreation Area, Monterey Heights Park, Wrightsboro Area Park, Smith Creek Park, and Middle Sound Park to Haden-Stanziale Architects in an amount not to exceed $460,000 and direct Staff to negotiate and finalize details for the contract based on the contents of the submission. In response to Board questions, Senior Budget Analyst Beth Schrader reported that of the approximate $13 million in the County?s portion of the Bond Referendum funds; close to $4.8 million has been appropriated. Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board. Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to adopt the resolution awarding the contract for the design and construction administration of parks projects to Haden-Stanziale Architects in an amount not to exceed $460,000 and direct Staff to negotiate and finalize contract details. 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 36.6. FAMILY FINDING PILOT PROJECT PRESENTATION AND AUTHORIZATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FAMILY FINDING PILOT PROGRAM Department of Social Services Director LaVaughn Nesmith and Assistant Director Wanda Marino presented an overview on the Family Funding in North Carolina Project. The North Carolina Division of Social Services has submitted a proposal to Duke Endowment to fund a pilot of Family Finding in North Carolina. The goal of the Family NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 275 Finding program is to help children for whom their permanent plan is adoption, or children who are difficult to place, to find identified families or placement options. Family Finding helps these children identify and cultivate "sustainable family connections" with lost relatives or previously unknown family connections ? providing adoptive parents, legal guardians, or adults committed to enduring relationships. The program helps shorten the time to permanent placement, reducing the likelihood of children languishing in or aging out of foster care to uncertain futures. Ten counties will be chosen to participate in the pilot. If awarded, the grant will fund a position, salary and fringe, for a period of one to two years. The selected counties will be responsible for providing office space, equipment, supplies, etc. Staff is requesting authorization to submit a proposal to participate in the pilot program, and if selected, approve moving forward with the implementation of Family Finding and the hiring of one new full-time social worker position. The position would be eliminated when the grant funding ends. New Hanover County will be required to provide office space, equipment and supplies. If the grant is awarded, a budget ordinance amendment will be brought for the Board?s consideration. Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board. Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to authorize the Department of Social Services to submit a proposal to participate in the Family Finding pilot program through Duke Endowment, and if awarded, approve the implementation of Family Finding and the hiring of one new full-time social worker position. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. BREAK: Chairman Greer called for a break at 10:09 a.m. until 10:33 a.m. JUVENILE DAY TREATMENT CENTER PLANNING PROCESS UPDATE AND AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE GOVERNOR?S CRIME COMMISSION FOR THE 2008-2009 FISCAL YEAR Juvenile Day Treatment Center Director John Ranalli presented an overview of its planning process and requested authorization to submit a grant application to the Governor's Crime Commission in January 2008 for fiscal year 2008-2009 in the amount of $300,000. If awarded, the funds will be used to provide expanded vocational and therapeutic services for clients in the Juvenile Day Treatment Center program. The grant would add after school programming from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in an effort to deter youth from either dropping out of school or from being long term suspended. Vocational components would include computer, electrical, horticulture and auto mechanics. The grant also has a special component for at-risk females (age 12 - 18) providing mentoring opportunities and academic support to assist with classroom success. The grant covers one Vocation Coordinator, and three instructors. This grant covers a two year period. The program is collaboration between the Department of Social Services, New Hanover County Schools, Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, and the Juvenile Day Treatment Center. There is no required match for this grant. When grant funding ends, positions will be eliminated. Staff is requesting the Board endorse the Juvenile Day Treatment Center planning process and authorize staff to submit a funding request for fiscal year 2008-2009 to the Governor's Crime Commission in the amount of $300,000 for the expansion of the vocational education and therapeutic programs to foster reduction in crime. If awarded the grant, a budget ordinance amendment will be submitted for Commissioners approval. Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board. Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to endorse the Juvenile Day Treatment Center planning process and authorize staff to submit a funding request for fiscal year 2008-2009 to the Governor's Crime Commission in the amount of $300,000 for the expansion of the vocational education and therapeutic programs to foster reduction in crime. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO HIRE TWO COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICE COUNSELORS FOR THE JUVENILE DAY TREATMENT CENTER FUNDED BY MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT Juvenile Day Treatment Center Director John Ranalli presented the request to hire two Community Support Service Counselors. The State Mental Health Reform created a new category titled Enhanced Services. These enhanced services include Day Treatment and Community Support. The Juvenile Day Treatment Center is a licensed mental health facility endorsed to provide these services. Community Support replaces the Transition program which was previously supported by the completed Safe Schools Healthy Students grant. These counselors are responsible for creating the treatment plans for youth needing enhanced services like day treatment, or basic services like individual or group counseling. They also have the responsibility for doing the follow up work with clients being discharged from the Juvenile Day Treatment Center. The reimbursement rate with Medicaid and the number of hours allowed per week per counselor will cover all costs associated with the salary and benefits for these positions making the request budget neutral. Staff is requesting the Board approve the request to hire two Community Support Service Counselors for the Juvenile Day Treatment Center with the positions to be funded by Medicaid reimbursement. A budget ordinance amendment will be presented to the Board for their consideration at a later time. Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 276 Motion: Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to approve the request to hire two Community Support Service Counselors for the Juvenile Day Treatment Center with the positions to be funded by Medicaid reimbursement. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE JUVENILE DAY TREATMENT CENTER TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE MENTAL HEALTH TRUST FUND THROUGH SOUTHEASTERN CENTER Juvenile Day Treatment Center Director John Ranalli presented the request to submit a grant application to the Mental Health Trust Fund through Southeastern Center to fund one contracted position and two temporary positions. The Mental Health Trust Fund is a one-time grant opportunity with a cap of $50,000 per request. With this grant, the Juvenile Day Treatment Center can hire a consultant to work on the National Accreditation process between January 2008 and June of 2008 which is a requirement of the State Mental Health reform plan for all organizations endorsed to provide enhanced services like Day Treatment, Diagnostic Assessment, and Community Support. A portion of the grant in the amount of $27,000 will pay for a contracted consultant to write the application and submit it to the appropriate national organization. In order to maintain safety and protection for the clients, maintain staff to client ratios as required by the State, and address current increased administrative requirements with Medicaid, the remaining $23,000 will pay for two behavior intervention specialists, temporary positions, for the remainder of this fiscal year. No County match required. When grant funding ends, the temporary positions and contracted position will be eliminated. Staff is requesting the Board authorize staff to submit a grant application in the amount of $50,000 to the Mental Health Trust Fund to hire a National Accreditation consultant, contracted position, and hire two behavior intervention specialists, temporary positions, for the current fiscal year, and, if awarded approve the acceptance. A budget amendment will be submitted to Commissioners for approval if grant is received. Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board. Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to authorize staff to submit a grant application in the amount of $50,000 to the Mental Health Trust Fund to hire a National Accreditation consultant, contracted position, and hire two behavior intervention specialists, temporary positions, for the current fiscal year, and accept the funds if awarded. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF REQUEST FROM KURE BEACH FOR FUNDS TO PURCHASE LAND FOR A PARK Parks Director Neal Lewis presented the request by the Town of Kure Beach that the County assist them in their effort to purchase the Rolling Surf Motel property and redevelop it into a beach access and park facility. Kure Beach Mayor Tim Fuller presented the request that the County assist in their effort to purchase the Rolling Surf Motel property and redevelop it into a beach access and park facility. The proposed project will also serve as an innovative water filtration system that will collect storm water and reduce the pollution of surface run-off into the ocean. The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce adopted a resolution December 7, 2007, in support of the purchase of property for the Town of Kure Beach Project and the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce adopted a resolution November 21, 2007, in support of the purchase of property for the Town of Kure Beach Project. The closing is scheduled for December 21, 2007, with the commitment to incur all liability with the assurance of other future partners joining the Town prior to the start of payments in October 2008. The Town of Kure Beach will hold a final Council vote on December 18, 2007, and has requested New Hanover County?s public support and commitment with a contribution to the project through the Parks Bond Proceeds. Commissioner Davis reported that it is his understanding that the Parks Advisory Board has approved the request with a suggested contribution in the amount of $500,000 from Parks Bond Referendum funds. In response to Board questions, Mayor Fuller stated that the Town of Kure Beach is willing to enter into an Interlocal Agreement outlining details if the property is ever sold and public access issues. Commissioner Davis stated that if the Board approves the $500,000 Parks Bond Referendum fund expenditure, approximately $4 million will remain. The Town of Kure Beach is requesting the Board adopt the resolution supporting them in the purchase and redevelopment of the Rolling Surf Motel Property into a beach access and park facility and approving a contribution in the amount of $500,000 to be appropriated from the Parks Bond Referendum funds. Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board. Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to adopt the resolution supporting the Town of Kure Beach in the purchase and redevelopment of the Rolling Surf Motel Property and approving a contribution in the amount of $500,000 to be appropriated from the Parks Bond Referendum funds and directing Staff to execute an interlocal agreement related to the transaction. 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 36.7. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 277 APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONER REPRESENTATIVES TO BOARD AND COMMITTEES FOR 2008 Chairman Greer reported that the Board is being requested to appoint commissioners to serve on the various New Hanover County boards and committees for 2008. COMMISSIONERS APPOINTED TO COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMITTEES FOR YEAR 2008 Airlie Gardens Foundation Board of Directors Commissioner Davis Bellamy Mansion Museum Board of Directors Commissioner Kopp Cape Fear Community College Board of Trustees Commissioner Davis CFCC Long-Range Planning Committee Commissioner Davis Cape Fear Museum Advisory Board Commissioner Pritchett Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Chairman Greer/Vice-Chairman Caster Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority/WAVE Transit Commissioner Pritchett Chamber of Commerce Vice-Chairman Caster Chamber?s Community Growth Planning Core Team Chairman Greer Convention Center Task Force Vice-Chairman Caster Council of Governments - Executive Committee Commissioner Pritchett Criminal Justice Partnership Advisory Board Commissioner Kopp Department of Social Services Board Vice-Chairman Caster Fire Commissioners Commissioner Pritchett Department of Health Board Commissioner Pritchett Human Relations Commission Commissioner Kopp Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Commissioner Kopp Legion Stadium Committee Vice-Chairman Caster Legion Stadium Committee Commissioner Kopp Local Emergency Planning Committee Commissioner Kopp Lower Cape Fear River Program Advisory Board Commissioner Pritchett Lower Cape Fear Water & Sewer Authority Vice-Chairman Caster/Commissioner Kopp NCACC Board of Trustees Government Liaison Commissioner Kopp NHRMC Board of Trustees Chairman Greer Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Chairman Greer Port, Waterway & Beach Commission Vice-Chairman Caster Smart Start Commissioner Pritchett Southeastern Center (Mental Health) Commissioner Pritchett Southeastern Economic Development Commission Commissioner Kopp Tourism Development Authority Vice-Chairman Caster Water Development Task Force District Chairman Kopp Watershed Management Advisory Committee Vice-Chairman Caster Wilmington Downtown, Inc. Commissioner Davis Wilmington Industrial Commission Chairman Greer Wilmington Regional Film Commission Chairman Greer Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Commissioner Kopp Organization (Transportation Advisory Committee) Motion: Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to approve the 2008 commissioner appointments remain the same as the 2007 appointments. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS Appointments to the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee Chairman Greer reported that vacancies need to be filled on the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee and one applicant was eligible for reappointment and three applications had been received and requested nominations from the Board. Motion: Vice-Chairman Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to reappoint Sandra Oglesby to serve a three-year term on the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee with the term to expire December 31, 2010 and to appoint Nadine Shipman, Judy B. Smith and Joanne P. Wright to serve one-year terms on the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee with the terms to expire on December 31, 2008. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Appointment to the Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority/Wave Transit Authority Chairman Greer reported that one vacancy needs to be filled on the Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority/Wave Transit Authority with one application having been received and requested nominations from the Board. Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to appoint George M. Dolan to serve a three-year term on the Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority/Wave Transit Authority with the term to expire December 31, 2008. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Appointment to the Cooperative Extension Advisory Council Chairman Greer reported that one vacancy needs to be filled on the Cooperative Extension Advisory Council with one application having been received and requested nominations from the Board. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 278 Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp,to appoint Ann Hilburn to serve a three-year term on the Cooperative Extension Advisory Council with the term to expire May 31, 2010. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Appointments to the Board of Health Chairman Greer reported that vacancies need to be filled on the Board of Health in the General Public, Optometrist, Physician and Veterinarian categories with two applicants eligible for reappointment in the Physician and Veterinarian categories and ten applications having been received in the General Public and Optometrist categories and requested nominations from the Board. Commissioner Kopp nominated Robert M. Shakar, Jr., MD and G. Robert Weedon, DVM. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner Pritchett. Vote: The Board voted unanimously to reappoint Robert M. Shakar, Jr., MD to serve a three-year term on the Board of Health in the Physician category with the term to expire December 31, 2010 and G. Robert Weedon, DVM in the Veterinarian category with the term to expire December 31, 2010. Commissioner Davis nominated Dr. Michael Goins. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner Kopp. Vote: The Board voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Michael Goins to serve a three-year term on the Board of Health in the Optometrist category with the term to expire December 31, 2010. Vice-Chairman Caster nominated Robert E. Lewis. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner Kopp. Vote: The Board voted unanimously to appoint Robert E. Lewis to serve a three-year term on the Board of Health in the General Public category with the term to expire December 31, 2010. Appointment to the Human Relations Commission Chairman Greer reported that one vacancy needs to be filled on the Human Relations Commission in the At- Large Representative category with six applications having been received in the At-Large Representative category and requested nominations from the Board. Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED Commissioner Kopp to appoint Jeremy Bierlein to serve a three-year term on the Human Relations Commission in the At-Large Representative category with the term to expire December 31, 2010. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Appointments to the Tourism Development Authority Chairman Greer reported that four vacancies need to be filled on the Tourism Development Authority in the Chamber of Commerce, Kure Beach Hotel Owner/Manager, Tourist Attraction and Wrightsville Beach Hotel with over 150 rooms Owner/Manager categories with two applicants eligible for reappointment, one applicant willing to serve a third term and one new application having been received. Commissioner Davis nominated A. Scott Cromartie. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner Kopp. Vote: The Board voted unanimously to reappoint A. Scott Cromartie to serve a three-year term on the Tourism Development Authority in the Chamber of Commerce category with the term to expire December 31, 2010. Vice-Chairman Caster nominated Ronnie W. Pernell. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner Kopp. Vote: The Board voted unanimously to reappoint Ronnie W. Pernell to serve a three-year term on the Tourism Development Authority in the Kure Beach Hotel Owner/Manager category with the term to expire December 31, 2010. Vice-Chairman Caster nominated Donna Moffitt. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner Pritchett. Vote: The Board voted unanimously to appoint Donna Moffitt to serve a three-year term on the Tourism Development Authority in the Tourist Attraction category with the term to expire December 31, 2010. After brief discussion, the consensus of the Board is for Mary B. Martin to continue her current appointment on the Tourism Development Authority in the Wrightsville Beach Hotel with over 150 rooms Owner/Manager category until the position is filled. MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Chairman Greer convened from Regular Session at 11:38 a.m. to hold a meeting of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District. Chairman Greer reconvened to Regular Session at 11:39 a.m. NON-AGENDA ITEMS Chairman Greer 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. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 31 REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 17, 2007 PAGE 279 No items were presented. ADDITIONAL ITEMS st Commissioner Kopp presented an update on the 21 Transportation Committee which was appointed to address the issues in response to the passing of Senate Bill 1513. Senate Bill 1513 addresses the shortfall of transportation funding and allows Counties to voluntarily assume transportation funding needs. New Hanover County resident Lanny Wilson is serving on the committee. Chairman Greer stated that in the past it has been the practice of the General Assembly to appropriate transportation funds to balance the State budget. Commissioner Kopp responded that in the past the General Assembly has appropriated approximately $150 million of transportation funds to balance their budget. It is his understanding that this is one of the practices that the st 21 Transportation Committee will recommend be discontinue so that transportation funding is used to address transportation needs. CLOSED SESSION Chairman Greer announced a Closed Session pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) to conduct annual performance evaluations for the County Manager, County Attorney and Clerk to the Board and pursuant to N.C.G.S 143- 318.11 (a)(3) to consult with the County Attorney regarding pending litigation. Chairman Greer convened to Closed Session at 11:44 a.m. BREAK Chairman Greer called for a lunch break from 12:57 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. and announced that the Closed Session will continue immediately following the lunch break. CONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION Chairman Greer reconvened to Regular Session at 2:57 p.m. He reported that the Board consulted with the County Attorney regarding pending litigation with no action being taken. The Board also conducted performance reviews for the County Attorney, Clerk to the Board and the County Manager. All three employees received exceptional evaluation ratings. The County Manager was granted a 6.5% pay increase; the County Attorney and Clerk to the Board were granted a 5% pay increase. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chairman Greer requested a motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Greer adjourned the meeting at 2:58 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sheila L. Schult Clerk to the Board