1995-09-18 Regular Meeting
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 18, 1995
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ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, September 18, 1995, at 9:00 A.M. in the Assembly
Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street,
wilmington, North Carolina.
Members present were: Commissioners Sandra Barone; William A.
Caster; William E. Sisson, Jr.; vice-Chairman E. L. Mathews, Jr.;
Deputy County Manager, Andrew W. Atkinson, County Attorney, Wanda
M. Copley; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell.
Chairman Robert G. Greer and County Manager Allen O'Neal were
absent.
vice-Chairman Mathews called the meeting to order and welcomed
everyone present.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Reverend James D. Whetstone, Pastor of Temple Baptist Church,
gave the invocation.
Commissioner Sisson led the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
vice-Chairman Mathews inquired as to whether anyone from the
general public would like to present an item not listed on the
Regular Agenda or comment on an item listed on the Consent Agenda.
The following items were presented:
Request to Hang Portraits of New Hanover County Recipients of the
Metal of Honor
Mr. Al McQuire, the Co-Chairman of the Metal of Honor
Committee for the American Legion Post 10, requested the Board to
support the hanging of portraits in the Main Library in recognition
of the following heros who were recipients of the Metal of Honor:
Admiral Anderson - Spanish-American War
Colonel Murray, - World War II
Sergeant Ashley, - vietnam War
Mr. McQuire requested the Board to support the idea and
intercede in paving the way with the Library Board of Trustees to
hold an unveiling ceremony of the portraits in mid-December with
the portraits being hung in the Library so they can be seen by the
public and students of all ages. He advised there would be no cost
to the Library and reported if the portraits do not meet a certain
professional standard, they would not be hung in the Library.
vice-Chairman Mathews commented on New Hanover County being
fortunate to have three recipients of the Metal of Honor and
reported he felt the Library Board of Trustees should approve the
request.
Commissioner Barone, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the
American Legion Post 10, expressed appreciation to Mr. McQuire and
his fellow members for the time and effort given to raise money to
have the portraits prepared, and she expressed support for the
request.
Request for New Hanover County to Develop a Sister City Partnership
with Hanover, Germany
Ms. Gabriella Heib, Secretary of the Deutscher Klub of
Hanover, Germany, requested the County to develop a Sister City
Club with Hanover, Germany. She advised the Board that over 2,000
German people live in the community, and it was felt that
recognition of Hanover, Germany, would enhance both communities as
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well as increase travel and create an awareness of the culture and
heritage.
Commissioner Barone, a member of the Convention and visitors
Bureau Board of Directors, commented on the efforts of the visitors
Bureau in recruiting tourists from Germany, which does boost the
local economy, and she expressed appreciation to Ms. Heib for
appearing before the Board with this request.
After further discussion, it was generally agreed that this
matter should be pursued.
Approval and Acceptance of FAA Grant - New Hanover International
Airport
Airport Director, Robert J. Kemp, requested the Board to
accept an FAA grant in the amount of $788,036 for capital
improvements to the rehabilitation of the remaining old taxiway
lighting system.
Commissioner Barone inquired as to the amount of the local
match that had been budgeted by the Airport?
Airport Director Kemp responded the local match would be
approximately $43,780.
Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster
to accept the FAA grant in the amount of $788,036. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent: Chairman Greer
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Barone requested removal of Consent Agenda Item
#7 for discussion later in the meeting.
Commissioner Sisson commented on Consent Agenda Item #5 and
requested removal of the NorthChase road petition.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson
to remove Consent Agenda #7 as requested by Commissioner Barone,
approve Consent Agenda #5 with removal of the NorthChase road
petition, and approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda as
presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye:
Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent:
Chairman Greer
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes
The Commissioners approved the minutes of the Work Session of
August 31, 1995 and the Regular Meeting of September 5, 1995, as
presented by the Clerk to the Board.
Authorization to Request the City of Wilmington to Close Primrose
Street, located between 16th and 17th Streets
The Commissioners authorized the Wessell and Raney firm to
make an application for the street closing naming the County as a
consenting party. The unimproved road is located between 16th and
17th Streets, just south of the Department of Social Services.
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Approval of Tax Collection Reports Through August 31, 1995
The Commissioners approved the following Tax Collection
Reports through August 31, 1995, as presented by the Collector of
Revenue:
New Hanover County Tax Collections
New Hanover County Fire District Tax Collections
Copies of the Tax Collection Reports are hereby incorporated
as a part of the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XXIII,
Page 2.
Release of Value - Tax Department
The Commissioners approved a release of partial taxes
previously billed on registered vehicles to the following taxpayers
who were taxed twice within the same "vehicle" tax year with the
amounts exceeding $100:
Nationsbanc Leasing Corp.
Walls Plus
$155.77
$120.80
The Commissioners approved a delinquent application for
exemption from property tax for the following property:
International Church of the
Foursquare Gospel
R07605-001-001-000
Adoption of Resolutions for Road Additions to the State Highway
System
The Commissioners adopted resolutions to add the following
roads to the State Highway System:
West Airlie Road and Guy Court in Airlie West Subdivision
Creekwood Road
Oakland Drive
Copies of the resolutions are hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XXIII, Page 2.
Approval of Bonus Award to Allen Golden for His Service as Acting
Inspections Director from January, 1995 until September, 1995
The Commissioners approved a bonus award of $6,000 to Allen
Golden for his dedicated service as Acting Inspections Director
from January 17, 1995, until September 5, 1995, when Mr. Jonathan
Graham was hired as the Inspections Director.
Endorsement of the "Pull the Plug on Violence Campaign" as
Recommended by the Board of Health
The Commissioners endorsed the New Hanover County Health
Department's participation in the "Pull the Plug on Violence
Campaign" as requested by the Board of Health. The Health
Department will work to raise community and family awareness about
the impact of TV/video violence on our youth and what can be done
to address this matter.
Approval of Budget Amendment #96-0037 - Health Department - Project
Assist
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
96-0037 - Health Department
Debit
Credit
Health Department/Prolect Assist
Project Assist Grant
$8,804
Prolect Assist
Advertising
Contract Service
Telephone
Printing
$1,000
500
500
2,500
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(Budget Amendment #96-0037 continued)
Debit
Credit
Supplies
Dues and Subscriptions
Auto Reimbursement
Travel
Volunteer Reimbursements
2,500
150
254
1,000
400
Purpose: To rollover unexpended grant funds from FY 1994-95.
Approval of Budget Amendment #96-0036 - Health Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
96-0036 - Health Department
Debit
Credit
Immunization Action Plan
IAP State Grant
$2,030
Prolect Assist
Capital Outlay
$2,030
Purpose: To rollover unexpended grant funds from FY 1994-95.
Approval of Budget Amendment #96-0035 Criminal Justice
Partnership
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
96-0035 - Criminal Justice Partnership
Debit
Credit
Criminal Justice Partnership
Criminal Justice Grant
$3,691
Criminal Justice Partnership
Supplies
Capital Outlay
$1,464
2,227
Purpose: To rollover unexpended grant funds from FY 1994-95. The
funds were allocated for a computer received after 6/30/95.
PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARDS
Deputy County Manager Atkinson requested the following
employees to step forward to receive service awards:
Name
Years of Service
Mary Strickland, Social Services 5
Bradford K. Arrowood, Engineering Department 5
Christopher S. O'Keefe, Planning Department 5
Julie F. Acree, Social Services 5
Robert B. Cockran, Social Services 5
Gloria J. Bowden, Social Services 10
Eleanor E. Jones, Health Department 20
Vice-Chairman Mathews, on behalf of the Board, presented
service awards and expressed appreciation to these employees for
their years of dedicated service to New Hanover County.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW COUNTY EMPLOYEES
Deputy County Manager Atkinson introduced the following new
County employees:
Gayle Ginsberg, Aging Services
Flor Chavarria, Health Department
Ellen Rivet, Health Department
Anthony Wade, Human Relations Commission
Debbie Lovett, Health Department
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David Rice, Inspections
Helen Styles, Library
Bobby Harvey, Department of Social Services
Darlene Lynch, Department of Social Services
Anne Saleeby, Department of Social Services
Jeff Clemmons, Tax Department
Jay Graham, Inspections Department
vice-Chairman Mathews, on behalf of the Board, welcomed the
employees to the County family and wished them well in their new
positions.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE RECYCLING ASSISTANCE GRANT FROM THE OFFICE OF
WASTE REDUCTION, NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND APPROVAL OF BUDGET AMENDMENT #96-0038
Mr. Jeff Little, Solid Waste Planner, reported the
Environmental Management Department had received notification that
a grant would be awarded in the amount of $8,330 to construct a
bunker for the storage of glass. The bunker will allow for a more
cost-effective transport of glass to the market in Raleigh, North
Carolina, thereby reducing the recycling cost. He introduced Ms.
Beth Graves, a representative of the N. C. Office of Waste
Reduction, to make a presentation.
Ms. Graves presented a recycling assistance grant in the
amount of $8,330 to assist with the construction of a glass
recycling bunker for the aggregation of glass and the marketing of
the product. She reported that 40 applicants had submitted grant
proposals with 17 grants awarded. Congratulations were extended to
the County for receiving a grant award, and the Environmental
Management Department was commended for its outstanding work in
waste reduction.
vice-Chairman Mathews inquired as to the amount of the local
match?
Mr. Little responded there would be a direct match of $5,553
with an in-kind match of $1,388.
Commissioner Caster requested Mr. Little to explain why the
tons of glass had to be transported to Raleigh, North Carolina?
Mr. Little advised that Container Alliance, in Raleigh, North
Carolina, was the only company in the State that recycles glass.
The current rate received for glass is $35 per ton for clear glass,
$30 per ton for green glass, and $5 per ton for brown glass. He
explained if the different types of glass were aggregated out to
transport the material to Raleigh, the transportation was much more
cost-effective.
Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster
to accept the Recycling Assistance Grant in the amount of $8,330
for the purpose of constructing a bunker for the storage of glass
and approve the associated Budget Amendment as listed below. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye:
Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent:
Chairman Greer
#96-0038 Environmental Management/(Recycling)
Debit
Credit
Environmental Manaqement - Recyclinq
Waste Reduction Grant
$8,330
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(Budget Amendment #96-0038 continued)
Debit
Credit
Environmental Manaqement - Recyclinq
Other Improvements
$8,330
Purpose: To increase the budget for a grant award from the Office
of Waste Reduction for the construction of a glass storage bunker.
BREAK
Vice-Chairman Mathews called a break from 9:30 A.M. until 9:45
A.M.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE SUBMISSION OF AN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION TO THE NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMERCE
Vice-Chairman Mathews opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director, Dexter Hayes, reported a local business had
proposed to expand and relocate its operation to the 1-40 Business
Park, which is located at the Holly Shelter Road and 1-40
Interchange in the Castle Hayne area. The expansion involves the
construction of an 18,000 square foot building on 4.02 acres, and
the construction of a County sewer system. The County would like
to apply for an economic development grant in the amount of
$750,000. If the grant is received, $250,000 of the funds will be
used for sewer construction and a low-rate interest loan of
$500,000 will be issued from the State. A local lending
institution will assist the business in financing the project. It
is anticipated that 50 jobs will be created as a result of this
expansion, of which 60 percent must benefit low and moderate income
persons. The Commissioners were requested to adopt the resolution
of support for the project and authorize submission of an economic
development grant application to the N. C. Department of Commerce
for the proposed project.
Vice-Chairman Mathews inquired as to whether anyone from the
public would like to speak.
No comments were received.
Vice-Chairman Mathews closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster
to adopt a resolution of support for the project and authorize the
submission of an economic development application not to exceed
$750,000 for the proposed expansion and relocation of Vision
Software. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye:
Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent:
Chairman Greer
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the
minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXIII, Page 2.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Appointment of Joanne Zarrello and Kimberly Roberts to Serve on the
Criminal Justice Partnership Advisory Board and Reappointment of
Robert M. Deacy, Delores Moore and L. Mack Wade to Serve on the
Criminal Justice Partnership Advisory Board
Deputy County Manager Atkinson reported that Joanne Zarrello
had not been officially appointed by the Board, and he recommended
appointing Ms. Zarrello to fill one at-large position and Kimberly
Roberts to fill the other at-large position.
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Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster
to appoint Joanne Zarrello to fill the vacant position filled by
Harold Cloud and appoint Kimberly Roberts to fill the other vacant
position created by the resignation of John Tocicki. Both terms
will be for three years with an expiration date of September 30,
1998. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent: Chairman Greer
Deputy County Manager Atkinson advised that three members,
Robert M. Deacy, Delores Moore, and L. Mack Wade, were eligible for
reappointment and desired to be reappointed.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson
to reappoint Robert M. Deacy, Delores Moore, and L. Mack Wade to
serve three-year terms on the Criminal Justice Partnership Advisory
Board with the terms to expire September 30, 1998. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye:
Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent:
Chairman Greer
Appointment of David Pope and Reappointment of Jeff T. Lanier,
Larry Lisk and David Sims to Serve on the New Hanover County Board
of Mechanical Examiners
Vice-Chairman Mathews advised there were four vacancies on the
Board of Mechanical Examiners and reported three members desired to
be reappointed. Also, an application had been received from David
Pope to fill the vacancy of a Mechanical Contractor.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson
to reappoint Larry Lisk in the category of a Mechanical Contractor;
Jeff T. Lanier, in the category of a Class II Journeyman Mechanic;
David Sims in the category of a Mechanical Engineer; and appoint
David Pope in the category of a Mechanical Contractor to serve two-
year terms on the Board of Mechanical Examiners with the terms to
expire August 31, 1997. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye:
Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent:
Chairman Greer
Appointments to the New Hanover Regional Medical Center Board of
Trustees
Vice-Chairman Mathews advised the Board that four vacancies
were available on the Hospital Board of Trustees with one member,
Sylvia Rountree, being eligible for reappointment. He reported ten
applications had been received and that Ms. Rountree desired to be
reappointed.
The floor was opened to receive nominations.
Commissioner Sisson nominated Pamela S.
nomination was seconded by Commissioner Caster.
Morine.
The
Commissioner
Caster
nominated
Sylvia
Rountree
for
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reappointment. vice-Chairman Mathews seconded the nomination.
Commissioner Caster nominated Linda wilson.
DID NOT RECEIVE A SECOND.
The NOMINATION
vice-Chairman Mathews nominated Jane Fliesbach Rhodes. The
nomination was seconded by Commissioner Sisson.
Commissioner Caster nominated william C. Taylor. The
nomination was seconded by vice-Chairman Mathews.
There being no further nominations, vice-Chairman Mathews
declared the nominations closed.
Vote: vice-Chairman Mathews called for a vote on the appointment
of Pamela S. Morine. Upon vote, Ms. Morine was appointed to serve
on the Hew Hanover Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees for a
three-year term beginning at the opening October, 1995, meeting of
the Hospital Board of Trustees until the opening October, 1998,
meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent: Chairman Greer
Vote: vice-Chairman Mathews called for a vote on the appointment
of Jane Fliesbach Rhodes. Upon vote, Ms. Rhodes was appointed to
serve on the New Hanover Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees
for a three-year term beginning at the opening October, 1995,
meeting of the Hospital Board of Trustees until the opening
October, 1998, meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
vice-Chairman Mathews
voting Nay: Commissioner Barone
Absent: Chairman Greer
Vote: vice-Chairman Mathews called for a vote on the reappointment
of Sylvia Rountree to serve on the New Hanover Regional Medical
Center Board of Trustees for a three-year term beginning at the
opening October, 1995, meeting of the Hospital Board of Trustees
until the opening October, 1998, meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
vice-Chairman Mathews
voting Nay: Commissioner Sisson
Absent: Chairman Greer
Vote: vice-Chairman Mathews called for a vote on the appointment
of William C. Taylor to serve on the New Hanover Regional Medical
Center Board of Trustees for a three-year term beginning at the
opening October, 1995, meeting of the Hospital Board of Trustees
until the opening October, 1998, meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
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vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent:
Chairman Greer
Commissioner Caster commented on the excellent qualifications
of all applications received and reported these applications would
be kept on file to be considered for future vacancies.
MEETING CONVENED FROM REGULAR SESSION TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER & SEWER DISTRICT
vice-Chairman Mathews convened from Regular Session at 10:45
A.M. until 11:41 A.M. to hold a meeting of the New Hanover County
Water & Sewer District.
APPROVAL OF NEW CLERICAL POSITION FOR THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY HEALTH
DEPARTMENT - COMMUNICABLE DISEASE DIVISION AND APPROVAL OF BUDGET
AMENDMENT #96-0040 - CONSENT AGENDA ITEM #7
Commissioner Barone asked if the Health Department would have
to expand its building if the County continues to add new
positions?
Health Director Parker advised that with removal of 35 full-
time Home Health employees to New Hanover Regional Medical Center
in November, adequate space would be available for the next ten to
fifteen years.
Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson
to approve a new Clerical Specialist I position for the
Communicable Disease Division of the Health Department contingent
upon the position being eliminated if the grant funds are reduced
or eliminated, and approve the associated Budget Amendment as
listed below. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
vice-Chairman Mathews
voting Nay: Chairman Greer
Budget Amendment #96-0040 - Health/Epidemiology
Debit
Credit
Health/Epidemioloqy
IAP - State
Title XIX
$ 9,900
14,757
Salaries & Wages
FICA
Retirement
Medical Insurance
Lt. Disability Insurance
$19,136
1,464
953
3,073
31
Purpose: To budget for a new Clerical Specialist I position with
additional revenue to be received from Title XIX funds and State
IAP funds.
ACTION DEFERRED ON NORTHCHASE ROAD PETITION
Commissioner Sisson advised that he requested deferring action
on the NorthChase road petition in order to allow time for Staff to
check out the following items:
(1) An investigation into whether the Planned Development
regulations are being enforced in NorthChase because of the
flooding in this subdivision that should not be occurring
under this type of development.
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(2) An investigation into the lawsuit filed with the U. S. Army
Corps of Engineers.
Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner Sisson MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Barone to defer action on the NorthChase
road petition until all information has been received from Staff.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent: Chairman Greer
DISCUSSION ON RELEASING THE IMPACT FEES TO THE WRIGHTSBORO
VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
Commissioner Sisson reported as a matter of clarification, the
Fire Commission voted to release the impact fees to the wrightsboro
Volunteer Fire Department contingent upon verification that all the
fees were generated inside the boundaries of the wrightsboro
Volunteer Fire Department.
Commissioner Barone advised the Board that a general consensus
was reached at the Staff Meeting on Thursday morning to release the
$12,000 of impact fees to the wrightsboro Volunteer Fire Department
contingent upon any discrepancies being debited back to that
account. She asked Commissioner Sisson if he concurred with this
decision?
Commissioner Sisson responded he would agree with this
arrangement.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT #96-0107 BETWEEN NEW HANOVER COUNTY AND
ARCHITECTS DESIGN GROUP, INC. AND APPROVAL OF BUDGET AMENDMENT #96-
0047
Director of Emergency Management, Dan Summers, requested
authorization to contract with Architects Design Group, Inc., a
firm that specializes in Emergency Operations Centers, to perform
a 21-day site assessment study for relocation of the Emergency
Operations Center.
Motion: After discussion of possible site locations, Commissioner
Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson to enter into a
contract with Architects Design Group, Inc. not to exceed $10,000
for the performance of a site study for relocation of the Emergency
Operations Center, and approve the associated Budget Amendment as
listed below. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent: Chairman Greer
Budget Amendment #96-0047
Debit
Credit
Non-Departmental
Contingencies
$10,000
Emerqency Manaqement
Contracted Services
$10,000
Purpose: To transfer funds from Contingencies for a consultant's
fee to evaluate sites for relocation of the Emergency Operations
Center.
A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department.
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ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THE EIGHTH ANNUAL SHRINER'S
FISH FRY
Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster
to adopt a resolution of support for the Eighth Annual Shriner's
Fish Fry to be held on Wednesday, October 4, 1995, to support the
Shriner's Hospitals for burned and crippled children. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent: Chairman Greer
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXIII, Page 2.
DISCUSSION OF CITATIONS ISSUED TO PERSONS WHO DID NOT PURCHASE
LICENSE TAGS FOR PETS
Commissioner Caster commented on the numerous calls and
concerns by the citizens about the recent mailing of citations
issued by the Animal Control Center for persons who have not
purchased a license tag for their pets, and he requested the Health
Director to work as cooperatively as possible with these
individuals.
Health Director Parker advised that a new system was installed
at the Animal Control Center which identifies persons who have not
purchased license tags for their dogs and cats. Notices have been
mailed to these persons and will continue to be mailed on a monthly
basis. Hundreds of calls have been received at the Animal Control
Center; however, due to a lack of staff, there are only two manned
phone lines. In an effort to answer the calls, a voice mail system
is being installed that will allow the caller to leave a name and
number so an employee can return the call. He reported, in his
opinion, Staff has been most cooperative in assisting these people
and, in most instances, the benefit of doubt has been given to the
complaints received. It is estimated that over $100,000 will be
generated in revenue from issuance of the citations.
Further discussion was held on trying to assist people as much
as possible in resolving their concerns and complaints.
Commissioner Caster expressed concern for becoming to aggressive
which could keep people from having their pets vaccinated for
rabies.
Health Director Parker advised that if a person states they
never received a notice, the fine is waived; however, a note is
made on the record.
Deputy County Manager Atkinson advised that a majority of the
complaints received were about not being able to reach a person
when calling the Animal Control Center.
Vice-Chairman Mathews commented on the last property tax
revaluation by the Tax Department and reported additional phone
lines were installed temporarily and part-time help was hired to
respond to the calls during this period of time. He recommended
using the same procedure for the Animal Control Center.
Commissioner Barone strongly obj ected to implying that no
additional staff would ever be hired at the Animal Control Center.
She commented on the thousands of well-trained volunteers who want
to work in situations of this type, and she urged the Health
Director to pursue this avenue. Also, she expressed concern for
persons being asked to list their Social Security number when
purchasing a tag and inquired as to why this was requested?
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Director Parker responded he could not answer this question;
however, he would be glad to check into this matter and report back
to the Board.
Commissioner Barone commented on the kennel license where one
fee could be paid if you had under ten animals, and she inquired as
to whether this type of license was still available?
Director Parker responded that a kennel license was available
and could be purchased.
Commissioner Sisson commented on some pets not having to be
vaccinated but every three years and recommended issuing a County
license that would be valid for the same amount of time as the
rabies vaccination. He reported this procedure would correlate the
dates for both items, provide a better tracking system, and be more
convenient for persons who wish to select this option.
Director Parker responded this was an excellent idea and one
that could be studied by the Animal Control Center.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF AWARDS RECEIVED BY EMPLOYEES AT THE HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Health Director Parker announced that the following honors had
been received by employees at the Health Department:
Susan 0' Brien, Laboratory Director, was elected as First Vice-
President of the Southern Health Association.
Eleanor (Beth) W. Jones, Communicable Disease Director had
received the "Margaret B. Dolan" Award presented by the
Nursing Section of the N. C. Public Health Association.
After discussion, it was agreed to request the Chairman to
write a letter of congratulations to Ms. O'Brien and Ms. Jones for
receiving these outstanding honors.
DISCUSSION OF B&D DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY
County Attorney Copley advised that an individual with B&D
Development would like to donate a piece of property to the County.
She reported that after a review of the property by Environmental
Management, there appears to be no environmental concerns;
therefore, this item will be placed on a future agenda for
acceptance if this is agreeable with the Board.
After discussion, it was agreed to authorize the County
Attorney to place this item on a future agenda for consideration by
the Board.
DISCUSSION OF PREPARING A MAP REFLECTING ALL ILLEGAL DUMP SITES OR
LANDFILLS UNCOVERED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL DEPUTIES
Commissioner Sisson reported the Planning Staff did not have
a map showing the illegal dump sites or landfills that have been
uncovered by the environmental deputies; therefore, he would
recommend requesting the Sheriff to prepare some type of map
showing these sites that can be used by the Planning Staff when
reviewing land for development approval.
Consensus: After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for
the Sheriff to develop some type of map or system that will inform
the Planning Staff of uncovered illegal dump sites or landfills.
DISCUSSION OF BUCK DRIVE ROAD PETITION
Commissioner Sisson commented on the Buck Drive road petition
and reported the developer still had not complied to County
standards. He advised an alternative action would be to proceed
with the necessary legal action to require the developer to improve
the street to County standards since lots have already been sold
with houses on the land.
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Commissioner Barone advised that Mrs. Buck had called and
requested an explanation as to why she could not sell her land.
She reported the call was referred to Pete Avery in the Planning
Department; however, she was concerned about the economic hardship
that would be placed on Mr. and Mrs. Buck if they have to pay for
improving the road, particularly with Mr. Buck being 83 years old
and in poor health.
After further discussion, Commissioner Sisson requested the
County Attorney and Planning Staff to prepare a list of minimum
requirements that would have to be met for the road to comply to
County standards.
STATUS REPORT ON THE PUMP STATION AT MONKEY JUNCTION
vice-Chairman Mathews requested the County Engineer to provide
a brief report on the Monkey Junction pump station contract.
County Engineer, Wyatt Blanchard, reported the Monkey Junction
contract had been placed on hold until after the Work Session
scheduled on October 12, 1995.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson
to adjourn. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
voting Aye: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Absent: Chairman Greer
Vice-Chairman Mathews adjourned the meeting at 11:24 A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Lucie F. Harrell
Clerk to the Board