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1994-03-14 Regular Meeting NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 974 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, March 14, 1994, at 6:30 P.M. in the First Floor Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Administration Building, 320 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, North Carolina. Members present were: Commissioners Sandra Barone; WilliamA. Caster; William E. Sisson, Jr.; vice-Chairman E. L. Mathews, Jr.; Chairman Robert G. Greer; County Manager, Allen 0' Neal; County Attorney, Wanda M. Copley; and Deputy Clerk to the Board, Teresa P. Elmore. Chairman Greer called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone present. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Father Jim Behan of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, gave the invocation. Commissioner Sisson led the audience ln the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. NON-AGENDA ITEMS Chairman Greer 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 item was presented: Mr. Tom Townsend of the Veterans Council, invited the Commissioners to the Memorial Day Service at the National Cemetery on Monday, May 30, 1994 at 11:00 A.M. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Barone requested correction to the February 7, 1994 Regular Meeting by changing the next to the last word on Page 955 to most and to insert January 26, 1994 on Page 956 as the date of the "Friends of Tobacco" march in Washington. Commissioner Sisson requested correction to the minutes of February 21, 1994 by changing the spelling of Ms. Cofer's name on Page 967 in the next to last paragraph. Also, in the minutes of February 7, 1994, change the spelling of "Down's Syndrome" on Page 938. County Manager O'Neal reported Regular Agenda Item #5 should have been included on the Consent Agenda and requested the Commissioners to consider this item with the other consent items. Motion: Barone, approve minutes. Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner to include Agenda Item #5 with the Consent Agenda and to the Consent Agenda with the corrections noted on the Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Minutes The Commissioners approved the following minutes as corrected: Minutes of Work Session with DSS Board, February 3, 1994 Minutes of Budget Work Session, February 3, 1994 Minutes of Regular Meeting, February 7, 1994 Minutes of Regular Meeting, February 21, 1994 Adoption of Resolution in Memory of George Ross The Commissioners adopted a resolution in memory of Mr. George Ross, recognizing the many outstanding contributions made to the community through his volunteer efforts. A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 975 the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXII, Page 4. Rejection of all Bids Received for the Microcomputer Bid, Bid #94- 0243 The Commissioners adopted a resolution rejecting all bids received for the contract of Microcomputers. Staff determined that bids received from CBM Computer Center and MicroAge Computer Center were non-responsive and recommended rejection of the bids and to begin the bid process again. A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXII, Page 4. Adoption of Resolution Requesting the Addition of Roads to the State Maintained Highway System The Commissioners adopted a resolution requesting the addition of roads in Fox Run Subdivision, Section 3, to the State Maintained Highway System. A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXII, Page 4. Designation of the Food Bank of Coastal Carolina as the Contracting Agent for the Food Commodity Distribution for the Third Quarter of the Federal Fiscal Year The Commissioners designated the Food Bank of Coastal Carolina as the contracting agent for the food commodity distribution for the third quarter of the federal fiscal year. The Food Bank agreed to handle the distribution for the amount budgeted of $3,750.00. Designation of Council of Governments as the Lead Agency for Home and Community Care Block Grant for Older Adults in New Hanover County The Commissioners designated the Council of Governments as lead agency for the Home and Community Care Block Grant for Older Adults for FY 1994-1995. The County Manager was authorized to sign the document. Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0157 - Commissioners' Office/ Appropriated Fund Balance The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment: 94-0157 Commissioners' Office/ Appropriated Fund Balance Debit Credit Commissioners' Office Appropriated Fund Balance $152,500 Land Acquisition Cost $152,500 Purpose: To budget funds for purchase of 402 Chestnut Street property (approved by the Commissioners on February 7, 1994). Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0170 Social Services/ Administration/Crisis Intervention Program The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment: 94-0170 Social Services/Administration/Crisis Intervention Program Debit Credit Social Services/Administration DSS Administration Grants $14,371 Crisis Intervention Proqram Assistance Payments $14,371 Purpose: To budget additional federal revenues for the Crisis Intervention Program. Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0169 - Social Services/Child Day NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 976 Care The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment: 94-0169 Social Services/Child Day Care Debit Credit Social Services/Child Dav Care Office of Day Care $12,116 Day Care Services $12,116 Purpose: To budget additional revenues (State subsidy program) for Child Day Care Acceptance of Home and Community Care Block Grant for the Department of Aging and Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0171 The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment and accepted additional grant funds from the Home and Community Block Grant to be used for transportation. The County Manager was authorized to execute the necessary documents. 94-0171 Department of Aging Transportation Debit Credit Department of Aqinq/Transportation Block Grant $5,787 Department of Aqinq/Transportation Contracted Services $5,787 Purpose: To budget additional Home and Community Care Block Grant funds to be used for transportation. Approval of Interlocal Agreement #94-0285 with the Town of Carolina Beach Regarding Fire Code Enforcement The Commissioners approved an Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Carolina Beach for the County's Inspections Department, Fire Code Division, to provide Fire Code Inspection Services. A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department. PRESENTATION OF JOHN M. DOLAN VOLUNTEER FIREMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD TO DANIEL STAHL OF THE WINTER PARK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Commissioner Sisson, on behalf of the Commissioners and the Board of Fire Commissioners, presented a plaque to Daniel M. Stahl of the Winter Park Volunteer Fire Department for being selected to receive the "John M. Dolan Volunteer Fireman of the Year Award." Appreciation was expressed for his dedicated service and for giving over and above the requirements of his duties as Assistant Fire Chief and a volunteer fireman. Mr. Stahl was also given the ceremonial jacket in recognition of this special award. ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF WORLD WAR II IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY Commissioner Barone introduced and welcomed special guest Captain (Dr.) Barry Miller, State Director, Colonel Reese Byrd and Chief Warrant Officer Mackie White of the N. C. Selective Service System, and members of the Local Draft Board #53. She expressed appreciation to those in the Selective Service System for their dedicated service in providing the manpower to fight a world conflict in order to protect freedom in our great country. Motion: In honor of the Selective Service System, Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Mathews, to adopt a proclamation in commemoration of World War II and to salute those who served as citizen volunteers of the local draft boards and Selective Service System. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Greer read and presented the proclamation. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 977 A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXII, Page 4. POSTPONEMENT OF UNILATERAL ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER FROM U. S . E. P. A. AND APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH CATLIN AND ASSOCIATES TO PERFORM WORK SPECIFIED BY THE ORDER Chairman Greer reported the County has received the unilateral Administrative Order from U.S.E.P.A. concerning the clean-up of the Airport Burn pit site and that the County has another week to comply with the Order. He postponed action until the next regular scheduled meeting of the Board of Commissioners on Monday, March 21, 1994. County Attorney Copley reported the Wilmington City Council will not meet prior to the compliance deadline and recommended the Commissioners meet jointly with City Council at the Commissioners Meeting on March 21, 1994, in order for both Boards to act on the order before the deadline. Consensus: It was the consensus of the Board to meet jointly with the Wilmington City Council during the Regular Meeting on March 21, 1994, in order to take formal action with the deadline of the unilateral Administrative Order. ADOPTION OF "THE FAIR EMPLOYMENT RULES OF PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE" ORDINANCE Ms. Sandra Harkin, Chairperson of the Human Relations Commission, stated as a result of the amended Fair Housing Ordinance, it is now necessary to separate the Fair Employment Rules of Practice and Procedure from Chapter 2, Article II, Division 2 of the New Hanover County Code. The amended ordinance reflects the deletion of references to housing and will be a separate chapter in the County Code. The Fair Employment Rules of Practice and Procedures does subsume several federal regulations into one document. Chairman Greer asked why does the County need to have an adopted ordinance if the guidelines are regulated by the federal government? Executive Director Bill Jessup answered that the County's Ordinance includes the procedures for administrative hearings, whereas the federal agencies use procedures of litigations. Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Mathews, to adopt the amendment to the County Code of Ordinances. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the ordinance is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXII, Page 4. The ordinance will be codified into the New Hanover County Code. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF GREATER WILMINGTON URBAN AREA TRANSPORTATION PLAN Chairman Greer stated a work session was held on March 10, 1994, to discuss the Wilmington Area Transportation Plan and he called for a motion. Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barone, to adopt the resolution approving the Greater Wilmington Urban Area Transportation Plan, as adopted by the Transportation Advisory Committee. Substitute Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED to adopt the plan excluding the Randall Parkway Extension. He felt another alternative could be found for the Randall Parkway Extension instead of the current plan which would disturb the campus of UNCW. No second was received. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 978 Chairman Greer stated the plan requires several more approvals and if the County adopts the plan, that does not mean the road will be built through the campus of UNCW. He called for a vote on the original motion. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barone Commissioner Caster Commissioner Sisson Chairman Greer Voting Nay: Vice-Chairman Mathews A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXII, Page 4. CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULING JOINT MEETING WITH WILMINGTON CITY COUNCIL TO DISCUSS FUNDING OF OUTSIDE AGENCIES County Manager O'Neal stated the Commissioners discussed at a recent joint meeting with the Wilmington City Council the desire to meet for the purpose of discussing funding of outside agencies. He suggested the Commissioners postpone setting the date of the joint meeting until Monday, March 21, 1994, when the City Council will be meeting briefly with the Commissioners. A handout on City and County Contributions to Non-City and Non-County agencies was presented to the Commissioners. Outside agencies currently receive allocations of $435,272 from the County and $347,450 from the City of Wilmington. County Manager O'Neal stated the Boards felt there should be some review of the agencies to determine if both the City and County should fund the agencies and to make sure the provisions of the funding are the same. As required by the Governor's Executive Order, one provision would be to require agencies receiving County funding to coordinate any human service transportation needs with the Human Services Transportation System. Consensus: It was the consensus of the Board to delay scheduling a date for the joint meeting with the Wilmington City Council until Monday, March 21, 1994. AWARD OF BID AND CONTRACT #94-0236 TO GREGORY POOLE EQUIPMENT COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE OF THREE INTEGRATED TOOL CARRIERS FOR THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY LANDFILL Director of Environmental Management, Ray Church reported at the bid opening there were four bidders present; however, three bidders chose not to submit bids. Staff recommended to accept the bid from Gregory Poole in the amount of $302,435 with the buy back and repair and maintenance cost guarantee as submitted with the bid package. The total cost process allows the department to budget for maintenance and repair costs on equipment for a five year period. The equipment will be used to load ash at the WTE Facility and to move pallets around at the Construction Processing Facility. Chairman Greer questioned why the resolution included the buy back price when the County may decide not to sell the equipment to Gregory Poole at the end of five years? Director Church responded the reflected with a guaranteed buy back repair and maintenance to allow appropriately for the equipment. At County has the option of selling the prlces. County's actual cost lS and a guaranteed prlce on the Department to budget the end of five years, the equipment at the guaranteed Chairman Greer stated the resolution should not have the buy back price deducted from the actual purchase price because in five years the County may not want to sell the equipment. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 979 Director Church responded the County will pay $302,435 at the time of purchase and the repair and maintenance cost will be spread out over five years. Commissioner Sisson asked if the handling of corrOSlve materials will shortened the life of the equipment? Director Church answered this purchase replaces equipment that has been used since 1986 and there should not be a problem with corrOSlon. Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson, to change the resolution to reflect the actual purchase price of $302,435.00; to adopt the amended resolution awarding the bid to Gregory Poole; and to approve the contract. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF CABLE TELEVISION BENCHMARK RATES County Attorney Wanda Copley reported the consultant, Robert F. Sepe, has reviewed and analyzed the proposed rates submitted by Falcon and Vision Cable and has determined that both cable companies' basic cable service met the benchmark rates established by the FCC. The law also requires the public to have an opportunity to comment. Mr. Sam Wilson with Falcon Cable and Mr. Bill Green with Vision Cable were present to answer any questions. Chairman Greer inquired as to whether anyone from the general public would like to comment. The following remarks were received: Mr. William R. Burevitch of 324 Wayne Drive, commented on the rate increase during the past year and the number of movies and programs that are shown over and over. He felt there should be some control over the number of times a program is repeated. Chairman Greer informed Mr. Burevitch that he may want to make his comments to the Wilmington City Council since he lives within the City limits. However, the City has elected not to regulate the cable rates. Chairman Greer thanked Mr. Burevitch for his comments. Chairman Greer asked Mr. Green to explain the letter from Vision Cable to cable users on charging a franchise fee on premium channels. Mr. Green stated there are 14 different franchises in Pender, New Hanover and Brunswick Counties and all are calculated differently. The fees are based on gross revenues, cable revenues, and/or revenues from premium channels. The letter was written to inform cable users that in the future, franchise fees assessed on premium channels will be passed on to the user instead of absorbed by the cable company. Vice-Chairman Mathews stated the public expected rates to drop with the new FCC regulations; however, most people received an increase in the cable rates. He asked Mr. Green to explain how this happened. Mr. Green answered the FCC reported that 68% of cable subscribers nationwide have received a decrease in the cable rates. In New Hanover County, the basic rates are below the benchmark, so no decreases have been required. Commissioner Sisson asked if the FCC was planning on additional regulations? County Attorney Copley responded the FCC is not satisfied with the current regulations and there may be more changes implemented NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 980 in April. If so, the County will have the opportunity to review the regulations and make adjustments. Chairman Greer asked why more cable users are needing converter boxes? Mr. Green answered the need for a converter box is dependent upon the type of television available. Older models have less channel selections thus the need for a converter box to be able to access the additional channels. Commissioner Sisson expressed concern about having to get a converter box when he actually is receiving two less stations than before the new line-up. Mr. Green explained over the past ten years several models of cable ready televisions have been built. The first sets were capable of receiving 36 channels. Since then sets have been made for 41 channels to over 100 channels. Mr. Green stated stations were revamped according to FCC guidelines which is why the line-up is over 40 channels. vice-Chairman Mathews stated many people do not understand the new regulations and rate schedule. He asked the County Attorney if the Legal Department has received many complaints. County Attorney Copley responded the County did receive a few complaints about the cable companies when the monitoring of the complaints began. Both cable companies have been real responsive to complaints when the County has called. Adoption of the Consumer Service Standard has improved the response time. The main misconception is the public thinks the County has the authority to lower the rates and monthly bills. The County can only regulate basic cable service and the cable companies can charge whatever they desire on the premium channels. Nationwide, some cable companies were charging 10% above the benchmark and those users have seen a decrease in the rates. The FCC could change the benchmark rates in the near future. Chairman Greer asked Mr. Wilson of Falcon Cable if he had any comments to make? Mr. Wilson stated the cable companles are working hard to comply with the new laws from the FCC. Chairman Greer stated the County has hired a consultant to study the cable companies with a franchise in New Hanover County and has determined the cable companies are within the benchmark rates. The consultant is recommending adoption of the Orders. Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster, to adopt the Orders, as recommended by the consultant, approving the basic service, equipment and installation rates, as filed by Vision Cable of North Carolina and Falcon Cable Media. If the FCC amends the regulations or benchmark rates, the County will review the cable rates again. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Copies of the Orders are hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and contained in Exhibit Book XXII, Page 4. BREAK Chairman Greer called a break from 7:35 P.M. until 7:50 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST TO REZONE .68 ACRE ON THE WEST SIDE OF US 421, NORTH OF ANTOINETTE DRIVE, TO B-2 BUSINESS FROM R- 15 RESIDENTIAL (Z-487) Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing. Planning Director Dexter Hayes reported originally the request NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 981 was to rezone 1.56 acres. At the Planning Board meeting in January, the Board tabled the item due to comments opposing the rezoning. The applicant was directed to consult with adjoining property owners to see if a compromise could be worked out on the total depth of the commercial expansion. A compromise was reached to expand the existing B-2 District an additional 150 feet and leave the remaining portion zoned R-15 Residential. At the Planning Board meeting in February, the revised request was submitted with no public opposition and the Board voted five to one to recommend approval. Director Hayes stated there is a lift station being built on the rear portion of the property. The property is located within the County Floodplain area; therefore, it is classified Conservation on the 1991 Land Use Plan. Chairman Greer inquired as to whether anyone from the general public would like to comment. The following remarks were received: Mr. Bill Saffo, representing the owner, requested to extend the B-2 Business zoning for an additional 150 feet in order to compensate for the lost of road frontage that was needed for the right-of-way to the sewer lift station. Commissioner Sisson commended the Planning Board for urglng the property owners to work together for a compromise. Chairman Greer closed the public hearing. Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Mathews, to approve rezoning of .68 acre located on the west side of US 421, north of Antoinette Drive to B-2 Business from R-15 Residential, as recommended by the Planning Board. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 4 OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA ADOPTED APRIL 7, 1971," is contained in Zoning Book I, Section 4, Page 37. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST TO REZONE .33 ACRE ON THE WEST SIDE OF US 17, 220 FEET SOUTH OF GORDON ROAD, TO B-2 BUSINESS FROM R-15 RESIDENTIAL (Z-490) Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing. Planning Director Dexter Hayes reported the Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of the B-2 Business rezoning. No public comments in opposition were received. This request is for a small extension of the existing B-2 Zoning. Most of the land around the property is commercially developed. The owner stated the property is no longer feasible for residential usage. Chairman Greer inquired as to whether anyone from the general public would like to comment. The following remarks were received: Mr. Peter Saffo, owner of the property, requested rezoning the property to B-2 Business. He owns and operates a business at the corner of Gordon Road and Market Street and would like to expand the business on the property in the future. Chairman Greer closed the public hearing. Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barone, to approve rezoning of .33 acre on the west side of US 17, 220 feet south of Gordon Road, to B-2 Business from R-15 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 982 Residential, as recommended by the Planning Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Upon vote, the A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 6 OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA ADOPTED AUGUST 18, 1971," is contained in Zoning Book I, Section 6, Page 53. Commissioner Sisson expressed concern that although the property is not adjacent to the Howe Creek Watershed area, it is close enough that any development should be watched. He feared that the County may not be informed about development plans that could have a cumulative impact on the watershed. He asked staff to investigate whether the County can be notified of State approved DEM plans. Director Hayes stated frequently plans are tied to the Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan and may be carried over to a permanent retention plan. Assistant County Manager Weaver stated he will contact the State; however, it may take a State regulatory change in order for the County to get copies of the approved plans. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST TO CLARIFY SIGN REQUIREMENTS AND LOCATION LIMITS WITHIN THE SPECIAL HIGHWAY OVERLAY DISTRICT (A- 255) Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing. Planning Director Dexter Hayes reported the voted unanimously to recommend adoption of the text text amendment clarifies the signage allocation and wi thin the SHOD. The amendment is basically correction. Planning Board amendmen t . The location limits a housekeeping Chairman Greer inquired as to whether anyone from the general public would like to comment. No comments were received. Chairman Greer closed the Public Hearing. Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson, to adopt the proposed text amendment which allows ground signs in the SHOD within the 100 foot setback. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER, NORTH CAROLINA, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY ADOPTED OCTOBER 6, 1969," is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXII, Page 4. MEETING CONVENED FROM REGULAR SESSION TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER & SEWER DISTRICT Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barone, to convene from Regular Session to hold a meeting of the New Hanover County Water & Sewer District. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Greer convened from Regular Session at 7:59 P.M. Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barone, to reconvene to Regular Session. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Greer reconvened to Regular Session at 8:03 P.M. ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 BOOK 23 PAGE 983 Request for Extra Territorial Land Use Jurisdiction on the West Bank of the Cape Fear River by the City of Wilmington Chairman Greer reported the County has received a letter from Mayor Don Betz with the City of Wilmington requesting extra territorial land use jurisdiction on the west bank of the Cape Fear River. Consensus: After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for the Chairman to write a letter to the Wilmington City Council stating the County does not desire to grant the jurisdiction to the City. However, the County is willing to work with the City in protecting the property. Commissioner Caster Reports on Meeting with Carolina Beach Town Council Commissioner Caster reported he attended the town meeting at Carolina Beach last week. Mayor Tony Loreti was elected to serve on the WASTEC Commission as the representative from Carolina Beach. Commissioner Caster also reported Carolina Beach Town Council is pleased with the County taking over the operation of the 911 dispatching for Carolina Beach. However, the Town is requesting the County to assume the responsibility as soon as possible. County Manager 0' Neal replied he is working with Sheriff McQueen to determine the number of positions needed to accommodate both the dispatching of 911 calls for the City of Wilmington and Carolina Beach. The Town of Carolina Beach would like the transfer to occur by May 10th, but with the budget process and the number of positions pending, the change will not occur until after July 1, 1994. Commissioner Barone asked the County Manager if he had responded to the letter from Carolina Beach regarding the sewer problems. County Manager 0' Neal responded the Commissioners will recelve copies of his response soon. Commissioner Sisson Reports on Board of Fire Commissioners and Southeastern Center Commissioner Sisson reported the Board of Fire Commissioners will be reviewing the Fire Service District Budget on March 23. He complimented Chairman Gary Rowe for the outstanding work performed by the Fire Commissioners. The recently appointed members have been a great asset to the Board because of their expertise. Commissioner Sisson reported he met with the consultants who are evaluating the fire needs of the industries on US Highway 421 North. The study should be ready soon and will include recommendations concerning county-wide fire service needs. Commissioner Sisson stated the director of the Southeastern Center has resigned. Although no one has been appointed as interim director, the senior staff person is in charge. The area board hopes to appoint a director within the next three to six months. Resolution for Senator John B. Codington Commissioner Caster requested a resolution ln memory of Senator Codington be placed on the next agenda. County Manager O'Neal responded the March 21, 1994 agenda lS completed; however, the resolution can be presented as an additional item. Chairman Greer requested Commissioner Caster to work with the Deputy Clerk on a proposed resolution to be presented as an additional item at the next meeting. e e e ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 14, 1994 PAGE 984 ADJOURNMENT Motion commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster, to adjourn Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Chairman Greer adjourned the meeting at 8 15 P m Sincerely, ~p~ Teresa P Elmore Deputy Clerk to the Board .J