2012-07-23 Regular Meeting NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 32
REGULAR MEETING,JULY 23,2012 PAGE 438
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, July 23, 2012, at
9:00 a.m. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Wilmington,NC.
Members present: Chairman Ted Davis, Jr.: Vice-Chairman Jonathan Barfield, Jr.: Commissioner Jason R.
Thompson:and Commissioner Richard G. Catlin. Commissioner Brian M.Berger arrived at 9:03 a.m.
Staff present: County Manager Chris Coudriet: County Attorney Wanda M. Copley: and Clerk to the Board
Sheila L. Schuh.
NON-SECTARIAN INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Reverend Richard G. Elliott, St. Andrew's On-the-Sound Episcopal Church, provided the invocation and
Vice-Chairman Barfield led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Chairman Davis announced the following:
• The agenda item - Public Hearing and Consideration of Resolution Approving an Installment
Financing Contract and Deed of Trust and Delivery Thereof and Providing for Certain Other
Related Matters was advertised as a public hearing but has been pulled from the agenda.
• Agenda Item 15 - Consideration of Changes to the Aviation Chapter 8 of the New Hanover
County Code has been pulled for further review and will be brought back for Board consideration at
the August 6, 2012 meeting.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Chairman Davis asked if anti- member of the Board would like to remove or discuss anti- item on the
Consent Agenda.
Hearing no comments, Chairman Davis called for a motion to approve the items on the Consent Agenda.
Motion: Commissioner Thompson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Catlin, to approve the Consent
Agenda as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes—Governing Body
The Commissioners approved the minutes from the following meetings as presented by the Clerk to the
Board:
Agenda Review Meeting held on June 28,2012
Regular Meeting held on July 2, 2012
Approval of Nine Items for Accession into Cape Fear Museum's Permanent Collection—Cape Fear Museum
The Commissioners approved nine donations for accession into the Cape Fear Museum's Permanent
Collection.
A complete copy of the Cape Fear Museum Permanent Collection July 2012 list is available for review at
the Cape Fear Museum.
Approval of Items for Deaccession from the Cape Fear Museum's Permanent Collection — Cape Fear
Museum
The Commissioners approved the list of items for deaccession from the Cape Fear Museum's Permanent
Collection.
A complete copy of the Cape Fear Museum Deaccession List for July 2012 is available for review at the
Cape Fear Museum.
Authorization to Submit a Personal Health Services Grant Application—Health Department
The Commissioners authorized the Health Department to submit a Personal Health Sei ices Grant
application to the North Carolina Division of Public Health, Women's and Children's Health, Nutrition Sei ices
Branch in the amount of$60,000 annually for a maximum of$180,000 over three nears. If awarded, the fiords will
be used to continue the Regional Women's, Infants, and Children Lactation Training Center in Perinatal Region V.
No local match is required:the position will be eliminated when grant funding ends.
Authorization to Submit a Grant Application to the Bureau of Justice Assistance—Sheriff's Office
The Commissioners authorized the Sheriffs Office to submit a grant application to the Bureau of Justice
Assistance for the 2012 Bulletproof Vests Grant. General Fund Contingency fiords will be used for the 50%local
match requirement. When the amount of the award is known, a Budget Ordinance Amendment will be brought for
Board consideration.
Authorization to Submit a grant application to the Bureau of Justice Assistance—Sheriff's Office
The Commissioners authorized the Sheriffs Office to submit a 2013 State Criminal Alien Assistance Grant
application to the Bureau of Justice Assistance. If awarded, the fiords will be used for payments for incarcerating
undocumented criminal aliens with at least one felony or two misdemeanor convictions for violations of state or
local law, and incarcerated for at least four consecutive days during the report period. When the amount of the
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award is known, a Budget Ordinance Amendment will be brought for Board consideration. No local match is
required.
Adoption of Budget Ordinance Amendments—Budget Department
The Commissioners adopted the following Budget Ordinance Amendments for fiscal year ending June 30,
2012:
13-002 -Libraiv
13-003 -Librarti-
2013-01 - Sheriffs Office
2013-02 - Sheriffs Office
Copies of the budget ordinance amendments are hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and are
contained in Exhibit Book XXXV,Page 12.1.
REGULAR ITEMS OF BUSINESS
PRESENTATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY RETIREMENT AWARD
County Manager Chris Coudriet requested the following employees to step foiNvard to receive their
retirement awards:
Lariv Brewer—Sheriffs Office—27 Years of Sei ice
Andrea Kelly—Department of Social Sei ices—24 Years of Sei ice
John Hubbard—Enviromnental Management— 18 Years of Sei ice
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Davis presented each person with an award and expressed appreciation
for their nears of sei ice.
PRESENTATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY SERVICE AWARDS
County Manager Chris Coudriet requested the following employees to step forward to receive sei ice
awards:
Five Year: Donna Pleasants-Health Department
Edna Pollock-Department of Social Sei ices
Katliv Stoute-Communit-v Justice Sei ices
Fifteen Year: Joseph Meier-Health Department
Tivent-v Year: James Brown-Sheriffs Office
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Davis presented a sei ice award to each employee, expressed
appreciation,and thanked them for their years of dedicated sei ice.
RECOGNITION OF NEW EMPLOYEES
County Manager Chris Coudriet requested the following new employees to stand and be introduced:
Cviithia Meadows-Finance
Douglas Scholz-Health Department
Joe Suleyman-Environmental Management
Crystal Teachey-Department of Social Sei ices
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Davis welcomed the employees to County Govermnent and wished them
success in their new positions.
INTRODUCTIONS OF NEW ASSISTANT COUNTY MANAGER TIM BURGESS AND FINANCE
DIRECTOR LISA WURTZBACHER
County Manager Chris Coudriet introduced Assistant County Manager Tim Burgess and Finance Director
Lisa Wurtzbacher.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING NEW HANOVER COUNTY MONTFORD POINT
MARINES CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS
Vice-Chairman Barfield presented the request for the Board's consideration to adopt the resolution
recognizing the Montford Point Marines. On June 27, 2012, the U. S. Congress presented the Congressional Gold
Medal of Honor to the Montford Point Marines in Washington,DC.
Vice-Chairman Barfield read the resolution into the record and moved for adoption.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Thompson, to adopt the resolution
recognizing the six Montford Point Marines that are residents of New Hanover County that received the
Congressional Gold Medal of Honor. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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Montford Point Marine Association President Darrell Monroe accompanied by Francis M.Hooper, Jr., Ivan
J. LeBlanc,Arthur Obee, Wilson Thigpen,and James B. Wilson were recognized.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXXV,Page 12.2.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS RECOGNIZING NORTH CAROLINA STATE REPRESENTATIVES
DANIEL F.MCCOMAS AND CAROLYN H.JUSTICE
Chairman Davis presented the request for the Board's consideration to adopt the resolutions recognizing
North Carolina State Representatives Carolyn H. Justice and Daniel F. McComas for their sei ice representing the
citizens of New Hanover Comit-v in the General Assembly.
Chairman Davis read the resolution recognizing Daniel F. McComas into the record and moved for
adoption.
Motion: Chairman Davis MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Catlin, to adopt the resolution recognizing
Daniel F. McComas for his sei ice to the citizens of New Hanover County in the General Assembly. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Davis read the resolution recognizing Carolyn H. Justice into the record and moved for adoption.
Motion: Chairman Davis MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Barfield, to adopt the resolution recognizing
Carolyn H. Justice for her sei ice to the citizens of New Hanover County in the General Assembly. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Copies of the resolutions are hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and are contained in Exhibit
Book XXXV,Page 12.3.
RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES AWARD TO NHCTV
Media Productions Coordinator Mark Boyer reported that at the National Association of Counties Amoral
Conference in Pittsburgh,PA. on July 13, 2012 the staff of NHCTV received an award for a series of public sei ice
armouncements aimed at dispelling the myths of receiving a flu shot. The spot was aired on NHCTV as well as
WELT. Media Production Specialists Eric Peterson and Brett Cottrell produced the wimring segment and were
recognized by the Board for their efforts.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD ANNUAL UPDATE
New Hanover County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Chairman Andy Mills presented the armual
update highlighting the following information:
• The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board consists of eight members and holds open meetings the first
Wednesday- of every month at 8:00 a.m. in Conference Room 500 of New Hanover Comit-v
Govermnent Center. Our purpose is to recommend policies to the department, County Manager, and
the Board of Comit-v Commissioners as well as seine as a liaison for citizens of the county.
• The Parks and Gardens Department division is charged with the responsibility of efficiently
maintaining 31 parks. We manage over 1,300 acres of green space, sporting areas,boat ramps,fishing
areas,public spaces,walking trails and non-park properties.
• The Parks division maintains sporting fields, recreational areas, and public spaces on fifteen area
schools' properties and is committed to providing quality recreational areas for our school system.
• In 2011-2012,the New Hanover County Parks and Gardens division developed and constructed several
county parks using bond approved fiords. Renovations at Arrowhead Park,Parkwood Recreation Area,
Smith Creek Park and Monterey Heights Park were completed and opened with great enthusiasm from
the surrounding community.
• Upcoming Parks Bond projects this year include Wrightsboro Park and Castle Hayne Park.
Components for Wrighstboro include a basketball court, picnic shelter, playground, multi-use field,
multi-use trail and parking.
• We also completed several facility upgrades and improvements as well as performed armual
maintenance of all facilities and fields.
• In 2011, the Parks and Gardens division acquired additional acreage of undeveloped land using fiords
from the 2006 bond referendum. These properties have now entered the design phase. Once
completed,we'll begin applying for additional grants and outside finding based on plarmed usage.
• Castle Hayne Park/Northern Park expansion project - 62 acres was purchased to construct new
recreational areas. In spring of 2012, we received grant fimding of$287,000 from North Carolina
Parks and Recreation Trust Fund to help offset the land purchase. The proposed project includes a
leash-free dog park,picnic and playground areas, senior ball field expansion, lighted fields, disc golf
expansion and walking trails and relocation of the park entrance which currently runs through a
residential neighborhood.
• Smith Creek Nature Center - 85 acres overlooking the existing county owned Smith Creek Park. The
nature center is being proposed to provide educational and recreational activities on the
approximately 180 acres of combined county property.
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In closing, Parks and Recreation Ads-isory- Board members remain committed to ensuring that quality
programs in both indoor and outdoor spaces are available for county citizens and visitors to New Hanover County.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Davis thanked Mr.Mills for the presentation.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRLIE GARDENS FOUNDATION, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ANNUAL UPDATE
New Hanover Count-v Airlie Gardens Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors President Vivian"Zeke- Partin
presented the amrual update highlighting the following:
• Airlie is an historic landmark that encompasses 67 acres.
• The mission is to establish an endowment, receive donations and distribute monies for finding of
capital improvements at Airlie Gardens.
• The board seines in an advisory capacity to the gardens staff and County Commissioners by providing
support for operations,policy, capital improvements,and program development.
• In 2011/2012, revenue from events, gate, rentals, and grants was $624,000 with operational expenses
of$528,000,ending the fiscal year with a positive operating net income of$96,000.
• Enchanted Airlie gate revenues grew 82%,with revenues for this event of$87,000.
• Wedding revenues increased 8%from last year with revenues for this venue at$97,000.
• Endowment Balance at the end of June was approximately$1.7 million.
• Airlie Gardens had over 155,000 visitors during the previous fiscal year from 42 states and 38
countries.
• On May 11, 2012 Airlie gained national attention by celebrating National Public Gardens day with
over 1000 visitors.
• Enchanted Airlie was recognized this year as one of the Top 20 events in the Southeast.
• Airlie has recently launched a new website which has greatly enhanced the gardens nationally and
internationalh.
• Last year,we welcomed over 16,000 New Hanover County residents to tour Airlie during our County
Attraction Days,which offers free admission for all wishing to see the gardens.
• Airlie's Environmental Education program lead more than 7,200 students on visits to Airlie for hands-
on learning without charge.
• Airlie events such as Enchanted Airlie, Summer Concert Series and the Ovster Roast, hosted over
68,000 guests.
In closing, the Airlie Gardens Foundation Board of Directors is committed to ensuring that quality
programs in both indoor and outdoor spaces are available for our citizens and visitors to New Hanover County and
to preset ing this historic treasure and the mission of Airlie Gardens
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Davis thanked Ms. Partin for the update.
CONSIDERATION OF 320 CHESTNUT STREET PROPOSALS AND APPROVAL TO HOLD A WORK
SESSION ON SEPTEMBER 13,2012
Finance Director Lisa Wurtzbacher presented the request for the Board's consideration to provide direction
concerning the building located at 320 Chestnut Street. Staff received proposals from the private sector by the
deadline. These proposals were evaluated to determine if they were viable and less costly than the option of
renovating the building. The following information was presented:
• Sale Leaseback Option:
• Sell 320 Chestnut to developer for$1
• Developer to renovate 320 Chestnut
• Lease 320 Chestnut for 20 nears
• Buy 320 Chestnut from developer at end of lease for$1
• Sale of 320 Chestnut and Build New Building Option:
• Sell 320 Chestnut to developer
• Developer builds new building on County owned property
• County purchases a part of the new building from developer
• Advantages:
• Least costly proposal
• Proximit-v to courthouse
• Disadvantages:
• Count-v loses some control over the renovations
• Smaller square footage
• Legislative restraint
• Legislative restraints to these options:
• Disposal of property: G.S. 160A Article 12
• Property should not be disposed of at less than fair market value
• Both proposals include selling property at less than fair market value
• Property disposal would use sealed bids or an upset bid process
• Competitive bidding process: G.S. 143-129
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• Construction with estimated expenditures greater than$500,000 requires a competitive bidding
process
• A local act could negate both of these obstacle
• Total cost of each proposal:
• Renovations-$13,800,567
• Sale leaseback—$12,660,239
• Sale of 320 Chestnut Street:build new-$16,604,891
• Net amoral cost for each proposals:
• Renovations-$690,028
• Sale leaseback-$593,401
• Sale of 320 Chestnut Street:build new-$873,355
• Property Transfer Option:
• Proposal to trade property at 320 Chestnut Street for 43 acres of land near Smith Creek Park
• Requires demolition of the building at 320 Chestnut
• Approximate cost of demolition$600,000
• Reimbursement of$200,000
• Property is currently zoned R-15 Residential
Chairman Davis requested comments from the Board concerning their desire to move forward with the
renovation or to continue assessing private sector interest and options.
Commissioner Catlin reported that he does not believe the historic tax credit option has been explored
adequately and whether owner financing has been considered and reviewed stating that the Board needs to get all the
facts before moving forward with a decision.
Commissioner Thompson stated that he would like to have a work session on this issue to review all the
options that have been presented as well as other interest/proposals that have not yet been vetted.
Commissioner Berger concurred that a work session would be helpfixl: he requested someone with the
specific expertise on historic tax credits be available.
Vice-Chairman Barfield stated that he does not feel it would be prudent to sell the building when the
County has a current need for the space for County and court-related fimctions with a greater need for space for
court-related fimctions in the vein near fixture.
In response to Board questions, County Manager Chris Coudriet confirmed that four floors of the building
would be occupied on day one following the renovation and cautioned that with the likely changes to the juvenile
age from 16 to 18 as it relates to the justice system, easily all six floors could be filled with just court-related
fimctions.
In response to Board questions concerning the process for obtaining historic designation and tax credits,
Historic Wilmington Foundation Executive Director George Edwards reported the building is eligible for the
national register designation and that either the county or developer can obtain the historic designation. It takes
between nine and rivelve months to obtain historic designation but the developer can begin the project with
designation required to be in place before the Certificate of Occupancy is issued.
Hearing no fixrther comments, Chairman Davis requested direction from the Board.
Motion: Commissioner Catlin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Thompson, to hold a work session on
Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. to hear a presentation on historic designation tax credits and to explore
all options available concerning the building located at 320 Chestnut Street. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A CUSTOM FIRE PUMPER TRUCK, ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION
DECLARING THE OFFICIAL INTENT TO REIMBURSE ITSELF FROM THE PROCEEDS OF DEBT
FOR CERTAIN EXPENDITURES,AND ADOPTION OF BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 13-006
Fire Chief Donnie Hall presented the request for the Board's consideration to approve the purchase of a
Custom Fire Pumper Truck in the amount of$575,972, adoption of the resolution declaring the official intent to
reimburse itself from the proceeds of debt for certain expenditures, and adopt Budget Ordinance Amendment 13-
006.
The adopted FY 12-13 budget includes debt seivice for the purchase of a Custom Fire Pumper via a lease
purchase agreement. The County intends to reimburse itself for the expenditure for the equipment. A resolution is
available for Board's approval as well as Budget Ordinance Amendment 13-006 to record and budget the financing
proceeds.
One lease payment has been budgeted for FY 2013 and the Custom Fire Pumper will be delivered
approximately seven months after the order is placed. The vehicle being replaced will be sold through GovDeals
and the proceeds returned to the Fire Seivices District fiord.
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Chairman Davis requested direction from the Board.
Motion: Chairman Davis MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Catlin, to approve the purchase of a custom
fire pumper tuck in the amount of$575,972, adopt the resolution declaring the official intent to reimburse itself
from the proceeds of debt for certain expenditures, and adopt Budget Ordinance Amendment 13-006 as presented.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution and budget ordinance amendment are hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes
and contained in Exhibit Book XXXV,Page 12.4.
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE REESTABLISHING ZONING AND OTHER LAND USE REGULATIONS
IN THE MONKEY JUNCTION AREA TO BE AS THEY WERE IN EFFECT ON THE DAY PRIOR TO
THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE ANNEXATION ORDINANCE REPEALED BY S.L.2012-3
Planning and Inspections Director Chris O'Keefe presented the request for the Board's consideration to
adopt the ordinance reestablishing the zoning and other land use regulations in the Monkey Junction area to be as
they were in effect on the day prior to the effective date of the annexation ordinance repealed by S.L. 2012-3.
Chairman Davis and Commissioner Catlin worked with the General Assembly to get the changes approved before
the end of the short session.
Session Law 2012-3,House Bill 5 deannexed the Monkey Junction area of New Hanover County. Monkey
Junction had previously been annexed and subsequently been subjugated by the City of Wilmington on March 27,
2012. Wilmington took necessary steps to establish zoning and land use control over the areas they had annexed.
With the passage of SL 2012-3, HB 5, the City's jurisdiction over the Monkey Junction area was repealed and
returned to New Hanover County effective July 1, 2012. The proposed ordinance reestablishes County zoning and
land use control over the area as it was on the day prior to Wilmington's annexation of the area. Passage of this
ordinance will solidify the County's stance on zoning and land use control over the area and achieve the legislative
intent of Session Law 2012-3,HB 5.
Commissioner Catlin read the Ordinance into the record.
Motion: Chairman Davis MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Thompson, to adopt the ordinance
reestablishing the zoning and other land use regulations in the Monkey Junction area to be as they were in effect on
the day prior to the effective date of the annexation ordinance repealed by S.L. 2012-3 as presented. 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
XXXV,Page 12.5.
APPROVAL OF LOWER CAPE FEAR SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES CONSORTIUM AGREEMENT
Planning Manager Shawn Ralston presented the request for the Board's consideration to approve the Lower
Cape Fear Sustainable Communities Consortium Agreement highlighting the following information:
• The consortium was formed in 2010 to support multi jurisdictional planning efforts in Brunswick,New
Hanover, and Pender Counties that integrate housing, land use, economic and worldorce development,
transportation,and infrastructure investments.
• Memorandum of Understanding was approved by the Board in July 2011
• Cape Fear Council of Governments received the grant in November 2011
• The agreement includes the following:
• Collaboration at a regional level
• 70%of the costs earmarked for stakeholder involvement and public engagement
• Identification of major strengths and weaknesses of the region
• Data accumulation
• Creation of strategies and opportunities to address identified issues
• No County cash contribution:four hours per month of staff time equating to$26,764 of in-kind
match over the period of the Agreement.
• Will not usurp other political processes or include any mandates from the Federal govermnent
• Local collaborative process
• CAMA Plan/Comprehensive Plan
• Will assist staff with the alignment of the County's Strategic Plan
• In order to complete the work outlined in the project scope, a Consortium Agreement must be signed
by each of the eleven members to ensure effective function of the participating entities.
Ms. Ralston introduced Al Sharp who was recently hired by the Cape Fear Council of Governments to
seine as Project Director. Mr. Sharp provided a brief history of his professional career and the need to work
collaboratively as a region on planning and economic development.
In response to Board questions concerning any relation to the proposed Agreement and the United Nations
Agenda 21 plan related to sustainable development, Ms. Ralston confirmed that there is no relationship between the
two. The Cape Fear Council of Governments adopted a resolution affirming that there is no relationship between
the two agreements only the commonality of using``sustainable- in both.
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In response to Board questions, Ms. Ralston reported that the Agreement requires armual updates to the
Board but more frequent updates can be provided at the Board's request. The County can withdraw from the
Agreement at any time by a simple majority vote. Pender and Brunswick Counties are part of the regional concept:
Onslow and Columbus Counties are not.
Chairman Davis requested direction from the Board.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Thompson, to approve the request to
enter into an agreement with the Lower Cape Fear Sustainable Communities Consortium as presented. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED 4 TO 1. Commissioner Berger voted in opposition.
A copy of the agreement is available for review in the Legal Department.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Appointment to the Cape Fear Museum Advisory Board
Chairman Davis reported that one vacancy of an unexpired term exists on the Cape Fear Museum Advisory
Board with four applications available for the Board's consideration.
Chairman Davis nominated Nancy Ballard Cox for reappointment. The nomination was seconded by
Commissioner Catlin.
Hearing no firrther nominations, Chairman Davis called for a vote on the nomination.
Vote: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to appoint Nancy Ballard Cox to seine the unexpired term on the Cape
Fear Museum Advisory Board with the term to expire on June 30,2014.
Appointments to the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee
Chairman Davis reported that vacancies exist on the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee
with two applications available for the Board's consideration.
Chairman Davis nominated Lillie Cherelus and David Jenldiis for appointment. The nomination was
seconded by Vice-Chairman Barfield.
Hearing no firrther nominations, Chairman Davis called for a vote on the nominations.
Vote Results: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to appoint Lillie Cherelus and David Jenldiis to seine one-year
terms on the Adult Care Home Community Advismy Committee with the terms to expire on July 31, 2013.
Appointment to the Board of Health
Chairman Davis reported that one vacancy exists on the Board of Health in the Pharmacist category with
one application available for the Board's consideration.
Chairman Davis nominated Kim Thrasher for appointment. The nomination was seconded by
Commissioner Catlin.
Hearing no firrther nominations, Chairman Davis called for a vote on the nomination.
Vote Results: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to appoint Kim Thrasher to seine a three-year term on the Board
of Health with the term to expire on December 15,2015.
Appointment to the Cooperative Extension Advisory Council
Chairman Davis reported that one vacancy exists on the Cooperative Extension Advismy Council with one
application available for the Board's consideration.
Chairman Davis nominated Ireland S. Upchurch for appointment. The nomination was seconded by
Commissioner Berger.
Hearing no firrther nominations, Chairman Davis called for a vote on the nominations.
Vote Results: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to appoint Ireland S. Upchurch to the Cooperative Extension
Advisory Council with the term to expire on May 31, 2015.
Appointments to the Inspections Department Advisory Council
Chairman Davis reported that four vacancies exists on the Inspections Department Advisory Council one
applicant eligible for reappointment and four applications available for consideration and requested direction from
the Board.
Chairman Davis nominated David F. Michael for reappointment in the Commercial Builder category. The
nomination was seconded by Vice-Chairman Barfield.
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Vote Results: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to reappoint David F. Michael to seine a three-year term on the
Inspections Department Advisory Council in the Commercial Builder category with the term to expire on July 31,
2015.
Chairman Davis nominated Stephen Beacham in the Mechanical Contractor category for appointment. The
nomination was seconded by Vice-Chairman Barfield.
Vote Results: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to appoint Stephen Beacham to seine a three-year term on the
Inspections Department Advismy Council in the Mechanical Contractor category with the term to expire on July 31,
2015.
Chairman Davis nominated Randall Siegel in the Plumbing Contractor category for appointment. The
nomination was seconded by Commissioner Catlin.
Vote Results: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to appoint Randall Siegel to seine a three-year term on the
Inspections Department Advisory Council in the Plumbing Contractor category with the term to expire on July 31,
2015.
Chairman Davis nominated Anthony T. Dombrowski, III in the Engineer category for appointment. The
nomination was seconded by Vice-Chairman Barfield.
Vote Results: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to appoint Anthony T. Dombrowski, III to seine a three-year
term on the Inspections Department Advisory Council in the Engineer category with the term to expire on July 31,
2015.
Appointments to the Planning Board
Chairman Davis reported that three vacancies exist on the Planning Board with one applicant eligible for
reappointment and thirteen applications available for Board consideration and requested direction from the Board.
Chairman Davis nominated Richard M. Collier for reappointment. The nomination was seconded by Vice-
Chairman Barfield.
Vote Results: The Board voted UNANIMOUSLY to reappoint Richard M. Collier to seine a three-year term on the
Planning Board with the term to expire on July 31, 2015.
Vice-Chairman Barfield nominated Kemp Burdette for appointment. The nomination was seconded by
Commissioner Berger.
Chairman Davis nominated Lisa Mesler for appointment. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner
Catlin.
Commissioner Thompson nominated Andrew Koeppel for appointment. The nomination was seconded by
Commissioner Berger.
Commissioner Catlin nominated Jeffrev M. Baker. No second was received.
Chairman Davis nominated Dana A. Luthern. No second was received.
Vice-Chairman Barfield nominated Mark T. Imperial. No second was received.
Commissioner Catlin nominated David F. Weaver. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner
Thompson.
Hearing no further nominations, Chairman Davis called for a vote on the nominations.
Vote: Kemp Burdette received two votes: Vice-Chairman Barfield and Commissioner Berger.
Vote: Andrew Koeppel received two votes: Commissioners Thompson and Berger.
Vote: Lisa Mesler received three votes: Chairman Davis,Vice-Chairman Barfield,and Commissioner Catlin.
Vote: David F. Weaver received three votes: Chairman Davis and Commissioners Thompson and Catlin.
Vote Results: By majority, the Board voted to appoint Lisa Mesler to seine a three-year term on the Planning Board
with the term to expire on July 31,2015.
Vote Results: By majority, the Board voted to appoint David F. Weaver to seine a three-year term on the Planning
Board with the term to expire on July 31,2015.
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Appointment to the Southeastern Economic Development Commission
Chairman Davis reported that one vacancy of an unexpired term exists on the Southeastern Economic
Development Commission in the Economic Development Community category with three applications available for
consideration and requested nominations from the Board.
Commissioner Thompson nominated Nino Saviano. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner
Berger.
Vice-Chairman Barfield nominated John I-von. No second was received.
Chairman Davis nominated Robert S.Bridgers, Jr. The nomination was seconded by Commissioner Catlin.
Hearing no further nominations, Chairman Davis called for a vote on the nominations.
Vote: Robert S. Bridgers,Jr.received two votes: Chairman Davis and Commissioner Catlin.
Vote: Nino Saviano received three votes: Vice-Chairman Barfield and Commissioners Thompson and Berger.
Vote Results: By majority, the Board voted to appoint Nino Saviano to seine an unexpired term on the
Southeastern Economic Development Commission in the Economic Development Community category with the
term to end on April 30,2013.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Davis announced that time has been reserved to allow the public to present an item that was not
listed on the regular agenda.
Jim Teachey, Hampen Land, LLC, voiced his concern on the tax values that were assigned during the
recent revaluation process stating that the fair market values assigned are incorrect. He stated that he will be
appealing the value assigned to his property to the State Board.
ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEM OF BUSINESS
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN A LETTER TO BE SENT TO NCDOT
CONCERNING CURRENT AND FUTURE TRAFFIC ISSUES IN THE PORTER'S NECK AREA AND
ALONG THE HIGHWAY 17 SUPERSTREET
Chairman Davis presented for the Board's consideration the draft letter addressed to NCDOT requesting
that they partner with the County on planning solutions to address current and future traffic issues in the Porter's
Neck area and along the Highway 17 Superstreet and that the study includes community input.
Chairman Davis requested direction from the Board.
MOTION: Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED bi- Commissioner Catlin, to authorize the Chairman to
sign the proposed letter to NCDOT requesting that they partner with the County on solutions addressing traffic and
safety issues in the Porter's Neck area and that a study of the issues include community and stakeholder input as
presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the letter is available for review in the County Clerk's office.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Davis adjourned the meeting at 11:41 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sheila L. Schult
Clerk to the Board
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