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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 2008 10-06AGENDA NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Assembly Room, New Hanover County Historic Courthouse 24 North Third Street, Room 301 Wilmington, NC ROBERT G. GREER, CHAIRMAN • WILLIAM A. CASTER, VICE-CHAIRMAN TED DAMS, JR., COMMISSIONER • WILLIAM A. KOPP, COMMISSIONER • NANCY H. PRITCHETT, COMMISSIONER BRUCE T. SHELL, COUNTY MANAGER • WANDA COPLEY, COUNTY ATTORNEY ~ SHEILA SCHULT, CLERK TO THE BOARD 6:00 P.M. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER (Chairman Robert G. Greer) INVOCATION (Mike Queen, Pastor, First Baptist Church) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Vice-Chairman William A. Caster) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS 1. Approval of Minutes 2. Approval to Transfer Membership of John Charles Stevens from the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee to the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee 3. Approval of Contract with Marlowe and Company 4. Donation of Surplus Van to Communities in Schools 5. Approval of New Hanover County Board of Education Capital Outlay Amendment #3 to Record Carryover of Capital Outlay Project Balances 6. Adoption of Ordinances for Budget Amendments ESTIMATED RE LAR A ENDA ITEM F B INE TIMES GU G S 0 US SS 6:10 p.m. 7. Consideration of Proclamation to Recognize October 2008 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in New Hanover County 6:15 p.m. 8. Consideration of Proclamation to Recognize October 5-11, 2008 as "Fire Prevention Week" in New Hanover County 6:25 p.m. 9. Public Hearing FY 2009 Rural Operating Assistance Program 6:35 p.m. 10. Public Hearing Text Amendment (A-374, 8/08) - Request by Staff to Amend Section 67-9 of the Zoning Ordinance to Discourage Clear-Cutting of Land 6:55 p.m. 11. Presentation of Low Impact Development (LID) Project Encouraging Additional Tools to Manage Stormwater Runoff and Protect Water Quality and Adoption of Resolution Encouraging the Use of LID Techniques NON-AGENDA ITEMS (limit three minutes) ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS OF BUSINESS 7:20 p.m. 12. Consideration of a Proclamation to Terminate the State of Emergency Proclaimed on September 4, 2008 7:25 p.m. 13. Additional Items Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 County Manager County Commissioners Clerk to the B oard County Attorney 7:35 p.m. 14. ADJOURN Note: Times listed for each item are estimated, and if a preceding item takes less time, the Board will move forward until the agenda is completed. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 CONSENT ITEM: 1 DEPARTMENT: Governing Body PRESENTER(S): Chairman Greer CONTACT(S): Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes BRIEF SUMMARY: Approve minutes from the following meetings: Agenda Review meeting held on September 18, 2008 Regular Session meeting held on September 22, 2008 Additional meeting of the Water and Sewer District held on September 22, 2008 Joint meeting with the New Hanover Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees held on September 25, 2008 RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Approve minutes. COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 1-0 This page intentionally left blank. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 CONSENT ITEM: 2 DEPARTMENT: Governing Body PRESENTER(S): Sheila Schult CONTACT(S): Sheila Schult SUBJECT: Approval to Transfer Membership of John Charles Stevens from the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee to the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee BRIEF SUMMARY: John Charles Stevens was appointed to the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee on August 18, 2008. As a nursing instructor at Cape Fear Community College, he has begun making periodic visits to nursing homes with his student nurses. To avoid any type of conflict of interest between the two responsibilities, he has agreed to transfer from the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee to the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee. His initial term will remain the same, expiring August 31, 2009. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Approve the transfer of membership from the Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee to the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee. ATTACHMENTS: J C Stevens application COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 2-0 Jul 11 D8 01:35p John Stevens ~1ew Hanover Coaoty Board of Commissioners 9102214$64 p.1 Z~~ Goverpmc~rst Cantor Drive CIIMMITTEE APPLICATION sQ~rae 1Ts Wilmx<-gtoa, NC 284Q3 Telsphaae, {9f0~ 798-7144 Fax: 44~~~ ~~a-~ias BaardfCoe'mittee: Nursing Ho®e Co»unity Advisory Cotaaittee Name: J4~ Charles Stevens Hone Address: 3812 Rest Hishap Court Wilmington 28412 (5treetj (City) (Zip Cale) Mailing Address it different; E-Mail Address: ~ a tevens~ cfcc . edn Home Phone: 399-7570 Fax: 399-7570 Cell: 964-8221 Business: 392-7970 Years Living in New Hanauer Count~•: 14 1Rale: ' female: ire; Caucasian ~~~: 58 (/alarm otiron for the pure•se of rrasnrir~ w nose section of t1~e cam mrraity) Employer: cape Fear Comatunity college (A penal ca rrapNy employed br the o=easy or deparhoeat for which this epplicstiaa ee made, ~rw~t resifa hh11-er pcsitioa with Nn. Baoayer C attnfy upon sppaieleiwt, itleccordeaee ~ritb ArtickV[, Seetica4 otihe NeM Ha4oveYCeanty ~reonnct Pelicy.~ Nursing Inetru~tor Docupafion: Professional Activities: Regiatere~d Nurse ~ Item writer National Council of State Board of Nursing voZ~mteer Activities: lmerica~ heart Assaeiation Why do you wish to serve on this baardtc~m,arltte~? Contribute at local Ievel Caaflks oP MhreMr ~ a bad member believes Re t she has a carrllict ar pofegtlel canRlct olia~erest are a perticular;asne, ehet member should sgre this belre~to pie other members at Afa 1 her respecrrve board drrrirrp a puDiic m estir~. The member ahet-Id elate fhe netw~e o/ rhd cor~Rict, detarllaQ that he/she has a aepente, prrvata ar m arrofary Irrre~roel, eltherdrrecr yr iridirvcr, In Me r'seue under conalderatlan, T11e nrernber should Men excuse hirnseCr! trerserf from vorin~ an the marler, Whet areas of concern would you lYke to see addressed by this eammittee? ~ualifreations foe` saving: 5 Yearn exp. Nurse Educator, 12 yrs exp registered nurse, 5 years exp teaching geriatric nursing 13t`er municipal or county baardslcommittees on which you are serving: n°ne ~i~t #hree lace! personal rtferences and phone au®bers: ~ u ~ ~ ~ 2ao~ 1. Regina McBarmn 262-7Q76 Z. Deborah Brasic 2D0-6984 ~I£W NAN~V~R CO, ran nr rn„~.~r,..,,.,,-~ 3, Carolyn McCormick 619-7674 ~ ~ ) Datt: duly 11 ~ 2408 Applieetior~t are kept on fik for if srosthb ~~ Signature Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 2.-1-1 Use rrvcrse side for additions/ toenmeata NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 CONSENT ITEM: 3 DEPARTMENT: County Manager PRESENTER(S): Dave Weaver CONTACT(S): Dave Weaver SUBJECT: Approval of Contract with Marlowe and Company BRIEF SUMMARY: The attached letter and scope of work outlines the services that Marlowe and Company has provided the County for the past year and the services it would continue to provide for a fee of $50,400 per year. This is an increase from the present contract of $48,000 per year. The services provided by Marlowe and Company in the past have been very helpful to the County in obtaining funding for such projects as beach re- nourishment. This contract will be funded from the Beach Nourishment portion of the Room Occupancy Tax Fund. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Recommend approval. ATTACHMENTS: Marlowe & Company COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: The item was removed. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 3-0 ~averr~ment Affairs Cosul~ants 1~las~ir~~tar~, D~ September 1b, 2008 The Honorable Robert Greer Chairman New Hanover County Board o~ Commissioners 3 20 Chestnut Street, Room 3 0 5 Wilmington, NC 28401 Mr. Bruce Shell County Manager, New Hanover County 2 3 o Government Center Drive, Suite 19 5 Wilmington, NC 2 8 403 Dear Chairman Caster and Mr. Shell; Thank you very much for the opportunity to continue to represent New Hanover County in Washington, D.C. over the past year. It has been our pleasure to help the County address its shoreline protection et~orts by arranging for federal funding for Corps o~ Engineers projects in the County. This letter reviews our accomplishments for the County over the past year and also serves as a proposal to continue our work for the coming year. As you know, for FY'o9 Marlowe & Company submitted dour requests to the County's congressional delegation on your behalf, including the 421N Corridor Water, Carolina Beach reauthorization study, Carolina and Kure Beach shore protection project, and the Wrightsville Beach shore protection project. Fortunately, New Hanover's request for Wrightsville Beach received $300,000 in the Senate bill to cover the federal share o~ the Plans and Specs work that the Carps o~ Engineers will do in preparation for its 2010 renourishment. Cln~ortunately, the House and Senate bills did not include funding for the Plans ~. Specs work on Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, which is also on schedule to be renourished in 2010. Based on our conversations with the Appropriations Committee and the Corps, we have determined that funding was prioritized elsewhere because the Wilmington District still has $1 ~~~~' ~ ~r~et, ~~V ui~~e ~~ ~ashir~,~€~r~~ p~ ~ ~~~ ~7~-7 ~~ ~~~ 77~-~~4 -rr~~ilt r~~rlawo~~~rl~~~r~.~r~m ^ ~wu~,~~~~a~uoc~,com A Limited Liability Company Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 3-1-1 million remaining from the FYo6 Emergency Supplemental for Carolina Beach. The District used those funds for Plans & Specs during the recovery from Hurricane Ophelia and may be able to use them again in FYo9. ~Ve are currently working with your congressional delegation to get authorization firom Corps Headquarters to access that funding source. The County also requested $300,000 to be used for a Corps project review study of the Carolina Beach project which would authorize it for another 50 years. The Appropriations Committees did not provide the funding in FYo9 because, a) the current project authorization does not expire until 2014, and b) the review study will take approximately two years complete. Nonetheless, by making a request For funding this year it lays the groundwork for future requests. The County also submitted a request for $1 million for the CIS Route 421 North Corridor water improvements project. The funding was requested through the EPA's State ~. Tribal Assistance Grant program which is funded through the FYo9 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill. Although the House did not provide funding in its bill, the Senate has yet to act on this bill. Due to election year politics the pace of legislation in V~ashington has slowed significantly. In a perfect world, Congress should have completed all 13 appropriations bills before the end of the current fiscal year on September 30, 2008. If the bills are not finished, Congress works through October and sometimes into November and December to complete all of its work before adjourning for the remainder of the calendar year. However, because 2008 is a presidential election year, work 0n the FYo9 bills may not be completed until March 2009 because Congress may wait until the next President is in office. Ironically, we may be submitting the County's FY2o10 requests before the FYo9 bills are even finished. We will remain in close contact with the County regarding future appropriations developments and how they may impact the County's requests. Finally, next year Congress will begin work on the Transportation Reauthorization bill, which provides guaranteed federal funding for a wide variety of transportation and transit related projects. VVe will work with the County to identify two projects that are important to the County and seek support for them from your congressional delegation. eve propose an agreement between the County of New Hanover and Marlowe & Company beginning January 1, 2009 and ending December 31, 2009. We will provide lobbying and other government affairs consulting services to the County related to the projects that are under the jurisdiction of the Army Corps of Engineers, wafter infrastructure development along the Route 421 Corridor, and any other issues identified by the County and agreed to by Marlowe ~. Company. we propose a modest fee increase to $ 50,400 annually. The modest increase in our retainer reflects the greater cost of representing the County before an increasingly restrictive and busy Congress, as well as what we expect to be a very busy 2009 advocating for funding and authorization for 2 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 3-1-3 your projects before Congress and the Corps. There is no charge for any administrative support work done by other members of our sta~~. As in the past, we will invoice the County monthly and provide monthly written updates on our activities. Once again, thank you very much for the opportunity to represent the County o~ New Hanover. Sincerely, Steve Dye Principal cc: Dave V~eaver Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 3-1-5 Services Agreement This agreement, made on 2008, shall be the complete and binding agreement between The County o~ New Hanover,l~lorth Carolina County) and Marlowe ~. Company, a government a~~airs consulting and lobbying firm located ax 1667 K Street NW in Washington, D.C. Background The County, for the purpose o~ retaining professional assistance in investigating and exploring federal funding opportunities, has requested the services o~ Marlowe ~. Company. The County and Marlowe & Company wish to set forth herein the terms and conditions under which the services shall be rendered by Marlowe ~. Company. In consideration o~ the foregoing end o~ the mutual agreements set forth below, the parties agree as follows: Terms 1. The County will pay Marlowe ~. Company's $4,200 a month for each o~ the months in calendar year 2009 for services performed by Marlowe ~. Company to secure funding for the federal shore protection projects; the water infrastructure construction along Route 421; and any other issues identified by the County and agreed to by Marlowe ~. Company. 2. The fee and services described in Paragraph #1 includes up to two visits by Marlowe & Company stag to the County, but does not include payment For the time and expense a~ any additional out-off-town travel Marlowe ~. Company may incur at the request o~ the County. 3 . The services described in Paragraph # 1, above, shall be performed at the direction and to the satisfaction o~ the County. 4. Marlowe ~ Company shall account each month to the County for the time it has spent in performance o~ the services described in Paragraph #1 and shall maintain continual contact with a representative 0~ the County by telephone, fax, mail, and/or e-mail to inform said representative o~ developments regarding the Project and respond to said representatives comments and questions in a prompt and appropriate manner. 5. Either party may terminate this contract without cause on thirty (30} days' written notice. This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding o~ the County and Marlowe ~. Company with respect to the matters covered herein, and may only be modified by written instrument signed by both parties. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 3-1-7 IN V~ITNESS VVHER~tJF, the parties hereto, intending to be legally bound, have caused this Agreement to be executed on the day and year written above. For Marlowe ~. Company: Name: Howard Marlowe Title: President Name: Steve Dye V~itness For the County o~ New Hanover, North Carolina: Name: Title: Name: V~itness Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 3-1-9 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 CONSENT ITEM: 4 DEPARTMENT: Sheriff PRESENTER(S): Sheriff Causey CONTACT(S): Avril Pinder SUBJECT: Donation of Surplus Van to Communities in Schools BRIEF SUMMARY: The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office desires to donate a van that has become surplus to its operations to Communities in Schools, anon-profit organization serving at-risk and suspended youth since 2001. The van has been replaced with a new van. The van will be used by the Communities in Schools in their Educational Alternatives for Suspended Youth Program. The van is a 2002 Ford E-350, VIN # 1FTSE34F42HA59535 with 215,101 miles with a fair market value of $2,500. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Adopt resolution to donate the van to Communities in Schools and authorize County staff to process any required documents to complete the transaction. ATTACHMENTS: Communities in Schools resolution COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 4-0 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RESOLUTION TO DONATE A SURPLUS VAN TO COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Sheriff's Office desires to donate a van to the Communities in Schools program; Communities inSchools is anon-profit organization that has served at-risk and suspended youth since 2001; and WHEREAS, the van has become surplus to the Sheriff's Office operation; and WHEREAS, the van is a 2002 Ford E-350, VIN # 1FTSE34F42HA59535whh 215,101 miles with a fair market value of $2,500; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office is requesting approval to donate the vehicle to Communities in Schools pursuant to General Statute 160A-279. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that the 2002 Ford E-350 Van, VIN # 1FTSE34F42HA59535 be donatedtoCommunities inSchools for use in their Educational Alternatives for Suspended Youth Program and that County staff is directed to process any required documents to complete the transaction. ADOPTED this the 6th day of October, 2008. NE~U HANOVER COUNTY Robert G. Greer, Chairman ATTEST: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 4-1-1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 CONSENT ITEM: 5 DEPARTMENT: Budget PRESENTER(S): Cam Griffin CONTACT(S): Cam Griffin SUBJECT: Approval of New Hanover County Board of Education Capital Outlay Amendment #3 to Record Carryover of Capital Outlay Project Balances BRIEF SUMMARY: On September 2 the New Hanover County Board of Education approved Budget Amendment # 3 in the NHC School's Capital Outlay Fund. The Budget Amendment budgets the balance of projects that were budgeted but not completed in FY07-08 into FY08-09. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Approve New Hanover County Board of Education Capital Outlay Amendment #3. ATTACHMENTS: NHC BOA BA3 COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 5-0 APPENDIX D NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION Finance September 2, 2008 Subject, 200812009 Budget Amendments Staff Members}Present: Chief Financial officer Fiscal Implications: $ 5,235,82234 Stale Budget Amendment #2 $ 1,097,941.00 General Fund Amendment # 3 $ 86,474,592.29 Capital Outlay Amendment # 3 Recommendation; Approval -September 2, 2008 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 5-1-1 Budget Amendment #3 New Hanover County Administrative Unit Capital Outlay Fund The New Hanover County Board of Education at a meeting on the 2nd day of September 2008, passed the following resolution, Be it resolved that the following amendments be made to the Budget Resolution for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. Code Number Description of Code Increase (Decrease) Uariaus See Attached Revenue. Various See Attached Explanation: See attached Total Appropriation in Current Budget $ - Amount of IncreaselDecrease of above Amendment 66,474,59229 Total Appropriation in Current Amended Budget ~ 66,474,592.29 /1~ P s e b ma ont vote of the Board of Education of New Hanover Count on the c~ da of asd y ~ y y y . , 20 D~ , Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 5-1-3 Capital Outlay Amendment #3 To record carryover of Capital Qutlay Project Balances State Public School ADM Fund: 9017 Snipes Replacement 4,892,652..73 9070 Electrical Upgrades 81,090.00 9075 ParkinglGrounds Repairs 125,748.85 9078 Structural Repairs 95,229.00 9086 Heat Pump Replacement 9,066.98 9095 HVAC Projects 158,262.50 State Public School Lottery Fund: 8100 Transfer to NHC for Debt Payment 500,000.00 9017 Snipes Replacement 2,617,100.00 9049 WindawlDaor Replacements 9,277.87 9057 Gym Floor Replacement 25,576.02 9059 Stage Repairs 44,860.66 9069 CATV Electrical Upgrades 149,083.00 9070 Electrical Upgrades 123,916.64 9078 Structural Repairs 72,604.56 9094 Hoggard Band Raom Renovations 43,358.00 DPI School Bus Purchase: 6550 Transportation -Bus Lease 391,762.40 State Cooperative Innovative Grant -PLC: 6401 PLC Technology 11.0,000.00 Fund Balance Appropriation: 8500 Capita! Outlay Contingency 39,809.59 9092 Roland Grise UST Remdiation 52,244.15 9007 Anderson Elementary 27,653.85 9065 UST Removal & Remediation 28,025.58 6550 Vehicle Purchase 3,635.79 9001 ~ Furniture & Equipment 46.06 9003 Computer Replacments 2,440.29 9004 Printers 3,412.38 9006 Painting Projects 1,406.08 9008 Networking Projects 3,622.10 9058 Traffic Improvements 522,408.65 6550 Transportation -Vehicles 3,327.84 9001 Furniture & Equipment 684.00 9003 Computer Replacments 320.78 9020 Sunset Park Renovation 80,000.00 9060 Asbestos Remediation 1,010.50 9073 Hoggard Carpentry Renovations 93,192.50 9079 Science Lab Upgrades 64,551.32 9080 RG Window Replacement 34,924.00 9082 Auditorium Seating 22,916.50 9086 Heat Pump Replacement 1,278.10 Capital Outlay -Page 1 5, 362, 050.06 3,585,776.75 391,162.40 110, 000.00 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 5-1-5 9094 Hoggard Band Raom Renovations 4,770.17 9097 Snipes Replacement 388,833.93 5110 Instructional Furniture & Equipment 41,873.98 6110 Support Furniture & Equipment 175.00 6200 Special Education Support F & E 477.61 6401 Technology Projects 209,538.78 6550 Vehicle Purchase 208,354.97 6580 Maintenance Projects 118,706.56 6850 Student ID Equipment 27,000.00 6950 TV Studio Equipment 881.71 9006 Painting Pro}ects 193,083.02 9049 WindowlDoor Replacements 61,840.21 9050 Minor Repairs/Renovations 56,650.00 9051 PA Systems Replacements X8,709.78 9054 Carpet Replacements 60,094.74 9060 Asbestos Remediation ~ 15,299.00 9061 Mold Remediation & Repairs 111,720:00 9065 UST Removal &Remediation 12,360.00 9069 CATV Electrical Upgrades 15,450.00 9070 Electrical Upgrades 320,541.90 9071 CBRG Server Room Expansion 64,998.71 9075 ParkinglGrounds Repairs 371,555. ~ 7 9078 Structural Repairs 158,051.53 9079 Science Lab Upgrades 117,115.00 9083 Unforeseen Repairs and Renovations 49,346.65 9086 Heat Pump Replacement 692,438.00 9087 Mobile Unit Relocations & Replacement 25,327.69 9089 NHHS Field House 35,534.21 9094 Hoggard Band Raom Renovations 22,899.00 9095 HVAC Projects 134,486.10 9098 Sewer Line Repairs 25,750.00 2045 County Bond; 8500 Bond Contingency 1,000,000.00 9010 Land Acquisition & Site Infrastructure 1,480,945.86 9011 Elementary School E 13,463,861.43 9012 Middle School BB 21,437,739.97 9013 Carolina Beach Renovation 135,806.28 9014 Carolina Beach Renovation 21,393.63 9015 Forest Hills Renovation 806,691.53 9016 Winter Park Renovation 5,830,500.78 9017 Snipes Replacement 8,796,910.95 9018 Wrightsboro Renovation 570,473.41 9019 Gregory Renovation 9,196,095.fi8 9020 Sunset Park Renovation 5,388,10x.99 9023 Spencer Complex Roaf Replacement 645,200.00 9x28 Bond Technology Projects 2,211,826.45 9029 2005 Bond Program Management 1,848,622.58 Capital Outlay -Page 2 4, 590, 833.48 72,434,169.6Q 86,474,592.29 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 5-1-7 Revenue Codes: 4 41 ~ 0 0 County Appropriation - 4 4910 0 Fund Balance (4,590,833.48} 4 4810 820 2005 Bond (72,434,169.60} 4 3400 74 PSBCF -ADM (5,362,050.06) 4 3460 76 PSBCF -Lottery (3,585,776.75} 4 3490 120 DP1 Schao! Bus Purchase (391,762.40} 4 3200 446 State Cooperative Innov Grant (110,000.00} (86,474,592.29} Capital Qutlay -Page 3 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 5-1-9 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 CONSENT ITEM: 6 DEPARTMENT: Budget PRESENTER(S): Cam Griffin CONTACT(S): Cam Griffin SUBJECT: Adoption of Ordinances for Budget Amendments BRIEF SUMMARY: The following budget amendments amend the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. 09-035 - Health Department 09-039 - Health Department 09-040 - Health Department 09-041 - Health Department 09-037 - Board of Elections 09-045 - Commissioners 2009-14 -Finance Department RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Adoption of ordinances for the budget amendments listed in the summary above. ATTACHMENTS: B/A 09-035 B/A 09-039 B/A 09-040 B/A 09-041 B/A 09-037 BlA 09-045 B/A 2009-14 COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-0 AGENDA: October 6, 2008 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 09-035 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment 09-035 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment: Fund: General Fund Department: Health-Good Shepherd Program Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Salaries $6,000 Contract Services 3,500 Su lies 7,359 Em to ee Reimbursement 800 Total $17,659 Revenue: Decrease Increase Good She herd Grant $17,659 Total $17,659 Section 2: Explanation To rollover unexpended grant funds from FY 07-08 to FY 08-09. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption: This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment 09-035, amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009, is adopted. Adopted, this day of , 2008. (SEAL) ATTEST: Robert G. Greer, Chairman Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-1-1 AGENDA: October 6, 2008 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 09-039 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment 09-039 fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. Commissioners of New Hanover County, North be made to the annual budget ordinance for the Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment: Fund: General Fund Department: Health Department/Safe Kids Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Health/Safe Kids: Su lies $1,000 Total $1,000 Revenue: Decrease Increase Health/SafeKids: Safe Kids - Walk to School Da Grant $1,000 Total $1,000 Section 2: Explanation The International Walk to School Day (October 8, 2008) will be held at Bradley Creek Elementary School. Volunteers will escort children to school, lead classroom/school assembly activities, and walk home with students while reinforcing the safety messages. T-shirts, safety items, and information will be provided. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption: This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment 09-039, amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009, is adopted. Adopted, this day of , 2008. (SEAL) ATTEST: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Robert G. Greer, Chairman Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-2-1 AGENDA: October 6, 2008 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 09-040 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment 09-040 fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. Commissioners of New Hanover County, North be made to the annual budget ordinance for the Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment: Fund: General Fund Department: Health Department/Safe Kids Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Health/Safe Kids: Su lies $1,000 Total $1,000 Revenue: Decrease Increase Health/Safe Kids: Safe Kids/Railwa Crossin Grant $1,000 Total $1,000 Section 2: Explanation Funds will be used to buy promotional materials and incentives (give-aways) to raise awareness of safety at railroad crossings during Safe Crossing week. The Railway Safe Crossing program will link railroad safety language with science and physical education in the elementary school curriculum. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption: This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment 09-040, amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009, is adopted. Adopted, this day of , 2008. (SEAL) ATTEST: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Robert G. Greer, Chairman Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-3-1 AGENDA: October 6, 2008 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 09-041 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment 09-041 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment: Fund: General Fund Department: Health Department/Safe Kids Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Health/Safe Kids: Su lies $3,500 Total $3,500 Revenue: Decrease Increase Health/Safe Kids: Safe Kids Grant $3,500 Total $3,500 Section 2: Explanation Funds will be used to purchase car seats, food, and supplies for Injury Prevention Workshops. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption: This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment 09-041, amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009, is adopted. Adopted, this day of , 2008. (SEAL) ATTEST: Robert G. Greer, Chairman Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-4-1 AGENDA: October 6, 2008 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 09-037 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment 09-037 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment: Fund: General Fund Department: Board of Elections Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Board of Elections: Tem ora Salaries $39,350 Contract Services 56,600 Su lies - Com uter & Other 9,972 Su lies 49,425 Total $155,347 Revenue: Decrease Increase Board of Elections: 0 eratin Grants -State HAVA Grant Funds $155,347 Total $155,347 Section 2: Explanation To accept and budget a grant award from NC State Board of Elections of $155,347 in total ($95,950 for staffing and training, $8,490 for six (6) laptops, $1,482 for six (6) printers, and $49,425 for fifteen (15) non-ADA iVotronics voting machines) to support additional One-Stop Sites for the 2008 General Election. The laptops, printers, and voting machines will be purchased by the state and given in-kind. All other expenses will be reimbursed by the State Board of Elections up to the amount indicated in the grant. No County matching funds are required. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption: This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment 09-037, amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009, is adopted. Adopted, this day of , 2008. (SEAL) ATTEST: Robert G. Greer, Chairman Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-5-1 AGENDA: October 6, 2008 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 09-045 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment 09-045 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment: Fund: General Fund/Transfers Department: Commissioners Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Transfers to S ecial Revenue Fund $729,202 Total $729,202 Revenue: Decrease Increase A ro riated Fund Balance $729,202 Total $729,202 Fund: NHC Schools Department: Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Medicaid Reserve $729,202 Total $729,202 Revenue: Decrease Increase Transfers in from General Fund $729,202 Total $729,202 Section 2: Explanation The 2007 Appropriation Act phased out the County participation, excluding the administrative costs, in Medicaid over athree-year period. In exchange for the reduction of counties' FY07-08 Medicaid cost, the legislation temporarily reduced county allocation from the Public School Building Capital Fund (PSBCF) in FY07-08 and required counties to hold the local school administrative units harmless for the loss in PSBCF funds. The funds either had to be expended in FY07-08 or placed in a capital reserve account for future expenditures for one or more of the PSBCF purposes. This budget amendment places the funds in a reserve fund for future qualifying expenditures. PSBCF funds are to be used for capital outlay projects, including the planning, construction, reconstruction, enlargement, improvement, repair, or renovation of public school buildings and for the purchase of land for public school buildings. If funds are not needed for a specific capital outlay project, the funds can be used for debt service for public school facilities. The County Commissioners and Board of Education need to agree on how the funds will be used, but there is no match requirement for the funds and Department of Public Instruction does not have to approve the expenditure of these funds. County sales tax revenue is impacted in the remaining years of the phase out of local participation in Medicaid. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-6-1 Section 3: Documentation of Adoption: This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment 09-045, amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009, is adopted. Adopted, this day of , 2008. (SEAL) ATTEST: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Robert G. Greer, Chairman Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-6-2 AGENDA: October 6, 2008 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2009 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 2009-14 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment 2009-14 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment: Fund: 800MHZ Radio System Capital Project Department: Finance Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Ca ital Project Ex ense $3,649 Transfers to General Fund $28,762 Total $3,649 $28,762 Revenue: Decrease Increase Interests Earnin s $25,113 Total $25,113 Fund: General Fund Department: Commissioners Ex enditure: Decrease Increase Total Revenue: Decrease Increase Transfers in from Ca ital Pro'ects $367,913 A ro riated Fund Balance $367,913 Total $367,913 $367,913 Section 2: Explanation To close Fund 396 - 800MHZ Radio System Capital Project. The equity of $367,913 remaining in the Capital Project fund is being transferred to the General Fund. Prior to actions taken at this Board of County Commissioners meeting, the Appropriated Fund balance is $9,966,083. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption: This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment 2009-14, amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2009, is adopted. Adopted, this day of , 2008. (SEAL) ATTEST: Robert G. Greer, Chairman Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 6-7-1 This page intentionally left blank. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 REGULAR ITEM: 7 DEPARTMENT: County Manager PRESENTER(S): Christine Lenesl~ie CONTACT(S): Bruce T. Shell SUBJECT: Consideration of Proclamation to Recognize October 2008 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in New Hanover County BRIEF SUMMARY: October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Christine Leneskie, Advocatel0utreach Coordinator for Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, requests the Board to adopt a proclamation to recognize October 2008 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in New Hanover County. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Adopt the proclamation. ATTACHMENTS: Proclamation COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 7-0 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS "DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH" PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, domestic violence transcends all ethnic, racial and socioeconomic boundaries, weakening the very core of our community; and WHEREAS, the effects of domestic violence are far-reaching, forcing battered women and their children to seek safe shelter, law enforcement prosecutors to expend valuable resources and families and friends to grieve at the loss of life; and WHEREAS, 2,120 adults and children sought safe shelter or counseling at the Wilmington Domestic Violence Shelter and Services in the year 2007; and WHEREAS, the Wilmington Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc. works toward the elimination of violence and oppression against women and their children and provides emergency support and services for victims and survivors of domestic abuse; and WHEREAS, on Wednesday, September 4, 2002, Gladys Bryant, an employee of New Hanover County for more than two decades, was killed in an act of domestic violence exhibiting to all her coworkers and friends, the prevalence of domestic violence and its consequences; and WHEREAS, many other persons throughout New Hanover County and the United States find themselves in abusive relationships and need to find security and an end to their physical and mental attacks. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners refuses to tolerate domestic violence in any form and wishes to create a society that promotes strong values, fosters a safe and loving home environment for every family, and encourages our citizens to redouble their efforts to obliterate the problem of domestic violence from our families, our neighborhoods and our community. BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that October 2008 be recognized as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in New Hanover County. ADOPTED this the 6th day of October, 2008. NEW HANOVER COUNTY Robert G. Greer, Chairman ATTEST: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 7-1-1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 REGULAR ITEM: $ DEPARTMENT: Fire Services PRESENTER(S): Donnie Hall CONTACT(S): Matt Davis & Meg Langston SUBJECT: Consideration of Proclamation to Recognize October 5-11, 2008 as "Fire Prevention Week" in New Hanover County BRIEF SUMMARY: New Hanover County Fire Services would like the Board to recognize October 5th - 11, 2008 as "Fire Prevention Week." The theme this year is "Prevent Home Fires." RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Adopt proclamation to recognize October 5 - 1 1, 2008 as "Fire Prevention Week" in New Hanover County. ATTACHMENTS: Fire Prevention Week 2008 Proclamation COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 8-0 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS "FIRE PREVENTION WEEK" PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the County of New Hanover is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living in and visiting our county; and WHEREAS, fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes are the locations where people are at greatest risk from fire; and WHEREAS, home fires killed more than 2,500 people in the United States in 2006, according to the latest research from the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and fire departments in the United States responded to nearly 400,000 home fires; and WHEREAS, cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries, while heating equipment and smoking are the leading causes of home fire deaths; and WHEREAS, New Hanover County's first responders are dedicated to reducing the occurrence of home Tres and home fire injuries through prevention and protection education; and WHEREAS, New Hanover County residents are responsive to public education measures and are able to take personal steps to increase their safety from fire, especially in their homes; and WHEREAS, residents who have planned and practiced a home fire escape plan are more prepared and will therefore be more likely to survive a fire; and WHEREAS, the 2008 "Fire Prevention Week" theme, "It's Fire Prevention Week -Prevent Home Fires!" effectively serves to remind us all of the simple actions we can take to stay safer from fire during "Fire Prevention Week" and year-round. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that October 5-11, 2008 be recognized as "Fire Prevention Week" in New Hanover County. All citizens are urged to protect their homes and families by heeding the important safety messages of "Fire Prevention Week" 2008, and to support the many public safety activities and efforts of New Hanover County Fire and Emergency Services. ADOPTED this the 6th day of October, 2008. NEW HANOVER COUNTY Robert G. Greer, Chairman ATTEST: Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 8-1-1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 REGULAR ITEM: 9 DEPARTMENT: County Manager PRESENTER(S): Arlanda Rouse, Cape Fear Public Trannportation Authority Assistant Director CONTACT(S): Chris Coudriet, Assistant County Manager SUBJECT: Public Hearing FY 2009 Rural Operating Assistance Program BRIEF SUMMARY: This item is a continuation of the FY 2009 Rural Operating Assistance Program which was originally presented to County Commissioners at the July 21, 2008 meeting and then submitted to NCDOT on July 25, 2008. The annual grant application for $276,336 was approved unanimously by the Commissioners and is unchanged from the original submission. However, NCDOT is requesting a second public hearing because the rules require at least a 14 day notice for the public hearing, but the Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority had done a 13 day notice. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Conduct public hearing. ATTACHMENTS: Application Material Application Material Application Material COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Conduct public hearing. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Conducted public hearing. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-0 Application for Operating Assistance FY09 Rural Operating Assistance Program Funds Name of Applicant (County) New Hanover County County Manager Bruce Shell County Manager's Email Address bshell@nhcgoV.COm County Finance Officer Avril Pinder CFOs Email Address apinder@nhcgov.com Mailing Address 230 Government Center Drive, Suite 165 Wilmington, NC 28403 Person Completing this A lication Arlanda Rouse Email Address arouse@wavetransit.com phone Number 910-343-0 l06 ext 2051 Supplemental ROAD Funding Request Included: YeS ~ No^ Application Completed by: Signature Application Reviewed by: Signature Date: Date: Application Instructions • Read each question carefully. Be sure to answer all the questions. • Answer questions with complete sentences, providing enough detail to completely answer the question. • Click on the gray rectangle and type each answer. If needed, the text will automatically wrap to the next row. The answer may wrap to the next page if necessary. • If there are questions regarding this application, contact the NCDOT-PTD Mobility Development Specialist assigned to the area served by the transit system. • Outreach and public involvement in the use of the ROAP funds is key to providing service that meets the needs of individuals within the community. County managers and finance officers are encouraged to discuss the Limited English Proficiency (LEP) requirements with the local system transportation directors. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-1-1 I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION FOR FORMULA FUNDS -EDTAP These funds maybe sub-allocated to the transit system or human service agencies in the county. EDTAP funds will be used to provide transportation services for elderly and disabled individuals when other funding sources are not available. If an individual meets the eligibility criteria of both EDTAP and an agency transportation program, the agency's program funds will be used as long as they are available before using EDTAP funds. EDTAP-1 Describe the process for determining which organizations will receive asub-allocation of EDTAP funds. The response should address: (1) assessment of needs in the service area (2) equity in requesting and disbursement of funds (3) criteria for determining amount of funds sub-allocated to each organization and (4) proj ected units of service. (1) Wave Transit serves as a clearing house for most of the transportation services within New Hanover County, to include mental health, service for the blind transportation, health department, and aging. Many people from these populations contact Wave for services, at which time Wave assesses the need for para- transitservices by an application process and a physician evaluation (2) The disbursement of funds is based upon requests for transportation funds from agencies to NHC throughout the year. (3) The organizations will besub-allocated funds based upon the projected number of passenger trips to be taken by clients. (4) The units of service are based upon the previous years average passenger costs and units of service. EDTAP-2 Describe the transportation or other services that will be provided by the transit system or human service agencies with EDTAP funds (i.e. trips by transit system or private providers, agency staff transportation, volunteers, mileage reimbursement, etc.) The transportation services which will be provided with the EDTAP funds will be demand response service utilizing Wave Transit or local taxi providers. Trips which can not be scheduled with Wave Transit will be scheduled with local taxi providers. EDTAP-3 Not all elderly and disabled citizens in the service area are human service agency clients. Describe efforts to reach out to these citizens who may need transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores or other destinations. (Public Outreach) Wave Transit conducts several public outreach sessions per year to inform clients of all services offered by the organization to include fixed route, pars-transit, blind, and rural services. EDTAP-4 Describe the process for monitoring the EDTAP Program throughout the year to assure that (1) EDTAP funded services are provided to elderly and disabled individuals not receiving transportation assistance from another funding source and (2) that all expenditures are allowable. (See Eligible Transportation Expenses Matrix) (1) Wave will work with local human service agencies to monitor individuals on the EDTAP program to ensure that transportation funds are not utilized along with another state funding source. If there is a discovery of additional funding for individuals, the individuals will be notified and possibly removed from service. (2) The expenses will be monitored monthly as invoices are received and compared against the Transportation Expenses Matrix. If any expense other than a normal transportation cost is incurred, the expense would require prior approval. 2 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-1-2 EDTAP-5 Does the transit system or any human service agency prioritize or restrict EDTAP funded services based on the purpose, origin or destination of the trip? If yes, describe the prioritization process or restrictions. There is no prioritization of transportation trips. EDTAP-6 What is done by the transit system and/or agencies to assure that EDTAP funded services are provided for as long as possible during FY2008-FY2009? The funds and number of clients are monitored and assessed monthly. The monthly monitoring allows for timely adjustments of services if a shortage of funds is projected for the upcoming year. EDTAP-6a What will the county do to keep the services operating if the EDTAP funds are expended in less than twelve months? If EDTAP funding for an agency is expended before the end of the year, then other agencies receiving the funding from NHC will determine if all of their EDTAP funding will be expended, and transfer funding to the agency experiencing difficulties. EDTAP-7 What obj ectives will the county use to evaluate the effectiveness/efficiency of the program? The objectives that NHC will use will be the following: Determine if a waiting list is present and if so eliminate the waiting list. Evaluate the average cost of a passenger trip and make an effort to reduce the average cost of a passenger trip, while increasing the number of passenger trips provided. EDTAP-7a When will the EDTAP funded services be evaluated? The EDTAP services are evaluated at least quarterly. II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION FOR FORMULA FUNDS -Employment Transportation Assistance Funds These funds can only be sub-allocated to the Department of Social Services, Workforce Development Programs and/or the Community Transportation System in the county. Funds can only be transferred to EDTAP and RGP following certification by the county manager that the employment transportation needs of the county have substantially been met. EMP-1 Describe the transportation or other services that will be provided by the transit system or DSS with EMP funds. (i.e. trips by transit system or private providers, agency staff transportation, volunteers, mileage reimbursement, automobile repairs, etc.) The transportation services that will be provided using EMP funds will be work transportation. The service will be provided for clients which are outside the normal income levels prescribed by the Department Social Services EMP-2 Describe the process for monitoring the EMP Program throughout the year to assure that expenses by the transit system and/or DSS are allowable. (See Eligible Transportation Expenses Matrix) The expenses will be monitored on a monthly basis by ensuring that clients meet the criteria for the program and utilized the transportation to go to work. EMP-3 What is done by the transit system and/or DSS to assure that EMP funded services are provided for as long as possible during FY2008-FY2009? The numbers of clients on the program are monitored closely, and the funding for the program monitored to ensure the maximum use of funds. EMP-3a What will the county do to keep the services operating if the EMP formula allocation is expended in less Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-1-3 than twelve months? NHC will ensure that the Finance Director is aware of the funding for the program, and will make a determination for additional services when and if the funding is completely expended before the 12 month period. EMP-4 Describe the process for determining when it is appropriate or necessary to transfer EMP funds to EDTAP or RGP funds as allowed in the program guidelines? The process to determine when it is necessary to transfer funds is made at the end of the year or when all funds for a particular program are exhausted. The amount of remaining funds from other programs is evaluated and a determination is then made whether to transfer the funds at that time. EMP-5 Define the objectives that the county will use to evaluate the effectiveness/efficiency of the program? The objectives that the county will use to evaluate the effectiveness of the program are average cost per passenger and the passengers per mile. The costs per passenger should not be excessively higher than the average costs per passenger for other agency trips. The number of passengers per mile should not be significantly lower than other agency trips. EMP-Sa When will the EMP funded services be evaluated? The services will be evaluated at least uarterl EMP-6 Describe the public outreach efforts for this program. Public outreach efforts will be conducted b the Wave staff throw h civic events and ublic meetin s. III. PROJECT DESCRIPTION FOR FORMULA FUNDS -Rural General Public Funds These funds are intended to provide transportation services for individuals who are not human service agency clients. These funds can only be sub-allocated to the community transportation system. RGP-1 Describe the process for (1) assessing transportation needs in the service area and (2) determining the projected units of service. The trans ortation needs in the service area are bein assessed usin revious ears assen er fi ures. RGP- 2 Describe the transportation services that will be provided with RGP funds and the geographic area in which the services will be provided. The services that will be provided with RGP funds are rural fixed route services to Castle Hayne and Monkey Junction. RGP- 3 Will a passenger pay a fare for RGP service? Yes ^ No 4 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-1-4 RGP- 4 Describe the process for monitoring the RGP Program throughout the year to insure that all expenses by the transit system are allowable? (See Eligible Transportation Expenses Matrix) The RGP program will be monitored monthly by comparing all expenses to the allowable expenses listed on the Transportation Expenses Matrix. RGP- 5 Describe how the local match requirement for RGP funds will be met. The local match requirement will be met by local fares and by local contributions from NHC government. RGP-6 Does the transit system prioritize or restrict RGP funded services based on the purpose, origin or destination of the trip? If yes, describe the prioritization process or restrictions. There are no restrictions on the services offered. RGP-7 What does the transit system do to assure that RGP funded services are provided throughout FY09 with these funds? The system ensures that the services are offered as part of its normal fixed route service to the rural areas. The services will be funded with other funding sources to ensure that the services are provided throughout the entire year. RGP-8 What will the county do to keep the services operating if the RGP funds are expended in less than twelve months? If the RGP funds are expended before the 12 month period the NHC Government will address the concerns at that time. The transportation authority will make a request to county commissioners for additional funding, and the commissioners will make a decision based upon budgetary constraints at the time of the request. RGP-9 What objectives will the county use to evaluate the effectiveness/efficiency of the program? When will the RGP funded services be evaluated? The county will evaluate a program to ensure that the average number of passengers traveling on the programs increases each year RGP-10 Describe public outreach efforts for this program. The program is marketed along with other bus routes. It is also discussed when Wave staff members attend public outreach sessions. IV. PROJECT DESCRIPTION SUPPLEMENTAL ROAD Funds Complete responses to the following questions are necessary to make an assessment of the eligibility of the proposed service. Incomplete responses will delay PTD review of the application. Describe the proposed new or expanded service? (demand response/subscription/fixed route; within or outside normal service area, i.e. out of county employment route; days and hours of operation; service area; fare structure; provision of gas vouches, volunteer reimbursement, etc.) Describe each program separately. 5 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-1-5 SuppEDTAP -The supplemental EDTAP funds will be used to provide transportation services to elderly individuals in the out lying areas such as the beach communities of New Hanover County. The supplemental funds will be used to provide additional services to individuals not currently receiving services and are part of a waiting list to receive services or are in areas not previously served with transportation services. SuppEMP -These funds will be used to serve the EMP individuals which are excluded from transportation services because their income levels are outside the of the normal income ranges. Individuals are normally allowed employment services for 30 days, and these funds will allow NHC to extend additional services to these individuals seeking employment, as well as offer additional services to more individuals. SuppRGP -The RGP service will be expanded to include weekend service to the Monkey Junction area on both Saturday and Sunday. How were the projected units of additional service with supplemental EDTAP, Employment and RGP funds determined? What will be done to assure that the service to be provided throughout the twelve months of FY08- 09. ~CT System requirement. DeSCrlbe each program Separately. See the Supplemental ROAD Sub-allocation Worksheet in Appendix B SuppEDTAP -The supplemental EDTAP units of service were calculated using the average cost of service for EDTAP clients, and dividing that figure by the total amount of funds available SuppEMP -These costs were determined by using the average number of passenger trips taken by clients and dividing the totals by the number of units that were available. SuppRGP -The units of service were determined by the average number of passengers per hour on each of the bus routes. The cost of the service was then divided by the cost per service hour, and multiplied by the average number of passengers per hour. The supplemental EDTAP, Employment and RGP funds must be used to provide an increased level of service, including serving eligible individuals not currently served by the regular ROAP program. Describe how the agencies that receive the supplemental funds will notify eligible users about the new Supplemental EDTAP funded service. Be specific. Describe each program separately. SuppEDTAP -There is currently limited service in the northern portions of New Hanover County and the supplemental funds allocated to Wave Transit will be used to provide service to individuals in that area. NHC Dept of Aging will use the funds to transport seniors to their center two additional days each week so that seniors can participate in activities which will improve their quality of life SuppEMP -The users of these funds will be notified by social workers when the funds become available. SuppRGP -The supplemental RGP funds will be used to supplement the weekend service for the Monkey Junction route. Describe in detail efforts made to reach out to the community to make them aware of the additional funding and to identify service needs beyond those currently provided with the formula allocation. Several Wave Transit staff members and Dept of Aging staff members reach out to community members and inform them about the benefits of transit through community meetings and through the local public access channel. Describe how the Supplemental ROAP funded services will be monitored throughout the year to assure that services are provided to eligible individuals and expenses and service statistics are tracked separately from the regular ROAP program. The funds will be monitored alon with re ular ROAP funds, which will mean that the will be reviewed 6 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-1-6 monthly, and analyzed for efficiency at least quarterly. What objectives will the county use to evaluate the effectiveness/efficiency of the supplemental funded services? When will these services be evaluated? The objectives which will be used are the total number of passenger trips provided by the service. 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WHEREAS, ROAP funds will be used to provide eligible services during the period July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009; WHEREAS, any interest earned on ROAP funds will be expended for eligible program uses as specified in the ROAP application; and WHEREAS, the County will include ROAP funds received and expended in its annual independent audit on the schedule of federal and state financial assistance. Funds passed through to other agencies will be identified as such. This is to certify that the undersigned is duly elected, qualified and acting chairperson of the Board of County Commissioners of the County of New Hanover North Carolina, and that the following statements are true and accurate: Elderly and Disabled Transbortation Assistance Program 1. The funds received from G.S. 136-44.27 will be used to provide transportation services for the elderly and disabled allowing individuals to reside for a longer period in their homes, thereby enhancing their quality of life. 2. The funds will not be used to supplant or replace existing federal, state or local funds designated to provide elderly and disabled transportation services in the county. ETyment Transportation Assistance Program 1. The purpose of these transportation funds is to assist transitional Work First participants after eligibility for cash assistance has concluded, participants in local Workforce Development Programs, and/or the general public with employment-related transportation needs Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-3-1 2. The funds are limited to use by the local Department of Social Services, Work Force Development Program or the community transportation system. 3. The funds may be transferred to the Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program or the Rural General Public Program after an assessment of employment transportation needs in the service area indicates that employment transportation needs are substantially being met. This assessment will occur prior to any transfer of funds and following submission of a statement to that effect from the County Manager to the Public Transportation Division. Rural General Public Program 1. The funds are limited to use by the community transportation system 2. The funds will not be used to provide human service agency trips. WITNESS my hand and official seal, this day of 20 Attest: Signature, Certifying Official State of North Carolina County Affix Seal Here Signature, Board of County Commissioners Chairperson Signature, County Manager/Administrator *Note that the Certifying Official, Board of County Commissioners Chairperson, and County Manager/Administrator must be three separate individuals. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-3-2 Appendix C Public Hearing Notice This is to inform the public of the opportunity to attend a public hearing on the proposed Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAP) application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than July 27, 2008 by the county of New Hanover. The public hearing will be held on July 21, 2008 at 9:OOam at the regular meeting of New Hanover County Board of Commissioners in the New Hanover County Courthouse located at 24 N. Third Street. New Hanover County will provide auxiliary aids and services under the ADA for disabled persons who wish to participate in the hearing. Anyone requiring special services should contact Arlanda Rouse as soon as possible so that arrangements can be made. The programs included in the Rural Operating Assistance Program application are: 1. Elderly & Disabled Transportation Assistance (EDTAP) Program provides operating assistance for the transportation of elderly and disabled citizens. This transportation assistance allows for the individual to reside for longer periods in their homes, thereby enhancing their quality of life. For the purpose of EDTAP, an elderly person is defined as one who reaches the age of 60 or more years. A disabled person is defined as one who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activity, an individual who has a record of such impairment, or an individual who is regarded as having such impairment. 2. Employment Transportation Assistance Program is intended to provide operating assistance for transitional Work First, Workforce Development Programs and general public employment transportation needs. These funds are used to support the employment transportation needs of individuals that are not eligible to receive benefits from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. 3. Rural General Public (RGP) Program funds are intended to provide transportation service to individuals who are not human service agency clients. The period of performance for Rural Operating Assistance Program funds is July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. The FY09 ROAP individual program totals are: PROGRAM TOTAL EDTAP $141,449 EMP $27,126 RGP $107,761 TOTAL $276,336 This application maybe inspected at the Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority office located at 190 Division Drive from B:OOam - 4:OOpm Monday -Friday. Written comments should be directed to Arlanda Rouse, Assistant Transit Director, P.O.2258 Wilmington, NC 28402, before Jul 18, 2008 (date). Note: An original copy of the published Public Hearing Notice must be attached to a signed Affidavit of Publication. Both the Public Hearing Notice and the Affidavit of Publication must be submitted with the Rural Operating Assistance Program application. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-3-3 Appendix C-1 Documentation of Public Hearing Process DATE: PLACE: SUBJECT: BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS OF PUBLIC IN ATTENDANCE (the number): Must submit copy of sign-in sheet and original Voluntary Title VI Participation Forms Provide an overall assessment of the public comments that were made, if any. Check here if none ^ COMMENTS: Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-3-4 Documentation of Outreach Efforts Provide a detailed description of outreach meetings and other efforts (including date, time, and location) held within the transportation service to be served with FY 08-09 ROAP funds. Outreach efforts must be conducted and documented by the applicant as to how the public and populations being served (includin minority, women, elderly, disabled, Limited English Proficienc~(LEP), low income, and non human service individuals) were informed about the availability of funds and the public hearing on the ROAP grant. Type narrative description in gray box Wave Transit conducted several outreach meetings with the public throughout the FY 2008-09. They informed the public about services offered by Wave Transit, and how they could benefit from these services. Check only one Organizations I Events Date Time Location Number of Attendees Primary* Audience System Initiated Meeting Response to an invitation 1 Wave Transit April 24, 2008 12:OOpm 1110 Castle St 65 General Public ® ^ 2 Wave Transit May 1, 2008 12:OOpm 1110 Castle St 55 General Public ® ^ 3 Soloman Towers April 28, 2008 4:OOpm 15 Caslle St 30 Elderly ^ 4 NHC Dept of Aging May 14, 2008 10:30am 2222 College Rd 16 Elderly ^ 5 Wave Transit November 13, 2007 6;OOpm 24 N. Third St 10 General public ® ^ 6 Festival Latino November 3, 2007 10:00am Hugh McRae Park 1100 Minoru y ^ 7 Wave Transit November 15, 2007 12:OOpm 1110 Castle St 15 General Public ® ^ 8 ^ ^ 9 ^ ^ 10 ^ ^ 11 ^ ^ 12 ^ ^ 13 ^ ^ 14 ^ ^ 15 ^ ^ Primary audience • Elderly • Disabled • Limited English Proficiency • Minority • General Public • Low Income Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-3-5 Appendix E Eligible Transportation Assistance Expenses Trip Based Services -Trips may beprovided bycar/vanpool, taxi, public transit vehicle, private transit vehicle, agency vehicle or mileage reimbursement to a volunteer. The most cost-effective option should be chosen. Public /Private transportation providers shall be reimbursed based on the fully allocated cost per mile, per hour, or per passenger trip. Volunteers can be reimbursed for mileage only. If a human service agency uses an agency vehicle to provide the trip, the agency must include the fully allocated cost of a trip in their reimbursement request including fuel, staff time and benefits, depreciation, vehicle insurance and licensing. Trip Purpose EDTAP NCDOT EMP RGP Personal care, non-emergency medical appointments, pharmacy pickup, shopping, bill paying, Yes NO Yes public hearings, committee meetings, classes, banking, etc. Job fair attendance, job readiness yes Yes Yes activities or training Transportation to Workplace (trip must be scheduled by the Yes Yes Yes individual passenger) Child(ren) of Working Parent NO Yes Yes transported to Child Care Group field trips/tours to Yes NO ~ community special events Overnight trips to out-of county yes NO ~ destinations Human Service Agency Yes NO Yes appointments Other Services -Includes expenses incurred transporting a passenger to a destination without using a public transit system, private transit or agency vehicle. Other Services EDTAP NCDOT EMP RGP Fuel (gas voucher, gas card, Yes Yes Yes reimbursement to fuel provider) Maintenance Repairs to personal NO Yes NO cars (must own the car). Personal car insurance 1 time payment that can cover NO Yes NO needs up to 3 months. ~' Must be rovided under the rovisions of the federal Charter re ulations which can be viewed at p A g http://www.fta.dot.~ov/laws/lei reg 179.html Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-3-6 Voluntary Title VI Public Involvement Title VI of the Civil Right's Act of 1964 requires North Carolina Department of Transportation to gather statistical data on participants and beneficiaries of the agency's federal-aid highway programs and activities. The North Carolina Department of Transportation collects information on race, color, national origin and gender of the attendees to this public meeting to ensure the inclusion of all segments of the population affected by a proposed project. The North Carolina Department of Transportation wishes to clarify that this information gathering process is completely voluntary and that you are not required to disclose the statistical data requested in order to participate in this meeting. This form is a public document. The completed forms will be held on file at the North Carolina Department of Transportation. For Further information regarding this process please contact Sharon Lipscomb, the Title VI Manager at telephone number 919.508.1830 or email at slipscomb@ncdot.gov. Project Name: Date: Meeting Location: Name (please print) Gender: ^ Male ^ Female General ethnic identification categories (check one): ^ Caucasian ^ Hispanic American ^ American Indian/Alaskan Native ^ African American ^ Asian/Pacific Islander Other: Color: National Origin: After you complete this form, please fold it and place it inside the designated box on the registration table. Thank you for your cooperation. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 9-3-7 This page intentionally left blank. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 REGULAR ITEM: 10 DEPARTMENT: Planning PRESENTER(S): Chris O'Keefe CONTACT(S): Jane Daughtridge SUBJECT: Public Hearing Text Amendment (A-374, 8/08) -Request by Staff to Amend Section 67-9 of the Zoning Ordinance to Discourage Clear-Cutting of Land BRIEF SUMMARY: The change would clarify that permits or certificates of exemption are required before cutting regulated trees. A 3-S year waiting period will be required before building permits are issued if tree clearing occurs without obtaining a permit or an exemption. At its September 4, 2008 regular meeting, the Planning Board voted 6-0 to recommend approval. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: ACTION NEEDED: Adopt a statement in accordance with NCGS 153A-341 "describing whether the action is consistent with an adopted comprehensive plan and explaining why the board consideres the action taken to be reasonable and in the public interest." Staff Recommends: Motion to approve, finding that the amendment is: 1. Consistent with Policy 2.6 of the CAMA Land Use Plan, and 2. Reasonable and in the public interest to clarify the permitting requirements for tree removal. ATTACHMENTS: A-374 Staff Summary A-374 LUP Policy COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 10-0 A-374 8/08 TEXT AMENDMENT PLANNING BOARD ACTION: The Planning Board discussed this issue at the June 18th work session, the August 7th regular meeting and the August 27, 2008 work session. At its September 4, 2008 regular meeting, the Board voted 6-0 to recommend approval. Only one person spoke. Tyler Newman of BASE/CFHBA commented that their questions had been answered in the latest version and through meeting with staff. HISTORY: Our current requirements apply when a development proposal of some sort is advanced for consideration. There is no section that clearly prevents cutting of trees prior to a development proposal unless a land disturbance permit is required. Unfortunately, the pace of growth in recent years and the lack of adequate protection against clear-cutting have resulted in an escalated loss of significant trees in advance of development proposals. In accordance with implementation strategy 2.6.2 of the Land Use plan, in order to reduce the loss of significant trees during harvests in advance of development proposals, staff recommends the amendment. ~ This new section does not stop people from cutting trees to sell, it just requires them to get a permit, leave a perimeter buffer and save significant trees. This new section does not interfere with forestry activities for land that is use- valuedfor that purpose or that has a forestry management plan. This new section does not change existing requirements associated with development proposals. The "bottom line" is if you are not one of the very limited exempt situations, you need a permit before you cut regulated trees. NEW SECTION (to be located in front of the current Landscaping Section 67. That Section would then be renumbered 67B): Section 67A: TREE RETENTION 67A-1: Purpose New Hanover County enthusiastically supports new development that protects and preserves the natural assets which make our area so desirable as a place to live, work and recreate. Old growth native species trees are an important natural asset. The County recognizes the value and benefit of mature trees in protecting, preserving and enhancing quality of life for present and future citizens. Some of the many benefits of tree preservation include: 9/5/2008 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 10-1-1 ~ Conservation of energy by shading buildings and paved surfaces ~ Filtering of airborne pollutants ~ Removal of atmospheric carbon dioxide ~ Reduction of stormwater runoff ~ Slowing of flood waters ~ Recharging of groundwater • Protecting the cultural and historic character of the area ~ Increasing the value of homes and businesses Certain trees have been determined to be "significant" to our area and therefore are protected. 67A-2 Tree Removal in General The removal of significant or regulated trees on any lot or parcel requires a tree removal permit or a letter of exemption from the County Zoning Administrator. For particular requirements when clearing occurs in conjunction with development proposals, see Section 67B-9 of this ordinance. When tree removal is proposed without a companion development proposal, the following shall apply: 67A-2.1 Application Application for a timber harvest permit must include a tree survey indicating the details outlined in 67B-8(4)(C) or proof of exemption in accordance with NCGS 153A-452 as outlined in section 67A-2.3. 67A-2.2 Regulated Trees to be retained Regulated trees must be retained and protected during the permitted tree harvest within a fifty (50) foot perimeter of the property. All Significant trees shall be retained. 67A-2.3 Exemptions (A) Properties which are use-valued for forestry or those for which a forestry management plan prepared by a registered consulting forester is presented. To qualify for exemption, a forestry management plan shall ensure the proper regeneration of forest stands to commercial levels after the harvest of timber. (B) Any lot of record as of the adoption date of this ordinance which is less than one acre in size and which is located in a residential zoning district shall be exempt from the provisions of this section. 67A-2.4 Tracking (A) The Zoning Administrator will forward copies of tree removal permits or letters of exemption to the Planning Director. (B) Any property proposal which requires subdivision approval, building permit approval or commercial or special use site plan approval, and all proposals for rezonings will be required to submit with the application, a copy of any approved 9/5/2008 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 10-1-2 tree removal permit or letter of exemption issued within three years prior to the application date. 67A-3 Penalty-Withholding of Permits After the date of adoption of this section, failure to obtain a tree removal permit from New Hanover County prior to removal of any regulated or significant tree or any timber harvest on property will result in the following: (A) A building permit, site plan approval or subdivision plan approval shall be denied, subject to the following: (1) a period of three (3) years after the completion of a timber harvest if the harvest results in the removal of all or substantially all regulated or significant trees from the tract; or (2) a period five (5) years after the completion of a timber harvest if the harvest results in the removal of all or substantially all of the regulated or significant trees from the tract if the harvest was a willful violation of County regulations. (B) This enforcement provision shall run with the land. Therefore, change of ownership does not alleviate the penalty for unauthorized cutting of trees. Article 2 -Definitions: Forest Management Plan - a document that defines a landowner's forest management objectives and describes specific measures to be taken to achieve those objectives. The plan shall be prepared by a licensed forester and shall include silviculture practices that both ensure optimal forest productivity and environmental protection of land. (NC Division of Forest Resources and NC Cooperative Extension Service can provide educational materials and lists of licensed foresters.) Regulated trees -those trees of the size, species and location to be protected under the development provisions of the Landscaping section of the ordinance 67B-3(1)(A) and (B). Significant Tree -Any hardwood tree or coniferous tree with a diameter at breast height (DBH) equal to or greater than 24 inches or any dogwood, American holly, or other flowering tree with a DBH equal to or greater than 8" (See Article II, Section 23). Timber Harvest -The felling, loading, and transportation of forest products, roundwood or logs (Source: NC Division of Forest Resources). Use Value -The North Carolina General Assembly enacted the "Land Use Program," which allows reduced tax values for individually owned property used for certain purposes, including forestry. Basic eligibility requirements are forestland consisting of one or more tracts, one of which consists of at least 20 acres that is in actual production 9/5/2008 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 10-1-3 and are not included in a farm unit. A forestry management plan is required. (Contact NHC Tax Administration for more information.) 9/5/2008 Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 10-1-4 Policy 2.6 Ensure the protection of trees and the provision of adequate landscaping to address urban design and resource protection issues and encourage the use of native vegetation in landscaping through updating of City and County development ordinances and processes and establishment of a joint City-County Tree Advisory Commission. Implementation Strategies for Policy 2.6 2.6.1 Establish a joint City-County Tree Advisory Commission to develop City and County recommendations and ordinances addressing urban design and tree protection. 2.6.2 Develop standards that prohibit clear-cutting and allow only clearing of trees necessary for construction activities. 2.6.3 Develop guidelines and incentives for use of native vegetation in landscaping. 2.6.4 Utilize the UDO Oversight Committee recommendations for revisions to the landscaping and tree protection code to update the County Code. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 10-2-1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 REGULAR ITEM: 11 DEPARTMENT: Planning PRESENTER(S): Shawn Ralston, Senior Environmental Planner CONTACT(S): Shawn Ralston, Dave Weaver SUBJECT: Presentation of Low Impact Development (LID) Project Encouraging Additional Tools to Manage Stormwater Runoff and Protect Water Quality and Adoption of Resolution Encouraging the Use of LID Techniques BRIEF SUMMARY: The County is committed to implementing the policies and strategies within our LAMA land use plan as a means of maintaining and restoring water quality. Toward that goal, there are five implementation strategies within the LAMA land use plan that indicate that local standards and guidelines should be changed to incorporate Low Impact Development (LID) techniques to protect water quality. Low Impact Development is an approach to site development and Stormwater management that seeks to minimize development impacts to the land and water resources. Over the past year, as documented in the attached memo, County Planning Staff has been working with a local steering committee and City Planning staff to develop an LID manual and spreadsheet modeling tool. These tools will encourage and allow for LID technologies as an alternative and voluntary option for developers to satisfy stormwater requirements and watershed goals. The steering committee has included representation and support from local interest groups, including the development community. The Planning Board has approved this work. A copy of the LID manual and worksheet is available for review in the Commissioners' Office. An attached memo provides more detail. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Adopt a resolution accepting the Low Impact Development Manual thereby encouraging developers and engineers to utilize LID techniques as an alternative and voluntary option to comply with local, state, and federal water quality requirements. ATTACHMENTS: Executive Summary of LID Project LID Resolution COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Hear presentation. Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 11-0 ~~~1~~ Y,j~,~~ ~~ ~~ a ~. _~ r~ a ~, W New Hanover County Planning Department Chris O'Keefe Planning Director MEMO DATE: T0: FROM: SUBJECT: New Hanover County Government Center 230 Government Center Drive, Suite 150 Wilmington, NC 28403 P 910.798.7165 F 910.798.7053 September 9, 2008 New Hanover County Board of Commissioners Shawn Ralston, Senior Environmental Planner Executive Summary of Low Impact Development Project Water quality that meets designated standards, and thriving fisheries and shellfish waters, are important factors in sustaining quality of life, the unique character of our community and continued economic growth. While protecting water resources is a difficult challenge, the County is committed to implementing our stormwater management policies, as well as the Coastal Area Management Act (LAMA) Land Use Plan, as a means to maintain and restore water quality. Within the 2004 update of the LAMA Land Use Plan, there are five implementation strategies that indicate that local standards and guidelines must facilitate the use of Low Impact Development (LID) technologies in order to meet our water quality goals. Low Impact Development (LID) is an approach to site development and stormwater management that emphasizes the integration of site design and planning techniques that conserve natural systems and the hydrologic functions of a site. The LID approach is focused toward restoring and optimizing the land's ability to absorb water, capture pollutants and process pollutants in the landscape. It is a decentralized approach where small-scale techniques are distributed and integrated throughout the site to retain, detain, treat, and utilize runoff in a manner that more closely mimics the natural water balance of the land in its pre-developed condition. LID is not a land use control approach that reduces development potential - it is a stormwater technology that may be integrated into development practices to reduce environmental impacts. New Hanover County -City of Wilmington LID Project Through a project funded by a grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), several public and private partners including New Hanover County, the City of Wilmington, North Carolina Coastal Nonpoint Source Pollution Program of the Division of Water Quality, and the North Carolina Coastal Federation embarked on an ongoing effort to encourage and allow for LID technologies as an alternative and voluntary option for developers to satisfy stormwater requirements and watershed goals. The ultimate scope of the project included the following: 1. Review of current ordinances to determine the existence of any roadblocks. 2. Comprehensive review of LID principles and practices to determine appropriateness for coastal application. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 11-1-1 3. Guidance on LID technologies compliant with local and State requirements. 4. Preparation of an LID manual and resolution to enable developers to use LID on a voluntary basis. 5. Distribution of educational and outreach materials. 6. Development of an LID spreadsheet modeling tool to aid engineers, planners, and developers with design and permitting of LID projects. Larry Coffman, a national LID consultant, provided the initial technical support for the LID project and prepared the first drafts of the LID guidance manual. County and City Planning staff completed the remainder of the work on the LID manual with the support and ongoing assistance of an LID steering committee that was first assembled in January 2007. The LID steering committee met over the course of 1-1 /2 years to provide comments and input during all stages of the process to develop the LID manual. The members of the steering committee included the following: Benjamin Adei, City of Wilmington Stormwater Services Sam Burgess, New Hanover County Planning Richard Collier, McKim and Creed Melanie Cook, Coastal Carolina Tomorrow Jane Daughtridge, New Hanover County Planning Carey Disney-Ricks, Wilmington Regional Association of REALTORS Bryan Greene, Cape Fear Commercial Don Hamilton, Southwind Surveying & Engineering Ann Hines, New Hanover County Zoning Patricia Hughes, NCDENR, Coastal Nonpoint Source Pollution Program Jim Iannucci, New Hanover County Engineering Lauren Kolodij, North Carolina Coastal Federation Lisa Manning, Cavanaugh and Associates, P.A. David Mayes, City of Wilmington Stormwater Services Shelly Miller, New Hanover Soil and Water Conservation District Tyler Newman, Wilmington-Cape Fear Home Builders Chris O'Keefe, New Hanover County Planning Phil Prete, City of Wilmington Environmental Planning Spruill Thompson, Cape Fear Commercial Cameron Weaver, NCDENR - DWQ Cindee Wolf, Withers & Ravenel Kenneth Wrangell, Wrangell Homes The finished product includes a technical manual that allows for cutting edge Stormwater management techniques and a spreadsheet modeling tool that helps engineers and developers permit proj ects when utilizing LID techniques. By distributing the manual and spreadsheet, the County and City will be educating the development community with regard to this important tool for managing Stormwater runoff, and encouraging the use of LID techniques to protect the overall environmental quality and character of established communities and developing areas in New Hanover County. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 11-1-2 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE USE OF LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT TECHNIQUES WHEREAS, stormwater runoff from roofs, roadways, parking lots, lawns and other surfaces may be polluted with toxic metals, organic compounds, excessive nutrients and bacterial and viral pathogens that can be a significant cause of water pollution with the potential to harm human health, degrade shellfishing waters, restrict recreational uses, and adversely affect economic development; and WHEREAS, New Hanover County recognizes the limitations of conventional stormwater approaches and encourages the use of Low Impact Development (LID) techniques to mitigate the impacts of stormwater runoff; and WHEREAS, LID is an array of site planning techniques, pollution prevention measures, and engineered treatment practices that can be applied to projects at the individual lot level or across major residential or commercial developments to mimic natural features and predevelopment hydrology; and WHEREAS, LID stormwater management options have been found to help protect and restore streams, wetlands, and other natural aquatic systems; and WHEREAS, New Hanover County, in collaboration with the City of Wilmington, produced a Low Impact Development Guidance Manual ("LID Guidance Manual") that contains detailed guidance on how to design, construct and maintain LID practices; and WHEREAS, adoption of the LID Guidance Manual will provide the County with important stormwater management alternatives that may be used instead of or in conjunction with conventional stormwater management techniques; and WHEREAS, adoption of the LID Guidance Manual, as an optional alternative to conventional stormwater management techniques, will allow LID to be used in development projects within the County; and WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners finds that it is in the best interest of the public to protect the natural environment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners finds the above recitals incorporated herein as findings and conclusions as if set forth in full; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners hereby adopts the LID Guidance Manual as an additional resource to assist development to comply with County stormwater requirements; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners encourages applicants to use the LID Guidance Manual as a means to comply with local, state, and federal water quality requirements; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners urges the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources to facilitate and expedite permitting of development projects that apply the principles of LID as presented in the LID Guidance Manual. ADOPTED this the 6~ day of October, 2008. NEW HANOVER COUNTY Robert G. Greer, Chairman Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 11-2-1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008 ADDITIONAL ITEMS ITEM: 12 DEPARTMENT: Governing Body PRESENTER(S): Chairman Robert G. Greer CONTACT(S): Sheila L. Schult SUBJECT: Consideration of a Proclamation to Terminate the State of Emergency Proclaimed on September 4, 2008 BRIEF SUMMARY: The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners proclaimed a local state of emergency for New Hanover County on September 4, 2008 due to the possible impact of Tropical Storm Hanna. The Board is now asked to consider terminating the state of emergency. RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS: Adopt the proclamation. ATTACHMENTS: Emergency Proclamation COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: (only Manager) Recommend approval. COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS: Approved 5-0. Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 12-0 o~~T~.~ G } o ~w~ ~ ~~ 0 ~ p x o 3 ~~ ~. r~~cisxti~1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 2~0 GOVERNMENT CENTER DRIVE, SUITE ~ 7S WILMINGTON, NC 28A~0~ (9~0~ 798749 • (9~0~ 7987~45FAX • WWW.NHGGOV.COM Robert G. Greer, Chairman • William A. Caster, Vice-Chairman Ted Davis, Jr., Commissioner • William A. Kopp, Commissioner • Nancy H. Pritchett, Commissioner ~~~ Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board TERMINATION OF STATE OF EMERGENCY IN THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER WHEREAS, on September 4, 2008, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners determined and proclaimed a local state of emergency for the County of New Hanover; and WHEREAS, the state of emergency was enacted due to the possible impact of Tropical Storm Hanna on New Hanover County and was effective on Friday, September 5, 2008 at 6:00 a.m.; and WHEREAS, New Hanover County Board of Commissioners has determined that a state of emergency no longer exists in the County of New Hanover; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the above-referenced proclamation of a local state of emergency and all of the restrictions and orders therein are hereby terminated effective October 6, 2008 at midnight. Adopted this the 6th day of October, 2008. Robert G. Greer, Chairman Sheila Schult, Clerk to the Board Board of Commissioners Meeting 10/06/2008 12-1-1