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Home My WebLink About2014-10-06 RM Exhibits NI NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DISABILITY AWARENESS AND EMPLOYMENT MONTH PROCLAMATION Exhibit , Book AM(Page/4). WHEREAS,more than one million people with disabilities have entered the labor force since the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990; and WHEREAS, as taxpayers, consumers, and workers, people with disabilities are contributing to our society and to their own fulfillment of the American dream; and WHEREAS, new generations of young people with disabilities are growing up in Wilmington, NC and surrounding counties, graduating from high school, going to college, and preparing to participate in the workplace; and WHEREAS,job seekers with disabilities, regardless of age, are striving to attain economic independence through self-sufficiency and gainful employment; and WHEREAS,both students and job seekers with disabilities have the right to maximize their potential by I i making the most of their intellect, talents, and abilities in an environment free of physical,programmatic, and attitudinal barriers; and WHEREAS, employers from the private, governmental, and non-profit sectors may benefit from mentoring people with disabilities as a way of learning about the experience of disability, developing lasting relationships with disability community leaders, and recruiting new and emerging talent for meaningful internship and employment opportunities; and WHEREAS,these efforts are made possible through a broad partnership with the American Association of People with Disabilities and a dedicated local team of organizers from businesses, non-profit organizations,school districts, colleges and universities, and government agencies. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that October 2014 be recognized as "Disability Awareness and Employment Month" in New Hanover County. ADOPTED this the 6th day of October, 2014. — NEW fiVER 0 I Woody White,Ch.'. an )1 ATTEST: I Teresa P. Elmore, Interim Clerk to the Board NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Exhibit / FIRE PREVENTION WEEK PROCLAMATION BOOk Xi' VI1t Page I(o. WHEREAS, New Hanover County 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,working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in reported home fires in half;and WHEREAS, three out of five residential fire deaths result from fires in properties without working smoke alarms; and WHEREAS,one-fifth of all residentially installed smoke alarms do not work;and WHEREAS, when smoke alarms should have operated but did not do so it was usually because batteries were missing,disconnected,or dead;and WHEREAS, New Hanover County residents should install smoke alarms in every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area,and on every level of the home;and WHEREAS,New Hanover County residents should install smoke alarms and alert devices that meet the needs of people who are deaf or hard of hearing;and WHEREAS, New Hanover County 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, New Hanover County first responders are dedicated to reducing the occurrence of home fires 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, the 2014 Fire Prevention Week theme, "Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month!"effectively serves to remind us that we need working smoke alarms to give us the time to get out safely. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that October 5-11, 2014 be recognized as "Fire Prevention Week" in New Hanover County. All the people of New Hanover County are urged to test their smoke alarms at least every month by pushing the test button,and to support the many public safety activities and efforts of New Hanover County Fire and Emergency Services during Fire Prevention Week 2014. ADOPTED this the 6th day of October,2014. NE\ 1R O0 ir _4 „ _ v / , t{, ! Woody White,Ch•'•'". 1 ,r \( )t , l ATTEST: ' _1:, li �Iltvg l�Id Ll / '`' ,� Teresa P.Elmore,Interim Clerk to the Board Exhibit ., BookXXXII t Page UP.3 a. AGENDA: October 6,2014 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2015 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 15- 015 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County,North Carolina,that the following Budget Amendment 15-015 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015. 1 Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Superior Public Health,Safety and Education Strategic Objective(s): Increase public safety/crime prevention Fund: General Fund Department:Sheriff Exaenditure: Decrease Increase Sheriffs Office $37,384 Total $0 I( $37,384 , Revenue: Decrease Increase SCAAP Grant $37,384 Total $0 $37,384 Section 2: Explanation To budget the 2015 State Criminal Alien Assistance Grant(SCAAP)in the amount of$37,384 from the 1 Bureau of Justice Assistance(BJA).BJA administers the SCAAP in conjunction with the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement,Citizenship and Immigration Services,and the Department of Homeland Security(DHS). SCAAP provides federal payments to state and localities for incarcerating undocumented criminal aliens with at least one felony or two misdemeanor convictions,for violations of state or local law and is incarcerated for at least four consecutive days during the report period.The annual amount of$37,384 is based on the number of foreign-born persons housed at the facility for any stay over two or three days. 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 15-015,amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015,is adopted. Adopted,this 6th day of October,2014. v (SEAL) NTY.� O (1../.:. , ti Woody White,Chai . OA°, O ATTIEST: '4/1511f0 q. 'N.....1112, 14.) )(15/.-)L-ert.e......, Teresa P.Elmore,Interim Clerk to the Board I 1 Ex hibit Book)tX VI I( Page 14.3 1b AGENDA: October 6,2014 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2015 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 15- 016 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County,North Carolina,that the following Budget Amendment 15-016 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015. I � Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area Superior Public Health,Safety and Education Strategic Objective(s): Provide health/wellness education,programs,and services Fund:General Fund Department:Department of Social Services Expenditure: Decrease Increase Department of Social Services $53,567 Total $0 $53 67 Revenue: Decrease Increase Department of Social Services $53,567 Total $0 $53 67 1 Section 2: Explanation To budget Federal and State funding for the Family Reunification Program.Services and activities for this program are intended to help families re-integrate children into their homes after they have been placed in foster care or other types of out-of-home placement.Eligible services and activities include,counseling, substance abuse treatment,mental health,domestic violence assistance,child care,mentoring,and transportation services.This is all federal money and no County match is 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 15-016,amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015,is adopted. Adopted,this 6th day of October,2014. \\\\/o 41111 II (SEAL) ,(1,1) Woody White,Chairman 2 �Nn 000 O ATTEST: 3y JPt 1� aA-A2-e-- ' Teresa P.Elmore,Interim Clerk to the Board 3 g 4 0 Exhibit Boo 100/V11( Page 14 3 C.. AGENDA: October 6,2014 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2015 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 15- 017 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County,North Carolina,that the following Budget Amendment 15-017 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Superior Public Health,Safety and Education Strategic Objective(s): Increase public safety/crime prevention Fund: General Fund Department:Sheriff Expenditure: Decrease Increase Sheriffs Office $31,603 Total $0 II $31,603 - Revenue: Decrease Increase Sheriffs Office $31,603 Total $0 $31,603 Section 2: Explanation To budget Federal Forfeited Property Fund receipts for 9/4/14.Federal Forfeited Property funds are budgeted as received and must be used for law enforcement as the Sheriff deems necessary.The current balance in the Federal Forfeited Property Fund is$55,142. 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 15-017,amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015,is adopted. Adopted,this 6th day of October,2014. (SEAL) \ A-C) DIP Woody White,Chairman 0 IkN -11) 14 0 .z.„ ,ifiteAet_JP a It - Teresa P.Elmore,Interim Clerk to the Board • q!IS1 I Exhibit Bookagn Page _l am. 3 01.. AGENDA: October 6,2014 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2015 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 15- 018 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County,North Carolina,that the following Budget Amendment 15-018 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Superior Public Health,Safety and Education Strategic Objective(s): Provide health/wellness education,programs,and services Fund:General Fund Department:Department of Social Services Expenditure: Decrease Increase Department of Social Services $12,662 Total $0 0 $12,662 Revenue: Decrease Increase Department of Social Services $12,662 Total $0 $12 662 1 Section 2: Explanation Received additional allocation over the FY14-15 budgeted amount for the Adult Day Care/Day Health Program.County match is required in the amount of$1,809,which is included in the existing budget. 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 15-018,amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015,is adopted. Adopted,this 6th day of October,2014. (SEAL) Y �o I(t". gyp- n Woody White,Chair an i /AA', 0 r- ATTEST: . F,,ai °N��• Teresa P.Elmore,Interim Clerk to the Board ■ Exhibit Book x.XXVIt Page A3s. AGENDA: October 6,2014 I NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS I I AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2015 BUDGET BY BUDGET AMENDMENT 15- 020 BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County,North Carolina,that the following Budget Amendment 15-020 be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment 6 Strategic Focus Area: Superior Public Health,Safety and Education Strategic Objective(s): Increase public safety/crime prevention Fund:General Fund 1 Department:Emergency Management&911 Communications ! Expenditure: Decrease Increase Emergency Management&911 Communications $39,600 I Total $0 $39 600 Revenue: Decrease Increase Department of Homeland Security $39,600 Total $0 II $39,600 Section 2: Explanation To budget funds from the Department of Homeland Security Grant Program.Funds were awarded to the NC Department of Public Safety and then awarded to this regional area with New Hanover County being named as the sub-grantee.The funds have been awarded for the specific purchase of a solar mobile light tower,which will provide sustainable lighting for any event that requires lighting at night.No County match is 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 15-020,amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30,2015,is adopted. Adopted,this 6th day of October,2014. (SEAL) i �GOUNI . t O ~044 Woody White,Chairman IA 0 > ATTEST: .,� Teresa P.Elmore,Interim Clerk to the Board ,,,,,,,,,-riv ' —liligGiig__J )4 &-A—erie--- , i NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH Exhibit PROCLAMATION BOOkaEllipage 1 . 4 WHEREAS, domestic violence transcends all ethnic, racial, gender, and socioeconomic boundaries, weakening the very core of our community; and WHEREAS, the effects of domestic violence are far-reaching and may cause families to seek safe shelter, the criminal justice system to expend valuable resources, and families and friends to experience grief and concern for their loved ones; and WHEREAS, 1,433 adults and children received direct services such as court accompaniment, advocacy, empowerment groups and counseling and 247 adults and children received emergency shelter through Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc. in the year 2013; and WHEREAS, Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc. provides emergency support and ongoing services in New Hanover County for victims and survivors of domestic abuse; and WHEREAS, on September 4, 2002, Gladys Bryant, an employee of New Hanover County for more than two decades, and on August 6, 2008, Tarica Pulliam, an employee of New Hanover County for two years, lost their lives in acts of domestic violence exhibiting to all their 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 a safe and empowering environment. 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 enhance their efforts to work together to address the problem of domestic violence. BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that October 2014 be recognized as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in New Hanover County. ADOPTED this the 6th day of October, 2014. \ NEW HANOVER OUN Y it Ilk IN V 00 )� I I Woody White ' airman ' '1 ' ' , l . � � �� .� A EST: Teresa P. Elmore, Interim Clerk to the Board ',' IM 0112,' Exhibit BookX2VIIJPage 1 . _ NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS s f AN ORDINANCE OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY k i b E The Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County hereby ordains and decrees that New Hanover County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2, Administration, Article III, Finance, Division 2, Capital Improvement Bids, Section 2-134 Appeal Rights, be and is hereby amended by deleting the existing Section 2-134 and substituting the following: I. Section 2-134, Appeal Right As a custodian of public funds, the County adheres to applicable construction bidding practices established by State law, County policy, and good administrative practice. A bidder claiming wrongful treatment must formally notify the Finance Director at least ten (10) calendar days prior to the date of the bid opening and County staff determination of lowest responsible bidder. The Finance Director will provide a formal response to the contractor within five (5) calendar days. A contractor not satisfied with that response may appeal the decision to the County Manager, provided such appeal is received within five (5) calendar days after the response from the Finance Director. If an appeal is not filed within the specified period, no other County redress is available. No further appeal is available as of right; provided, however, the dissatisfied contractor may request that the Board of Commissioners elect to hear an appeal from the decision of the County Manager. II. Except as specifically above amended, Chapter 2 of the New Hanover County Code of Ordinances shall remain unaltered and in full force and effect. ADOPTED this the 6h day of October 2014. NEW HANOVER C f � 6;y l Y.� o N , ,41 0A% o Woody White, C . rman islAED�1 ATTEST: Teresa P. Elmore Interim Clerk to the Board j �