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2016-07-11 Regular Meeting NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 33 REGULAR MEETING,JULY 11,2016 PAGE 575 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, July 11, 2016, at 4:00 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse,24 North Third Street,Wilmington,North Carolina. Members present: Chairman Beth Dawson; Vice-Chairman Jonathan Barfield, Jr.; Commissioner Skip Watkins; Commissioner Woody White; and Commissioner Rob Zapple. Staff present: County Manager Chris Coudriet; County Attorney Wanda Copley; and Clerk to the Board Teresa Elmore. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE John McIntyre, Senior Pastor, Wrightsville Beach Baptist Church, provided the invocation and Commissioner Watkins led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Chairman Dawson asked if any member of the Board would like to remove or discuss any item on the Consent Agenda. Hearing none,Chairman Dawson requested a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion: Commissioner Watkins MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Zapple,to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Upon vote,the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Minutes—Governing Body The Commissioners approved the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 20, 2016, and Agenda Review Meeting of June 16,2016. Appointment of Voting Delegate to the 2016 North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) Annual Conference—Governing Body The Commissioners appointed Chairman Beth Dawson as the voting delegate to the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Annual Conference to be held August 11-13,2016 in Forsyth County,N.C. Adoption of a Resolution Approving the Sale of Two Transport Vans to Pender County—Finance Department The Commissioners adopted a resolution authorizing the sale of two Sheriff s Office transport vans to Pender County for a total of$7,200. Pender County requested to purchase the transport vans from the County's surplus property list. Authorization for the sale is granted under G.S.160A-274,which gives a governmental unit the right to exchange with, lease to, lease from, sell to, or purchase from any other governmental unit any interest in real or personal property. A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XL, Page 13.1. Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the County Manager's Office or Designee to Direct and Supervise the Disinterment,Removal, and Reinterment of Graves—County Manager's Office The Commissioners adopted a resolution authorizing the County Manager's Office or designee, with the assistance of the County Health Director as necessary, as the department responsible for supervision and direction of the disinterment, removal, and reinterment of graves. These procedures as outlined in the North Carolina General Statutes 65-106 shall be made under the supervision and direction of the Board of Commissioners. A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XL, Page 13.2. Approval for New Hanover County to Act as the Applicant Agency for Coastal Horizons Center,Inc.to Accept Grant Funding from the North Carolina Department of Public Safety—Finance Department The Commissioners approved the flow-through grant funding from the North Carolina Department of Public Safety for Coastal Horizons Center,Inc.,in the amount of$78,000. The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council(JCPC) Alternatives to Commitment Program grant will be used for Coastal Horizons Center's Homebuilders Family Preservation program, which provides Intensive Family Preservation Services for New Hanover County youth returning home from out of home placement. The County will act as the applicant agency;however,no County match is required. REGULAR ITEMS OF BUSINESS POSTPONEMENT OF CONSIDERATION OF MILESTONE COMMUNICATIONS CONTRACT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES ON COUNTY PROPERTY Chief Information Officer Leslie Chaney requested the Board to consider a contract with Milestone Communications to build communication towers on County-owned property, which would increase the communication capacity in the County and generate revenues. She gave a brief presentation highlighting the following: NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 33 REGULAR MEETING,JULY 11,2016 PAGE 576 • The Need for Cell Towers: • Pew Research reports almost 70%of Americans own a smartphone(up from 35%four years ago) • Smartphones are the primary means to access the Internet for younger and underprivileged adults • More people using Internet access with higher speeds has created a need for more towers • Legislative Changes: • County became aware of other local governments collecting revenue from these type of contracts over a year ago—mostly in Virginia,Maryland,and South Carolina • After exploration by staff, found that County was unable to execute long-term leases for this type arrangement • Legislature removed long-term lease restriction in the last general session • County Opportunity: • Owns property in areas that are desirable for placement of new towers • Controls placement and style of towers on its property to fit with environmentlfanction of sites • Other local governments in surrounding states realize revenues by partnering with private sector to market properties for communication tower placement • Process for selection of the recommended partner: • Competitive bid process • Reviewed by a cross-functional team of department heads from Planning, Parks and Gardens, Emergency Management,Finance, and Information Technology: • Proposals were individually scored and averages obtained • Top three were invited to present to the team • Presentations centered on public engagement and past successes • Review Process: • County received four proposals: Crown Castle, Wireless Edge, On Target Acquisitions, and Milestone Communications • Crown Castle,Wireless Edge,and Milestone Communications were invited to present to the group • Presentations were to focus on community involvement in the development process, successful public property projects, and long-term partnership successes • Recommendation from committee: • Milestone Communications was ranked highest by the committee: • Highest marks for citizen engagement on past projects • Proven track record with local government clients • Commitment to preserve the character of County properties • Advantageous financial incentive • Financial Package: • $50,000 advance funding—paid at contract signing • 40%of gross revenue from each tower • One-time payments of$20,000 for each tower and$5,000 for each tenant on a tower • 20%capacity of tower for County use • Revenue Example—Tower with 2 carriers: • $20,000 at completion of tower for first tenant • $10,000 at completion of tower for two tenants • Total of$30,000 in one-time payments • 40%rent share for 2 tenants=$24,000 per year($12,000 per tenant) • 3%annual increases in rent • Marketing and lease agreement: • Staff and Milestone reviews County-owned properties for inclusion in database of marketable properties • Site acquisition specialists provide database of available properties to cell phone carriers • Milestone brings site selection to staff for approval and to determine tower placement on site and design options • Milestone manages process from beginning to end—site selection approvals,construction,on-going maintenance,and monthly lease payments to the County • Agreement protects the County: • County must approve all sites for inclusion on list of available properties • No speculative towers will be constructed—County staff has final approval of site selection • Staff approval of design of the tower and the placement on the property • Milestone will follow all necessary processes for tower construction—public notification, special use permits,zoning approval,etc. • Milestone has a proven process for community engagement in development of sites In response to question of the need for a middle person to negotiate contracts with local carriers,Ms. Chaney explained that the County would have no financial investment in the construction of the structures and no overhead for management of the leases. Currently, the County has a tower in the Flemington community and Emergency Management manages the lease. Jennifer Bond, sales representative with Milestone Communications,responded that the company has site acquisition specialists who work with the carriers to determine best site locations for gaps in service area. While carriers may be more interested in getting towers set up quickly to meet their service needs, Milestone constructs NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 33 REGULAR MEETING,JULY 11,2016 PAGE 577 towers to blend into the existing environment and aggressively markets the available sites to the carriers. The company manages the sites and ensures that appropriate equipment is installed and accurate revenues collected for replacement equipment. The County approves a list of available sites and participates on a review board for the design and construction projects. The company submits detailed plans to the Commissioners for approval at public meetings. Proposed lease agreements are for ten-year terms with three five-year renewal options for a total of 25 years. Commissioner White commented that unless there is justification,such as in emergency management or other public policy,he believed that the proposed contract and use of County property would give a competitive edge to the County because of the overhead associated with the private sectors costs of doing business. He believed that governments should not compete with businesses. In discussion of the demand for more towers, Ms. Bond pointed out that although carriers are required to collocate with other carriers, they may not necessarily consider collocation a priority when constructing a tower. Milestone would aggressively market open space and build attractive towers that blend into the environment and serve three to five carriers. Vice-Chairman Barfield commented that the County should work directly with AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile and other carriers to let them know of available County sites and allow them to build their own infrastructure. Commissioner Watkins pointed out that Milestone has offered an expertise in maintenance and revenue collections for cell phone towers that the County does not have; nonetheless,he believed that many questions were unanswered and suggested more information be provided to the Board before making a decision on the proposal. Chairman Dawson supported continuing efforts of developing private/public partnerships and asked if certain areas of the county have been identified as being underserved. Ms. Bond responded that generally speaking,carriers are definitely in a capacity-constrained environment due to the many devices and large amounts of data flowing through the networks. Most often county-owned properties are good locations for placement of towers and usually the properties are larger and better able to accommodate the towers. The best way to determine the needs of the carriers is to offer locations that the County is willing to lease. Then the carriers would decide the areas they need to increase their coverage. Commissioner Zapple requested information on revenue projections and the estimated number of towers to be built on County property prior to the Board making a decision. Ms. Bond reported that a typical Milestone pole contributes more than $400,000 to a local government for a ten-year period and said that she will prepare financial projections for the County. Motion: Commissioner Zapple MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Watkins,to table the request for awarding a contract to Milestone Communications until additional information is received on financial revenue projections for the County. Upon vote,the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. In discussion, Commissioner White requested an analysis from staff on the propriety of local/county governments performing the proposed function as opposed to the private sector and the impact the proposal would have on local providers. County Manager Coudriet responded that state legislators recently authorized local governments to pursue this type of business approach in North Carolina. However, staff can provide an analysis of counties in South Carolina,Virginia, and Maryland. He requested that the Board consider an additional analysis on the value of having 20%reserved capacity for County use. Ms. Chaney noted that the County currently leases space on a couple of towers for radio communications,but in the future,more towers may be needed to meet public safety requirements as changes in technology demands even more capacity for coverage. She said that staff could provide the requested data by September. Chairman Dawson tabled the item until September 6, 2016,in order for the Board to receive an analysis of the financial revenue projections and other pertinent information. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF 2016 COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN Chairman Dawson opened the public hearing and requested staff to make its presentation. Planning and Inspections Director Chris O'Keefe requested the Board to adopt the County's first comprehensive plan,Plan NHC: Charting the Course. He reported that staff has worked diligently for almost three years to craft a plan that will satisfy CAMA Land Use requirements and steer growth and development in the unincorporated County. In the past, development was focused on the protection of its natural resources by limiting density in developments;however,the County will need to plan for an additional 123,000 people by 2040. Plan NHC does away with the urban services boundary and land classification dignations, but adds defined place types that include pictures and descriptions of scale and density to help convey how development should look and perform. Quality of place in both developed and undeveloped areas can be achieved without harming natural resources. Although non-regulatory, maps and text descriptions show important resources that will help guide the development process. Chapter 5 of the plan contains the action plan with implementation strategies and guidelines aligned with the County's strategic plan. Considerable efforts by the Planning Board and stakeholders have guided the creation of the strategies. Perhaps the most significant strategy is the creation of a Unified Development Ordinance,which will be a complete rewrite of the existing zoning ordinance and include all County development regulations, such as the subdivision, stormwater,and flood regulations into one ordinance. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 33 REGULAR MEETING,JULY 11,2016 PAGE 578 Senior Planner Jennifer Rigby presented an overview of the comprehensive plan process highlighting the following: • Process began with Joint Work Session between Commissioners and Planning Board in July 2013: • Facilitated by David Owens,UNC School of Government: • Create a plan for quality decision making at staff level and policymaking level • Build on commitment of being a model of good governance • Multi-year process in phases to allow for community engagement at key stages in the process • Board validation of each section of the plan: • Chapter 1: Public Engagement Plan Strategy; adopted November 2013 • Chapter 2: Existing Conditions; adopted November 2014 • Chapter 3: Framing the Policy; adopted September 2015 • Chapter 4: Visualizing the Future; adopted January 2016: • Included Natural Systems Maps(former Exceptional Resources Maps): • Aquifer Sensitivity Map and Potential Wetlands Map provide accurate information: • Location of aquifer recharge areas • Valuable information for the development process • Community concerned with the accuracy of the maps • Aquifer Sensitivity Map: • State Groundwater Management Chief changed opinion and said technology used to create map was outdated: • Recommended to talk with hydrologist,use new technologies to create a map outlining various recharge areas,and remove map from plan • The map was removed based on it not being a required element of the plan and due to the complexity of aquifers: • Replaced with general information about concerns of potential contamination from wells and septic tanks and ensuring sufficient water supply • Staff encourages the extension of water and sewer to prevent contamination from wells and failing septic tanks • Staff recommends a separate regional groundwater study performed by hydrologists to: • Understand the current status of the aquifer and to protect it for the future • Determine future water needs and how best to use the aquifer to address the needs • Potential Wetland Areas Maps: • Maps were provided for informational and educational purposes: • Inclusion of maps in CAMA and Comprehensive Plans are best management practice • Community members concerned and confused about the validity of the maps • Official delineated wetlands maps do not exist and not practical to produce: • Conditions change;wetland determinations valid for five years • Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of plan at June 2,2016 meeting: • Removed both maps from the plan: • Staff maintains that including the maps are best management practice • Add reference of web links to the National Wetlands Inventory,the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service, and the N.C. Division of Coastal Management: • Links to the location of the maps will successfully share the information and address community concerns • Chapter 5: Building the Future: Implementation Initiatives and Guidelines: • Focus on implementation and aligning plan with the County's Strategic Plan and Vision: • Aligned with the Capital Improvement Plan and Budget Process • Resilient to shifting priorities and available funding • Provides the framework for a new Unified Development Ordinance or Zoning Ordinance • Establishes a two pronged approach to implement each goal: • Implementation initiative: • Plans,programs,or projects to be reviewed on an annual basis along with the budget process • Implementation guidelines: • Provides recommendations for developers to consider during the development process • Becomes the framework for a new Unified Development Ordinance or Zoning Ordinance • Held three Planning Board work sessions with stakeholders to ensure consistency and clarity of plan • Aligns with Strategic Plan centered around Economic Development and Intelligent Growth, Superior Education and Workforce,and Superior Public Health and Public Safety • Next Steps: • Bridging the Gap ordinance/text amendment to clarify references in the current zoning ordinance from the 2006 CAMA Plan to the 2016 Comprehensive Plan: • Policy-neutral text amendment to clean up language until the new Unified Development Ordinance is adopted NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 33 REGULAR MEETING,JULY 11,2016 PAGE 579 In conclusion, Ms. Rigby requested the Board to validate Chapter 5: Building the Future and to adopt the 2016 Comprehensive Plan with the effective date to coincide with the adoption of the`Bridging the Gap"ordinance. In discussion,Commissioner Zapple thanked staff for the tremendous amount of work in preparing the plan, agreed with staff s recommendation of a comprehensive groundwater study, and supported the need for a detailed report on the major aquifer systems including the natural recharging functions of the aquifer. Commissioner White suggested partnering with CFPUA for their guidance and expertise in water quality issues. Vice-Chairman Barfield supported staff s recommendation of extending water and sewer services throughout the County and in particular, short-term initiatives should be coordinated with CFPUA capital plan for the Castle Hayne area. As it may take a capital investment by the County,he suggested that the cost for the expansion needs to be determined and the County should plan and budget for the investment in order to protect water quality and the environment. Chairman Dawson opened the public hearing to receive comments from those who had signed in to speak. Karen Dunn of N.C. Coastal Federation expressed appreciation for allowing extensive public input into the planning process of the comprehensive plan and on behalf of the Coastal Federation spoke in support of the following: • Include the natural systems maps for planning/educational purposes, as they are non-regulatory and the removal of the maps would be detrimental to establishing sound development guidelines: • The Commissioners' adoption of Chapter 4 "Visualizing the Future"included the breakout of the exceptional resources area map into six separate maps, which more accurately reveal areas of potential urban/high density development and areas where limited development should occur • Maintain the wetlands map in Plan NHC as other coastal counties include an environmental composite map within their CAMA Land Use Plans • Update the aquifer resources map with more current data as recommended by the NC Division of Water Resources • Amend staff s proposed "Aquifer System text" in Chapter 4 to include threats from over pumping of water resources from mining, industrial, and agricultural withdrawals throughout the Cape Fear River Watershed and sea level rise • Collaborate regionally to safeguard resilient water resources In conclusion,Ms.Dunn stated that the Coastal Federation is committed to help guide the County in creating a future where other generations can enjoy a prosperous economy,and continue to experience unique ecosystems and quality of life; and she thanked the Commissioners for the opportunity to participate in drafting Plan NHC. Roger Shew, a geologist with UNC Wilmington and a member of one of the theme committees for the comprehensive plan, said he was pleased that many of the goals offered by the citizen groups were included in the plan. However,he believed that the wetlands and aquifer maps should be included in the plan as they indicate quickly that certain areas must be studied in more detail when considering developments. He supported the Planning Board's amendment that special use permits for high intensity mining activity should require an analysis of the aquifer recharge areas, as well as any activity that potentially impacts surface or subsurface waters. He agreed with the state that the LeGrand recharge map needs updating to include data from the Lautier studies,U.S.G.S. surveys of 2011 and 2014, and a hydrogeology study of the region. He presented modified maps of the LeGrand map that he had updated to include some of the data from the U.S.G.S. surveys and he offered his assistance in working with the Planning Department to update the aquifer map and analyze the data for potential recharge areas. While the Board may consider a groundwater study for the County, he reported that State House Bill 186,proposed by Representative Rick Catlin and supported by local legislators, allows for a study of water resources in the Cape Fear River Watershed and that data should be included in the County's groundwater study. Furthermore,the County may want to consider the data from another U.S.G.S. study planned for Southeastern North Carolina and Northeastern South Carolina that will look at critical water issues of aquifer storage and recovery, saltwater intrusion, and inter-basin transfers, etc. Mr. Shew said that he supports growth in the County,but the environment dramatically impacts economic issues and he pointed out that the County's natural resources are the root of its tax base. Edmond McCaffray,a resident of the Ogden area for twenty-five years,spoke on the importance of wetlands as a national resource and the significance of the national wetlands inventory. He supported the inclusion of the wetland maps as part of the comprehensive plan. Tyler Newman,Business Alliance for a Sound Economy and advocacy partner with the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce and the Wilmington Homebuilders Association, spoke in support of the revised and recommended version of the comprehensive plan. He believed the plan is critical for continued prosperity in the County and that the group's main concern has been the clarity of the rules,regulations and processes in order to bring investments forward, which is why they supported the removal of the wetlands and aquifer maps from the plan. As environmental professionals and the Corps of Engineers will continue to delineate wetlands, a model map is not necessary. Mr. Newman agreed that a groundwater study would be prudent in moving forward due to the complexities of aquifers; and he requested the Board to adopt the version of the comprehensive plan as recommended by the Planning Board. Shane Johnson,of Wilmington Regional Association of Realtors(WRAR)and on behalf of its 250 members, spoke in support of the recommended comprehensive plan. He thanked staff and his colleagues for the collaborative effort of working together to find a balanced plan for future growth as well as protection of the environment. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 33 REGULAR MEETING,JULY 11,2016 PAGE 580 Cameron Moore, of the Wilmington-Cape Fear Homebuilders Association, spoke in support of the recommended comprehensive plan. Priss Endo, a resident of Lucky Fish Lane, commented that although the comprehensive plan is focused on sustainability, she did not believe the goal would be achieved without judicious use and conservation of water resources. She requested the Board to include the aquifer sensitivity map and wetlands map in the comprehensive plan to address water quality and quantity issues. Furthermore, she supported upgrading the LeGrand map with data from U.S.G.S. surveys until a new groundwater study is completed. In response to public comments,Ms.Rigby commented that staff does believe the aquifer sensitivity map is important which is why language was included in the implementation section of the plan to update this information. Typically, comprehensive plans do not include the addition of a groundwater study and updating the aquifer map is outside the scope of the project. However, staff does support the groundwater study as a separate project from the plan. Chairman Dawson closed the public hearing and requested direction from the Board. Commissioner Zapple agreed that the County should move forward in getting a focused comprehensive groundwater study so that information could be used as the foundation for future decisions. The study should not delay the adoption and implementation of the comprehensive plan, but new information should be provided and become a part of the plan to help guide the Board. In regards to concerns over the wetlands map not being a part of the comprehensive plan, he noted that three web sites could provide detailed maps to developers and homeowners about the wetlands. Chairman Dawson reported that the Planning Board voted 5 to 0 to recommend adoption of the comprehensive plan with some changes that were incorporated into the draft plan. She requested direction from the Board. Motion: Commissioner White MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Watkins, to adopt a resolution validating "Building the Future" as the fifth chapter within the Comprehensive Plan, and adopt all five chapters, the prologue and the appendix as the final 2016 Comprehensive Plan:Plan NHC. The effective date of the plan shall coincide with a text amendment to the zoning ordinance,which will provide clarification to references from the 2006 CAMA Plan to the 2016 Comprehensive Plan. Upon vote,the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A lengthy discussion was held on whether to begin the process for a groundwater study. Commissioner Zapple said that he wanted to ensure the County moves forward with a study in order to develop a comprehensive groundwater plan for future growth, but the Board will need to know the appropriate mechanism to determine the scope of the project and the costs. CFPUA,the Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority,as well as other partners should be included in developing the framework for an RFQ. Commissioner White commented that CFPUA provides routine updates of ample water capacity and said that it may be better for the Board to hear a presentation from CFPUA,Mr. Shew or others before initiating an RFQ for a groundwater study. Commissioner Zapple said that staff could develop practical techniques to use on a long-range basis that would allow for recharge of the aquifer. However, a collective study would bring all the scenarios, verifiable professional opinions and updated information about the County together for the Board to consider when making decisions for a comprehensive groundwater plan to protect water resources for the future. Motion: Commissioner Zapple MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Barfield, to direct staff to explore development of an RFQ for a comprehensive groundwater plan and to give a full report to the Board on the findings of the stakeholders,including the estimated cost for the study,before moving forward with the RFQ. In discussion,County Manager Coudriet said that it might take some time to get all the relevant stakeholders together to develop the scope of work and to determine the cost. However,he would report to the Commissioners on a deliverable timeline. Once the Board has heard the report and given further direction,staff would draft an RFQ for Board approval. Vote Result: Upon vote,the MOTION CARRIED 3 to 2. Commissioners White and Watkins voted in opposition. A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XL, Page 13.3. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS Appointments to the Inspections Department Advisory Council Chairman Dawson reported that four vacancies exist on the Inspections Department Advisory Council with four applicants eligible for reappointment. Motion: Commissioner Watkins MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner White,to reappoint Ronald Allen, Sean Lewis, Garry S.Pape,and David L. Smith to serve three-year terms on the Inspections Department Advisory Council with the terms to expire July 31,2019. Upon vote,the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BOOK 33 REGULAR MEETING,JULY 11,2016 PAGE 581 Appointments to the Planning Board Chairman Dawson reported that three vacancies exist on the Planning Board with one applicant eligible for reappointment and eight applications available for consideration. Chairman Dawson nominated Allen Pope for the unexpired term. Vice-Chairman Barfield seconded the nomination. Commissioner Zapple nominated Edward T. Shipley, III for reappointment and Paul D. Boney for appointment. Vice-Chairman Barfield seconded the nominations. Commissioner White nominated Damien L.Buchanan. Commissioner Watkins seconded the nomination. Commissioner Watkins nominated Fred Gainey. Vote Results: The Commissioners voted unanimously to appoint Allen Pope to serve an unexpired term on the Planning Board with the term to expire July 31, 2017 and to reappoint Edward T. Shipley, III to serve a three-year term on the Planning Board with the term to expire July 31, 2019. Receiving a majority vote, the Commissioners appointed Paul D.Boney to serve a three-year term on the Planning Board with the term to expire on July 31,2019. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEM Chairman Dawson reported that no one had signed up to speak on non-agenda items. ADDITIONAL ITEMS Vice-Chairman Barfield asked everyone to remember our country in prayer during this time of tragic loss of life and unrest. He noted that he would be meeting with the sheriff and his staff to learn more about the protocols in place for community policing in the county. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business,Chairman Dawson adjourned the meeting at 6:21 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Teresa P.Elmore Clerk to the Board Please note that the above minutes are not a verbatim record of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners meeting. The entire proceedings are available for review and checkout at all New Hanover County Libraries and on-line at www.nhcgov.com.