2004-10-04 Regular Meeting
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 149
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, October 4, 2004,
at 5:30 p.rn. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Wilmington,
NC.
Members present were: Chairman Robert G. Greer; Vice-Chairman Julia Boseman; Commissioner William
A. Caster; Commissioner Ted Davis, Jr.; Commissioner Nancy H. Pritchett; County Manager, Allen O'Neal; County
Attorney, Wanda M. Copley; and Clerk to the Board, Sheila 1. Schult.
Chairman Greer called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone present.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dr. Guy M. Glass, Pastor of Myrtle Grove Evangelical Presbyterian Church, gave the invocation.
Commissioner Davis led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Chairman Greer asked if any member of the Board would like to discuss or remove an item from the
Consent Agenda.
Commissioner Caster requested clarification of Consent Agenda Items 3 and 5.
After clarification of Consent Agenda Items 3 and 5 and hearing no further discussion, Chairman Greer
called for a motion to approve the items on the Consent Agenda.
Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Boseman to approve the items on the
Consent Agenda as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes
The Commissioners approved the minutes of the following meeting as presented by the Clerk to the Board:
Regular Meeting - September 20, 2004
Adoption of Resolution to Add Roads to the State Road System
The Commissioners adopted a resolution to add the following roads to the State Road System:
. Newbury Way, Thurgood Road, Rothbury Way, Selkirk Court and Valor Drive in Whitney Pines and
Newbury Woods Subdivisions (Div. File No. 1047-N)
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 7.1.
Acceptance of 2004 FEMA Fire Act Grant and Approval of Budget Amendment #05-0049 - Fire Services
The Commissioners accepted the 2004 FEMA Fire Act Grant from the Department of Fire Services in the
amount of $45,780 and approved the associated budget amendment #05-0049. The money will be used to purchase
new protective clothing to replace aged fire suits. Training equipment and supplies are also included in this grant for
fire fighter safety programs. This grant requires a 30% local match, which was budgeted in FY 04-05 for a total
program funding in the amount of $65,400.
Budget Amendment #05-0049 - Fire Services District
Adjustment
Debit
Credit
Fire Departments:
FEMA Fire Act Funding
Administrative Reserve
Firefighting Supplies
Safety Equipment
$45,780
$19,620
$29,400
$36,000
Explanation: FEMA Fire Act funding for the fire fighter safety equipment.
Adoption of Resolution to Award Contract #05-0013 to Pierce Manufacturing, Incorporated - Fire Services
The Commissioners adopted a resolution to award contract #05-0013 with Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. in the
amount of $160,000 for the purchase of a fire truck for the 421 Fire Station. Through G.S. l43-l29(g) the County is
allowed to "piggy back" on another government's contract if the vendor is willing to provide the item at the same or
better price and terms. The City of Carson, Nevada awarded a contract to Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. on February
19, 2004. Pierce Manufacturing has extended the same pricing to New Hanover County.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 7.2.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 150
Adoption of Resolution to Award Contract #05-0014 to C.W. Williams & Company, Inc. and Approval of
Budget Amendment #05-0050 - Fire Services
The Commissioners adopted a resolution to approve contract #05-0014 with C.W. Williams & Company,
Inc., in the amount of $387,548 for the purchase of a fire truck for the Myrtle Grove Fire Station and approved the
associated budget amendment #05-0050.
Through G.S. l43-l29(g) the County is allowed to "piggy back" on another government's contract if the
vendor is willing to provide the item at the same or better price and terms. The Town of Norwood, Massachusetts
awarded a contract to the regional E-One, Inc. authorized dealer for the purchase of an E-One fire truck. The
purchase order was issued on April 8, 2004 in the amount of $387,548. E-One, Inc. has agreed to extend the same
pricing to New Hanover County through their regional authorized dealer, C. W. Williams & Co., Inc.
Budget Amendment #05-0050 - Special Fire Services District
Adjustment
Debit
Credit
Fire Departments:
Motor Vehicle Purchases
Administrative Reserve
$388,548
$388,548
Explanation: Move funds from Administrative Reserve into 6450 motor vehicle account to purchase E-One
Fire Truck for Myrtle Grove Fire Station. The actual cost of the truck is $387,548 but an additional $1,000 is needed
for payment to NC Motor Vehicles when the title and tag is requested. This $1,000 is a highway use tax and is not
reimbursable to New Hanover County.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 7.3.
Approval of Budget Amendment #05-0048 - County Commissioners/Emergency Management
The Commissioners approved the following budget amendment:
Budget Amendment #05-0048 - County CommissionersÆmergencv Management
Adjustment
Debit
Credit
General Fund:
County Commissioners
Appropriated Fund Balance
Emergency Management:
Communications Tower
Contracted Services
$50,200
$50,200
Explanation: Carry-over funds from FY 03-04 to FY 04-05 for the engineering contract for the 800 MHz
Radio System Project at LORAN Station.
Approval of Budget Amendment #05-0050 - County Commissioners/Emergency Management
The Commissioners approved the following budget amendment:
Budget Amendment #05-0050 - IT/Inspections/Auto. Enhance. and Preservation Fund
Adjustment
Debit
Credit
Auto. Enhance. & Preservation Fund:
Register of Deeds:
Capital Outlay
Transfer to General Fund
General Fund:
Information Technology:
Transfer In (from 115)
Contracted Services
Inspections:
Capital Outlay
$25,000
$25,000
$25,000
$34,000
$9,000
Explanation: To consolidate leasing of computer hardware in the IT Department. The lease will allow for a
major expansion of servers and storage to facilitate several projects for this fiscal year including: Inspections,
Click2Gov and Register of Deeds storage expansion.
Approval of Budget Amendment #05-0054 - Human Relations - HUD
The Commissioners approved the following budget amendment:
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 151
Budget Amendment #05-0054 - Human Relations - HUD
Adjustment
Debit
Credit
HUD Grant:
Contracted Services
Training and Travel
$80,561
$50,000
$30,561
Explanation: To rollover unexpended grant funds from FY 03-04 to FY 04-05.
REGULAR ITEMS OF BUSINESS
CONSIDERATION OF PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 2004 AS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
AWARENESS MONTH IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Chairman Greer reported that Angel Funk, Advocate/Outreach Coordinator with Domestic Violence Shelter
and Services, Inc., requests that the Board consider proclaiming October 2004 Domestic Violence Awareness Month
in New Hanover County.
Vice-Chairman Boseman read the proclamation into the record.
Chairman Greer requested a motion for adoption.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Boseman MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett to adopt the resolution
declaring October 2004 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in New Hanover County. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 7.4.
CONSIDERATION OF PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 3 - 9, 2004 AS FIRE PREVENTION
WEEK
Chairman Greer reported that the Commissioners have been requested to proclaim October 3-9, 2004 as
Fire Prevention Week. The theme is "It's Fire Prevention Week: Test Your Smoke Alarms."
Commissioner Pritchett read the proclamation into the record.
Chairman Greer requested a motion for adoption.
Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Boseman to adopt the resolution
declaring October 3-9, 2004 as Fire Prevention Week in New Hanover County. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 7.5.
PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE NEW HANOVER
COUNTY MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing and requested Senior Planner Chris O'Keefe to present
background on the request.
Senior Planner Chris O'Keefe introduced Darrin Punchard with PBS&J who reported that the County is
required by November 2004 to have a State and FEMA approved Hazard Mitigation Plan in order to remain eligible
to receive state and federal assistance in the event of a declared disaster affecting the County. New Hanover County
completed a multi-jurisdictional plan with the City of Wilmington and the Town of Kure Beach. The North Carolina
Division of Emergency Management, pending the completion of local adoption procedures, has approved this plan.
The City of Wilmington and the Town ofKure Beach will adopt the plan after the County.
There being no one present to speak in favor or opposition, Chairman Greer closed the public hearing, read
the resolution into the record and requested a motion for adoption.
Commissioner Caster requested that the record reflect that the resolution being approved only approves the
Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and does not approve the specifics listed in the Plan.
Commissioner Pritchett clarified that Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach have chosen to initiate
separate Hazard Mitigation Plans.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Boseman MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett to adopt the Resolution for
the New Hanover County Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSL Y.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 7.6.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 152
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REQUEST BY JAMES BAKER AND PATRICIA RUSSELL FOR A
SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO LOCATE A RESIDENTIAL DUPLEX IN AN R-I0 RESIDENTIAL ZONING
DISTRICT LOCATED AT 4910 WILDERNESS ROAD (S-523, 09/04)
Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing and announced that the special use process requires a quasi-
judicial hearing; therefore, the Clerk to the Board must swear in any person wishing to testifY. He requested all
persons who signed in to speak or who want to present testimony to step forward to be sworn in:
The following persons were sworn in:
Dexter Hayes
Patricia Russell
Planning Director Dexter Hayes reported that the petitioner, Patricia Russell, presented her request at the
Planning Board meeting on September 2, 2004, to build an addition to her existing home for her elderly parents. A
separate living unit attached to the home is by definition a duplex. No one spoke in support or opposition and the
Planning Board voted 6-0 to recommend approval. The proposal is consistent with the Land Use Plan and Staff
recommends approval
Planning Director Hayes entered the following findings into the record:
1. The Board must find that the use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located
where proposed and developed according to the plan as submitted and approved.
A. The subject property is located within the Myrtle Grove VFD.
B. The site has access to Wilderness Road, which is a public right-of-way.
C. The site is served by City Water and County Sewer.
D. The proposed duplex is an addition to the rear of the existing home and attached to the main
structure by a breezeway.
2. The Board must find that the use meets all required conditions and specifications of the zoning
ordinance.
A. The subject parcel is within the R-lO Residential Zoning District and is approximately 19,000
square feet.
B. The proposed project meets all required setbacks.
C. Duplexes are permitted by special use permit in the R-lO Residential District provided the lot is a
minimum of 15,000 square feet.
3. The Board must find that the use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property or that the use is a public necessity.
A. The subject property is located in an R-lO residential district. Duplexes are permitted by special
use permit in the R -10 district.
B. No evidence has been presented to indicate that the proposed use will injure property values.
4. The Board must find that the location and character of the use if developed according to the plan as
submitted and approved will be in harmony with the area in which it is to be located and in general
conformity with the plan of development for New Hanover County.
A. The site is classified as Developed by the New Hanover County Comprehensive Plan. The purpose of
the developed class is to provide for continued intensive development and redevelopment of
existing urban areas.
B. Housing policies in the comprehensive plan state that "The County and City shall continue to support
and enhance a broad range of affordable housing programs and increase affordable rental
housing. "
Petitioner Patricia Russell stated that she agreed with the Findings of Facts.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Greer closed the public hearing and requested direction from the
Board.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Boseman to approve the request by
Patricia Russell for a Special Use Permit to locate a residential duplex in an R-lO Residential Zoning District located
at 4910 Wilderness Road based upon the evidence presented and the Findings of Facts. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNAIMOUSL Y.
A copy of the Special Use Permit is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in SUP
Book 3, Page 29.1.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REQUEST BY SENCA PROPERTIES, LLC TO REZONE
APPROXIMATELY 3.36 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE 9000 BLOCK OF MARKET
STREET FROM R-15 RESIDENTIAL TO CD (0&1) CONDITIONAL USE OFFICE AND
INSTITUTIONAL (Z-785, 09/04)
Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing and announced that the rezoning request requires a quasi-
judicial hearing; therefore, the Clerk to the Board must swear in any person wishing to testifY. He requested all
persons who signed in to speak or who want to present testimony to step forward to be sworn in:
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 153
The following persons were sworn in:
Dexter Hayes
Hormoze Goudarzi
Mike Nadeau
Mark Ragozzino
N.R. Skipper, Jr.
Planning Director Hayes reported that the pelllloner presented the request and explained that the
Ambulatory Surgery Clinic would be operated as a partnership between New Hanover Regional Medical Center and
a large group of physicians. No one spoke in opposition. The Planning Board voted 4-0 to recommend approval with
the following three conditions: 1) A tree survey of all regulated and significant trees shall be provided prior to final
review by the Board of Commissioners as required by Section 67 of the Zoning Ordinance; 2) The applicant shall
not receive any land disturbance permits for the subject project unless an acceptable master plan for the remainder of
the Sidbury properties is approved by the Board of Commissioners; and 3) Intersection designs shall be consistent
with any access management plan for the Highway 17 corridor which may include the relocation or elimination of
driveways. The proposed plan is consistent with the Land Use Plan with conditions and Staff recommends
approval.
Planning Director Hayes entered the following findings into the record:
1. The Board must find that the use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located
where proposed and developed according to the plan as submitted and approved.
A. The subject property is located within the Ogden VFD.
B. The site has access to Market Street (US 17), which is classified as an Arterial Road by the New
Hanover County Thoroughfare Classification Plan.
C. County Water and Sewer is proposed.
D. The proposed project includes an approximately 17,400 square foot building with 165 parking
spaces on 3.36 acres.
2. The Board must find that the use meets all required conditions and specifications of the zoning
ordinance.
A. Hospitals are permitted in the O&I zoning district.
B. A site plan, which can meet all of the conditions of the zoning ordinance, has been submitted.
C. Minimum setbacks and buffers from residential districts and right of ways are shown on the plan,
however these requirements may change with future phases of the envisioned medical office
complex.
D. The addition of future phases of this project may trigger the traffic study requirement.
3. The Board must find that the use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property or that the use is a public necessity.
A. The proposed zoning for the subject property is Conditional Use O&I
B. Hospitals are permitted in the O&I district.
C. No other medical facilities of this type are available nearby.
D. The subject parcel is part of a larger parcel. The surrounding property is vacant and zoned R-15
residential.
E. No evidence has been presented to indicate that the proposed use will injure property values.
4. The Board must find that the location and character of the use if developed according to the plan as
submitted and approved will be in harmony with the area in which it is to be located and in general
conformity with the plan of development for New Hanover County.
A. The site is classified as Resource Protection by the New Hanover County Comprehensive Plan.
The purpose of the Resource Protection class is to provide for the preservation and protection of
important natural, historic, scenic, wildlife and recreational resources. The Resource Protection
class has been developed in recognition of the fact that New Hanover County, one of the most
urbanized counties in the State, still contains numerous areas of environmental or cultural
sensitivity which merit protection from urban land uses.
Chairman Greer asked if any persons sworn in by the Clerk to the Board would like to speak in favor of the
request.
Mike Nadeau representing SENCA Properties, LLC explained that the Ambulatory Surgery Clinic would
be operated as a partnership between New Hanover County Regional Medical Center and a group of 105 local
physicians. The Planning Board conditions as presented are acceptable.
Dr. Hormoze Goudarzi, a physician in the partnership, spoke in favor of the request stating that the
proposed project would address the growing need for operating rooms in New Hanover County and southeastern
Pender County.
Attorney N. R. Skipper, Jr., on behalf of the Sidbury family, the former owners of the property, spoke in
favor of the proposed proj ect.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 154
Dr. Mark Ragozzino, a physician in the partnership, spoke in favor of the request stating that the proposed
project would improve surgical access for residents in New Hanover, Pender and Onslow Counties.
Chairman Greer asked if anyone from the public wished to speak in opposition to the request.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Greer closed the public hearing and requested direction from the
Board on the proposed rezoning request.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Boseman MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster to rezone approximately 3.36
acres of property located in the 9000 block of Market Street from R-15 Residential to CD (O&I) Conditional Use
Office and Institutional. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNAIMOUSL Y.
A copy of AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER AMENDING THE ZONING
MAP OF ZONING AREA NO.5 OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTED, is hereby
incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Zoning Book I, Section 5, Page 52.
Chairman Greer called for a motion to grant a Special Use Permit.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Boseman MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster to grant a Special Use Permit
to SENCA Properties, LLC to operate an Ambulatory Surgical Unit in the 9000 block of Market Street based upon
the evidence presented and findings of facts with the following conditions; 1) A tree survey of all regulated and
significant trees shall be provided prior to final review by the Board of Commissioners as required by Section 67 of
the Zoning Ordinance; 2) The applicant shall not receive any land disturbance permits for the subject project unless
an acceptable master plan for the remainder of the Sidbury properties is approved by the Board of Commissioners;
and 3) Intersection designs shall be consistent with any access management plan for the Highway 17 corridor which
may include the relocation or elimination of driveways. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Special Use Permit is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in the
SUP Book 3, Page 29.2.
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO ESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARING DATE TO
CLOSE PORTION OF PINE AVENUE (SC-80, 08/04)
Planning Director Hayes reported that Bob Jones, PLS for the Carlson family is requesting the Board to
consider establishing a public hearing date to close a portion of Pine Avenue located near Santa Maria Avenue,
Porters Neck Community. The unimproved 20-foot right of way is located near the eastern end of Santa Maria
Avenue, Porters Neck Community (Plat Book 4, Page 28). In accordance with N.C.G.S. l53A-24l, a Resolution of
Intent to close a road or easement must be adopted prior to scheduling a public hearing. The purpose of the road-
closing proposal is for the purpose of adjusting property boundaries of the adjoining lots.
County Engineering has reviewed the road-closing petition and has indicated that utility and/or drainage
easements along with a sewer lift station may be needed along the northern portion of the roadway. This road right
of way has also been identified in the Public Water Access Plan for New Hanover County (1986) as a potential
public access area to Pages Creek. Future utility infrastructure development and water access opportunities should be
considered by the Board in deciding whether to proceed with the Resolution of Intent to close this portion of Pine
Avenue. If the Board adopts the Resolution of Intent, a public hearing is proposed for November 8, 2004. Staff
does not recommend closing the portion of Pine Avenue.
Chairman Greer asked if anyone from the public wished to speak in favor of or opposition to the request.
Attorney David Huffine, representing the Carlson Family, spoke in favor of the public hearing date being
set.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Boseman to approve the Resolution of
Intent to establish a public hearing date on November 8, 2004 to close a portion of Pine Avenue located near Santa
Maria Avenue, Porters Neck Community. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 7.7.
CONSIDERATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER AND 911
CENTER CONTRACT # 03-0211
Senior Project Manager Max Maxwell reported that, as directed by the Board of Commissioners on July 12,
2004, staff advertised and received bids on September 16, 2004, for the construction of the new EOC/9ll Center.
The apparent low bidder for this project was Bradley-Barnes Construction Company in the amount of $1,801,140.
Staff recommends that the project be awarded to Bradley-Barnes Construction Company in the amount of
$1,801,140 and the Chairman be authorized to execute the contract.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett to award Contract #03-0211 to
Bradley-Barnes Construction Company in the amount of $1,801,140 for the construction of the new EOC/9ll Center
and to authorize the Chairman to execute the contract. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED 4 to 1. Commissioner
Davis voted in opposition.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 155
A copy of the contract is on file in the legal department.
CONSIDERATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER AND 911
CENTER COMMUNICATION TOWER CONTRACT #04-0204
Senior Project Manager Max Maxwell reported that in combination with the new EOC/9ll Center is an
erection of a 200' Communication Tower to be located at the New Hanover County Offices at Marketplace Drive.
Staff has received an authorization to construct permit from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and also a
Special Use Permit from the Wilmington City Council. This tower will provide communications for the new
EOC/9ll Center as well as numerous other agencies. Staff recommends that the project be awarded to Coastal
Electronics, Inc. in the amount of$299,27l and the Chairman be authorized to execute the contract.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett to award Contract #04-0204 to
Coastal Electronics, Inc. in the amount of $229,271 for the erection of a 200' Communication Tower to be located at
the New Hanover County Offices at Marketplace Drive and to authorize the Chairman to execute the contract. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED 4 to 1. Commissioner Davis voted in opposition.
A copy of the contract is on file in the legal department.
MEETING CONVENED FROM REGULAR SESSION TO HOLD A MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER
COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
Chairman Greer convened from Regular Session at 6:50 p.rn. to hold a meeting of the New Hanover County
Water and Sewer District.
Chairman Greer reconvened to Regular Session at 6:55 p.rn.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Greer announced that time had been reserved to allow the public to present an item that was not
listed on the regular agenda. He requested all persons speaking to limit their remarks to three minutes.
No items were presented.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Items Presented by Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Caster reported that he attended several meetings and events including a Health Seminar in
Raleigh, the Verizon ribbon cutting ceremony, the Port, Waterways and Beach Commission meeting, the Jail Open
House, the Winter Park Optimist Club 50th Anniversary Celebration, the reception for Police Chief Evangelous at St.
Nicholas Church, the Department of Social Services Board Meeting and the Children's Champions Breakfast.
Commissioner Caster asked County Manager O'Neal why the Board of Elections has decided to move the
upcoming election returns to Markeplace from the Courthouse and if this was the department's decision to make.
County Manager O'Neal clarified that the decision is for the Board of Elections to make and requested
Assistant County Manager Pat Melvin to clarifY the reasons for the change in location.
Assistant County Manager Melvin clarified that the decision to move the election returns from the
Assembly Room to the Marketplace location was to enhance staff efficiency and reporting to the state. She reported
that there were difficulties during the last election in reporting the elections results from the Courthouse. There will
be a big screen TV set-up and public seating will be provided.
Commissioner Caster reported that Congress passed a continuing resolution funding government from
October 1 to November 20, 2004, which contains language prohibiting the administration from enforcing its
proposed policy to stop funding beach re-nourishment projects.
Items Presented by Vice-Chairman Boseman
Vice-Chairman Boseman stated that it has come to the attention of the Board members that Dr. Howard
Armistead no longer resides in New Hanover County and is living in Pender County. Since it is a requirement to be a
resident of the County to serve on any County board, this information would excuse Dr. Armistead from his position
on the ABC Board.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Boseman MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Greer to authorize the Clerk to the Board
to compose a letter for the Chairman's signature thanking Dr. Armistead for his service to the County and excusing
him from his seat on the ABC Board and to advertise the vacant position.
After a brief discussion the motion was withdrawn and the consensus of the Board was that this item would
be placed on the November 8, 2004 meeting agenda and Dr. Armistead will be notified of the meeting.
Items Presented by Commissioner Pritchett
Commissioner Pritchett commented that she enjoyed attending a successful Big Sweep event where a total
of one ton of trash was collected, the Chamber of Commerce Infrastructure Committee where Rick Catlin gave an
update on funds for deepening the Cape Fear River and beach re-nourishment, the Military Cutoff Extension
Planning Meeting at the DOT, the Wrightsville Beach Babies Hospital Memorial Garden Dedication honoring
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 156
Babies Hospital and Dr. Sidbury, the Jail Open House, and the Art in the Garden reception.
Commissioner Pritchett gave a report from the Senior Services Forum, which is a pilot program that New
Hanover County is participating in and suggested that the Board be kept up to date on the committee findings.
Commissioner Pritchett reported that Melissa Hight has informed her that the Arboretum has been awarded
a two-year, $70,000 grant from the Cape Fear Foundation to expand the Ability Garden.
Commissioner Pritchett reported attending the Partnership for Children's Breakfast which recognizes
Children's Champions and congratulated the honorees Larry and Barbara Cannon as foster parents, Carol Ford with
NHRMC, Kathy Kittleston with the Fit for Fun Center, and Cystic Fibrosis volunteer Beth Moody.
Item Presented by Commissioner Davis
Commissioner Davis requested Assistant County Manager Weaver to explain why the communication
tower being built at the EOC/9ll Center will not provide coverage for the entire county.
Assistant County Manager Weaver responded that the 200' tower that is being built at the EOC/9ll Center
is not capable of providing service for the south end of the county but is as large as FAA regulations will allow. The
search for an appropriate site to cover the south end of the county is continuing.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Greer adjourned the meeting at 7: 15 p.rn.
Respectfully submitted,
Sheila 1. Schult
Clerk to the Board
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 4,2004
BOOK 30
PAGE 156
Babies Hospital and Dr. Sidbury, the Jail Open House, and the Art in the Garden reception.
Commissioner Pritchett gave a report from the Senior Services Forum, which is a pilot program that New
Hanover County is participating in and suggested that the Board be kept up to date on the committee findings.
Commissioner Pritchett reported that Melissa Hight has informed her that the Arboretum has been awarded
a two-year, $70,000 grant from the Cape Fear Foundation to expand the Ability Garden.
Commissioner Pritchett reported attending the Partnership for Children's Breakfast which recognizes
Children's Champions and congratulated the honorees Larry and Barbara Cannon as foster parents, Carol Ford with
NHRMC, Kathy Kittleston with the Fit for Fun Center, and Cystic Fibrosis volunteer Beth Moody.
Item Presented by Commissioner Davis
Commissioner Davis requested Assistant County Manager Weaver. to explain why the communication
tower being built at the EOC/911 Center will not provide coverage for the entire county.
Assistant County Manager Weaver responded that the 200' tower that is being built at the EOC/911 Center
is not capable of providing service for the south end of the county but is as large as FAA regulations will allow.' The
search for an appropriate site to cover the south end of the county is continuing.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Greer adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
~\i~ '-. ~tJ\\..\\
Sheila 1. Schult
Clerk to the Board
.
.
.