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ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, October 4, 1993, at 6:30 P.M. in the First Floor
Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Administration Building,
320 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, North Carolina.
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Members present were: Commissioners Sandra Barone; William A.
Caster; William E. Sisson, Jr.; Vice-Chairman E. L. Mathews, Jr.;
Chairman Robert G. Greer; County Manager, Allen 0' Neal; County
Attorney, Wanda M. Copley; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F.
Harrell.
Chairman Greer called the meeting to order and welcomed
everyone present.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Reverend Wayne Barkley, Pastor of the New Life Church Assembly
of God, gave the invocation.
Commissioner Sisson led the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Greer inquired as to whether anyone from the general
public would like to present an item not listed on the Regular
Agenda or comment on an item listed on the Consent Agenda.
The following items and comments were presented:
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Introduction of Veterans Services Officer
Mr. Harold Davis, Chairman of the New Hanover County Veterans
Council, introduced the new County Veterans Services Officer, Mr.
Bob Angeli.
Mr. Angeli expressed appreciation to the'Board for funding his
position and reported many County Veterans have already received
services. The Commissioners were invited to visit the office
located at 721 Market Street.
Chairman Greer welcomed Mr. Angeli to New Hanover County.
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Discussion of Decision to Join the Global TransPark Development
Zone
Mr. Dick Carter expressed concern for the enormous loss of
money to New Hanover County if the Commissioners decide to join the
Global TransPark Development Zone. Figures were presented on the
community multiplier factor which literally means New Hanover
County will experience-a revenue loss of $5 million on the $2.5
million forwarded out of New Hanover County, with a factor of 2-3.
This figure could increase to $7.5 million if transportation and
shipping are included in the multiplier factor. Stat~ments and
figures were quoted from a regional multiplier publication and from
the book entitled, "Macro-economics", as to the effect of one
person's spending becoming someone els~'a income and some of the
second person's income being spertt to become the fhcome of the
third person with this interchange constantly occurring. The
Commissioners were requested to reconsider their decision and vote
against joining the Global TransPark which will send a vast sum of
money out of New Hanover County.
Mr. Robert Kendrick requested the Commissioners to reconsider
the vote on the Global TransPark until fqrther study of this issue.
Concern was expressed for taxpayers money leaving New Hanover
County to construct a facility in Kinston, North Carolina, when
local funds are needed, to complete, th~ County-wide Sewer System,
which is badly needed in the northern part o~.~he County.
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Chairman Greer reported the funds forwarded to Global
TransPark will not be used to construct the runways or the cargo
facility in Kinston.
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Ms. Louise McColl, a member of the N. C. Economic Board,
reported no members serving on the N. C. Economic Board receive
pay. They are volunteer members. As a citizen born and raised in
New Hanover County and as a believer in the state of North
Carolina, she urges the Commissioners to stand by their decision to
join the Global TransPark Development Zone. This is a vision and
the County should be at the drawing board when this project becomes
a reality, which will bring money to Southeastern North Carolina.
Focus should be placed on economic growth and the jobs that will be
created for the entire area.
Discussion of Consent Agenda Item #3, Award of Bid for Two Roll Off
Trucks - New Hanover County Landfill
Mr. Tommy Gore, representing Triple T Parts & Equipment
Company, reported on August 17, 1993, a bid was submitted for two
roll off trucks to be used at the Landfill. Triple T was the only
bidder present and had complied to the specifications listed in the
bid proposal. The Finance Department had been notified that Triple
T would bid only the cab and chassis, not the hoist, and the
company was informed that this would be acceptable because other
bidders were submitting bids without including the hoist. When
attending the bid opening, only one bid was submitted and Triple T
was told the bid could be accepted because bid packages had been
forwarded to three other companies. After opening the bid, Triple
T was informed the bid could not be accepted because the bid bond
was insufficient.
Mr. Gore reported the bid bond was sufficient and presented
papers showing that Triple T had submitted a bid for two types of
trucks, a Mack truck and a White truck. The White truck, including
the performance bond, totaled $62,313.00. The bid bond was
$6,354.00 and was based on the Mack truck which was $63,005.47. In
the bid proposal, the bid bond was to be 5% of the proposal. The
Triple T proposal provided for the cab and chassis to be delivered
by December 15, 1993. At the bid opening, two other firms were
expected to be present, but did not show; therefore, the Finance
Department decided to check into this matter and re-bid the
project.
At the second bid opening on September 21, 1993, the Triple T
bid was $4,500 less than a firm in Rocky Mount, which is being
recommended for the bid award by the Finance Department due to an
earlier delivery date. It if felt this firm cannot deliver the
trucks until the last of January with 30-60 days needed for
installing the body. Due to rebidding the project, the County will
now have to wait for the trucks which are desperately needed at the
Landfill. Concern was expressed for Triple T not being awarded the
bid in August with a December delivery date.
Chairman Greer inquired as to whether the bid was opened on
August 15, 1993.
Mr. Gore reported the bid was opened and presented to the
Chairman the letter of notification relative to the insufficient
bid bond.
Purchasing Agent, Amy Akin, reported the bid bond was not 5%
of the proposed bid amount; therefore, under the State bidding law,
the bid could not. be accepted. After a phone conversation with Mr.
Gore, he understood why the bid was less than 5% and why the bid
was being rejected. At this point, he was in agreement with the
reason for rejecting the bid. Only one bid was received, which was
not of concern to Finance Department because the bid package had
been forwarded to several other firms. The receipt of one bid was
not the reason for rejecting the Triple T bid. The bid was
rejected because of an insufficient bid bond. The Finance
Department did check with other firms to see why bids had not been
submitted. The response was that not enough time had been allowed
to properly respond to the bid proposal. The second bid proposals
were sent to the various firms with a two week response time. The
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Triple T price is less; however, if the Tom Bailey Motors, Inc. bid
is awarded, the County will save $7,952 because of the delivery
time. Tom Bailey has one truck on site with installation of the
hoist. The other truck will be delivered within 40-45 days.
Triple T cannot deliver the trucks until April 15, 1994. Also,
the state bidding law allows the County to award a project to the
lowest responsible bidder considering quality, performance, and the
time specified in the bid proposal. It was clearly stated on the
first page of the proposal that time was of essence and that the
trucks were needed as soon as possible. From a purchasing
standpoint, the Tom Bailey Motors, Inc. bid is the lowest
responsible bidder because of the delivery date which will save
$7,952.
Chairman Greer inquired as to whether the bid bond was
sufficient?
Mr. Gore reported if the figure of the White truck is
multiplied by 5%, the bid bond is over the amount required. Also,
on the form received, it states that New Hanover County reserves
the right to allow or disallow minor deviations or technicalities
should the County deem it to be in the best interest of the County.
Mr. Gore reported if time was of essence the first bid submitted by
Triple T in August should have been awarded.
Consensus: After a lengthy discussion on the bid opening, it was
the consensus of the Board to defer action on the bid award and
discuss this matter at the continued meeting to be held on October
6, 1993, at 7:30 A.M. in the Library of the New Hanover County
Health Department.
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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Chairman Greer reported Consent Agenda Item #3 has been
removed for further discussion of the bid award on October 6, 1993.
Commissioner Sisson requested that Item #20 be removed from
the Consent Agenda for further discussion.
Chairman Greer recommended removing Item #12 and item #19.
County Manager O'Neal requested removal of Item #7 in order to
present a Budget Amendment.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barone
to remove Items 3, 7, 12, 19, and 20 and tp approve the remaining
items on the Consent Agenda. Upon. vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes
The commissioners approved the minutes of the Regular Meeting
of September 20, 1993, as presented by the Clerk to the Board.
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Award of Bid and Contract #94-0062 to Beaumont Birch Company for
the Purchase of Fly Ash Conveyors - WASTEC
The Commissioners adopted a resolution awarding the low bid to
Beaumont Birch Company in the amount of ..$53',675 for the purchase of
fly ash conveyors for WASTEC. The Chairman was authorized to
execute the contract documents.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXI, Page 21.
A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department.
Award of Bid and Contrac~ #94-0059 to B;HA Group, Inc. for the
Purchase of Fabric Filter Bags
The Commissioners adopted a resolution awarding the low bid to
BHA Group, Inc. in the amount' o,f $33,730.56 for the purchase of
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1,024 fabric filter bags for WASTEC. The Chairman was authorized
to purchase the contract documents.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXI, Page 21.
Authorization to File a Grant Application to the U. S. Army Corps
of Engineers for Reimbursement of Mosquito Management Program
The Commissioners authorized the Health Department to file a
grant application to the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers in the
amount of $50,000 for FY 1995 including $6,000 for aerial spraying,
if deemed necessary, for reimbursement of mosquito management.
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Approval of Issuing a Credit Card for Use by the New Hanover County
Inspections Department During a Hurricane Emergency
The Commissioners approved the issuance of a credit card for
use by the Inspections Department during a hurricane emergency.
The issuance of the card will provide a more efficient way to
purchase emergency items needed for hurricane preparation. Once
the emergency situation has ended, the card can no longer be
issued.
Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the Finance Director's
Designated Representative to Dispose of Surplus Equipment Through
a County Auction
The Commissioners adopted a resolution authorizing the Finance
Director's designated representative to dispose of surplus
equipment through a County Auction to be held on Saturday, October
23, 1993, at 10: 00 A. M. at the Property Management Maintenance
Facility on Division Drive.
A copy of the resolution and list of items to be auctioned are
hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and are contained in
Exhibit Book XXI, Page 21.
Adoption of Resolutions Requesting the Addition of Roads to the
State Maintained Highway system
The Commissioners adopted resolutions requesting the addition
of the following roads to the State Maintained Highway System:
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Quail Woods Subdivision, Sections 1-8
Elk Run Subdivision
Wendover North Subdivision, sections 1-4
Jacob's Run Subdivision, sections 1-2
Beaver Creek Subdivision, sections 1-2
Brittany Woods Subdivision, section 9
Harmony Cover Subdivision
Churchill Estates Subdivision, sections 6A, 6B, and 6C
Copies of the resolutions are hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XXI, Page 21.
Approval of 1994
Commissioners
The Commissioners approved the 1994
Meetings of the New Hanover^County Board of
Schedule of Regular Board Meetings
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Schedule of Regular
Commissioners.
Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0022 - Housing Rehabilitation
Grant - Planning Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
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94-0022 Planning Department/N. C. Housing Rehabilitation Grant
Debit
Credit
Planninq Department
N. C. Housing Rehabilitation Grant
Transfer in from Fund 800 (Water & Sewer)
$90,000
$58,728
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Budget Amendment Continued
Debit
Credit
Planninq Department
Administration
Construction
Revolving Loan
$ 9,000
$81,000
$58,728
Water & Sewer
Appropriated Fund Balance
$58,728
Water & Sewer
Transfer to General Fund (Planning)
$58,728
Purpose: Matching funds for grant received by the Planning
Department (application was approved by the Commissioners- on
February 15, 1993) to encourage the rehabilitation of housing
occupied by low income persons. This match will come from unspent
funds in the Plumbing Improvements/Sewer Connection Assistance
Program in the amount of $58,728.
Report of Budget Amendment 94-0052 for Entry Into the Record - Non-
Departmental/outside Agencies - Cultural & Recreational
The following Budget Amendment was reported for entry into the
record:
94-0052 Non-Departmental/Outside Agencies-Cultural & Recreational
Debit
Credit
Non-Departmental
Contingencies
$12,500
Outside Aqencies-Cultural & Recreational
City of Wilmington
$12,500
Purpose: To budget a contribution to WHET,
dockage along the Wilmington waterfront as
Commissioners on September 7, 1993.
Inc. for expanded
approved by the
Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0057 - Aging/Nutrition Congregate
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
94-0057 Aging/Nutrition Congregate
Debit
Credit
Aginq/Nutrition Conqreqate
Catering Income
$3,000
Catering
$3,000
Purpose: To budget revenue and 'expenditures for Senior Center
catering events, such as dances and meal functions.
Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0058 Community Based
Alternatives Agencies
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
94-0058 Community Based Alternatives Agencies
Community Based Alternatives Aqencies(
CBA Grants
Debit
Credit
$11,198
Coastal Horizons Center
(formerly named Cape Fear Substance Abuse Center)
Purpose: To budget additional CBA grant funds for Coastal Horizons
Center approved by the Human Services Allocation Advisory Committee
on September 14, 1993. No additional County funds are required.
$11,198
Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0059 - Health Department
The Commissioners, approved' the following Budget Amendment:
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94-0059 Health Department/Personal Health
Debit
Credit
Health Department/Personal Health
Adult Health state Grant
$9,783
Salaries & Wages
Departmental Supplies
$7,783
$2,000
Purpose: To budget additional State grant revenues to provide
temporary salaries and supplies in the clinic, which has an on-
going need for clerical assistance. No County funds are required.
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Report of Budget Amendment #94-0063 for Entry Into the Record -
Parks
The following Budget Amendment was reported for entry into the
record:
94-0063 Parks
Debit
Credit
Parks
Beach Access Grant - Summer Rest Trail
$4,504
Parks
Other Improvements
$4,504
Purpose: To budget a grant award from the N. C. Department of
Environment, Health & Natural Resources for Summer Rest Trail. The
grant was accepted by the Commissioners on March 8, 1993.
Acceptance of Arts Council Grassroots Grant for the Cape Fear
Museum and Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0053
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment and
accepted a Grassroots grant from the Arts Council for the Museum.
The funds are to be used to support programs related to the
Museum's Live Performance Series. The required match is currently
in the Museum's operating budget. The County Manager was
authorized to execute the necessary documents.
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94-0053 Museum
Debit
Credit
Museum
Arts Council Grant
$500
Museum
Contracted Services
$500
Acceptance of Grant Award from the North Carolina Land Records
Management Program and Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0066
County Manager O'Neal reported a Budget Amendment was not
presented with this item and requested approval of the grant award
and accompanying Budget Amendment.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barone to accept the grant award in the amount of $2,500 from the
N. C. Land Records Management Program for use by the Land Records
Section in the Tax Department for the Management and Planning
System (MAPS) and to approve the following Budget Amendment. The
Chairman was authorized to execute the necessary documents.
94-0066 Planning Department
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Debit
Credit
Planninq Department
Land Records Management Grant
$2,500
Contracted Services
$2,500
Approval of Budget Amendment #94-0033 - Public Schools
Chairman Greer requested an explanation of how the proposed
funds are to be spent by the schools.
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County Manager O'Neal reported the funds will used to purchase
the necessary fire alarms, safety devices, and hardware for New
Hanover County schools.
Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson
to approve the following Budget Amendment:
94-0033 - Public Schools
Debit
Credit
Public Schools
Public School Building Capital Fund
$603,750
Public Schools
contribution to Schools
$603,750
Purpose: To budget money requested by the Schools from the Public
School Building Capital Fund. No funds were budgeted previously
until a qualifying project was identified.
Approval of Funding Request Submitted by the New Hanover County
Commission for Women
Chairman Greer inquired as to why these funds cannot be
removed from the Health Department FY 1993-94 Budget?
County Manager O'Neal reported the Budget Director can make
the line item transfer.
Ms. Jeanne Ray, President of the New Hanover Commission for
Women, reported each year the Commission sponsors a particular
project for matters of concern to women. This year, the
Commission, YWCA and other organizations are sponsoring a public
forum to better educate women on breast cancer and funds are needed
in the amount of $1,000 to hold the event. In the past, these
annual projects have been funded by the County.
County Manager O'Neal reported the New Hanover Commission for
Women did not submit a Budget Request in time to be included in the
budgetary process; therefore, the funds will be allocated from
contingencies.
Chairman Greer requested the Commission for Women to present
future budget requests during the budget process in order for the
Board to properly consider this request with other budget requests
from various agencies. ' '
County Manager O'Neal reported he will work with the
Commission in being sure the budget request is submitted in a
timely fashion for FY 1994-95.
Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster
to approve funding in the amount of $1,000 to the New Hanover
Commission for Women to assist with sponsoring a public form on
breast cancer awareness and to approve the following Budget
Amendment. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
93-0065 Non-Departmental/Outside Age~cies/Human Services
Debit
Credit
Non-Departmental
Contingencies
$1,000
Outside Aqencies/Human Services
New Hanover Commission for Women
$1,000
Purpose: To budget a contribution to the New Hanover Commission
for Women to help with the cost of the October public forum on
breast cancer awareness.
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REJECTION OF AMENDED RESOLUTION FOR NEW HANOVER COUNTY TO JOIN THE
GLOBAL TRANSPARK DEVELOPMENT ZONE
Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Greer to
ratify the amended resolution for New Hanover County to join the
Global TransPark Development Zone. The floor was opened for
discussion.
County Attorney Copley requested the Board to decide whether
to adopt the model resolution or the amended resolution with the
motion certified as of September 23, 1993, Public Hearing date.
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Amended Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman
Greer to ratify and adopt the amended resolution as per the action
taken on September 23, 1993, which states that New Hanover County
will join the Global TransPark Development Zone for one year. The
floor was opened for discussion.
commissioner Sisson commented on the remarks received about
the loss of revenue to New Hanover and requested additional time to
study this concept before joining the Global TransPark.
Substitute Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Sisson to suspend the Board's Rules of Procedures as
listed under Rule 18, Paragraph 10 in order to reconsider the
action taken on September 23, 1993. The floor was opened for
discussion.
commissioner Barone requested an explanation of the motion.
After further discussion about the substitute motion on the
floor, County Attorney Copley reported in order for the Board to
reconsider a motion, the motion must be made at the same meeting
where the action occurred; therefore, in order for Vice-Chairman
Mathews to make a motion to rescind this action, the Rules of
Procedures must be suspended by the Board as requested in the
substitute motion now on the floor.
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Upon vote, the SUBSTITUTE MOTION TO SUSPEND THE RULES OF
PROCEDURE WAS UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED for New Hanover County to
consider joining the Global TransPark Development Zone in one year
and direct the County Manager to place this item on the agenda for
the first meeting in October 1994 for consideration of whether New
Hanover County should participate in the Global TransPark at that
time. The MOTION WAS SECONDED by Commissioner sisson. The floor
was opened for discussion.
commissioner Barone reported if New Hanover County decides to
]Oln the Global TransPark Development Zone next year, enabling
legislation will have to be obtained from the North Carolina
General Assembly.
Vice-Chairman Mathews reported when he voted for the motion to
join the Global TransPark Development Zone for one year, it was his
understanding that all monies contributed by New Hanover County
from the $5 fee would be reimbursed if the County discontinued its
membership in one year. Now, he has been informed if the County
opts out at the end of the year, the funds will not returned.
Chairman Greer expressed concern for the Board voting on an
issue and then reversing the decision.
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Vice-Chairman Mathews reported after serving on the Board for
more than four years, he has never changed his mind on a vote;
however, after understanding the money will not be returned, he
cannot support the original vote.
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Chairman Greer called for a vote on the MOTION to delay
joining the Global TransPark Development Zone for one year. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Vice-Chairman Mathews
voting Nay: Commissioner Barone
Chairman Greer
County
reconsider
considered
convene in
Manager O'Neal reported if the Board desires to
joining next year, a local enabling bill should be
in the Short Session of the General Assembly, which will
May, 1994.
Chairman Greer reported since the Board voted to reconsider
this item within a year, the enabling legislation should not be
requested until after October, 1994.
County Manager O'Neal reported if the Board waits to
reconsider this matter in October, 1994, the enabling legislation
will have to be requested in the 1995 Long Session of the General
Assembly which will delay the County from joining the Global
TransPark until 1995.
POSTPONEMENT OF REGULAR AGENDA ITEM 36, INTRODUCTION OF NEW PARKS
DIRECTOR
County Manager O'Neal reported Mr. Lewis was not able to
attend the meeting; therefore, this item will be postponed until
October 18, 1993.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING ISSUANCE OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS BY THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES AND
POLLUTION CONTROL FINANCING AUTHORITY FOR EFSON, INC. IN THE
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $3', SQO, 000
Mr. Fred Davenport, represen~i,ng the Industrial Facilities and
Pollution Control Financing Au:t;h6rity requested adoption of a
resolution authorizing the issuance of $3,500,000 Industrial
Development Revenue Bonds for Efson, Inc.
Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster
to adopt a resolution authorizing the New Hanover County Industrial
Facilities and Pollution Control Financing Authority to issue
Industrial Development Revenue Bonds for the Efson, Inc. Project,
Series 1993 in the principal amount of $3,500,000. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY'.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XII, Page 21.
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CONSIDERATION FOR USE OF INMATE LABOR AT WASTEC AND THE LANDFILL
Mr. John Hubbard, Plant Manager of WASTEC, reported on working
with the N. C. Department, of Corrections to use inmate labor to
perform a number of jobs at WASTEC and the Landfill. Job duties
will include housekeeping, landscaping, painting, washing of
equipment, recovery of freon from 'appl~ances, preparing appliances
for recycling, splitting firewood for the Wood Lot Program and
other similar jobs.
An agreement with Correction Enterprises will provide six
honor grade inmates and a criminal -Justice Certified Prison
Industry Supervisor. The ,supervisor will receive job assignments
from the Department of Env~ronmentali,'Matl:agement weekly and will be
responsible for all supervision 'of the inmate crew. Corrections
Enterprises will be responsible for transportation, meals, worker's
compensation, insurance, and safety equipment for their employees
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The cost of the service is $211.50 daily or approxiinately
$53,086 per year. The average hourly cost is $3.78 per hour
including supervision. This cost compares to $7.49 to $7.75 per
hour currently being paid to employees from temporary service
companies, which does not include supervision. The term of the
contract is for one year, November 1, 1993, through October 31,
1994.
After review, staff encourages the adoption of the agreement
as a mechanism to provide cost effective housekeeping and
landscaping services to improve the appearance and operation of
WASTEC. Additionally, this labor force will enable numerous other
projects to be pursued which have been neglected due to a lack of
staff.
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Vice-Chairman Mathews inquired as to whether the dollars saved
will outweigh the possible legal liabilities?
County Attorney Copley reported the benefits should outweigh
the risks; however, if an injury should persist after the release
from prison, the County could be liable under the Worker's
Compensation Insurance.
Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson
to approve the agreement with Correction Enterprises as presented.
The Chairman was authorized to execute the contract documents.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the agreement is on file in the Legal Department.
FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED, "MODERNIZATION OF LAND
RECORDS" TO REQUIRE THE USE OF TAX PARCEL NUMBERS WHEN RECORDING
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS
Assistant County Attorney, Dave Weaver, reported after meeting
with interested real estate professionals concerning the
requirement for parcel identification when registering real estate
transfers, the proposed ordinance has been developed and is being
presented for consideration.
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Chairman Greer inquired as to whether everyone is in agreement
with the ordinance as presented.
Ms. Mary Sue Oots, the Registrar of Deeds, presented the
following recommendations:
(1) Delete Item b under section 1. It would be difficult to
obtain a statement reflecting whether the instrument is a
combination or split from the identified parent parcel or
parcels.
(2) Delete the following statement from section 2 because it
is automatically assumed the Tax Department would perform this
service:
"The Tax Department shall have exclusive authority to
create and assign parcel identifier numbers consistent
with existing requirements of the Department".
(3) Delete section 3 because a North Carolina General Statute
covers new reporting of documents that contain errors.
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Assistant County Attorney, Kemp Burpeau, reported the portions
recommended could be removed; however, the Tax Department felt
these sections should be included. In his opinion, the sections
included in the document are beneficial to the Land Records Staff
in the Tax Department.
Commissioner Caster inquired as to whether everyone
understands section 5 because the paragraph is not clear.
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commissioner sisson recommended deleting the last sentence in
section 5 to better clarify the wording to read as follows:
"At the inception of this ordinance, County tax records shall
be revised and updated from deeds satisfying the requirements
of this ordinance."
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County Manager O'Neal reported when placing this item on the
agenda, he was informed that all parties involved had agre~d and
were satisfied with the proposed ordinance. Concern was expressed
for all parties not being in agreement before the item was placed
on the agenda.
Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner Caster MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner sisson to adopt an Ordinance entitled
"Modernization of Land Records" to require the use of tax parcel
numbers when recording real estate transfers to become effective
January 1, 1994, with deletion of item b under section 1 and
deletion of the last sentence in section 5 of the proposed
ordinance. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Caster
Commissioner Sisson
Chairman Greer
Voting Nay: Commissioner Barone
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Since the ordinance was not voted upon UNANIMOUSLY, the
ordinance will require a second reading for final adoption and will
be placed on a future agenda.
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commissioner Sisson requested that all parties involved with
the proposed ordinance be present at the meeting scheduled for the
second reading of the ordinance.
BREAK
Chairman Greer recessed the"meeting for a break from 7:58 P.M.
until 8:14 P.M.
APPROVAL FOR EXTENSION OF CITY AND COUNTY LEASE WITH THE COASTLINE
CONVENTION CENTER
County Manager O'Neal requested continuance of the existing
lease arrangement originally entered into by the City of Wilmington
and New Hanover County in 1988. The extension will be for five
years with the same terms and a maximum annual .County obligation of
$50,000. The City will consider this ltem on October 5, 1993.
Chairman Greer inquired as to why the term is for five years?
Mr. Steve Davenport, President of the Board of Trustees for
Coast Line Convention Management, Inc., reported a five-year lease
will allow time for planning and booking of events in advance.
Commissioner Caster inquired as to whether the Coast Line
Convention Center will always be subsidized by tax dolYars?
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Mr. Davenport reported this facility will probably have to be
subsidized by the taxpayers due to its size. The Coast Line
Convention Center, for its size, is doing better than most
facilities of the same size across the state. The only facility in
the state that is privately financed without being subsidized is
the Four Seasons Convention Center in Greensboro.
Commissioner Caster recommended changing the term of the lease
from five years to three years in order to avoid passing this
expense to future Boards of County Commissioners.
Vice-Chairman Mathews reported with the new management and
members of the Management Board, he feels the Coast Line Convention
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Center will improve on the booking of events and eventually become
self-supporting.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barone to approve the lease as presented.
Substitute Motion: Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Sisson to reduce the term of the lease to three years.
The floor was opened for discussion.
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commissioner Sisson expressed concern for continuing to
finance the Coast Line Convention Center when the original request
stipulated the Center should become self-sufficient in five years.
He urged the Board of Directors to promote utilization of the
Center within the community for use of the room space.
Chairman Greer expressed concern for the County paying a
monthly payment for a private enterprise under a lease agreement
and recommended that New Hanover County offer a discount of $500 to
each convention with an attendance of over 500 people. The
discount could be established according to the size of the
convention and would be paid directly to the Coast Line Convention
Center.
Mr. Davenport reported the original project was to improve a
bad section of the riverfront property. The underlying theory was
that Wilmington, particularly in the downtown area, had an
opportunity to involve private enterprise in this project. The
pUblic/private partnership was necessary because investment funds
could not be obtained on the project as conceived and operated.
Not only did the City and County subsidize the project, but a
federal UDAG grant in an amount over $1 million was used to
complete the financing of the project; therefore, this project
cannot be considered a private venture. During the past five
years, the original cost projections have not been achieved;
however, enough sales tax revenues have been generated by the
persons attending conferences to offset the amounts contributed by
the City and County.
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Chairman Greer inquired as to what would happen if a profit is
made by the Coast Line Convention Center?
Mr. Davenport reported the Management Board would use the
profits for additional marketing of the Center to ensure the public
purpose of the funds.
Chairman Greer called for a vote on the SUBSTITUTE MOTION to
reduce the term of the lease to three years. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Caster
commissioner Sisson
Chairman Greer
Voting Nay: Commissioner Barone
Vice-Chairman Mathews
A copy of the lease agreement is on file in the Legal
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CLOSING OAK STREET ON THE EAST SIDE OF
CASTLE HAYNE ROAD NORTH OF HOLLY SHELTER ROAD (SC-60, 9/93)
Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director, Dexter Hayes, reported Oak Street is
approximately 700 feet north of the Holly Shelter Road/Castle Hayne
Road intersection, on the east side of Castle Hayne Road. The
petitioner and majority of adjoining property owners are in favor
of closing the road . Given the non-functional use of this
dedicated right-of-way and the County's desire to retain this road
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for future utility purposes, the Planning staff recommends closing
the road and converting it to a utility easement. This easement is
to be used for future County sewer expansion. No access problems
will occur because of the road closure.
Chairman Greer inquired as to whether anyone from the general
public would like to comment.
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The following remarks were received.
Mr. Cole Watts reported on purchasing a piece of property in
Castle Hayne without knowing the parcel of land was Oak street.
Concern was expressed for closing the road which will close his
auto sales business and cause him to lose ,the money already
invested in the purchase of the property. After researching the
property title, it appears that Alex Hall traded a lady two houses
and land in Castle Hayne, including this lot, which was sold later
sold to him.
Ms. Elsie Aalam reported in 1983 she traded two houses on 5th
street and land in Castle Hayne to Alex Hall for waterfront
property on Page's Creek. When receiving the deeds from Mr. Hall,
she received two deeds, one for a'SO foot lot and one for a 33 foot
lot. She had no idea there was a problem with the deed when
selling the property to Mr. Watts.
commissioner sisson reported the land transfer cannot be
addressed because this is a matter that will have to be settled in
court.
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Mr. James Stephenson, Pastor of McClure Memorial Presbyterian
Church and the petitioner, reported the church own property on both
sides of the street' and would like to place a day care center on
the property. After discussion with David Huffine and performance
of a title search, it appeared the title was in order. The Church
was not aware that Oak Street was owned by Mr. Watts when
petitioning for closure of ,the road. There is no desire to hurt
anyone, and the church feels ?vir. Watts should have his money
reimbursed.
Chairman Greer recommended delaying action on this request
until staff can find out who owns the road.
Planning Director Hayes reported closing the road will not
impact the ownership of the property.
County Attorney Copley reported this is a public street that
can be closed and recommended that Mr. Watts meet with Mr. Hall to
work out the problems with the ,deed.
Mr. Watts expressed concern for a deed being written ,by Mr.
Alex Hall, who is an attorney, and reported he needs time to allow
the cars to remain on the lots until this matter is settled in
court.
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commissioner sisson reported if the road is closed, -the
property will no longer be a pu.b1ic street which should make the
situation less complex.
Chairman Greer closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: Commissioner sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairma"n
Mathews to close Oak street as recommended by the Planning Staff.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Greer requested the members of the church to work
wi th Mr. Watts in negotiating a satisfactory arrangement for
allowing his cars to remain ory the lot until the ownership of the
property is resolved.
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A copy of the order is hereby incorporated as a part of the
minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXI, Page 21.
Mr. Lloyd Nunalee, a resident of 6208 Blossom Road, explained
that he had submitted a request for the state to maintain Blossom
street and reported that one property owner is opposed to the
request and has constructed a fence in the middle of the street.
He inquired as to whether the Commissioners can be of assistance to
him in resolving this matter?
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Planning Director Hayes offered to assist Mr. Nunalee with
state maintenance requirements during regular office hours from
8:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE RANKIN TERRACE CLINIC TO BE CLOSED, APPROVAL
OF BUDGET AMENDMENT #94-0060, AND DENIAL OF THE INJURY PREVENTION
POSITION
Health Director, Robert Parker, reported on the establishment
of the New Hanover Community Health Center and the many medical
services already being provided by the Center. In July, 1993, the
Community Health Center no longer needed to contract with the
Health Department for services through the Rankin Terrace Clinic.
All County employees have been hired by the Community Health Center
with the exception of one Physician Extender who separated from the
Health Department. In August, 1993, the Board of Health voted to
terminate the Rankin Terrace Clinic. The Commissioners were
requested to terminate the Rankin Terrace Clinic and approve the
associated Budget Amendment.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barone to terminate the Rankin Terrace Clinic and approve the
following Budget Amendment to reduce the expenditures in the Health
Department Budget. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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94-0060 Health Department/Personal Health/Laboratory
Debit
Credit.
Personal Health
Salaries & Wages
Contract Services
Printing
Maintenance & Repair - Equipment
Employee Reimbursement
Training/Travel
Departmental Supplies
$95,296
$13,167
$ 172
$ 175
$ 1,000
$ 312
$20,211
Federal Grant
$82,333
Health Laboratory
Federal Grant
$48,000
Purpose: To reduce expenditures and revenues in Personal health
and the Laboratory due to the Community Health Center no longer
contracting with the Health Department for services.
Director Parker commented on a decrease in expenditures of
$128,222 with the closing of the Rankin Terrace Clinic and reported
the Board of Health voted to use a portion of these funds to hire
an Injury Prevention Educator position for implementation of an
Injury Prevention Program in New Hanover County. Injury is the
fourth leading cause of death compared to all other causes of death
for all ages. This employee will be responsible for planning and
implementing a program to reduce injuries through educational
presentations, preparation of news releases, and public service
announcements. This position was requested in the FY 1993-94
Budget, but was denied by the Management Team. The Health
Department played a major role in bringing about the existence of
the Community Health Center and feels this position should be
approved.
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County Manager O'Neal reported 40 positions were requested
last year including the Health Educator I position. The purpose of
denying this position was due to the other positions that were
needed and denied for other County departments. The Board direqted
staff to very carefully review additional positions; therefore, he
still recommends denial of the new position.
Motion: After discussion of the amount of money that can be saved
by reducing injuries, commissioner sisson MOVED to approve the
Injury Prevention Health Educator position. The floor was opened
for discussion.
commissioner Caster agreed with Commissioner Sisson, but
recommended this position be considered with other positions during
the FY 1994-95 Budget process.
Director Parker stated the Board of Health "would not be
requesting this position if the Health Department had not saved the
County $150,000 through the establishment of the Community Health
Center.
THE MOTION FAILED DUE TO NOT RECEIVING A SECOND.
No action was taken and the position was not approved.
POSTPONEMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AMORTIZATION OF NON-
CONFORMING ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS
Planning Director Hayes reported due to an error by staff in
the required legal notice for the prqposed text amendment, the
Public Hearing has been p~~tponed until November 1, 1993.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CLOSING WOODLAWN AVENUE (SC-61, 9/93)
Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director, Dexter Hayes, reported Woodlawn Avenue
encompasses an unimproved 33 foot right-of-way approximately 350
feet in length. Residential properties adjoin Woodlawn Avenue to
the northwest and southeast. If the road is closed, bike access to
Summer Rest Trail would not be restricted. Given the limited use
of Woodlawn Avenue and the County Engineering Department not
expressing a desire to allow the road to rem~in open for utility
purposes, the Planning Staff recommends c'lo~ure of the road as
petitioned.
Chairman Greer inquired as to whether anyone from the general
public would like to comment.
The following remarks were received:
Mr. Mark Brisson, an adjourning property owner, requested
closure of the road to benefit the entire community. A home will
be constructed on the lot.
Chairman Greer closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barone
to adopt the order closing Woodlawn Avenue as proposed by the
Planning Staff. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the order is hereby incorporated as a part of the
minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXI, Page 21.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
DISCUSSION OF TERMS FOR NEWLY APPOINTED MEMBERS OF NEW HANOVER
REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND APPOINTMENT OF HENRY
VON OESEN TO SERVE ON THE HOSPITAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Chairman Greer reported inadvertently he did not consider a
request from the Hospirtal Board of Trustees for an appointment
procedure to implement the new, three-year terms established by the
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Board of County commissioners. On September 20, 1993, the
following members were appointed and assigned the following terms:
Charles M. Coleman, Jr. -
Philip Sharpe
Corneille Sineath
Two-Year Term
Two-Year Term
Three-Year Term
Under the implementation plan submitted by the Hospital Board
of Trustees four (4) new Trustees would be appointed to serve
three-year terms for a total of 16 members instead of the current
15 members, and the Board of Trustees would gradually expand to 20
members reducing back to 15 members as the terms expire.
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commissioner Barone recommended using the same policy for the
Hospital Board of Trustees as for any other board. In her opinion,
20 members on the Hospital Board of Trustees or any board is too
large and can become difficult to manage.
Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board.
Motion: After discussion, Commissioner Caster MOVED, SECONDED by
Vice-Chairman Mathews to approve the implementation process as
recommended by the Hospital Board of Trustees and appoint an
additional member with the reassignment of three-year terms to the
new members appointed on September 20, 1993. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Caster
Vice-Chairman Mathews
Chairman Greer
Voting Nay: Commissioner Barone
Commissioner Sisson
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Chairman Greer opened the floor to receive nominations for
appointment of an additional member to serve on the Hospital Board
of Trustees.
Vice-Chairman Mathews nominated Henry M. von Oesen. The
nomination was seconded by Commissioner sisson.
commissioner Barone nominated Dr. Bert Kring. The nomination
was seconded by Commissioner sisson.
Vote: Chairman Greer called for a vote on the appointment of Henry
M. von Oesen to serve a three-year term on the Hospital Board of
Trustees with the term expiring September 30, 1996. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Caster
commissioner Sisson
vice-Chairman Mathews
Chairman Greer
Voting Nay: Commissioner Barone
WITHDRAWAL OF APPOINTMENTS OF MEMBERS TO SERVE ON THE GLOBAL
TRANS PARK DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Chairman Greer reported since New Hanover County is not
joining the Global TransPark Development Zone, this item has been
withdrawn.
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MEETING CONVENED FROM REGULAR SESSION TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER , SEWER DISTRICT
Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by commissioner Barone
to convene from Regular Session to hold a meeting of the New
Hanover County Water & Sewer District. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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Chairman Greer convened from Regular Session at 9:30 P.M.
Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Sisson
to reconvene to Regular Session. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Greer reconvened to Regular Session at 9:36 P.M.
DISCUSSION OF REVENUE BOND DOCUMENTS FOR NEW HANOVER REGIONAL
MEDICAL CENTER
County Attorney Copley requested the Board to continue this
meeting until October 6, 1993, in order to approve the Bond
Resolution and Series Resolution after approval of the bond issue
by the Local Government Commission on October 5, 1993.
Consensus: It was the consensus of the Board to continue the
October 4, 1993, meeting to October 6, 1993, at 7:30 A.M. in the
Library of the New Hanover County Health Department, 2029 South
17th Street, Wilmington, N. C.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AWARD OF BID AND CONTRACT #94-0116 TO T. A. WOODS COMPANY, INC. FOR
MECHANICAL RENOVATIONS TO THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY COURTHOUSE
County Manager O'Neal presented and requested adoption of a
resolution awarding a bid to T. A. Woods Company, Inc., the lowest
responsible bidder, in the amount of $149,412 for mechanical
renovations to the New Hanover County Courthouse.
commissioner Barone reported she is a member of a club with
the wife of one of the partners of T. A. Woods Company, Inc. and
inquired as to whether this would be a'conflict of interest?
County Attorney Copley reported since Commissioner Barone will
not benefit directly from the bid award, this would not be
considered a conflict of interest.
Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Caster
to adopt a resolution awarding the bid to T. A. Woods, Company,
Inc. in the amount of $149,412; incorporate the memorandum from Pat
Melvin, the Assistant to the County Manager, relative to the MBE
goal; and authorize the Chairman to execute the necessary contact
documents. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXI, Page 21.
Chairman Greer inquired as to when the proj ect will be
completed. Mr. Sims reported the project should be finished by
December 1993.
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION DECLARING OCTOBER 8-10, 1993, AS THE
444/48TH FIGHTER INTERCEPTOR SQUADRON WEEKEND
Motion: Commissioner Sisson MOVED, SECON:DED by Commissioner Caster
to adopt a proclamation declaring October 8-10, 1993, as the
444/48th Fighter Interceptor Squadron Weekend. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XXI, Page 21.
DISCUSSION OF REQUEST BY THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY TIRE DEALERS FOR
ELIMINATION OF THE TIP FEE FOR SCRAP TIRE EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 1994
Chairman Greer reported on receiving a letter from the local
chapter of the N. C. Tire Dealers a-nd Retreaders Association,
requesting elimination of the current ~ip fee on tires effective
October 1, 1993, since .State legislation will prohibit counties
from charging a tip fee effective January 1, 1994. If the tip fee
is not eliminated, the scrap tires -wili be stored until January 1,
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1994. It was the original intent of the General Assembly to allow
Landfill operators to accept scrap tires at no charge in order to
avoid the dumping of tires in the woods and in other inappropriate
places; however, a majority of counties decided to charge a tip fee
to be reimbursed for the disposal cost.
Mr. Dennis Burke reported the County will lose $15,000 if the
tip fee is eliminated October 1, 1993. Also the County could risk
the possible loss of grants without the resources to fund the
program since New Hanover County experienced a $27,000 shortfall
this year because of the per capita reimbursement from the state.
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Consensus: After a lengthy discussion, it was the consensus of the
Board to discuss this request at the regular meeting of October 18,
1993.
REMINDER OF COUNTY EMPLOYEE PICNIC
County Manager O'Neal announced the County Employee picnic
will be held on Wednesday, October 6, 1994, at Hugh MacRae Park and
he requested the County Commissioners to be at the park by 11:15
A.M.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH HOLNAM FOR DREDGE SPOIL SITE AS
RECOMMENDED BY THE U. S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
County Attorney Copley requested approval of an agreement with
Holnam for a dredge spoil site as recommended by the U. S. Army
Corps of Engineers. There is no cost to the County and state
environmental standards will be required.
Motion: Commissioner Barone MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Mathews to approve the contract as presented and authorize the
Chairman to execute the necessary documents. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department.
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REQUEST FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT AT THE OAKLEY ROAD ENTRANCE ONTO CASTLE
HAYNE ROAD
Commissioner sisson commented on the amount of traffic on
Castle Hayne Road and requested staff to write a letter to the
Department of Transportation to see if a stoplight can be placed at
the entrance of Oakley Road onto Castle Hayne Road. Also, concern
has been expressed for the 35 MPH speed limit on Oakley Road, and
it would be beneficial for the Department of Transportation to
reduce the speed limit to 25 MPH.
County Manager O'Neal reported staff will prepare a letter to
the Department of Transportation as requested under the Chairman's
signature.
DISCUSSION OF TRIPLE T BID SUBMITTED FOR PURCHASE OF ROLL OFF
TRUCKS FOR WASTEC
Chairman Greer stated the purpose for the bid being rejected
was due to an insufficient bid bond; however, it appears after
discussion this morning, there was a misinterpretation on someone's
part. Concern was expressed for not being more lenient in a matter
of type.
commissioner sisson reported he feels the Purchasing Agent is
very astute in the requirements of the State bidding law;
therefore, he would like to hear both sides before awarding the
bid.
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process and bid openings by October 5 in order to review the case
before the continued meeting to be held on October 6, 1993.
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MEETING CONTINUED UNTIL OCTOBER 6, 1993
Chairman Greer convened from Regular Session at 10:10 P.M. and
continued the meeting until Wednesday, October 6, 1993, at 7:30
A.M. in the Library of the New Hanover County Health Department.
Respectfully submitted,
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