1990-03-26 Regular Meeting
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1990
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in
Regular Session on Monday, March 26, 1990, at 9:00 A.M. in
the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24
North Third Street, Wilmington, North Carolina.
Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield,
Sr.; E. L. Mathews, Jr.; Nolan O'Neal; Chairman Fred
Retchin; County Manager, Allen O'Neal; County Attorney,
Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell.
Vice-Chairman W. Albert Corbett, Jr. was absent due to
attending an International Trade Conference in San Francisco
of which he is President-elect.
Chairman Retchin called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Reverend Roger Horne, Pastor of
Presbyterian Church, gave the invocation.
Westminister
Commissioner 0' Neal led the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: Commissioner Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner 0' Neal to approve the minutes of the Regular
Meetings of February 19, 1990, and March 5, 1990, and
Special Meeting of February 27, 1990 as presented. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent:
Vice-Chairman Corbett
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general
public would like to speak on an item not listed on the
Regular Agenda or an item listed on the Consent Agenda. No
one commented.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Mathews to approve the Consent Agenda items as
presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
CONSENT AGENDA
Adoption of Resolutions Adding Roads to the State Maintained
Secondary Road System
The Commissioners
following roads to the
System:
adopted resolutions adding
State Maintained Secondary
the
Road
Brittany Woods Subdivision: Brittany Road,
Creek Ridge Road, Creek Ridge Court, Luray
Road, Potomac Court & Shenandoah Drive
(Division File #646-N)
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Roads in Maplewood Subdivision
(Division File #638-N)
Copies of the resolutions are hereby incorporated as a
part of the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XVIII,
Page 8.
Approval of Solid Waste Disposal Rate Schedule for Takeda
Chemical Products USA and Arcadian Corporation
The Commissioners approved a solid waste
schedule for Takeda Chemical Products USA
Corporation as presented by the Director of
Facilities.
disposal rate
and Arcadian
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A copy of the schedule is contained in Exhibit Book
XVIII, Page 8.
Approval of Budget Amendment #90-0190 Authorizing
Utilization of Interest Revenue Earned from the Hugh MacRae
Athletic Complex proj ect for Construction of a Pressbox,
Bridge, and Dugouts
The Commissioners approved the following Budget
Amendment authorizing the Parks & Recreation Department to
utilize interest revenue earned in the amount of $19,852.53
from the Hugh MacRae Athletic Complex project for
construction of a pressbox, bridge and dugouts:
90-0190 Recreational Services/Hugh MacRae Athletic Field
Debit
Credit
Interest on Investments
Other
$15,500
4,300
Other Improvements
$19,800
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Purpose: To budget for
one (1) press box and
Athletic Field.
construction of four
one (1) bridge to
( 4) dugouts,
Roland Grise
Approval of Upgrade for Temporary Position to Permanent
Maintenance Mechanic I Position Property Management
Department
The Commissioners approved upgrading of a temporary
Sign Maintenance Worker position to a permanent Maintenance
Mechanic I position as recommended by the Director of
Property Management and Director of Personnel.
Approval of Budget Amendment #90-0177 - Department of Aging
The Commissioners approved the following Budget
Amendment:
90-0177 Department of Aging
Debit
Credit
Aging/Senior Center
Other
Aging/Administration
$325
$325
Purpose: To cover cost of an additional Senior Aide for six
months.
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Approval of Budget Amendment #90-0180 - Department of Social
Services
#90-0180 Social Services/Various
Debit
Credit
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social Services/Administration
Administrative Grants
$17,100
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Budget Amendment (Continued)
Debit
Credit
Social Services/Child-Day Care
Office of Day Care Services
$42,163
Social Services/Child-bay Care
Day Care Services
$21,393
Social Services/CP&L Intervention Program
Assistance Payments
$17,100
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Appropriated Fund Balance
$20,770
Purpose: To budget additional State allocation received for
the CP&L Intervention Program and Child Day Care Program.
Note: DSS stated that maintaining child day care services
at the current level will require approximately $700,000 in
FY 1989-90. With the additional state funding of $42,163,
the day care allocation will exceed $700,000 i therefore,
County funding has been reduced by $20,770. On January 16,
1990, the Commissioners approved an additional $200,000 in
County funds for day care services.
Approval of Budget Amendment *90-0182
Office
The Commissioners approved the
Amendment:
- County Manager's
following
Budget
90-0182 Non-Departmental/County Manager's Office
Debit
Credit
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Non-Departmental
Contingency
$38,805
County Manager's Office
Salary & Wages
Social Security Taxes
Retirement
Medical Insurance
Contracted Services
Capital Outlay - Equipment
$26,307
2,013
2,159
826
2,500
5,000
Purpose: Transfer of funds to the County Manager's Office
to cover salary, benefits, moving expenses, and computer for
the new manager and a one-time payment for the Assistant
County Manager. '
Approval of Budget Amendment *90-0183 - Sheriff's Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget
Amendment:
90-0183 Non-Departmental/Sheriff-Jail
Debit
Credit
Non-Departmental
Contingency
$40,000
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Sheriff-Jail
Professional Services
$40,000
Purpose: To budget
Expansion (contract
February 5, 1990).
funds for
approved
schematic
by the
design for Jail
Commissioners on
Approval of Budget Amendment *90-0189 - Health Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget
Amendment:
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90-0189 Health Department/Children's Special Health Services
Debit
Credit
Children's Special Health Services
$498
Professional Services
$498
Purpose: To budget additional Jordan Adams (State) funds to
increase laboratory services.
Approval for Sale of Surplus Property OWned Jointly by the ~J
City and County
The Commissioners approved a request by James E.
Fennell to purchase at private sale, as outlined in G.S.
105-376(c), surplus property owned jointly by the City and
County acquired through a tax foreclosure against Cora
Fennell (Parcel #4818-033-011-000) 914 Meadow Street,
wilmington, North Carolina. The purchase price is $831.01.
Approval of Contract #STE-90-0067 Between Cornell University
and New Hanover County for Performing a Mutagen Study -
Steam Plant
The Commissioners approved a contract between Cornell
University and New Hanover County for performance of a
mutagen study with volunteer County employees of the Steam
Plant. The study is totally funded by Cornell University
and is a continued study of a previous study performed at
the Steam Plant.
Approval of 1991 Carolina Beach Renourishment Project
The Commissioners approved the recommendation of the
Port, Waterway & Beach Commission for appropriation of
$344,333 from the Room Occupancy Tax as the local share for
the 1991 Carolina Beach Renourishment Project.
Award of signage Bid to AGI (Contract #ENG-90-o.EJ;;L 7 ) 0
Airport Terminal Complex
The Commissioners awarded the bid as negotiated with
AGI and authorized the County Manager to execute the
contract subject to approval by the County Attorney.
A copy of the bid tabulation is hereby incorporated as
a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XVIII, Page 8.
Approval for Disposal of the City of Wilmington's Alum
Sludge in the Landfill
The Commissioners approved disposal of the City of
Wilmington's alum sludge in the Landfill at the standard
formula tip fee rate with the provision that the waste meets
State criteria and County conditions.
Acceptance of New Hanover County Tax Collection Reports
through February 28, 1990
The Commissioners accepted the following Tax Collection
Reports through February 28, 1990, as submitted by the
Collector of Revenue: (1) New Hanover County Tax Collections
Report and (2) New Hanover County Fire District Tax
Collections Report.
Copies of the reports are hereby incorporated as a part ~
of the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page
8.
Approval qf Value Adjustments and Release of Penalties - Tax
Department
The Commissioners approved the following value
adjustments as recommended by the Tax Administrator:
Baird, Sherry
Cofer, Thomas E. & Paulette
Mooneyham, Doug
$ 1,638
$ 7,735
$252,966
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The Commissioners released the following penalties as
recommended by the Tax Administrator who stated the
taxpayers certified their listings were made during the
listing period:
Davis, Terry Lynn & Ella H.
RFP, Inc.
Seubert, Beverly Jane
$ 41.00
$2,105.00
$ 2.03
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The Commissioners approved the release of the following
penalties as recommended by the Tax Administrator who stated
the taxpayers have certified their listings were made during
the listing period in another county in error:
Fearing, T. W.
Sonbert, Dave & Shirley
$ 11. 26
$ 10.56
The Commissioners approved the release of the following
Department of Motor Vehicle penalty as recommended by the
Tax Administrator:
Maillard, Steven Thomas
$100
INTRODUCTION OF COUNTY MANAGER AND OATH OF OFFICE
ADMINISTERED
Chairman Retchin introduced and welcomed the new County
Manager, Allen O'Neal.
Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell, administered the
Oath of Office.
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A copy of the Oath of Office is hereby incorporated as
a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XVIII, Page 8.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 22 AS EARTH DAY
1990 IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Chairman Retchin stated Mr. Andy Wood, the President of
Earth Day Alliance of the Lower Cape Fear, has requested
adoption of a resolution proclaiming April 22 as EARTH DAY
1990 in New Hanover County.
Motion: Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to adopt the resolution proclaiming April 22 as
EARTH DAY 1990 in New Hanover County. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
Chairman Retchin read the resolution and invited Mayor
Betz to join him in executing the document declaring April
22 as EARTH DAY in both the city and county!:
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PRESENTATION OF RETIREMENT PLAQUES
Chairman Retchin, on behalf of the Board, presented
retirement plaques to the following employees in recognition
of their dedicated years of service to the county. He
wished them a happy and healthy retirement.
Mr. William R. Putnam - Child Support Agent II
Department of Social Services
10 years and 4 months of service
Ms. Margaret D. Harvey - Social Worker II
Department of Social Services
14 years and 2 months of service
* A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes
and contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 9.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1990 (CONTINUED)
Ms. Sarah W. Mooneyham, Deputy Register of Deeds
20 years and 5 months of service
Chairman Retchin stated Mr. Robert Farrow and Ms.
Frances Simpson were unable to attend; however, plaques will
be forwarded to them.
PRESENTATION OF PROPOSED SMOKING POLLUTION CONTROL
REGULATION AS PREPARED BY THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF
HEALTH
Dr. John Leonard, Chairman of the New Hanover County O'
Board of Health, presented the proposed Smoking Pollution
Control Regulation stating further discussion and minor
revisions to this proposal will be made by the Board of
Health at the April meeting.
A lengthy discussion was held on the proposed
regulation being too severe and restrictive. It was agreed
by the Board that the concept to limi t smoking in New
Hanover County is necessary; however, the proposal should be
less restrictive, and the Commissioners recommended that the
Board of Health consider modeling this regulation after the
Greensboro ordinance. Discussion held on the proposed
regulation requiring restaurant owners to have an
independently ventilated and physically separated smoking
area; whereas, the Greensboro ordinance requires only a
designated area. Chairman Retchin expressed concern for the
economic repercussions to businesses with a regulation of
this type.
Dr. Leonard commented on health hazards associated with
smoking to the general public, particularly in confined
spaces, stating the Board of Health strongly feels the need
to protect the public health of our citizens by controlling
and limiting smoking in public places. He stated the Board
of Health realizes that restaurants probably will not spend
money to construct separately ventilated areas; however,
they can establish a no smoking policy for the facility.
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Commissioner Barfield commented on the difference
between a public building and a privately owned business and
expressed concern for adopting a regulation that will deny a
private owner the right to decide if smoking should be
allowed in the facility.
Dr. Leonard stated the proposed regulation applies to
public areas of businesses, not private offices. He again
reiterated the importance of protecting the non-smoker to
the health hazards associated with smoke exposure.
Commissioner 0' Neal expressed concern for adopting an
unenforceable ordinance stating, in his opinion, with the
influx of tourist during the summer months, it will be
impossible to enforce the regulation.
After further discussion, Chairman Retchin expressed
appreciation to Dr. Leonard for the presentation stating the
Commissioners support the concept of the proposed regulation
but feel it should be less restrictive.
PRESENTATION OF HUMAN SERVICES ALLOCATION ADVISORY O.
COMMITTEE'S FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FY 1990-91 '
Dr. Iva Boslough, Chairman of the Human Services
Allocation Advisory Committee, presented funding
recommendations for Community Based Alternatives allocations
and other human services agencies. She commented on the
difficult task of reviewing budget requests of $360,000 with
only $170,000 of available funds. She stated the Committee
feels the recommendations presented are the best use for the
funds.
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Commissioner Barfield commented on problems being
experienced between the Food Distribution Center, the Food
Bank, and Mother Hubbard's Cupboard and requested Budget
Officer, Cam McAbee, to thoroughly review funding requests
and report back to the Board before budget hearings.
Chairman Retchin stated Board action is needed for the
Community Based Alternatives allocations in order to comply
with the State deadline of May 1, 1990.
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Commissioner Barfield stressed the importance of
utilizing county funds to address the immediate needs of our
community, such as programs for drug abuse and school
dropout, and recommended that the Budget Officer perform an
extensive evaluation of programs being administered by
various agencies to see if community needs are being met.
Commissioner Mathews recommended representation from
each agency when hearing the budget requests in order to
better understand the programs being administered.
Chairman Retchin, on behalf of the Board, expressed
appreciation to Dr. Boslough and members of the Human
Services Allocation Advisory Committee for the time and
effort given in preparing the recommendations.
Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner O'Neal
MOVED, SECONDED Commissioner Mathews to approve the
following Community Based Alternatives funding
recommendations as proposed by the Human Services Allocation
Advisory Committee:
AGENCY
APPROVED FY 1990-91
BUDGET REQUEST
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AKA Brainstorming
Cape Fear Subs. Abuse/Crisis Line
Child Advocacy Comm./Juvenile Restitution
Child Advocacy Comm./Project First Stop
Family Services/After School Enrichment Group
Family Services/Big Buddy Program
St. Luke Study Hall
TOTAL
$ 10,041
75,388
26,000
20,145
17,598
16,885
4,200
$170,257
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
APPROVAL OF IDENTIFICATION/CRIME SCENE TECHNICIAN POSITION
IN THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
Sheriff Joe McQueen presented background information on
the needs for the new position and requested approval of the
Identification/Crime Scene Technician position.
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Motion: After discussion of the urgent need for this
position and the amount of overtime being paid, Commissioner
Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner 0' Neal to approve
the new position as requested. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
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ADOPTION OF BUDGET AMENDMENT #90-0192 AND CAPITAL PROJECT
ORDINANCE FOR MYRTLE GROVE BRANCH LIBRARY CONTINGENT UPON
THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
Library Director, David M. Paynter, stated New Hanover
County has received tentative approval of a state library
construction grant in the amount of $50,000 contingent upon
adoption of a Project Ordinance. He requested adoption of
the ordinance stating he would be glad to answer any
questions.
Commissioner Barfield commented on Staff's
recommendation for adoption of the ordinance contingent upon
the availability of funds and questioned if the State
Library Commission would accept the Capital Proj ect
Ordinance with this contingency? He expressed concern for
sending the wrong message to the State.
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Chairman Retchin stated the project is
the acquisition of land and payment
architectural services; however, no time
established for the date of construction.
underway wi th
of fees for
frame has been
Library Director Paynter stated the State Library
Commission will expect the project to begin July 1, 1990 or
certainly within the next fiscal year.
Discussion was held on funding and the upcoming budget.
Commissioner Barfield requested the Finance Director to
comment on the availability of funds.
Finance Director,
have been budgeted in
therefore, this decision
budgetary process.
Andrew J. Atkinson, stated no funds
the current or next fiscal year;
will be made during the FY 1990-91
Library Director Paynter commented on discussion with 0
the State Library Commission stating they are aware that the
FY 1990-91 budget has not been adopted.
Finance Director Atkinson recommended adoption of the
Capital Project Ordinance contingent to funds designated by
the Commissioners when adopting the 1990-91 budget since the
County has made a commitment to the project.
Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner O'Neal
MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to adopt the Capital
Project Ordinance and the following Budget Amendment setting
up the project with the understanding that the
implementation is contingent upon the availability of funds.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
A copy of the Capital proj ect Ordinance is hereby
incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in 0
Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 9.
Budget Amendment #90-0192 Branch
Library
Debit
$714,000
$ 50,000
Credit
Transfer In (from General Fund - 110)
State Grant
Architectural Services
Land
Construction
Capital Outlay
Administration
Engineering Out-of-Pocket
$ 44,400
$ 70,000
$480,000
$ 60,000
$ 5,000
$ 5,000
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Budget Amendment (Continued)
Debit
Credit
Contingency
$ 99,600
Library
Contracted Services
Non-Departmental
Transfer to Other Funds (Branch
Library - 320)
$ 44,400
$ 44,400
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Purpose: To establish the project budget according to the
Capital Project Ordinance.
REQUEST FOR MEMBERS OF
THEMSELVES WHEN ADDRESSING
Commissioner Mathews
public every member of
themselves when addressing
THE COUNTY STAFF TO IDENTIFY
THE BOARD AND GENERAL PUBLIC
stated for the benefit of the
staff should properly identify
the Board of Commissioners.
Consensus: It was the consensus of the Board to direct
Staff members to property identify themselves when making
presentations and comments.
PRESENTATION ON GENERAL ELECTRIC'S "COMMUNITY HOME BUYERS
PROGRAM"
Ms. Katherine Hoyt, a member of Wilmington Housing
Finance & Development, Inc. (WHFD), commented on the need to
educate low and moderate income families on how to purchase
a home. She stated General Electric has designed a course
to prepare families for home ownership and she would like
permission to invite County employees to participate in this
program which is free of charge.
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Consensus: After discussion, it was the consensus of
Board to allow County employees to participate in
program sponsored by Wilmington Housing Finance
Development, Inc.
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Chairman Retchin recessed the meeting for a break from
10:30 o'clock A.M. to 10:39 o'clock A.M.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
CITY OF WILMINGTON TO JOINTLY PREPARE AND ADOPT A CAMA LAND
USE PLAN UPDATE
Motion: Commissioner Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
0' Neal to adopt the resolution entering into an agreement
with the City of Wilmington to jointly prepare and adopt a
CAMA Land Use Plan Update. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS
FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
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A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a
part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XVIII,
Page 9.
ADOPTION OF "RESOLUTION OF INTENT" TO CLOSE A PORTION OF
PLYMOUTH DRIVE
Commissioner 0' Neal commented on the future need of
easements for public utilities and asked if this matter has
been considered when closing a portion of Plymouth Drive.
Staff Planner, Sam Burgess, stated the Planning Staff
will recommend that Plymouth Drive remain open to provide
access between two subdivisions; however, there is no
problem with adopting the Resolution of Intent to schedule a
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Public Hearing at which time conditions can be applied to
the ro~d closing.
Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner Barfield
MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adopt the
Resolution of Intent to close a portion of Plymouth Drive.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
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Absent:
Vice-Chairman Retchin
A copy of the Resolution of Intent is hereby
incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in
Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 9.
DISCUSSION OF DRAFT PROPOSAL FROM THE U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
FOR CASTLE HAYNE AQUIFER STUDY
Assistant County Manager, Mary Gornto, commented on the
draft proposal stating the scope of the study was enlarged
based upon the issues and concerns of the Commissioners at
the meeting of February 9, 1990. The expanded scope has
significantly increased the cost of the study from $400,000
to $945,000; however, there is a possibility of obtaining
state funds and/or in-kind services which could reduce the
cost.
Discussion was held on committing to the study with the
abili ty to end the study after completion of any phase.
Assistant County Manager Gornto requested authority to
negotiate with U. S. Geological Survey to reduce the scope
and the cost without jeopardi~ing the value of the study.
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A lengthy discussion was held on reducing the scope of
the study and renegotiating the cost. Commissioner 0' Neal
stressed the importance of this study stating the aquifer is
the most valuable resource in New Hanover County.
Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner Barfield
MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Retchin to request the County
Staff to identify the scope of services and renegotiate the
cost with a recommendation being presented to the Board for
final approval. The floor was opened for discussion.
Mr. Ron Andrews, a local engineer and member of the
Wilmington Excellence Committee, encouraged the
Commissioners to begin with Phase I of the study.
Chairman Retchin recommended AMENDING THE MOTION to
include a statement encouraging Staff to begin the study
before the end of the fiscal year in order to be eligible to
receive State funds in the amount of $15,000 budgeted for FY
1989-90.
Amended Motion: Commissioner Barfield amended the MOTION to
request the County Staff to identify the scope of services
and re-negotiate the cost of the Castle Hayne Aquifer Study
with U. S. Geological Survey as quickly as possible in order
to receive, if possible, State funding allocated for
performance of the study. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS
FOLLOWS:
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Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
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DISCUSSION OF PURCHASE OF CAPE FEAR AND MASONBORO UTILITY
SYSTEMS
County Attorney Pope commented on the letter dated
March 20, 1990, from Gary K. Shipman, the attorney
representing the owners, stating the clients appear not to
be interested in selling the sewer systems to the County;
therefore, there is no need to pursue the purchase.
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Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner Barfield
MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to cease all
negotiations for purchase of Cape Fear and Masonboro Utility
Systems. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW
HANOVER COUNTY WATER & SEWER DISTRICT
Chairman Retchin recessed from Regular Session at 11:04
0' clock A.M. until 11: 27 0' clock A.M. to hold a Regular
Meeting of the New Hanover County Water & Sewer District.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
RATIFICATION OF GEROTHA R. SPAIN TO SERVE ON THE
SOUTHEASTERN CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH, DEVELOPMENTAL
DISABILITIES AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES AREA BOARD
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Motion: Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to ratify the appointment of Gerotha R. Spain to
serve as an at-large member on the Southeastern Center for
Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance
Abuse Services Area Board. The term is to expire March 27,
1994. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
APPOINTMENT OF BEN A. CROOM TO FILL AN UNEXPIRED TERM ON THE
NURSING HOME ADVISORY BOARD
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Mathews to appoint Mr. Ben A. Croom to fill the
unexpired term of Dr. Lewis R. Atwood on the Nursing Home
Advisory Board. The unexpired term will expire June 1,
1992. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
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Absent:
Vice-Chairman Corbett
POSTPONEMENT OF BID AWARD #FIN-90-0073 TO THE RUDD GROUP FOR
FURNISHINGS FOR THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT EXPANSION
Assistant Finance Director, Allan Mozingo, presented
background information on the following bids received for
cubical furnishings at the Health Department and recommended
adoption of a resolution to award the bid to The Rudd Group
of Greensboro, N. C., the lowest responsible bidder, in the
amount $71,465:
The Rudd Group
Carolina Office & Equipment Co.
$71,465.00
$63,573.00*
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Interior Management, Inc.
The Office Showcase
$61,790.48*
$61,738.00*
*Bidder did not meet required specifications and
is not considered a responsible bidder.
A lengthy discussion was held on the $9,700 difference
in the bid submitted by the Rudd Group and the other bids
received. Ms. Jo Tilghman, representing the JTL Design
Group, stated she wrote the specifications and the major
difference in the bid price is the panel system which has to
be a certain size in order to meet the space requirements.
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Consensus: After discussion of the specifications and the
difference in the amounts of bids received, it was the
consensus of the Board to postpone awarding the bid to the
Rudd Group and to direct Staff to study the specifications
and bids received with an explanation of the cost
difference. This item is to be placed on the agenda for
April 2, 1990.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Report on National Association of Counties 1990 Legislative
Conference
Commissioner Barfield commented on the Legislative
Conference held in Washington, D. C., on March 17-29, 1990,
stating it was very informative, particularly the conference
pertaining to housing and welfare which was presented by
Jack Kemp.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Chairman Retchin
requested an Executive
land for parks.
stated
Session
the County Attorney has
to discuss the purchase of
Motion: Commissioner
Commissioner Mathews to
discuss land acquisition.
FOLLOWS:
Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
convene to Executive Session to
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS
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Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent: Vice-Chairman Corbett
Chairman Retchin convened from Regular Session to
Executive Session at 12:03 o'clock P.M.
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED
Commissioner Mathews to reconvene to Regular Session.
vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
by
Upon
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent:
Vice-Chairman Corbett
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Chairman Retchin reconvened to Regular Session at 12:28
o'clock P.M.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to adjourn. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS
FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Mathews
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1990 (CONTINUED)
P.M.
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Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Absent:
Vice-Chairman Corbett
Chairman Retchin adjourned the meeting at 12:59 o'clock
Respectfully submitted,
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Lucie F. Harrell
Clerk to the Board
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