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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JULY 23, 1990
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, July 23, 1990, at 9:00 o'clock A.M. in the
Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North
Third Street, Wilmington, North Carolina.
Members present were: Commissioners Robert G. Greer; E. L.
Mathews, Jr.; Nolan O'Neal; Vice-Chairman Jonathan Barfield, Sr.;
Chairman Fred Retchin; County Manager, Allen O'Neal; County
Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F.
Harrell.
Chairman Retchin called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Finance Director, Andrew J. Atkinson, gave the invocation.
Commissioner Robert G. Greer led the audience in the Pledge
of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of June 6,
1990; Continued Meeting of June 28, 1990; and Regular Meeting of
July 2, 1990, as presented by the Clerk to the Board. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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
Commissioner Greer expressed concern for Consent Agenda Item
# 1, Change Order No. 6E to Reagan Electr ical Company in the
amount of $117,086.14 and asked if new expenses have been
incurred? County Manager O'Neal stated the Commissioners
previously approved the Change Order for the following purposes:
(1) security additions to the airport apron and concourse levels;
(2) modifications to the baggage service room; and (3)
installation of combination starters on hot water pumps.
Commissioner Greer also commented on Consent Agenda Item #6
and requested an explanation of EMS collections for the month of
June 1990. Finance Director, Andrew J. Atkinson, stated several
months ago, old EMS bills were forwarded to the Tax Department
for collections through placement of liens on real property.
Consensus: After discussion of EMS collections, it was the
consensus of the Board to request the Finance Director to prepare
an annual report on EMS collections.
Motion: After further discussion, Chairman Retchin MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner 0' Neal to approve the Consent Agenda
items as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Change Order Reports *14 and *15
The Commissioners approved Change Order Reports #14 and #15
as submitted by the Assistant County Manager.
Copies of the reports are hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 19.
Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Property
OWned by New Hanover County and the City of Wi~ington
The Commissioners adopted a resolution authorizing the sale
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of the following property jointly owned by the City and
County:
Tax Parcel No:
Description:
Deed Book:
Tax Value:
Amount of Offer:
Offeror:
R0050-17-003-036.000
Vacant Lot - 106 Section 3 Hillsdale
0564, Page 0116
$1,000
$1,675
Jerry F. & Ann B. Hollifield
54 Cardinal Drive
Wilmington, N. C.
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A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 19.
Adoption of Resolution for Addition of Teresa Drive to the State
Highway Secondary Road System
The Commissioners adopted a resolution requesting the North
Carolina Division of Highways to add Teresa Drive (Division File
#554-N) to the State Maintained Secondary Road System.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 19.
Adoption of Resolution Requesting Abandonment of a Portion of
State Road #1370 and State Road #1396 from the State Maintained
Secondary Road System (Division File 648-N)
The Commissioners adopted a resolution requesting the N. C.
Department of Transportation to abandon a portion of State Road
#1370 and State Road #1386 located at New Hanover International
Airport from the State Maintained Secondary Road System.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 19.
Approval of Position Reclassification For The Department of Aging
The Commissioners approved a request by the Department of
Aging to reclassify the Aging Van Driver position to an In-Take
Services position since implementation of the County's
Consolidated Transportation System has created a change in
staffing needs. The pay range will remain the same pending
completion of the County's Salary and Classification Study.
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Acceptance of Tax Collection Reports Through June 29, 1990
The Commissioners accepted the following Tax Collection
Reports through June 29, 1990, as submitted by the Collector
Revenue:
New Hanover County Tax Collection Report
New Hanover County Fire District Tax Collection Report
Copies of the reports are hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 19.
Approval for Release of Certification Penalty
The Commissioners approved release
certification penalty as requested by the Tax
this is the taxpayer's first offense:
- Tax Department
of the following
Administrator since
Nancy Louise Machner
$100
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Approval of Agreement #PER-90-0248 with the Corporate Health
Program of New Hanover Memorial Hospital
The Commissioners approved an agreement with the Corporate
Health Program of New Hanover Memorial Hospital for provision of
the following services:
1. Pre-employment and routine physical examinations.
2. Urine Drug Screening.
3. Employee Assistance Program.
4. Management of acute injuries under Worker's Compen-
sation Act.
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The Chairman was authorized to execute the contract
documents.
A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department.
PRESENTATION OF CURRENT ACTIVITIES OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY
AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICE ARBORETUM
Ms. Barbara Prather, Chairman of the New Hanover
Agricultural Extension Service Arboretum Foundation, presented
the following review of activities at the Arboretum:
. 1. "Pete Lewis" Greenhouse/Conservatory Project:
Total Cost for Completion:
Funds Collected:
$20,000
$10,205
Once the conservatory is completed, the facility
will be the focal point of weekly classes to be
offered to citizens beginning January 1, 1991.
2. Construction of Boardwalks: Boardwalks are
being constructed in the salt spray area in-
cluding a large deck to serve as an outdoor
classroom for approximately 40 persons.
3. Horticulture Classes for 7th Grade Students: In
conjunction with the New Hanover County Board
of Education, Horticulture classes will be pro-
vided for 7th grade students. Lessons will be
administered on the importance of preserving
the environment with an accompanying field trip.
4. Japanese Garden: Takeda Chemical Products, USA
has pledged $20,000 for construction of the
Japanese Garden which is now under construction.
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Ms. Prather expressed appreciation to the Commissioners for
their support and belief in the concept of the Arboretum, which
is now a reality.
Chairman Retchin, on behalf of the Board, expressed
appreciation to Ms. Prather and members of the Arboretum Board for
the excellent manner in which this project has been managed.
AUTHORIZATION FOR CHAIRMAN TO WRITE A "LETTER OF INTEREST" TO THE
Z. SMITH REYNOLDS FOUNDATION TO APPLY FOR GRANTS TO DEVELOP
CREATIVE PROGRAMS FOR WORKING WITH POOR FAMILIES
Director of Social Services, Wayne Morris, stated the Z.
Smith Reynolds Foundation is offering an opportunity for counties
to compete for five grants up to $1 million to develop a
creative, comprehensive, and coordinated plan to assist poor
families to escape pover~y and become self-sufficient. He stated
counties interested in applying for the grants must submit a
"letter of interest" from the Chairman of the Board postmarked no
later than August 1, 1990, and an initial proposal submitted by
October 1, 1990. He requested the Board to authorize the
Chairman to write a letter of interest in order to apply for the
foundation grants.
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Motion: After discussion of the procedures required to receive
one of the five (5) grants, Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Mathews to authorize the Chairman to prepare a
"letter of interest" to the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation by
August 1, 1990. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PRESENTATION ON CURRENT ACTIVITIES OF THE HUMAN SERVICES
TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY BOARD
Director of Public Services, Mike Waters, commented on the
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progress of the New Hanover County Transportation Human Services
Advisory Board and introduced Ms. Susan Dohrmann, Chairman of the
Advisory Board, to present a status report.
Ms. Dohrmann presented a report on the recent activities of
the Transportation Human Services Advisory Board and commented on
the following topics:
1. Characteristics of New Hanover County.
2. Existing Public Transportation.
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3. Public Transportation Needs of New Hanover County.
4. Development of Service Alternatives:
a. Establishment and Dissolution of Non-Profit
Organization.
b. Interim Coordinated Transportation Arrangements.
c. Long Range Consolidated Transportation System.
d. Pilot Project for Lift-Equipped Handicapped
Service.
5. Development Plan.
6. Budget.
Ms. Dohrmann stated the Transportation Development Plan
approved by the County Commissioners in December 1988 outlined an
implementation schedule to build a consolidated human services
transportation system in New Hanover County. New Hanover
Transportation Services, Inc. has completed the tasks of
designing the new system, selecting an operator, re-structuring
the non-profit organization into an Advisory Board, and updating
the Transportation Development Plan to reflect current
implementation status. The system will become operational on or ()
before September 1, 1990, utilizing nine (9) vehicles to
initially service clients of five agencies as well as
participants of the pilot project for lift-equipped service to
handicapped/disabled persons.
Ms. Dohrmann commented on proposals submitted for the
purchase of transportation stating after review by the Advisory
Board, the firm of CTS Management Company, Inc. has been
recommended. She requested the Commissioners to consider the
following action:
1. Approve Contract #PUB-90-0242 between New Hanover
County and CTS Management Company, Inc. for the
purchase of transportation service to operate the
consolidated transportation system with an amend-
ment to Article III(B) to read as follows:
This agreement may be terminated by either party
upon sixty (60) days written notice.
2. Approve the proposed By-Laws for the New Hanover
County Human Services Transportation Advisory Board
and ratify initial membership as follows:
AGENCY REPRESENTATIVES
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Dept. of Aging
Health Department
Dept. of Social Services
Southeastern Center
Wilmington Girls' Club
Annette Crumpton
Lynda Smith
Susan Dohrmann
Barbara Leviner
Barbara Graham
AT-LARGE MEMBERS
Over-Age-60
Handicapped/Disabled
Belle Whitman
Mike Gruber
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3. Approve the proposed 1990 Update to the Transpor-
tation Plan as presented.
Chairman Retchin, on behalf of the Board of
expressed appreciation to Ms. Dohrmann for
presentation and the time and effort given by the
Advisory Board in implementing this program.
Corrunissioners,
an excellent
Transportation
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Motion: Corrunissioner Mathews, the County's representative on the
Advisory Board, complimented Ms. Dohrmann and fellow members of
the corrunittee on the outstanding work performed in preparing the
plan and MOVED, SECONDED by Corrunissioner O'Neal to approve the
three items as recorrunended including the amendment to the
termination clause of the contract from thirty (30) days to sixty
(60) days. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department.
Copies of the By-Laws and 1990 Update to the Transportation
Development Plan are on file in the Clerk's Office.
PROGRESS REPORT ON THE SENIOR CENTER
Director of Public Works, Mike Waters, presented background
information on the progress of the Senior Center and requested
Ms. Annette Crumpton, Director of the Department of Aging, to
present a status report:
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Director Crumpton presented background information on the
activities of the Senior Center project and expressed
appreciation to the Architect, David Polston, members of the
County Staff, and seniors, particularly members of the VOCAL
group, who worked together in developing plans and specifications
for the new Senior Center. The State Office for Aging has
complimented the County Department of Aging for the involvement
of senior citizens in the design process and has recorrunended this
type program as a model for other local governments when
constructing new centers.
Chairman Retchin expressed appreciation
Aging, Architect, members of the County
citizens for efforts given in designing a
truly accorrunodate the senior population.
to the Director of
Staff, and senior
facili ty that will
STATUS REPORT ON THE DEVELOPMENT AND PURCHASE OF PARK LAND
Director of Public Works, Mike Waters, presented background
information on the bond referendum passed in December 1988, and
requested Mr. John Parker, the Director of Parks & Recreation, to
update the Corrunissioners on newly purchased land.
Director Parker presented background information on the
purchase of a 125 acre tract in the Ogden area and donation of a
52 acre tract in Castle Hayne. He stated the Parks & Recreation
Advisory Board is now reviewing sites for the fOllowing areas:
Myrtle Grove, Seabreeze, and Sea Gate. He expressed appreciation
to the Legal Department and Planning Department for their
assistance in purchase and identification of park sites.
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Corrunissioner Mathews corrunented on illegal dumping and
inquired as to whether the property in the Ogden area has been
properly posted and secured? Director Parker stated another gate
is being installed, and that he is currently working with the
County Manager to develop some type of monitoring system for all
county park sites.
Corrunissioner Barfield corrunented on the purchase of property
in the Seabreeze area inquiring as to the availability of land in
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this community. Director Parker stated the cost of lots in
Seabreeze range from $40,000-$70,000; therefore, sites on U. S.
421 are being reviewed.
Public Services Director Waters stated the major objective
of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will be to purchase the
sites as listed by Director Parker along with preparation of a
master plan for development of larger tracts.
Chairman Retchin expressed appreciation to the Public
Services Director, Parks & Recreation Director, and members of ()
the Advisory Board for the progress made in the purchase of park
land.
PRESENTATION OF SCHEMATIC DESIGN FOR JAIL EXPANSION
Mr. Herb McKim, a partner of Ballard McKim and Sawyer
Archi tects, P. C., presented schematic drawings of the proposed
jail expansion. He stated the project is divided into two parts:
(1) the renovations and additions of the existing Law Enforcement
Center at 4th and Princess Streets; and (2) the new building to
be constructed on county owned property on Division Drive. The
following facts were presented:
Renovations and Additions to Existing Law Enforcement Center
1. Relocate Patrol and Detective Divisions to a remote
location; relocate Vice/Narcotics, 911 and Emergency Services
convenient to Sheriff's office; locate 911 adjacent to Emergency
Services with both on dedicated emergency generator.
2 . Expand
Departments.
existing
Civil
Processing
and
Records
3. Expand existing 120 bed capacity by 124 new beds with a
mix of one bed isolation cells and maximum 12 bed cell blocks to
meet existing and future jail population needs.
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4. Expand existing attorney/inmate visitation rooms and
provide for attorney circulation security.
5. Relocate and expand existing medical unit.
6. Provide for future expansion of jail and judicial
functions.
Schematic Design Cost Estimates for renovations and additions:
New Construction
Renewed Construction
Renovated
Expansion Between Existing
Structure
6,489 sq. ft.
3,790 sq. ft.
24,812 sq. ft.
3,199 sq. ft.
TOTAL
$ 775,750
413,940
1,930,330
183,820
$3,303,840
Archi tect McKim recommended the use of limestone on the
exterior of the present law enforcement building since it would
be impossible to match the brick, and the limestone would create
an exterior blend with the Judicial Building. Commissioner
Mathews inquired as to the cost of limestone. Architect McKim
stated the cost is the same.
New Building to be Constructed on Division Drive
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Building Description & Structure:
1. All utilities to site by owner.
2. 1 1/2" bituminous paving on 4" stone base parking lots.
3. Concrete curbs.
4. 4" concrete walls.
5. Landscaping in parking lots and building perimeter.
6. 15' -30' light poles in parking lots.
7. Low level lighting at building entrances.
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Building Structure:
1. Light weight steel frame on spread footings.
2. Reinforced concrete slab on grade.
3. Spread concrete footing for masonry veneer support.
Building Exterior:
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1. Concrete masonry unit walls, beams and columns.
2. Aluminum windows and entry doors.
3. Structural metal roof.
4. Metal flashings and gutters.
Building Interior:
1. Floors - Carpet in offices & public areas.
- Vinyl in storage, mechanical, and electrical
rooms.
- Ceramic tile in bathrooms.
2. Walls: - Paint on gypsum board in all office areas.
- Vinyl wall coverings in conference & waiting
areas.
3. HVAC:
- Hydrolic heat plumbing system with gas or oil
fired boil]er.
4. Plumbing:
Municipal water system, if possible.
Municipal sewage disposal, if possible.
Rainwater disposal on site.
Commercial type plumbing fixtures.
5. Electrical: Standard commercial grade wiring, fixtures
and outlet. Conduit for computer and phone
systems.
. Schematic Design Cost Estimates for New Structure:
Sitework Development
Building
HVAC
Plumbing
Electrical
TOTAL
$ 150,000
1,065,850
150,000
60,000
200,000
$1,625,850
Architect McKim stated the proposed jail expansion will cost
approximately $4.9 million and will provide 124 new beds for a
total of 246 beds. The j ail population is now running at a
maximum of 191 with an average daily population of 149;
therefore, the expanded facility will provide an additional 100
bed increase based upon a daily average.
Vice-Chairman Barfield emphasized the importance of the
proposed j ail expansion meeting current and future needs. He
also commented on closing a portion of 4th Street asking if this
would provide enough space to accommodate future expansion?
Architect McKim stated this space would allow for expansion and
that this idea was discussed at the beginning of the project.
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Motion: Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews
to authorize the Architect to proceed with the next design step
(preparation of drawings and a model for the existing Law
Enforcement Center and new facility to be located on Division
Drive) and to request the County Manager to prepare financing
recommendations with both items being presented within 120 days.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CLOSE A PORTION OF AN
UNNAMED ROAD LOCATED AT THE NORTHEASTERN END OF GRAND CHAMPION
ROAD, FEDERAL POINT TOWNSHIP (SC-50)
Planning Director Hayes presented a resolution of Intent to
schedule a Public Hearing on September 4, 1990, for the
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Commissioners to consider closing a portion of an unnamed road
located at the northeastern end of Grand Champion Road. Director
Hayes stated the road serves as an access to numerous properties
north of the proposed closing; therefore, the petitioner has
agreed to construct another access road, if the road closing is
approved.
Motion: After further discussion, vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED,
SECONDED by commissioner Mathews to adopt the Resolution of
Intent to schedule a Public Hearing on september 4, 1990, for the
Commissioners to consider the road closing. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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A copy of the Resolution of Intent is hereby incorporated as
a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XVIII,
Page 19.
ADOPTION OF SMOKING POLLUTION CONTROL ORDINANCE
Discussion was held on the proposed Smoking Pollution
Control Ordinance. Chairman Retchin commented on the time
involved by the New Hanover County Board of Health and the Board
of County commissioners in developing an ordinance acceptable to
both boards. He requested the Commissioners to amend the
proposed ordinance as follows:
Section 8.5-27. Regulation of Smoking in Restaurants to
read as follows:
"The owner of every restaurant shall designate a non-
smoking area, consisting of at least 25% percent of the
indoor seating capacity of the restaurant.
Section 8.5-26. Smoking Prohibited in Specified Public
Places.
(c) Delete, regardless of capacity after
the word "elevator".
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(d) Add Public before Restrooms.
Section 8.5-30. Sale of Cigarettes to Minors Prohibited
to read as follows:
"Any retail store that offers cigarettes for sale shall
post a conspicuous 5" x 7" sign stating "The sale of
cigarettes to minors under the age of 17 years is a
misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed Five
Hundred ($500.00) Dollars, imprisonment for not more
than six months, or both (G.S. 14-313)".
Effective Date: Change from January 1, 1991, to October
1, 1990.
Motion: After further discussion, Chairman Retchin MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to adopt the proposed Smoking
Ordinance as amended to become effective October 1, 1990. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Smoking Control Ordinance is on file in the
Clerk's office for codification into the New Hanover County Code.
After further discussion, the Chairman was authorized ton
write a letter to the other municipalities requesting adoption of J
a similar ordinance.
AUTHORIZATION TO DONATE SURPLUS COMPUTER EQUIPMENT TO COMPUTER
FUNDING ALLIANCE
Chairman Retchin stated a request has been received from
Computer Funding Alliance for donation of county surplus computer
equipment to provide computer technology and training to.
handicapped individuals that are not in a position to purchase
this type of equipment.
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Commissioner Greer
agreement having no time
equipment for a period of
be reviewed.
expressed concern for the proposed
frame and recommended donation of the
one year at which time the program will
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Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner Greer MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to authorize the County to donate
surplus computer equipment to Computer Funding Alliance for a
period of one (1) year subject to a detailed report being
forwarded to the County annually on the utilization of the
equipment and success of the training program for handicapped
individuals. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Letter of Agreement is hereby incorporated as
a part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit XVIII, Page 18.
ADOPTION OF AMENDMENT TO PERSONNEL POLICY PROHIBITING COUNTY
EMPLOYEES FROM BIDDING ON PERSONAL PROPERTY SOLD AT COUNTY
AUCTIONS
County Manager 0' Neal commented on the proposed amendment
which would progibit county employees, public officials, and
members of their immediate families from bidding on real or
personal property sold at County auctions. He recommended
adoption of the proposed policy to become effective immediately.
Vice-Chairman Barfield expressed concern for prohibiting
employees, public officials, and members of their immediate
families from bidding on real property stating real estate bids
are sealed. He recommended deleting the clause, "real property"
from the proposed amendment stating County employees should not
be denied the right to bid on real property.
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Motion: After further discussion, Chairman Retchin MOVED,
SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Barfield to adopt the amendment to the
personnel policy prohibiting county employees, public officials,
and members of their immediate families from bidding on any
personal property sold at County auctions. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the amendment is on file in the Personnel Office.
ADOPTION OF AMENDMENT TO "RESOLUTION FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF POLICY
AND PROCEDURES FOR APPOINTMENTS TO COUNTY BOARDS, COMMISSIONS,
COMMITrEES OR AUTHORITIES
Chairman Retchin stated discussion has been held on the
Board's policy for appointment of citizens to serve on various
boards, commissions, and committees, etc. In an attempt to
provide additional time to review the qualifications of
applicants, an amendment has been prepared to receive nominations
for appointments at the first meeting of the month with final
action being taken at the next regular meeting.
Vice-Chairman Barfield strongly objected to
amendment and expressed concern for lobbying of
between meetings. He urged the Commissioners
current policy to remain unchanged.
the proposed
the nominees
to allow the
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Motion: After discussion of
qualified applicants, Chairman
Commissioner 0' Neal to adopt
presented:
the importance
Retchin MOVED,
the following
of reviewing
SECONDED by
amendment as
It shall be the policy of the New Hanover County Board
of commissioners to nominate citizens to boards and
commissions at regular or special/called meetings of
the Board. Furthermore, it shall be the policy of the
Board to appoint citizens to boards and commissions at
the regular meeting of the Board following the nomina-
tion. However, in the event that only one citizen is
nominated, the appointment may occur at the same
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meeting.
The Board may deviate from this policy only with a
majority vote of its members.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Greer
Commissioner Mathews
Commissioner O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
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Voting Nay: Commissioner Barfield
A copy of the amendment is on file in the Clerk's office.
BREAK
Chairman Retchin recessed the meeting for a break from 10:25
o'clock A.M. to 10:35 o'clock A.M.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION FOR CONDEMNATION OF SEWER LINE EASEMENT ON
THE PROPERTY OF JEAN-CLAUDE CORBI AND WIFE, NADIA S. CORBI
County Engineer, Wyatt Blanchard, stated several
unsuccessful attempts have been made to acquire an easement from
Jean-Claude Corbi and wife, Nadia S. Corbi, on property located
at the end of Soundview Road in the Whiskey Creek area. Also,
unsuccessful negotiations were held with two other property
owners for acquisition of an easement around the property;
therefore, Staff requests authorization to condemn'the easement
on the Corbi property.
Motion: After further discussion, Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to adopt the resolution for
condemnation of the easement on property owned by Jean-Claude
Corbi and wife, Nadia S. Corbi for the public purpose of
providing a sewage collection and disposal system in the
unincorporated area of New Hanover County. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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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 19.
MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER
COUNTY WATER & SEWER DISTRICT
Chairman Retchin recessed the Regular Meeting
meeting of the District Board of Commissioners of the
County Water & Sewer District from 10:45 o'clock A.M.
o'clock A.M.
to hold a
New Hanover
until 11:03
APPROVAL OF FULL TIME CARPENTER I/MAINTENANCE MECHANIC POSITION
FOR NEW HANOVER COUNTY MUSEUM
County Manager 0' Neal stated the Museum has requested that
the vacant part-time Carpenter l/Maintenance Mechanic position be
reclassified as a full-time position in order to hire a qualified
person to perform carpenter and maintenance work at Museum. The
Director of Personnel is in agreement with the reclassification
and the Budget Officer has informed Staff that funds are
available in the Museum's temporary salary account.
Motion: After discussion of the current museum expansion and
funds being available, Commissioner 0' Neal MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Mathews to reclassify the part-time Carpenter
I/Maintenance Mechanic position to a full-time position as
requested by the Museum. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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REAPPOINTMENT OF MARY E. HATCHER, SUSAN PEARSON CROUCH, AND
SANRDA DUGAN TO SERVE ON THE DOMICILIARY HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
Motion: Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal
to reappoint Mary E. Hatcher, Susan Pearson Crouch, and Sandra
Dugan to serve three-year terms on the Domiciliary Home Community
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Advisory Committee. The terms will expire July 1, 1993.
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Upon
APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN FRED RETCHIN TO SERVE AS THE COUNTY'S
REPRESENTATIVE ON THE CHILD RESOURCE AND REFERRAL, INC. BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Consensus: After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board
to appoint Chairman Fred Retchin to serve on the Child Resource
and Referral, Inc. Board of Directors. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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APPROVAL OF FUNDING REQUEST FROM THE OPTIMIST CLUB OF WINTER
PARK, INC.
County Manager O'Neal stated a funding request in the amount
of $1,500 has been received from the Softball Commissioner of the
Optimist Club of Winter Park, Inc. to assist with travel expenses
for two teams to play in the Southeast Regional Babe Ruth Soft
Ball Tournament in Alachua, Florida on August 2-6, 1990.
Discussion was held on the importance of sports to young
people. Vice-Chairman Barfield recommended establishing a line
item in next year's budget to cover requests of this type stating
keeping children off of the streets will help to reduce the use
of drugs.
Commissioner Greer expressed concern for setting a precedent
and questioned whether the taxpayer should be responsible for
this type of expense.
Motion: After discussion of the importance of these programs to
young people, volunteers, and parents, Chairman Retchin MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to approve funding in the amount
of $1,000 ($500 to each team) to the Optimist Club of Winter
Park, Inc. to cover travel expenses for two teams to play in the
Southeast Regional Babe Ruth Soft Ball Tournament in Alachua,
Florida on August 2-6, 1990, and to direct the County Staff to
establish a line item in the Parks & Recreation 1991-92 Budget
for this type of funding requests with development of guidelines
for control. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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DISCUSSION OF DEMOLITION LANDFILLS
Chairman Retchin commented on the recent fire at the illegal
demolition landfill located on Blue Clay Road stating this issue
must be addressed. The following items were discussed:
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Identification of Demolition Landfills.
Control of Demolition Landfills through a license
or permitting process.
Possible change of zoning to limit construction of
sites and require buffering.
Educate citizens on disposal of hazardous wastes
such as old paint, motor oil, batteries, inc.
Notify property owners of their responsibility if
dump sites are located on their property.
Request the Sheriff to alert officers patrolling
areas to monitor roadside littering and trucks when
carrying loads of trash.
Schedule an Amnesty Day for disposal of household
hazardous wastes once a year with no fee charged.
Include in the proposed County-wide Collections
system a method of collecting hazardous materials.
Further discussion was held on the fact that disposal of
hazardous waste materials must be addressed and very little
financial assistance will be provided by the state and federal
government; therefore, local governments will be responsible for
environmental problems. Chairman Retchin stated hazardous waste
problems are growing and the County must develop some form of
policy and control.
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County Manager O'Neal stated the County Staff is in the
process of preparing recommendations for immediate and long term
action for better control of demolition landfills. He emphasized
the importance of working cooperatively with the State when
developing guidelines.
Consensus: After further discussion, it was the consensus
of the Board to place recommendations for addressing demolition
landfills on the agenda for August 20, 1990.
ADJOURNMENT
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Commissioner Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman "-- /'
to adjourn. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion:
Barfield
Chairman Retchin adjourned the meeting at 11:59 o'clock A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Clerk to the Board
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