1990-08-06 Regular Meeting
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 6, 1990
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, August 6, 1990, at 7:30 o'clock P.M. in the
Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North
Third Street, Wilmington, North Carolina.
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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, Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell.
Chairman Retchin called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Reverend Peter Webster, Pastor of the Unitarian Universalist
Fellowship, gave the invocation.
Commissioner O'Neal led the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: Commissioner Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Neal to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing held on July
9, 1990, with corrections as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
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Discussion of Water Tests in Wrightsboro Area
Ms. Alcenia Holmes, representing the Committee of Concerned
Citizens of Wrightsboro, inquired as to the results of the wells
tested after the fire at the demolition landfill located on Blue
Clay Road, and presented a list of wells in the area that were
not tested asking if these wells will be tested?
Chairman Retchin stated the test results were received at
5:00 P.M. yesterday with a trace of chemicals in two of the three
wells tested; however, no explanation has been given as to the
breakdown of chemicals. He assured Ms. Holmes that once
additional information has been received the community will be
notified of the test results, and the Commissioners will take
whatever steps are necessary to protect the public health of
citizens living in the surrounding area.
Discussion of Zoning Board of Adjustment Public Notice
Advertisement
Ms. Mildred Harris commented on the brief discussion
concerning the wording of notices published for Zoning Board of
Adjustment meetings on July 23, 1990, and stated the notice was
moved to legal notices and the publication did not contain the
words, Public Hearing. She inquired as to whether the new
wording was a product of the County Attorney.
County Attorney Pope stated he did not draft the wording
published, and that a meeting is scheduled with the County Staff
for discussion of this issue.
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Ms. Harris asked if the business conducted at the July
Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting would be legally acceptable
since the notice was not advertised correctly.
County Attorney Pope stated the meeting was opened to the
public; therefore, the action taken would be legally acceptable.
Consensus: After discussion of the correct verbiage for public
notices and the need to clarify the term, Public Hearing, it was
the consensus of the Board to request the County Attorney to
prepare a definition of the term, Public Hearing, and to prepare
a correctly worded public notice. This information is to be
forwarded to Ms. Mildred Harris.
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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to approve the Consent Agenda items as presented. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Budget Amendment *91-0098 - Public Address System for
County Commissioners
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
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91-0008 Non-Departmental and Property Management
Debit
Credit
Non-Departmental
Contingency
$3,600
Property Management
contracted Services
Capital Outlay
$ 400
$3,200
Purpose: Transfer of funds from contingency to
Management for purchase of portable public address and
system to be used for public hearings held away
Commissioners' regular meeting place.
Property
recording
from the
Budget Amendment *91-0010 Reported for Entry Into the Record -
Recycling Program
The following Budget Amendment was reported for entry into
the record:
91-0010 Resource Recovery/Appropriated Fund Balance
Debit Credit
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Resource Recovery
Appropriated Fund Balance
$80,000
Solid Waste Planning
Salaries and Wages
Social Security Taxes
Fuel and Supplies
Capital Outlay
Uniforms
contracted Services
$21,738
1,662
5,000
1,500
100
50,000
Purpose: To establish FY 1990-91 Budget for Recycling Program as
approved by the Commissioners on May 21, 1990.
Explanation of Line Items: Fuel for the trucks purchased in FY
1989-90; Contracted Services budgeted for the County's agreement
with the City of Wilmington; and Capital Outlay for purchase of
90-gallon recycling carts.
Approval of Budget Amendment *91-0012 - Sheriff's Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
91-0012 Sheriff Department/Federal Forfeited Property c--)
Debit Credit
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Federal Forfeited Property
$69,322
Departmental Supplies
Buildings
Capital Outlay
Vehicles
$10,000
3,000
36,322
20,000
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Purpose: To budget federal forfeited property funds in the
amount of $11,007 which was collected and not expended in FY
1989-90; the remaining $58,315 was collected in the current year.
These funds will be used to purchase law enforcement items as the
Sheriff deems necessary.
Federal forfeited property funds are budgeted as received and
must be used for law enforcement activities.
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Approval of Range Changes for Compliance to State Personnel Act
The Commissioners approved the following range changes to
maintain an established relationship within occupational groups
as required by the State Personnel Act:
Machine Operator I
Medical Lab Assistant I
Medical Lab Assistant III
Community Support Services Supervisor II
- Range 61 to Range 62
- Range 58 to Range 57
- Range 62 to Range 61
- Range 60 to Range 62
Ratification of Appointments to the New Hanover County Board of
Fire Commissioners
The Commissioners ratified the following appointments to the
Board of Fire Commissioners as submitted by the Volunteer Fire
Departments:
Lou Mattes - Myrtle Grove Volunteer Fire Department
Harry Bennett - Seagate Volunteer Fire Department
Adoption
Carolina
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of Resolution Adding Roads in Fawn Creek to the North
Secondary Road System
Commissioners adopted a resolution adding the following
the State Secondary Road System:
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Fawn Creek Drive, Section I
Deer Haven Court, Antler Drive, and Elk Trail
(Division File #649-N)
Fawn Creek Drive, Section II
(Division File #645-N)
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 20.
Approval of New Hanover County Aging Plan
The Commissioners approved the New Hanover County Aging
Strategic Plan as submitted by the Inter-Disciplinary Committee.
The major priorities are as follows: (1) need for more In-home
Service; (2) need for affordable assisted transitional housing
for the elderly; and (3) an educational plan to address pertinent
aging issues.
A copy of the plan is on file in the Administrative Office
of the Department of Aging.
Approval of Contract ftOMB-90-0259 with Du-Penza Services, Inc.
for Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program
The Commissioners approved a contract with Du-Penza
Services, Inc. for the low-income weatherization assistance
program to the elderly, handicapped and low-income individuals.
The County Manager was authorized to execute the contract
documents.
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A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department.
PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO COMMISSIONER E. L.
MATHEWS, JR. FOR SERVICE ON THE BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Chairman Retchin, on behalf of the Board, presented a
Certificate of Appreciation to Commissioner E. L. Mathews, Jr. in
recognition of his service on the Board of Social Services.
APPROVAL OF NEW POSITIONS IN THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
Assistant County Manager, Mary Gornto, on behalf of Sheriff
Joe McQueen, requested approval of the following new positions:
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Data Control Clerk: Position will be assigned to the
Records Section in order to meet minimum requirements
for use of the State's Division of Criminal Informa-
tion system. The position will require a Budget Amend-
ment in the amount of $17,459.
K-9 Detective: Position will be assigned to the Vice/
Narcotics Unit and is needed due to the increased work
load in the division. Drug-forfeiture funds are avail-
able and will be utilized for the current fiscal year;
however, the county will have to fund the position in
future years. The approximate cost of the position
is $25,000.
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Motion: After discussion of the need for both positions,
Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Greer to
approve the Data Control Clerk position with the necessary Budget
Amendment and the K-9 Detective position as requested by the
Sheriff. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO
ESTABLISH A CHILD DAY CARE CENTER AT MASONBORO BAPTIST CHURCH
(S-317)
Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing and stated this
is a quasi-judicial hearing; therefore, persons wishing to
testify must be sworn in by the Clerk to the Board. The
following person was sworn in:
Reverend Gordon Wright
Planning Director Hayes presented Staff's findings of fact
as follows:
General Requirement #1: The proposed use will not materially
endanger the public health or safety if located where proposed
based upon the following findings:
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1. The subject property has direct vehicular access to Beasley
Road.
2. The applicant is working closely with building, health and
state officials to insure that interior renovations comply with
County Codes and State day care laws.
3. The subject property is located within the Winter Park
Volunteer Fire Department District.
General Requirement #2: The proposed use meets all required
conditions and specifications based upon the following findings:
1. Off-street parking will be accommodated by existing church
yard parking facilities.
2. Pick-ups and deliveries can be made without backing onto the
street right-of-way.
3. As required by State day care licensing laws, outdoor play
areas will be within fenced areas with the fence being at least
four (4) feet in height. There is an existing fence (chainlink)
at the rear of the educational building.
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4. Outside signage shall not exceed two (2) square feet in area
because the proposed facility is not located on an existing
collector or arterial.
General Requirement #3: The proposed use will not substantially
injure the value of adjoining or abutting property based upon the
following findings:
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1. The day care facility, which will accommodate up
children will be housed in the educational building on
property. No exterior renovations are planned.
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church
2. The existing church facilities have been expanded on this
site without any apparent effect on property values nearby.
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General Requirement #4: The proposed use will be in harmony with
the area in which it is to be located and in general conformity
with the plan of development submitted based upon the following
findings:
1. The use will be located in an existing building on a site
which has been occupied by a church for a number of years.
2. The site is located very near the intersection of Masonboro
Loop Road and Beasley Road and does not encroach into a
subdivision.
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in favor of issuing the Special Use Permit.
The following person commented:
Reverend Gordon Wright commented on the beginning of a small
day care program at Masonboro Baptist Church and stated due to
growth of the program and a need for day care services, the
church is requesting a Special Use Permit for establishment of a
day care center.
Chairman Retchin asked Reverend Wright if he concurs with
the findings of fact as presented by the Planning Staff.
Reverend Wright stated he agreed with the findings as presented.
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Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in opposition to the issuance of the Special
Use Permit. No one commented.
Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Barfield to grant the Special Use Permit based upon the findings
of fact meeting the four general requirements. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Special Use Permit is hereby incorporated as a
part of the minutes and is contained in SUP Book I, Page 42.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER
LOCATED SOUTH OF THE U. S.
INTERSECTION TO B-2 BUSINESS
Chairman Retchin opened
REZONING APPROXIMATELY 7.7 ACRES
HIGHWAY 117 AND N. C. HIGHWAY 132
FROM R-20 RESIDENTIAL (Z-411)
the Public Hearing.
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Planning Director Hayes presented background information on
the request stating although there is a significant area of B-2
zoning to the north and east of the property in question, the
Planning Commission was concerned that further southern expansion
would be detrimental to several residential uses nearby. Several
of these residential property owners appeared before the Planning
Commission to protest the change. Sensing the need to protect
residential interests to the south from commercial encroachment
while providing for expanded commercial opportunity, the Planning
Commission unanimously voted to recommend B-1 zoning for only the
eastern half of the properties. Director Hayes presented a map
based upon the Planning Commission's recommendation.
Vice-Chairman Barfield stated the Planning Staff recommended
rezoning the entire tract in order to provide for ingress and
egress; therefore, he would rezone the site to B-2 as requested.
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Chairman Retchin asked if
would like to speak in favor
following person commented:
anyone from the general public
of the rezoning request. The
Attorney Jim McDonald, representing Lucille Horrell, the
property owner and petitioner, stated the original request was
for B-2 zoning of the entire tract (Tract 2 and Tract 3);
however, after realizing the concerns of the adj acent property
owners, the petitioner has agreed to request B-2 zoning for Tract
2 and allow Tract 3 (the southern end of the property) to remain
residentially zoned. He commented on the growth in this area and 0
stated the highest and best use of the property is for commercial
development.
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in opposition to the rezoning request. The
following persons commented:
Mr. James W. Buie, Jr., an adjacent property owner, stated
he purchased the property for construction of a home; therefore,
he is opposed to B-2 zoning.
Vice-Chairman Barfield asked if allowing Tract 3 to remain
residentially zoned would satisfy Mr. Buie's concerns. Mr. Buie
stated this proposal would be satisfactory.
Ms. Alma Daniels, an adjacent property owner, stated
allowing Tract 3 to remain residentially zoned would satisfy her
concerns.
Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: After discussion of the petitioner's proposal,
Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to
rezone Tract 2 from R-15 to B-2 and allow Tract 3 to remain
residentially zoned. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CASTLE HAYNE ZONING AREA OF NEW
HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTED JULY 1, 1985," is hereby
incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Zoning
Book II, under the Castle Hayne Section, Page 12.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING .62 OF AN ACRE ON THE WEST
SIDE OF MILITARY CUT-OFF ROAD, SOUTH OF EASTWOOD ROAD, TO B- 2
BUSINESS FROM R-15 RESIDENTIAL (Z-412 - APPEALED CASE)
Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Hayes presented background information
stating although the Planning Commission and Planning Staff
agreed that the proposed rezoning would not create serious
hardships, they believe the rezoning would lead to similar
requests along the corridor which would create difficulty in
promoting orderly commercial development for the area. The
Planning Commission voted 3-2 for denial of the proposed
rezoning.
Vice-Chairman Barfield requested to be excused from voting
on the proposed rezoning since the petitioner is his cousin.
Motion: Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED
Mathews to excuse Vice-Chairman Barfield from
proposed rezoning due to a conflict of interest.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
by Commissioner
voting on the
Upon vote, the
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Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the proposed
rezoning. The following person commented:
Attorney Jim McDonald, representing Ms. Deloris
petitioner, stated the property is surrounded by
Brown, the
B-2 uses;
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therefore, rezoning this site would be consistent with adjacent
properties. He respectfully requested approval of the rezoning
request.
Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: After discussion of surrounding property being zoned B-2
and the need to square off the tract, Commissioner Mathews MOVED,
SECONDED by Chairman Retchin to approve the B- 2 rezoning as
requested by the petitioner. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS
FOLLOWS:
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Voting Aye: Commissioner Greer
Commissioner Mathews
Chairman Retchin
Voting Nay: Commissioner O'Neal
Excused: Vice-Chairman Barfield
Commissioner 0' Neal stated, for the record, he feels the
recommendation of the Planning Commission and Planning Staff
should be upheld and cautioned allowing additional commercial
uses on the Military Cut-Off Road.
A copy of " AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 2 OF NEW HANOVER
COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTED ON DECEMBER 15, 1969," is hereby
incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Zoning
Book I, Section 2, Page 30.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO THE MOBILE HOME PARK
ORDINANCE BY SPECIFYING THE MINIMUM PERIMETER SETBACK FOR MOBILE
HOMES TO 75 FEET
Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing.-
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Planning Director Hayes stated the proposed amendment was
initiated by the Plannfng Commission to clarify setbacks for
mobile homes in mobile home parks. The purpose of this
modification is to specifically state that in no case shall any
mobile home within a park be located closer than 75 feet to any
residentially zoned property not occupied by the mobile home park
regardless of the buffer width.
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the proposed
amendment. No one commented.
Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to approve the amendment to the Mobile Home Park
Ordinance as presented by the Planning Commission. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER SYSTEMATICALLY ASSIGNING HOUSE NUMBERS
TO PROPERTIES LOCATED ALONG ATLANTIC DRIVE, BUENA VISTA DRIVE,
AND KANNAPOLIS DRIVE LOCATED IN HARNETT TOWNSHIP
Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing.
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Planning Director Hayes requested authorization to
systematically assign house numbers on Atlantic Drive, Buena
Vista Drive, and Kannapolis Drive in Harnett Township for
accurate identification of properties for emergency responses and
general county services.
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone
would like to speak in favor of or
assignment of house numbers as presented.
from the general public
in opposition to the
No one commented.
Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
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Motion: Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Greer to adopt the order systematically assigning house numbers
on Atlantic Drive, Buena vista Drive, and Kannapolis Drive
located in Harnett Township. 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 XVIII, Page 20.
PUBLIC HEARING TO NAME A PRIVATE ROAD LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF
CHADWICK AVENUE (CAPE FEAR TOWNSHIP) TO CASTLE CREEK LANE (SN-58) 0
Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Hayes commented on the private drive
stating this road will serve future commercial structures;
therefore, the Planning Staff recommends approval.
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the proposed
road naming. No one commented.
Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Neal to approve naming the private road to Castle Creek Lane as
recommended by the Planning Staff. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the ordinance is hereby incorporated as a part of
the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 20.
DISCUSSION OF JOINT CITY/COUNTY OFFER TO PURCHASE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF THIRD AND CHESTNUT STREETS
Chairman Retchin requested the Commissioners not to refer to
the dollar amount of the proposal when discussing this matter
since the Hobbs family has not been approached with the joint 0
City/County offer.
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Motion: After discussion of recent negotiations between the City
and County, Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to authorize the County Manager to join with the City
Manager in presenting an offer to purchase the property located
at the corner of Third and Chestnut streets at a figure less than
listed in the proposed offer. The offer will be subject to final
approval by the Board of Commissioners. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 20, 1990, TO CONSIDER
ADOPTION OF SCHEDULES, STANDARDS, AND RULES FOR THE 1991
REVALUATION
Tax Administrator, Roland Register, presented background
information on the 1991 Revaluation and stated according to NCGS
105-317, the County is required to schedule a Public Hearing to
consider adoption of proposed schedules, standards, and rules for
the 1991 Revaluation with notice of the date, time, and place.
Schedules will be available for public inspection as of August 6,
1990, in the Tax Office. He requested the Commissioners to
schedule a Public Hearing for August 20, 1990, at 9:00 o'clock
A.M. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse
located at 24 North Third Street. The appropriate notice is to
be published by the Clerk to the Board. 0
Motion: Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Retchin
to schedule a Public Hearing on Monday, August 20, 1990, at 9:00
A. M. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse
and authorize the Clerk to the Board to publish the appropriate
notice. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
BREAK
Chairman Retchin recessed the meeting for a break from 9:01
o'clock P. M. to 9:16 o'clock P.M.
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ADOPTION OF REVISIONS TO THE SEDIMENTATION AND EROSION CONTROL
ORDINANCE
County Engineer, Wyatt Blanchard, presented revisions to the
Sedimentation and Erosion Control Ordinance and stated he would
be glad to answer questions.
commissioner Greer expressed concern for many portions of
the ordinance being mandated by the State and inquired as to why
the County should become involved with state regulations.
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Civil Engineer, Jim Craig, stated the purpose of including
these portions of the ordinance is to provide the developer with
required State regulations when g~ading slopes and placing
drainage ditch8s in subdivisions He stated hopefully this will
assist in resolving some of the drainage problems being
experienced by homeowners in areas throughout the county.
commissioner Greer questioned the wording on Page 16 under
Section B requesting an explanation of the rate charge per acre
after 50 acres.
Civil Engineer Craig stated the wording should be changed to
read as follows: "Over ten (10) acres, an additional $ 50 per
acre."
Motion:
Mathews
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Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
to approve the revisions with the change of wording on
to read, "Over ten (10) acres, an additional $50 per
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the ordinance is on file in the Clerk's office for
codification into the County Code.
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MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER
COUNTY WATER & SEWER DISTRICT
Chairman Retchin recessed the meeting to hold a Water &
Sewer District meeting from 9:09 o'clock P.M. to 9:31 o'clock
P.M.
APPROVAL OF SCHEDULE FOR BOND SALE ACTIVITIES
County Manager 0' Neal presented a calendar for bond sale
activities and requested approval of the following schedule:
7/26/90 - Begin process for a two-thirds bond issue for water and
sewer construction in the amount of $750,000.
7/29/90
applicable)
information
computation.
Gather data for computing arbitrage rebate (if
on Resource RecoVcery Bonds and Museum Bonds. Submit
to LeBoeuf Lamb Leiby & MacRae for actual
7/29/90 - Begin process for selling $5,000,000 Parks Bond and
$11,968,000 Water & Sewer Bonds with placement on sale calendar
with the Local Government Commission.
8/20/90 - Introduce Bond Order for two-thirds sale of Water and
Sewer Bonds.
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10/8/90 - Meeting with rating agencies should be scheduled during
this week. Will check with rating agencies to see if they desire
to meet in New Hanover County or in New York.
10/19/90 - Official statement on bond sale is mailed to potential
buyers by the Local Government Commission.
10/30/90 - Sale date for bonds.
11/20/90 - Receive money for bond sale.
commissioner Greer inquired as to the two-thirds bond issue
and questioned if this is a normal procedure used by the County,
and if so, is it appropriate to proceed without public consent?
He expressed concern for this type of bond issue being misleading
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to the public, particularly with reference to increasing the
County's bond debt service.
County Attorney Pope stated New Hanover County and other
municipalities and counties throughout the state utilize the
two-thirds bond issue as an economic method of borrowing money.
Commissioner Greer concurred with the two-thirds issue for
the specific purpose of expanding the sewer system and stated in
the future, issues of this type should be carefully reviewed
before increasing the County's debt.
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Motion: After a lengthy discussion on the two-thirds bond issue
and the loss of revenue from the state and federal budget cuts,
Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to
approve the schedule of bond sale activities as presented by the
County Manager. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
AWARD OF BIDS FOR AIRPORT TERMINAL FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSORIES
Assistant County Manager, Mary Gornto, stated funds in the
amount of $90,000 were budgeted for furnishings and accessories
for the new airport terminal. Bids have been received in the
amount of $84,454.50 and she recommended award of the following
bids:
Group A - Public Seating
Bids Received:
The Office Show Case
Carolina Office Equipment Company
Alfred Williams & Company
$45,574.35
$46,749.25
$47,746.39
Recommend award of bid to The Office Showcase, the
lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $45,574.35.
Group E - Trash Receptacles
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Bids Received:
The Office Showcase
Carolina Office Equipment Company
Alfred Williams & Company
$ 8,574.90
$10,201.50
$ 8,587.49
Recommend award of bid to The Office Showcase, the
lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $8,574.90.
Group B - Conference Room Chairs
Bids Received:
Carolina Office Equipment Company
The Office Showcase
Alfred Williams & Company
$9,108.40
No Bid
No Bid
Recommend award of bid to Caro~ina Office Equipment
Company, the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount
of $9,108.40.
Group C - Conference Room Seating
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Bids Received:
Carolina Office Equipment Company
The Office Showcase
Alfred Williams & Company
$2,380.00
No Bid
$3,091.41
Recommend award of bid to Carolina Office Equipment
Company, the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount
of $2,380.00.
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Group F - Draperies
Bids Received:
Carolina Office Equipment Company
The Office Showcase
Alfred Williams & Company
$4,118.25
No Bid
No Bid
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Recommend award of bid to Carolina Office Equipment
Company, the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount
of $4,118.25.
Group G - Cushions
Bids Received:
Carolina Office Equipment Company
The Office Showcase
Alfred Williams & Company
$3,759.80
No Bid
No Bid
Recommend award of bid to Carolina Office Equipment
Company, the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount
of $3,759.80.
Group D - Conference Room Table
Bids Received:
Alfred Williams & Company
The Office Showcase
Carolina Office Equipment Company
$2,965.70
$3,391.35
$3,393.90
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Recommend award of bid to Alfred Williams & Company,
the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of
$2,965.70.
Motion: Commissioner 0' Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Barfield to adopt the resolutions awarding the bids to the lowest
responsible bidders as recommended. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Copies of the resolutions are hereby incorporated as a part
of the minutes and are contained in Exhibit Book XVIII, Page 20.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
REAPPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM H. GRATHWOL AND ERNEST J. PUSKAS TO
SERVE ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Motion: Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to reappoint William H. Grathwol and Ernest J. Puskas to
serve three-year terms on the New Hanover County Planning
Commission. The terms will expire July 31, 1993. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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APPOINTMENT OF JAMES E. MCQUEEN TO SERVE ON THE NEW HANOVER
COUNTY MUSEUM BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Chairman Retchin stated a letter of resignation has been
received from David Sarp and that the Museum Board of Trustees
has requested that James E. McQueen be appointed to fill the
unexpired term. As discussed at a previous meeting, it was the
general consensus of the Board that Mr. McQueen would be
appointed to fill the next vacancy since his application was not
received in time to be considered for appointment at that
meeting.
Motion: Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to appoint James E. McQueen to fill the unexpired term of
David Sarp on the New Hanover County Museum Board of Trustees.
The term will expire on June 30, 1991. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 6, 1990 (CONTINUED)
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT #ENG-90-0310 FOR SURVEY OF NORTHERN BOUNDARY
LINE OF AIRPORT PROPERTY ADJACENT TO THE TRASK DEMOLITION
LANDFILL
County Manager O'Neal stated the State Department of
Environmental Management has requested a survey of the northern
boundary line of Airport property adjacent to the Trask
Demolition Landfill. He requested authorization to receive
informal bids for performance of a survey.
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Motion: Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Retchin
to proceed with receiving informal bids for a survey of the
northern boundary line of Airport property adjacent to the Trask
Demolition Landfill. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
DISCUSSION OF TEST RESULTS OF WELLS TESTED IN THE WRIGHTSBORO
COMMUNITY
Vice-Chairman Barfield expressed concern for the manner in
which the test results were released to the residents by Rick
Shiver of the local Environmental Management Office before
briefing the County Manager or Chairman of the Board. He
recommended that the Chairman write a letter to the local
or state office expressing this concern.
Chairman Retchin stated he would discuss this matter with
Rick Shiver.
WORK SESSION SCHEDULED FOR DISCUSSION OF MANDATORY SOLID WASTE
COLLECTION SYSTEM
Chairman Retchin recommended holding a Work Session on the
proposed mandatory solid waste collections system on August 20,
1990. He emphasized the importance of discussing public comments
received at the Public Hearings and requested the Commissioners
to be ready to comment on this proposal.
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Vice-Chairman Barfield recommended adjourning the Regular
Meeting and holding a separate Work Session on August 20, 1990,
in order to allow time for discussion.
Consensus: It was the consensus of the Board to hold a Work
Session on August 20, 1990, after the adjournment of the Regular
Meeting.
DISCUSSION OF RANKIN TERRACE ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Vice-Chairman Barfield stated the Rankin Terrace Enrichment
Program is now serving 45 children and is proving to be quite
successful. Due to the number of students, the trailer is
becoming too small and another administrative position is badly
needed. He commented on the possibility of constructing a
building on the present site since the old DSS building will not
be available and stated he will be discussing these needs with
the County Manager.
DISCUSSION OF NORTH CAROLINA ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO BE HELD IN ASHEVILLE, N. C. FROM AUGUST
9-11, 1990
Commissioner Mathews recommended assigning various
concurrent sessions to each commissioner attending the conference
in order to attend as many sessions as possible.
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Consensus: After further discussion, it was the consensus of the
Board to request the Clerk to prepare a schedule of concurrent
sessions and request Commissioners attending the conference to
indicate which workshop they desire to attend.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 6, 1990 (CONTINUED)
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ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Vice-Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Neal to adjourn. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Retchin adjourned the meeting at 10:15 o'clock P.M.
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Lucie F. Harrell
Clerk to the Board
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