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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 7, 1991
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, January 7, 1991, at 7:30 o'clock P.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.;
Robert G. Greer; Vice-Chairman E. L. Mathews, Jr.; Chairman Fred
Retchin; County Manager, Allen O'Neal; County Attorney, Robert W.
Pope; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell.
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DEATH OF COMMISSIONER CARL T. DURHAM
Chairman Retchin called the meeting to
regret for the loss of Commissioner Carl T.
December 19, 1990.
order and expressed
Durham who died on
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Captain Kenneth Fagan, Commanding Officer of the Salvation
Army, gave the invocation.
Lucie F. Harrell, Clerk to the Board, led the audience in
the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman_ Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to present an item not listed on the Regular Agenda or
comment on an item listed on the Consent Agenda. The following
items were presented:
Enforcement of Smoking Pollution Control Ordinance
Mr. Jesse Hardwick, a resident of New Hanover County,
expressed concern for enforcement of the Smoking Pollution
Control Ordinance and commented on problems incurred when trying
to report a violation. He stated on October 10, 1990, he
observed a signage violation of the ordinance in the bar of a
local restaurant and called the Sheriff's Department to file the
complaint. He was told that the Sheriff's Department did not
receive complaints of this type and that he would have to discuss
this matter with the Health Department. After discussion with
the Health Director, he was told the violation would be corrected
by January 1, 1991; however, upon returning to the restaurant on
January 3, 1991, the violation had not been corrected. Mr.
Hardwick inquired as to where smoking violations should be
reported, and why the Sheriff's Department is not responsible for
receiving complaints when the ordinance states they should be
contacted?
After further discussion, Chairman Retchin stated he would
contact Sheriff McQueen and discuss the enforcement regulations
as referenced in the ordinance.
Request for Placement of Dumpsters for Recyclable Materials
Throughout the County
Mr. Greg Crockett, a resident of Carolina Beach, commented
on the importance of recycling and requested the Commissioners to
place small dumpsters for recyclable materials at strategic
points throughout the county.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Mathews to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Approval of Minutes
The Commissioners
Meeting of December 17,
Board.
approved the minutes of the Regular
1990, as presented by the Clerk to the
Approval for Disposal of Jury Cards - Register of Deeds
The Commissioners approved disposal of jury cards for the
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years 1986-1987 as requested by the Registrar of
accordance with the provisions contained in Chapter
General Statutes of North Carolina.
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Budget Amendment #91-0119 Reported for Entry Into the Minutes
The following Budget Amendment was reported for entry into
the minutes:
91-0119 Downtown Park Project
Debit
Credit
Downtown Park Project
contribution from City of Wilmington
$163,000
Land Acquisition
$163,000
Purpose: To budget funds received from the City of Wilmington
for its share of the Downtown Park Project land cost (City and
County shared equally the land acquisition cost).
Approval of Budget Amendment #91-0122 Department of Social
Services
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
91-0122 Department of Social Service~i
Debit
Credit
DSS/Administration
DSS Administrative Reimbursement
$12,180
CP&L Intervention Program
Assistance Payments
$12,180
Purpose: To budget initial FY 1990-91 allocation for CP&L
Intervention Program. The program provides energy assistance
through funds donated by CP&L. No county funds are required.
Approval of Budget Amendment #91-0123 - Fire Service District
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
91-0123 Fire Service District
Debit
Credit
Fire Service District
Appropriated Fund Balance
$103,000
Winter Park Volunteer Fire Department
$103,000
Purpose: To budget the purchase of a mobile air supply unit
using appropriated fund balance in the Fire Service District.
The vehicle and its components will provide county-wide support
for filling of self-contained breathing apparatus bottles for use
on the fire scene. The funding was approved by the Board of Fire
Commissioners on November 11, 1990.
Approval of Budget Amendment #91-'0125 General
Government/Outside Agencies
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
91-0125 General Government/Outside Agencies
physical Development
Economic &
Debit
Credit
General Government
Appropriated Fund Balance
$3,654
outside Agencies/Economic
& physical Development
Lower Cape Fear Water & Sewer Authority
$3,654
Purpose:
expenses
To budget funds for cost of legal and administrative
to contest the interbasin transfer of water from the
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Cape Fear River to the Neuse River (final cost anticipated for
this purpose). On January 2, 1990, the Commissioners approved up
to $3,500 for this project, only $1,899.36 was contributed to the
Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority in FY 1989-90. No
funds were budgeted for the 1990-91 budget.
Approval of New Public Health Nurse II Position and Budget
Amendment i91-0126
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment
for a new Public Health Nurse II position subject to funding of
the position from Medicare/Home Health revenues and contingent
upon the position being abolished if these revenues become
inadequate.
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91-0126 Health/Home Health
Debit
Credit
Health/Home Health
Home Health Fees - Care
$14,136
Salaries & Wages
FICA
Retirement
Medical Insurance
$11,237
$ 858
$ 929
$ 1,112
Purpose: To budget funds for a new Public Health Nurse position.
The Board of Health approved the position effective January 22,
1991. Revenue will be generated by increased home visits by the
new position; services will be totally reimbursed by Medicare.
Approval of Contract #MUS-90-0432 with County-Wide Home
Improvements & Construction Company for Demolition of Dwelling at
15 South Eighth Street - New Hanover County Museum
The Commissioners approved a contract with County-Wide Home
Improvements & Construction Company for demolishing a dwelling
located at 15 South Eighth Street, Wilmington, N. C. 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 BY DR. RICHARD CONRATH, PRESIDENT OF CAPE FEAR
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Dr. Richard Conrath, President of Cape Fear Community
College, expressed appreciation to the Commissioners for past and
present support of the College. He stated the Mission Statement
for Cape Fear Community College is to be "the best community
college in the nation" with emphasis still placed on technical
and vocational programs to close the gap between higher education
and the workplace. The college will develop partnership programs
with the School System and UNC-W to prepare students for higher
learning institutions and at the same time assist students in
basics. He respectfully requested the Board to continue to
support Cape Fear Community College as it broadens and expands
its curriculum.
Commissioner Barfield commented on Cape Fear Community
College as being a great community resource and stated while
dinning with a gentleman from New York, who had a choice of
locating a plant in either Wilmington or Asheville, the
Wilmington area was selected due to the reputation our Community
College.
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Chairman Retchin commented on the importance of the college
to our area and expressed appreciation to Dr. Conrath for an
excellent presentation.
APPROVAL OF FUNDING REQUEST FOR THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY EXTENSION
SERVICE ARBORETUM
Mr. William M. Shaw, Vice-President of the New Hanover
County Extension Service Arboretum Foundation, requested a
transfer of funds from the Director's salary to the Arboretum
Coordinator's salary to enable the coordinator to work more hours
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while the Director, Phil Ricks, is on a leave of absence due to
being called to serve active duty in the Persian Gulf.
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Greer to authorize the use of funds for additional hours for the
Arboretum Coordinator in an amount not to exceed the budgeted
salary for the Director, Phil Ricks, with this arrangement ending
when the Director returns or at the end of the fiscal year,
whichever comes first. Upon vote, the f.10TION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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APPROVAL OF FUNDING ALLOCATION FOR THE FOOD BANK OF COASTAL
CAROLINA, INC.
Dr. Jack r.':[organ, President of the Food Bank of Coastal
Carolina, Inc., announced that the Food Bank and Mother Hubbard's
Cupboard have merged into one single food organization;
therefore, the Food Bank is requesting release of the $10,000
quarterly allocation due January 1, 1991.
Discussion was held on
completed. Chairman Retchin
David Barefoot informing the
the process of completing
organizations.
proof that
presented a
Commissioners
legal actions
the merger has been
letter from Attorney
that his firm is in
to merge the two
Motion: After further discussion, Chairman Retchin HOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to release the $10,000
quarterly allocation to the Food Bank contingent upon receipt of
legal documents indicating the merger of. the two food agencies
has been completed. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Dr. Horgan also requested the Commissioners to release
surplus funds mailed to the County by the U. S. Department of
Agriculture through the N. C. Department of Agriculture.
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Chairman Retchin stated the Department of Agriculture pays a
unit funding per pound for the actual distribution of
commodi ties; therefore, the funds requested are surplus funds
that accumulated at the end of the fiscal year.
Commissioner Greer expressed concern for releasing these
funds without a detailed account of how the funds will be
utilized. He stated he could not support releasing the surplus
funds when the Food Bank originally presented a budget request in
the amount of $30,000 for operation of the entire program, and
they, now, will be receiving $40,000 plus surplus funds if
approved.
Dr. Morgan stated the original budget request did not
include items such as connecting to the City's sewer system,
plumbing charges, & CP&L charges for operation of a soup kitchen.
Vice-Chairman Mathews inquired as to the number of members
currently serving on the newly merged board and if any previous
members of the dissolved board are serving on the new board? Dr.
Morgan stated the board is composed of nine (9) members with
letters written to five industries requesting appointment of a
representative to serve on the board as well as discussion with
two members of the former board.
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Consensus: After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board
to postpone action on release of the surplus funds, request Dr.
Morgan to prepare a budget detailing expenses, and provide a list
of members currently serving on the newly merged food agency.
POSTPONEMENT OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST TO REZONE
APPROXIMATELY 125 ACRES ON THE EAST SIDE OF MILITARY CUT-OFF ROAD
TO 0&1 OFFICE AND INSTITUTION AND B-2 BUSINESS FROM R-15 AND R-20
RESIDENTIAL (Z-423 - CONTINUED AND APPEALED ITEM)
Chairman Retchin stated a letter was hand-delivered to the
Commissioners on January 7, 1990, by Attorney David Barefoot
requesting the Commissioners to postpone the Public Hearing and
return the request to the Planning Commission to consider
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restructuring of the rezoning petition to a Planned Development
District.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to postpone the Public Hearing and return the request to
the Planning Commission to consider a Planned Development
District petition with a Public Hearing being scheduled before
the Board of County Commissioners as soon as possible. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER SYSTEMATICALLY ASSIGNING HOUSE AND/OR r-\
PROPERTY NUMBERS ON BAILEY AVENUE AND HESS STREET LOCATED IN THE ~ )
COMMUNITY OF MIDDLE SOUND, HARNETT TOWNSHIP
Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Hayes stated in order to accurately
identify developed property for delivery of general county
services and response of emergency and safety vehicles, the
Planning Department recommends systematically assigning house
and/or property numbers on Bailey Avenue and Hess Street located
in the community of Middle Sound, Harnett Township.
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to reassignment
of house numbers as presented. No one commented.
Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Greer to adopt an order systematically assigning house and/or
property numbers on Bailey Avenue and Hess Street in the Middle
Sound Community, 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, 31. 0
AWARD OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY SENIOR CENTER CONTRACT iPUB-90-0356
TO THE LOW BIDDER, LEADER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.
County Manager O'Neal stated the following bids were
received for the Senior Center Project and requested award of the
low bid to Leader Construction Company, Inc.:
Single Prime
Leader Construction Company, Inc.
$1,403,345
Multi-Prime
General Construction
Leader Construction Company, Inc.
$ 975,000
Plumbing
Kelly Plumbing
$ 74,850
HVAC
Hanover Iron Works
$ 172,500
Electrical
Harris Electric
MULTI-PRIME TOTAL
$ 185,029
$ 1,407,379
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Motion: After discussion of this being the first single prime
bid awarded, Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barf ield to award the low bid to Leader Construction Company,
Inc. in the amount of $1,403,345 and to authorize the Chairman to
execute the contract. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department.
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 6, ARTICLE
SERVICE" OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY CODE ORDINANCE
Emergency Medical Services Director, Larry E.
the following amendments to Chapter 6/ Article
II, n AMBULANCE
Ray, presented
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Service" of the New Hanover County Code in order to better define
and clarify the ordinance:
Section 6-19 - Addition of definitions to clarify
the type and scope of ambulance operation and
create consistency with the type of permit issued
by the state for permitted ambulances.
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Section 6-20(c) - Extend exemption to in-county
hospitals operating Category III and/or Category
IV ambulances. The exemption is also extended to
in-county industry that operate ambulances for on-
site accidents resulting in non-emergency transport
to local hospitals.
Section 6-21, 6-22(d), and 6-24 - For clarification
purposes as recommended by the County Attorney.
Section 6-25 - Deletions and substitutions to re-
move redundant statements.
Section 6-28, Insurance - Changes are recommended
to comply with current insurance requirements.
Motion: After discussion of Category III service and the need to
more clearly define the present ordinance, Vice-Chairman Mathews
MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Greer to approve the proposed
amendments to Chapter 6, Article III of the New Hanover County
Code. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the amended ordinance is on file in the Clerk's
office for codification into the County Code.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A REQUEST BY WADE POPE TO REZONE .35
OF AN ACRE ON THE WEST SIDE OF N. C. HIGHWAY 132 APPROXIMATELY
500 FEET NORTH OF LONG RIDGE ROAD TO 0&1 OFFICE AND INSTITUTION
FROM R-15 RESIDENTIAL (Z-427 - AN APPEALED CASE)
Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Hayes stated the petitioner seeks to
establish Office and Institution zoning on a .35 acre parcel on
the west side of North College Road. The Planning Commission
concluded the proposal was a clear case of spot zoning and denied
the rezoning request.
Chairman Retchin asked if the petitioner or anyone from the
general public Vlould like to speak in favor of the rezoning
request. The following person commented:
Mr. Wade Pope, the petitioner, commented on the highest and
best use of the property and stated there is no opposition to the
proposed rezoning request by adjacent property owners.
Chairman Retchin asked if the only purpose of the rezoning
is for construction of a barber shop.
Mr. Wade stated the primary purpose for the rezoning request
is to construct a barber shop; however, he would like to
construct another building to lease as an office for a
bookkeeper.
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Com~issioner Barfield com~ented on B-2 and O&I zoning across
the street and recommended approval of the rezoning since .35 of
an acre is a very small parcel of land.
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in opposition to the rezoning request. No
one commented.
Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
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Motion: After further discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Greer to approve the O&I rezoning
request as submitted. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
ArllENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 8B OF NEW HANOVER
COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTED JULY 7, 1972" is hereby
incorporated as a part of the minutes and is contained in Zoning
Book II, Section 8-B, Page 34.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT
SUBMITTED BY ALEX TRASK, JR. TO ESTABLISH A GOLF DRIVING RANGE
AND ACCESSORY USES ON THE WEST SIDE OF BLUE CLAY ROAD,
APPROXIMATELY 1,100 FEET SOUTH OF IVY WOOD (S-327)
Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing and stated the
granting of a Special Use Permit requires a quasi-judicial
hearing; therefore, all persons wishing to testify must be sworn
in by the Clerk to the Board. The following person was sworn in:
Alex Trask, Jr.
Planning Director Hayes stated the petitioner seeks to
establish a golf driving range and related uses on a farm tract
on the west side of Blue Clay Road near Ivy Wood Subdivision.
Several residents of nearby Holland Drive were in opposition to
the proposal expressing concern for property devaluation,
encouragement of cut-through traffic, and night lighting. The
Planning Commission felt these issues could be addressed through
strict site plan controls and voted unanimously to approve the
petition subject to Staff findings and conditions.
The fOllowing Staff findings and conditions were presented:
General Requirement #1: The proposed use will not materially
endanger the public health or safety if located where proposed
and developed according to the plan as submitted based upon the
fOllowing findings:
1. The site has direct access to Blue Clay Road.
2. The site is located in the Wrightsboro Volunteer Fire
Department.
3. Water and sewer demands for this type of use are relatively
low.
General Requirement # 2: The proposed use meets all required
conditions and specifications based upon the following findings:
1. Outdoor recreation establishments commercially operated are
permitted by Special Use Permit in the R-20 Residential District.
This site is zoned R-20 Residential.
2. Access to the site must be either to a N. C. numbered highway
or to a collector road as designated on the New Hanover County
Thoroughfare Classification Plan. Blue Clay Road is a designated
collector road.
3. One ground sign to exceed 32 square feet and setback 25 feet
from the right-of-way is permitted. The height of the sign is
ten (10) feet and covers 32 square feet. It is set back 25 feet
from the right-of-way.
4. The site plan also calls for the construction of 90
off-street parking spaces, a 30' x 40' frame building for on-site
sales and services, 40 tee pads and outdoor lighting for night
play.
General Requirement #3: The proposed use will not substantially
injure the value of adjoining or abutting property or that the
use is a public necessity based upon the following findings:
1. The site, zoned R-20, is practically surrounded by farmland.
Existing residential development nearby consists of single family
detached structures along Holland Drive to the west and Ivy Wood
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to the north. Property on the east side of Blue Clay Road
opposite the subject parcel is zoned 1-2 Heavy Industrial and
includes a rail line.
2. si te improvements are minimal: (a) one 1,200 square foot
building; (b) 90 off-street parking spaces; and (c) a lighted
driving range approximately 350 yards in depth.
General Requirement #4: The proposed use will be in harmony with
the area in which it is to be located and in general conformity
wi th the plan of development for New Hanover County based upon
the following findings:
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1. The site is situated on a farming tract between low density
residential use to the west, moderate density residential use to
the north, and heavy industrial zoning to the east.
Other Conditions:
1. Either widen Blue Clay Road or provide a turning lane along
the frontage of the site to promote more efficient traffic
movements.
2. Permit only the use of directional lights on the site and
require all range lights to be turned off no later than 11: 00
P.M. in the summer months and 10:00 P.M. in the winter months.
All lighting must be directed toward the site.
3. A planted buffer consisting of pine trees (six feet at
planting) be placed on the western and northern edge of the
range. Existing vegetation on the northeast edge may be used for
a buffer provided it meets the minimum height requirements
established for bufferyards.
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4. The proposed accessory building may only be used for the sale
or lease of golf balls and golf equipment, including but not
limited to clubs, tees, gloves, etc.
Chairman Retchin asked if the petitioner or anyone present
would like to speak in favor of the Special Use Permit. The
following person commented:
Mr. Alex Trask, Jr., the petitioner, requested approval of
the Special Use Permit for placement of a golf driving range.
Chairman Retchin asked the petitioner if he agreed with
Staff findings as presented. Mr. Trask stated he concurred with
the statements as presented by the Planning Director; however, he
would like modification of the condition which requires widening
or providing a turn lane along the frontage of the site.
commissioner Barfield commented on the small amount of
traffic on Blue Clay Road other than morning and afternoon hours
Monday through Friday stating widening or providing a turn lane
should not be required.
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in opposition to issuance of the Special Use
Permit. No one commented.
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Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing.
Motion: After further discussion, commissioner Barfield MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Greer to grant the Special Use Permit
based upon the findings of facts and evidence presented with the
exception of the first condition which should be modified to
require additional pavement along the Blue Clay Road frontage in
accordance with N. C. Department of Transportation specifications
and the driveway permit. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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A copy of the Special Use Permit is hereby incorporated as a
part of the minutes and is contained in SUP Book I, Page 45.
MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE WATER & SEWER
DISTRICT
Chairman Retchin recessed the meeting at 8:30 o'clock P.M.
until 8:42 o'clock P.M. to hold a meeting of the Water & Sewer
District.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION BY THE WILMINGTON-NEW HANOVER COUNTY
PORT, WATERWAY & BEACH COMMISSION FOR CAROLINA BEACH
RENOURISHMENT PROJECT
Chairman Retchin stated the Wilmington-New Hanover County
Port, Waterway & Beach Commission has recommended approval of a
funding allocation in the amount of $233,000 from the beach
renourishment reserve to cover the State's funding shortfall for
the Carolina Beach renourishment project.
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Motion: After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED
by Commissioner Greer to approve the funding allocation in the
amount of $233,000 for the Carolina Beach renourishment project
as recommended by the Port, Waterway & Beach Commission. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Carolina Beach Council Member, Sheila Davis, expressed
appreciation to the Commissioners for release of the additional
funds and thanked the Board for having foresight to have
established a room occupancy tax for protection of the County's
beaches.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT #91-0008 WITH LOWRIMORE, WARWICK & COMPANY
FOR PERFORMANCE OF ANNUAL AUDITS FOR THE VOLUNTEER FIRE
DEPARTMENTS
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Mathews to approve a contract with Lowrimore, Warwick & Company
for performance of annual audits for the eight (8) volunteer fire
departments. The Chairman was authorized to execute the contract
documents. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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A copy of the contract is on file in the Legal Department.
LETTER OF APPRECIATION RECEIVED BY THE MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Vice-Chairman Mathews read a letter received from Major
General Keyes expressing appreciation to the Military Affairs
Committee for the shipment of food to servicemen serving in Saudi
Arabia. The goods arrived on Christmas Day and were enjoyed by
all.
POSTPONEMENT OF PARKS TOUR
County Manager O'Neal recommended
scheduled for January 16, 1991, due
schedules.
postponing the Parks Tour
to various conflicts of
Consensus: After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board
to direct the County Manager, Clerk to the Board, and Director of
Parks & Recreation to schedule another date.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
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Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Greer to convene to Executive Session to discuss: (1) the
acquisition of property; (2) an attorney-client matter; and (3) a
personnel item. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Retchin convened from Regular Session to Executive
Session at 8:46 o'clock P.M.
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Motion: Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Mathews to reconvene to Regular Session. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Retchin reconvened to Regular Session at 9:20
o'clock P.M.
DISCUSSION OF SEWER CONNECTION POLICY
Commissioner Greer expressed concern for the number of
persons who have informed him that when the sewer system becomes
available in a neighborhood numerous persons do not connect to
the system. He inquired as to the manner in which this policy is
checked and enforced.
Chairman Retchin stated if persons do not connect, they are
automatically charged a flat rate.
Commissioner Greer stated he did not feel a flat rate was
being charge; therefore, he felt a street-to-street survey should
be performed.
Deputy County Manager Gornto stated in the past, some
residents did not connect to the system; however, this matter was
corrected. She inquired as to the neighborhood in question.
Commissioner Greer stated he has received complaints from
residents living in Windemere.
County Attorney Pope stated the County's Paralegal has
received numerous collection cases with reference to non-payment
of sewer fees. Judgements have been obtained through the Small
Claims Court, and due to the amount of money involved, the
Paralegal has inquired as to whether to proceed with executing
and levying the judgments. County Attorney Pope stated he feels
the judgments should be levied and that he is in the process of
preparing a report to the Board.
After further
would report to
connections.
discussion,
the Board
County fl.lanager 0' Neal stated he
on the policy governing sewer
DISCUSSION OF OFFER FOR PURCHASE OF LOTS LOCATED ON MARKET STREET
ADJACENT TO NEW HANOVER HIGH SCHOOL
Motion: After discussion of an offer to purchase lots adjacent
to New Hanover High School, Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED
by Chairman Retchin to reaffirm the price of $175,000 as the
maximum purchase price. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Vice-Chairman Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Greer to adjourn. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Retchin adjourned the meeting at 9:55 o'clock P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lucie F. Harrell
Clerk to the Board
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