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1991-01-07 Regular Meeting318 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. . 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 ..... MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 7, 1991 ( CONTINUED) 319 years 1986-1987 as requested by the Registrar of accordance with the provisions contained in Chapter General Statutes of North Carolina. Deeds 9 of in the 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 ~ 320 REGULAR MEETING. JANUARY 1. 1991 (CONTINUED) 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. o 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. o 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. () 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 \ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 7, 1991 (CONTINUED) ~ 321 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. . 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. . 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. . 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 ~ ( 322lINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING. JANUARY 7. 1991 (CONTINUED) I 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 o 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 I I, "Ambulance ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 7, 1991 (CONTINUED) 323 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. . 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. . 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. . 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. ~ 324 OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 7, 1991 (CONTINUED) 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 ~ o o () MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 7, 1991 (CONTINUED) ~ --325 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: . 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. . 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. . 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. ~ ( 3 ;): ~INUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 7, 1991 ( CONTINUED) 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. (\ \ ~' 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. o 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 () 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. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 7, 1991 (CONTINUED) 327 ~ 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, ~d~ Lucie F. Harrell Clerk to the Board ~