1988-01-19 Regular Meeting
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 19, 1988
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of
Regular Session on Monday, January 19,
A.M. in the Assembly Room of the
Administration Building, .320 Chestnut
North Carolina.
Commissioners met in
1988, at 9:00 o'clock
New Hanover County
Street, Wilmington,
Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield,
Sr.; W. Albert Corbett, Jr.; Fred Retchin; Vice-Chairman I'
Nolan O'Neal, Chairman, John M. Dolan; County Manager, G.
Felix Cooper; County Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to
the Board, Lucie F. Harrell.
Chairman Dolan called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG
Finance Director, Andrew J. Atkinson,
invocation.
gave
the
Commander John Belt, of the American Legion, lead the
audience in Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of
December 21, 1987, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PRESENTATION OF RETIREMENT PLAQUE TO MRS. MABEL B. PRICE
Chairman Dolan, on behalf of the Board, presented a
retirement plaque to Mrs. Mabel B. Price for 27 years and 2
months of service with the New Hanover County Health
Department. He wished her health and happiness in her
retirement years.
Vice-Chairman O'Neal, a
Health, commented on Mrs.
Health Department stating
wealth of knowledge will be
former member of the Board of
Price's contributions to the
her pleasant personality and
greatly missed.
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ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY,
1988 AS HUMAN RELATIONS MONTH
Chairman Dolan read the proclamation designating the
month of February as Human Relations Month in New Hanover
County. He stated the winner of the New Hanover County
theme, "No Two Alike, Yet All Are One," presented by Ms.
Jessica Zingleman has been adopted by the State as the theme
for Human Relations Month. He congratulated Ms. Zingleman
and the Human Relations Commission for this honor.
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
O'Neal to adopt the proclamation as read designating
February as Human Relations Month in New Hanover County.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book
XVI, Page 1.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Dolan asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak on an item' not listed on the Regular
Agenda or an item listed on the Consent Agenda. No one
commented.
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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Corbett commented on Item #9, a
Proclamation designating the Week of February 7-13, 1988, as
Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week, emphasizing the
importance of creating safety passenger awareness among
parents of children. Assistant Health Director, Lynda
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Smith, stated the Health Department will be sponsoring
promotional programs throughout the County.
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA
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Approval of Tax Collection Reports Through December 31, 1987
The Commissioners approved the fOllowing Tax Reports
through December 31, 1987, as submitted by the Collector of
Revenue:
New Hanover County Tax Collections
New Hanover County Fire District Tax Collections
Copies of the reports are contained in Exhibit Book
XVI, Page 3.
Approval of Tax Abatements and Refunds
The Commissioners approved a list of tax abatements and
refunds as submitted by the Tax Administrator.
A copy of the list is contained in Exhibit Book XVI,
Page 3.
Approval for Release of Tax Penalties on Various Room
Occupancy Tax Accounts
The Commissioners approved release of tax penalties on
the following Room Occupancy Tax accounts:
Federal Point Real Estate
Tucker Brothers Realty Company
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Approval of Library Display Policy
The Commissioners approved a Library Display Policy as
submitted by the Library Advisory Board regulating the use
of display fixtures and brochure racks.
A copy of the policy is contained in Exhibit Book XVI,
Page 4.
Approval of Physio-Control Maintenance Agreement - Emergency
Medical Services Department
The Commissioners approved renewal of the
Physio-Control Maintenance Agreement for required
calibration checks and electrical safety stickers for the
cardiac monitor/defibrillator equipment.
A copy of the agreement is on file in the County
Manager's office.
Approval of Public Health Nurse I
County Health Department
The Commissioners approved
position and Budget Amendment
Coordination for Pregnant Women
program funded by Medicaid.
Position - New Hanover
a Public
for the
Program,
Health Nurse I
Medicaid Care
a reimbursable
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88-0175 Health Department/Maternity Care Coordinator
Debit
Credit
Medicaid
$7,153
Salaries
FICA
Retirement
Insurance
Contracted Services
Departmental Supplies
$4,980
357
413
383
100
330
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Budget Amendment (Continued)
Uniforms
Auto Allowance
Travel, Meetings, and Schools
Debit
Credit
150
190
250
To establish budget for Maternity Care Coordinator Program
with Medicaid revenue from Medicaid expansion of services
for pregnant women.
Adoption of Resolution Awarding Bid to Carolina Office
Equipment Company - Department of Social Services n
The Commissioners adopted a resolution awarding the low
bid in the amount of $10,305 to Carolina Office Equipment l
Company, Wilmington, N. C. for purchase of one ( 1) High
Volume Plain Paper Copier for the Department of social
Services.
A copy of the resolution and bid tabulation are
contained in Exhibit Book XVI, Page 4.
Award of Low Bid to Wilmington Lawn & Leisure Company -
Parks and Recreation Department
The Commissioners adopted a resolution awarding the low
bid in the amount of $8,270.69 to Wilmington Lawn & Leisure
for purchase of one (1) Wheel Type Tractor with trade-in of
existing tractor for the Parks and Recreation Department.
A copy of the resolution and bid tabulation are
contained in Exhibit Book XVI, Page 4.
Adoption of Proclamation Designating the Week of February
7-13, 1988, as CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK
The Commissioners adopted a proclamation designating
the week of February 7-13, 1988, as Child Passenger Safety
Awareness Week in New Hanover County.
A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book !"l
XVI, Page 4. l J
Adoption of Resolution to Add Roads to the North Carolina
Secondary Road System
The commissioners adopted a resolution to add the
following roads to the State Secondary Road System:
Extensions of Vale, Highgreene, and Aquarius Drives
Bayshore Estates Subdivision, Section II
(Division File #582)
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book
XVI, Page 4.
Approval of Budget Amendment - Airport Terminal Project
88-0153 Airport
Debit
Credit
Airport Terminal Building
Terminal - State Grant
$250,000
Airport Terminal Project
Contingencies
$250,000
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To adjust current budget for additional state funding
received on the terminal project approved by County
Commissioners on November 16, 1987.
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Approval of Budget Amendment
Hanover County Airport
Security Fencing
New
88-0172 Airport
Debit
Credit
Security Fencing
Federal Grant
$ 67,685
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Budget Amendment (Continued)
Debit
Credit
Airport Master Plan
Federal Grant
114,774
Airport Improvement Project-03
Contingency
48,417
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Security Fencing
General Contractor
Engineering - Out-of-Pocket
$ 75,207
1,500
Airport Master Plan
Engineering
Engineering - Out-of-Pocket
152,669
1,500
To establish budget for federal grant and contracts
awarded for Security Fencing and Airport Master Plan.
Report of Budget Amendments Approved by Budget Officer
The following Budget Amendments were approved by the
Budget Officer and are being reported for entry into the
record:
88-0157 Finance/Contributions to Outside Agencies
Cape Fear Substance Abuse Center
Finance Department
Victims Assistance Grant/
Rape Task Force
Debit
Credit
$11,220
Contributions to Outside Agencies
Cape Fear Substance Abuse Center
$11,220
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To adjust Rape Task Force Grant budget to new allocation.
Grant was approved by County Commissioners in FY 1986/87
with no County funds involved.
88-0158 Finance Department Contributions to Outside
Agencies - Cape Fear Substance Abuse Center
Finance Department
TASC Grant
Debit
$2,851
Credit
Contributions to Outside Agencies
Cape Fear Substance Abuse Center
$2,851
To adjust budget to actual grant ended 7/31/87. Grant
approved by County Commissioners in FY 1986/87 with no
County funds involved.
88-0167 Management Information Systems
Debit
Credit
Installment Loan Proceeds
$503,239
Capital Outlay - Equipment
$503,239
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To record First Union National Bank lease purchase for
computer for accounting purposes only.
88-0177 Health Department/Family Planning
Debit
Credit
Departmental Supplies
$1,936
Family Planning Fees
$1,936
To reduce departmental supplies due to reduction in DHS
funds from the State.
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Report of Change Order Report #4 for Entry Into The Record
The Commissioners approved Change Order Report #4 as
presented by the Director of Engineering & Facilities.
A copy of the report is contained in Exhibit Book XVI,
Page 4.
DISMISSAL OF GRIEVANCE APPEAL SUBMITrED BY PUBLIC SAFETY
OFFICERS
County Manager Cooper commented on the grievance filed
by five Public Safety Officers at the Airport objecting to
a decision made by the County Commissioners concerning ',,,:l
another Special Public Safety Officer. He stated the
grievance had been filed through the normal channels as
follows: (1) filed with the immediate Supervisor, (2)
reviewed by the Assistant Airport Manager, (3) reviewed by
the Personnel Department, and (4) reviewed by the County
Manager, with all persons reviewing the grievance concluding
the appeal was invalid. The next step and final step of the
grievance procedure is to schedule a hearing before the
County Commissioners. A certified letter was forwarded on
November 18, 1987, to each appellant with notification that
the appeal would be heard on January 19, 1988, at 9:00 A.M.
Chairman Dolan
present and would
commented.
asked if any of
like to present
the
their
appellants
case. No
were
one
Assistant County Attorney Copley recommended dismissal
of the case since no appellants were present.
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to dismiss the grievance as filed by the Public
Safety Officers. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
DISCUSSION OF TIP FEE AT THE STEAM PLANT l
Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton, ",
commented on the current $1.00 increase in the tip fee at ~
the Steam Plant due to the Flemington Lawsuit. He stated
when haulers were notified of the increase, they were also
notified of the installation of scales at the Landfill which
will change the measurement from a yardage rate to a tonnage
rate. He commented on the impact to certain vendors with
high density products with the change from yardage to
tonnage stating they could see an increase in the tip fee;
however, vendors with light products could see a decrease.
Director Hilton stated the Commissioners should be aware of
this situation.
PRESENTATION AND APPROVAL OF CONCEPT TO PROCEED WITH
COMPREHENSIVE SOLID WASTE PROGRAM
Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton,
commented on the concept of a Comprehensive Solid Waste
Management Plan stating primary emphasis is placed on
immediate expansion of the Steam Plant. He stated the Solid
Waste Department will be divided into three divisions:
1. Collections
(a) Franchise the haulers with exclusive service
area.
(b) Mandatory collection. n
(c) Place the cost under the tax base.
(d) Contract franchises with the County. \
(e) Requires cooperation with municipalities.
(f) Collections Coordinator to be included in
1988/89 Budget.
2. Recycling
(a) Target 20% waste stream reduction.
(b) Recycling Coordinator to be included in
1988-89 Budget.
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(c) Requires cooperation with municipalities.
(d) Follow Solid Waste Task Force's recommendation
for implementation.
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Disposal
(a) Expand the
(b) Expand the
tons per
additional
(c) Determine
expansion.
landfill as necessary.
steam plant immediately by 250
day and in the future by an
100 tons per day.
the financing plan for the
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Discussion was held on mandatory house collection in
New Hanover County with franchised collection areas placing
the cost of the program under the tax base. Director Hilton
stated if the cost of program is placed under the tax base,
taxes will increase; however, individuals receiving services
now through a private hauler and company, will no longer
have to pay this fee. He stated by combining exclusive
franchise areas there should be an increase in the
efficiency of service and, also, under the mandatory
system, all residential customers will automatically receive
service which should reduce litter dumped along roadways.
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Commissioner Retchin asked how the program would be
placed under the tax base. Director Hilton stated there are
alternatives in applying the cost with the key factor being
whether or not municipalities participate directly in the
program which would provide an overall tax coverage for the
entire County. However, if the municipalities do not
participate, a Special Service District will have to be
established. Discussion was held on charging a fee or
separate service tax with notation that a fee would not be
eligible for an itemized tax deduction; whereas, a charge as
a portion of the regular tax base, would be eligible as an
itemized tax deduction.
Commissioner Corbett asked if a market is available for
ash. Director Hilton stated there is a potential market for
ash and that currently the County is using ash as a daily
cover for the County Landfill.
Director of Finance, Andrew J. Atkinson, stated the
original Steam Plant cost approximately $12-14 million with
the proposed expansion projected to cost approximately $23.5
million commenting on the importance of moving forward with
the expansion in order to defer increased costs. He
presented cost projections reflecting savings to the County
by expansion of the Steam Plant versus enlargement of the
Landf ill.
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Finance Director Atkinson presented and commented on
the following methods of financing the Steam Plant
expansion: (1) General Obligation Bonds; (2) Revenue Bonds;
(3) Lease Purchase Agreement; and (4) Revenue Lease.
Director Atkinson recommended using the revenue lease
approach which is an innovative method of combining the most
favorable features of General Obligation Bonds and revenue
bond alternatives. He listed the following advantages and
disadvantages of financing with Certificates of
Participation under this new approach:
Advantages:
1. With market volatility, more flexibility is
available.
2. Flexibility up to the date of sale on:
a. Amount issued
b. Timing
c. Ability to structure with variable of
fixed rates
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3. Does not impact on County's Debt limit. Allows
the Enterprise Fund to stand on its own.
4. If environmental laws change which drastically
effect operations of the Steam Plant or Landfill,
new, more flexible debt service payments can be
arranged without impacting the General Fund.
5. Ability to defer payment until plant is operational
which will establish level payments each year.
Disadvantages:
1. Slightly more expensive than General Obligation
Bonds.
2. New in the Financing markets.
3. More complicated than General Obligation Bonds.
A Financial Advisor will be needed to assist in
preparing the proposal.
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Commissioner Corbett asked what type of financial
advisor would be needed. Finance Director Atkinson stated
First Union National Bank has a division that will prepare
and perform the work necessary to administer the financial
package with an underwriter, such as Prudential Bache.
Director Hilton emphasized the importance of public
relations in developing a program of this type. He
requested authority for Staff to proceed with the following
steps stating each function within the steps outlined will
be presented to the Board for approval prior to processing
the next step:
1. Develop the Comprehensive Solid Waste Management
Plan working with the municipalities. The plan
must be approved by the N. C. Department of
Resources which will allow New Hanover County
control of the waste stream.
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2. Expand the contract with Dr. Stan Peters to provide
the final design of the Steam Plant expansion.
3. Bid the components of the Steam Plant expansion.
4. Upon approval of the above items by the
Commissioners, staff will request direction of the
Board for the financing program preferred for the
Steam Plant expansion.
Discussion was held on the Steam Plant expansion
projected to cost approximately $23.5 million which will
increase the Steam Plant capacity to 250 tons per day and
reduce the amount of space used at the Landfill. Director
Hilton stated the costs involved with expanding the Landfill
is approximately $1 million per five (5) acres stressing the
immediate need to expand the Steam Plant.
Chairman Dolan
being very expensive
cities and counties
process.
commented
stating
seem to
on the recycling process
he was confused when other
be making money with the
Director Hilton stated when looking at the entire
recycling system from the point of collections, processing,
and disposal, the revenue generated usually does not pay for
the program; however, revenue generated may be enough to pay
for a portion of the program, such as disposal. He stated
the vendor oper-ating the processing facility could make
money; but in most instances the vendor is paid a subsidy or
user fee. Chairman Dolan stated officials of the City of San
Jose had informed him that they were able to make money.
Director Hilton stated after discussion with officials from
San Jose, it is his understanding that the City of San Jose
pays Waste Management, Inc. a collections and disposal cost
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with a pay back system projecting revenues by the sale of
the product. If actual revenues generated exceed projected
revenues, the City of San Jose and Waste Management, Inc.
split the profit. However, if revenues are less than
projected, the City of San Jose and Waste Management, Inc.
split the loss. He stated the City pays up front a fee per
uni t for the program from the tax base. Chairman Dolan
stated officials from the City of San Jose informed him that
the entire operation was paid through the franchise system
with emphasis placed on the fact that the waste management
program was very much desired by Waste Management, Inc.
After further discussion, Director Hilton stated he would be
glad to furnish figures received from the City of San Jose
to Chairman Dolan.
Commissioner Barfield emphasized the importance of
knowing that a recycling program will be cost effective in
New Hanover County before making any definite decision. He
commented on other areas, which are not as large as San
Jose, where problems have been encountered with the program
due to operational costs.
Director Hilton stated once a Recycling Coordinator is
hired and research is performed on every aspect of the
recycling program including cost a report will be presented
to the Commissioners for review with a final decision being
made on whether or not to proceed with the program. He
stated the only request being made today was for
authorization to proceed with the concept of developing a
Comprehensive Solid Waste Plan.
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Commissioner Retchin stated the bottom line is, if we
stay with our current plan and do not expand the Steam
Plant, it will cost the County $16,709,956 over the next 12
years. Whereas, if we expand the Steam Plant and follow the
plan as recommended, it will cost the County $16,097,386
over the next 12 years.
commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED Commissioner
Barfield to approve the concept of the Comprehensive Solid
Waste Management Plan as presented and recommended by Staff,
and to schedule a Public Hearing when facts and cost figures
are available in order to inform the general public and
allow them to comment. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
BREAK
Chairman Dolan recessed the meeting for a break from
10:50 o'clock A.M.
JOINT MEETING WITH NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT COMMISSION
Chairman Dolan welcomed Mr. John Ashby, Chairman of the
Airport Commission, and Mr. Paul Gregory, a member of the
Airport Commission.
Chairman Dolan stated a Fiscal Control Policy prepared
by County Staff and the Airport Commission had been
forwarded to the Commissioners for review asking if anyone
would like to comment.
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Commissioner O'Neal questioned Paragraph 3 on Page 3 of
the document stating, "Airport Commission members will be
subject to the same travel policy as the County
Commissioners." He stated the County Commissioners do not
have a travel policy.
County Manager Cooper stated the intent of this
statement was to avoid placing the County's per diem travel
limitation on members of the Airport Commission.
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Commissioner O'Neal expressed concern for establishing
a policy with no set amount for travel expenses per diem and
requested deletion of Paragraph 3.
County Manager Cooper recommended amending the
paragraph to read as follows: "All Commission Members will
be subject to the same travel policy as County employees
with the exception that the Airport Commission may approve
themselves higher limits of expenditures when exceeding the
per diem." Chairman Dolan objected to the recommendation
stressing the importance of separating the concept of County
Airport Commission members being under the same policy as
County employees.
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Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to approve the Fiscal Control Policy amending
Paragraph 3 on Page 3 to read as follows: "All Commission
Members will be subject to a travel policy to be developed
by the Airport Commission and shall include a vote by
members of the Airport Commission in order to approve
out-of-town travel." The floor was opened for discussion.
Commissioner Barfield recommended requesting the
Airport Commission to develop a travel policy for review by
the Board of Commissioners.
Mr. John Ashby, Chairman of the Airport Commission,
requested settling the issue at this meeting, if possible.
Commissioner Barfield asked if the travel policy would
be reviewed by the Commissioners stating he strongly feels
the policy should be reviewed and approved by the Board.
After a lengthy discussion on review of the travel
policy by the Board of Commissioners, Commissioner Retchin
AMENDED his MOTION, which was SECONDED by Commissioner 0
Corbett to include final approval of the travel policy by I .
the Commissioners. The floor was opened for further
discussion.
Chairman Dolan commented on a Southeastern Regional
meeting already scheduled by the Airport Commission asking
since a travel policy has not been prepared or approved by
the Commissioners, would the trip have to be cancelled.
Commissioner Barfield stated the Airport Manager could
request reimbursement of travel funds through the Airport
Budget under the County's present policy. Chairman Dolan
asked why write a policy?
County Manager Cooper stated the intent of Paragraph 3
was to allow the Airport Commission to approve out-of-state
travel without approval by the County Manager or Airport
Manager.
Chairman Dolan called
to include final approval
the Airport Commission.
UNANIMOUSLY.
for a vote on the AMENDED MOTION,
of the travel policy prepared by
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Dolan commented on the recent article 0
published in the Star News with reference to the fire truck
stating matters of this nature should be referred to the
Airport Manager or Airport Commission for comment. He
suggested establishing a policy in order to avoid views
being expressed from airport employees. Mr. Ashby stated
the Airport Commission was in the process of developing a
policy.
Chairman Dolan thanked Airport Chairman Ashby and
Airport Commissioner Gregory for attending the meeting.
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A copy of the Fiscal Control Policy is contained in
Exhibit Book XVI, Page 5.
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APPEAL OF TAX LISTING PENALTY BY DANIEL M. WARGO
Mr. Daniel M. Wargo gave background information on the
appeal stating he contacted the Tax Office in August 1986,
with a change of address when moving to Kure Beach
permanently. However, the real property listing notice was
mailed to his old address and finally forwarded to him on
February 5, 1987, at which time he immediately hand
delivered the abstract to the Tax Listing office. He asked
if a penalty would be charged since the Tax Office had not
properly changed the address in 1986. Three weeks later, he
received a letter from the Tax Administrator stating in
order to waive the penalty, he would have to appeal to the
Board of Commissioners. Mr. Wargo requested abatement of
the penalty due to negligence on the part of the Tax Office
in failing to change the address.
Tax Administrator Register stated with the lack of
written evidence to support a request for a change of
address, and according to the General Statutes, a late
listing requires a penalty based upon the date received;
therefore, he recommends denial based on similar cases.
After discussion of the circumstances involving the
address change and receipt of the listing, Commissioner
Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Corbett to abate the
penalty. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION TO CONDUCT PROPERTY TAX REVALUATION
EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1991
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to adopt the resolution requiring a general
property tax revaluation effective January 1, 1991. The
floor was opened for discussion.
Commissioner O'Neal stated, for the record, he was not
in favor of rescinding the 1988 Property Tax Revaluation,
but would vote in favor of the proposed resolution since he
was out voted on the issue at the regular meeting held on
December 28, 1987.
Commissioner Retchin stated, for the record, he had
requested the 1988 Property Tax Revaluation be postponed for
one year to further study the methods used in appraising
property.
Chairman Dolan stated the Board of Commissioners voted
to rescind the revaluation to further study the methods
in performing the appraisals feeling this was the
solution for resolving the numerous complaints received
property owners with extremely large increases in
values.
used
best
from
land
After further discussion, Chairman Dolan called for a
vote on the MOTION to adopt the resolution as presented.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book
XVI, Page 5.
MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A MEETING OF THE 1987 BOARD OF
EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to recess from Regular Session to hold a meeting of
the 1987 Board of Equalization and Review. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Dolan recessed the meeting from Regular
Session at 11:55 o'clock A.M.
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Commissioner Retchin MOVED,
Corbett to reconvene to Regular
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
SECONDED
Session.
by Commissioner
Upon vote, the
Chairman Dolan reconvened to Regular Session at 11: 59
o'clock A.M.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
APPOINTMENT OF AMARYALLIS L.
BOARD OF HEALTH
Chairman Dolan opened the floor
for an appointment to the New Hanover
in the General Public category.
REHDER TO NEW HANOVER COUNTY
to receive nominations
County Board of Health
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Commissioner Retchin nominated Mr.
Sutton, Jr.
William Hobbs
Commissioner Corbett nominated Ms.
Rehder.
Amaryallis
L.
Commissioner Barfield nominated Mr. David P. Lowe.
There being no further nominations, Chairman Dolan
declared the nominations closed.
Chairman Dolan called for a vote on the nomination of
Mr. David P. Lowe. The MOTION DID NOT CARRY AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye:
Voting Noe:
Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Corbett
Commissioner Retchin
Vice-Chairman O'Neal
Chairman Dolan
Chairman Dolan called for a vote on the nomination of n
Ms. Amaryallis L. Rehder to serve a three-year term on the
Board of Health expiring December 31, 1990. Upon vote, the l .
MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett
Commissioner Retchin
Vice-Chairman O'Neal
Chairman Dolan
Voting Noe: Commissioner Barfield
APPOINTMENT OF ALFRED W. HARRELL TO FILL UNEXPIRED TERM ON
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Chairman Dolan opened the floor to receive nominations
for an appointment to the Human Relations Commission.
Commissioner Retchin nominated Mr. Alfred W. Harrell.
Commissioner Barfield nominated Ms. Gayle Martin.
There being no further nominations, Chairman Dolan
delcared the nominations closed.
Chairman Dolan called for a vote on the nomination of
Ms. Gayle Martin. The MOTION DID NO CARRY AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye:
Voting Noe:
commissioner Barfield
commissioner Corbett
Commissioner Retchin
Vice-Chairman O'Neal
Chairman Dolan
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Chairman Dolan called for a vote on the nomination of
Mr. Alfred W. Harrell to fill the unexpired term on the
Human Relations Commission expiring December 31, 1988. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett
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corrunissioner Retchin
Vice-Chairman O'Neal
Chairman Dolan
Voting Noe: corrunissioner Barfield
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RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF MS. ANN HART TO SERVE ON
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Corrunissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Corrunissioner
Retchin to ratify the appointment of Ms. Ann Hart to serve a
three-year term on the Human Relations corrunission as the New
Hanover County League of Women Voters' representative. The
term expires December 31, 1990. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION AWARDING LOW BID TO CAPE FEAR MOTOR
SALES, INC. FOR PURCHASE OF TRUCK
County Manager Cooper presented a resolution awarding
the bid to Cape Fear Motor Sales, Inc. for purchase of a
truck to be used by Property Management and the Board of
Elections for placement of voting machines.
corrunissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by corrunissioner
Corbett to adopt the resolution awarding the low bid in the
amount of $16,298.11 to Cape Fear Motor Sales, Inc. for
purchase of a truck. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book
XVI, Page 5.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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Discussion of Proposed Parking Deck on Property Located
Adjacent to New Hanover County Library
Corrunissioner Barfield expressed concern for discussion
being held on constructing a Parking Deck on County property
adjacent to the Library stating safety is certainly a factor
to be considered.
corrunissioner Retchin corrunented on the possibility of
constructing a Parking Deck on the lot behind the County
Administration Building which would be convenient to the
general public when utilizing City and County buildings.
After discussion of safety factors involved,
Corrunissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by corrunissioner
Retchin not to consider the Library lot as a location for a
proposed Parking Deck but to the inform the City that
alternative sites would be considered. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Clerk was requested to write a letter to the Mayor
and City Council informing them of this decision.
Discussion for Recognition of Longevity to County Employees
corrunissioner Corbett asked if the County had some form
of recognition for long-term County employees.
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County Manager Cooper stated Service Awards are
presented on County Fun Day each year in recognition of
employees with five or more years of service. Also, a
retirement plaque is presented to all employees retiring
with five or more years of service.
Discussion was held on retirement plaques being very
meaningful. It was the consensus of the Board to request
the County Manager to study qualifications for presentation
of plaques with the length of service as the main criteria.
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Discussion of Supplemental
County Employees
Chairman Dolan asked
receive health benefits from
Health Insurance to Retired
if retired County employees
the County or State.
County Manager Cooper stated the County now allows
retired persons to remain on the group policy at the current
group rate until age 65. He stated there is no supplement
to the Medicare provision provided by local government or
the retirement system. County Manager Cooper stated in
order to properly study a supplemental retirement benefit an n
actuary would have to be hired to research the issue.
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After further discussion, it was the consensus of the
Board to request the County Manager to study alternatives
to provide a supplemental health benefit to retired County
employees with his findings and recommendations forwarded to
the Commissioners for review.
Adoption of Resolution to Request the General Assembly to
Raise Property Tax Exemption for the Elderly and Disabled
and Adoption of Resolution Requesting the General Assembly
to Seek Additional Revenue Sources Allowing Local
Governments to Enact Revenue Producing Options
Commissioner Retchin presented a resolution encouraging
the General Assembly to raise the Property Tax Exemption for
the elderly and disabled from $12,000 to $20,000. He also
presented a resolution supporting passage of Senate Bill 59,
which defers property taxes for persons 65 and older until
the property is transferred to someone other than the
owner's spouse.
After further discussion, Commissioner Retchin
requested reaffirming a resolution adopted by the Board in
1986 encouraging the General Assembly to seek additional
revenue sources which will allow local governments to enact In
revenue producing options suited to the circumstances and \
needs of their citizens. ,
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
O'Neal to adopt the resolution supporting passage of Senate
Bill 59. The floor was opened for discussion.
Commissioner Barfield expressed concern for the cost
involved to members of families inheriting property.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to
request Commissioner Retchin to WITHDRAW HIS MOTION and
table this issue for further study and review. Commissioner
Retchin withdrew the MOTION.
Vice-Chairman 0' Neal recommended deleting the words,
"to $20,000" in Paragraph 5 of the resolution encouraging
the General Assembly to raise the property tax exemption for
the elderly and disabled stating the General Assembly should
set the limit.
Afte~ further discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED,
SECONDED by Vice-Chairman 01 Neal to adopt the resolution
requesting the General Assembly to consider raising the [j
property tax exemption allowed under G.S. 105-277.1 from
$12,000. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ~
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book
XVI, Page 6.
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to prepare a resolution, which will reaffirm a
resolution adopted in 1986, encouraging the General Assembly
to seek additional sources of revenue allowing local
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governments to enact revenue producing options suited to the
needs of their citizens. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book
XVI, Page 6.
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ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED
Retchin to adj ourn. Upon vote, the
UNANIMOUSLY.
by Commissioner
MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Dolan adjourned the meeting at 12:42 o'clock
P.M.
Re~pectfully submitted,
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LUl::ie F. Harrell
Clerk
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