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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-09-19 Regular Meeting I I I 2~7.1 " MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, September 19, 1988, at 9:00 o'clock A.M. in the General Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Wilmington, North Carolina. Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr.; W. Albert Corbett, Jr.; Robert G. Greer; Vice-Chairman Fred Retchin; Chairman Nolan O'Neal; County Manager, G. Felix Cooper; County Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell. Chairman O'Neal called the meeting to order. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Reverend Frank C. Perry, Pastor of the Lutheran Church of Reconciliation, gave the invocation. Commissioner Corbett led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Corbett to approve the minutes of the Special Meetings of August 29, 1988, and August 30, 1988, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. NON-AGENDA ITEMS Presentation by New Hanover County Human Relations Committee on Handicapped and Disabled Persons Ms. priscilla Balaban, Co-Chairperson of the Committee on Handicapped and Disabled Persons, presented a survey performed by the committee in 1987 to determine the availability and level of adequacy of services being provided to handicapped persons by agencies in New Hanover County. The following findings were presented: 1. Health care was the only category to meet or exceed the adequate level of service. 2. Employment was the most inadequate area with residential living services next. 3. Public accommodation, recreation, and transportation services fell within the middle adequacy range. She stated after holding a public forum in February, 1988, to receive input from handicapped individuals, it was the general agreement that employment, public accommodations, and residential living are the areas where the least help is being provided for the handicapped community. Ms. Balaban stated in response to these needs and the community interest the handicapped area has become a major activity of the Human Relations Commission with establishment of a standing "Committee on Handicapped and Disabled Persons" subdivided into eight (8) categories as follows: 1. Housing 2. Transportation 3. Resource guide 4. Parking 5. Access 6. Employment 7. Special projects 8. Independent Living j 2 7~s OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 (CONTINUED) The Committee has also assumed the responsibilities of the "Mayor's Committee on Handicapped" and is the local liaison with the Governor's Advocacy Council on Persons with Disabilities. Ms. Balaban expressed appreciation to the Commissioners for an opportunity to present the report stressing the importance of adequately providing services for handicapped persons in New Hanover County. Commissioner Corbett complimented Ms. Balaban for an outstanding job performed in chairing this committee expressing appreciation to her for the many hours of volunteer work given to identifying the needs of the handicapped community. Denial of Request Submitted by Highland Health Care of Hickory, North Carolina, for State Designation of Additional Nursing Home Beds to Brunswick County Mr. Charles E. Trefzger, Vice-President of Highland Health Care of Hickory, Inc., Hickory, North Carolina, introduced himself and commented on the need for nursing home care of elderly persons in New ~anover and Brunswick counties. He gave background information on the 1988 State Medical Facilities Plan which allocated 60 nursing home beds to Pender, Brunswick, and New Hanover County with Pender County being selected to receive the additional beds which are presently under construction. He stated primary focus for placement of additional beds for the coming year is being analyzed by the State Certificate of Need Section with a decision to be reached based upon the greatest need in either Brunswick or New Hanover County. Mr. Tref zger stated his company has submitted a Certificate of Need Application for construction of 60 additional nursing home beds in Brunswick County due to the urgent need and requested the Commissioners to consider preparation of a resolution to be forwarded to the State Certificate of Need section encouraging the State to designate the additional beds to Brunswick County. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board that an item of this type could not be addressed in the three-minute period; therefore, it should be placed on a future agenda with proper backup and documentation. Commissioner Barf ield strongly disagreed with placement of this item on a future agenda stating Certificates of Need have been submitted by companies in New Hanover County; therefore, the Commissioners should not prepare a resolution supporting another county which would deny citizens and/or companies in New Hanover County an opportunity to provide additional beds. After a lengthy discussion on addressing the needs of New Hanover County, it was the consensus of the Board to deny the request by Mr. Trefzger for designation of additional nursing home beds to Brunswick County. Approval of Amendment to Lease Between New Hanover County and Applied Analytical Industries Attorney Richard Morgan, representing Applied Analytical Industries, requested an amendment to the lease between New Hanover County and Applied Analytical Industries in order to reassign the lease so the company can obtain a loan from the Small Business Administration. ,He presented the following amendment stating the County Attorney and client are satisfied with the change: "4.1. Assignment of Lease to a Lending Institution. Notwithstanding Section 11 of this agreement, Lessee may assign this lease, without having to obtain County consent, to a lending insti tution as security for the payment of a loan taken out by Lessee to finance the construction and equipping of improvements on the leased premises, and this lease or the assignment of this , ;\ n II f' I I l I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 (CONTINUED) 273 ., lease may be assigned and reassigned by such lender and its assignees, without having to obtain County consent, in connection with the assignment and reassignment of the loan. Provided, that Lessee may not assign this lease when Lessee is in default under this lease. Any assignments or reassignments made to lending institutions (hereinafter referred to as "lender assignments") shall be subject at all times to all of the covenants and conditions of this lease and to all of the rights and remedies of County, and with the understanding that no such assignment or reassignment shall be construed to encumber in any fashion County's fee interest in the land leased to Lessee." Attorney Pope stated the Legal Department has no problem with the reassignment amendment. After discussion, Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Greer to approve the amendment as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Presentation of Proposed Smoking Policy for New Hanover County Judicial Building and Annex Ms. Sylvia Smith, Trial Court Administrator, presented a proposed Smoking Policy for the New Hanover County Judicial Building and Annex as requested by the Commissioners at the meeting of September 6, 1988. She stated Judge Napoleon B. Barefoot, Judge Charles E. Rice, III, and Judge Elton G. Tucker, were holding court and could not be present to submit the proposal; therefore, she would be glad to answer any questions. After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Corbett to accept the proposed Smoking Policy for review by the Commissioners with placement of this item on a future agenda. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Ms. Smith requested clarification of the policy to be used by the Judicial Building and Annex during the interim period of time for review of the proposed policy asking if smoking would be allowed in the buildings until that date? It was the consensus of the Board that the "No Smoking" Policy adopted by the County effective September 19, 1988, will apply to these buildings until the proposed policy has been reviewed and adopted. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to adopt the following Consent Agenda items. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Approval of Upgrade in Paralegal Salary and Approval of Budget Amendment - Legal Department The Commissioners approved an upgrade in the Paralegal salary from Range 57 ($11,755) to Range 65 ($17,393) with adoption of the following Budget Amendment: 89-0051 Non-Departmental Debit Credit Non-Departmental Contingencies $6,534 County Attorney's Office Salaries and Wages Social Security Tax Retirement $5,642 424 468 Purpose: Reclassification of Paralegal Salary Range. ~ 2'1t~ES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 ( CONTINUED) Acceptance of Grant to New Hanover County Health Department for AIDS Education in the Black Conununity and Approval of Budget Amendment The Commissioners accepted a grant in the amount of $20,076 to the New Hanover County Health Department for AIDS education in the Black Community with approval of the following Budget Amendmen t : 89-0048 Health Department/Aids Awareness/Black Conununity Debit Credit o CDC Minority Grant $20,076 Contract Services Copying Departmental Supplies Auto Allowance Capital Outlay - Equipment $15,276 200 3,000 800 800 Purpose: To set up budget for expending grant money for AIDS Awareness in the Black Community. Approval of Abatements and Refunds - Tax Department The Commissioners approved the Report of Abatements and Refunds as presented by the Tax Administrator with a correction to Item #20, Ormand, John W., Jr., Etux. from $14.93 to $13.57. 30. A copy of the list is contained in Exhibit Book XVI, Page Acceptance of New Hanover County Tax Collections for August 1988 The Commissioners accepted the New Hanover County Tax Collections through August 31, 1988, and the New Hanover County Fire Tax Collections through August 31, 1988, as submitted by the Collector of Revenue. o Copies of the reports are contained in Exhibit Book XVI, Page 30. Release of Tax Penalty for John W. Ormand, Jr. The Commissioners approved release of a tax listing penalty in the amount of $12.56 for John W. Ormand, Jr. upon the recommendation of the Tax Administrator who stated the taxpayer made all other listings in a timely manner and immediately notified the Tax Department promptly of the oversight. Release of Tax Penalty for Margaret P. B. Robbins The Commissioners approved release of a tax penalty regarding a senior citizens exclusion in the amount of $181.32 for property located on North 23rd Street as recommended by the Tax Administrator. The taxpayer had received the exclusion in error for tax years 1983-87 and upon notification was recharged a penalty for being granted the exemption in error; therefore, the Tax Administrator recommended release of the penalty. Release of Penalties on Various Room Occupancy Tax Accounts The Commissioners released penal ties on the following Room Occupancy Tax Accounts as recommended by the Collector of Revenue: 1. Sea Winds Motel - Release of penalty in the amount of $150 due to first delinquency and hiring of new manager who was not aware of filing deadline. c 2. Spinnaker Point - Release of penalty in the amount of $70 due to first delinquency and problems being experienced with personnel. 3. The Wanda Inn - Release of penalty in the amount of $120 due to first delinquency and error in mailing of form. \ ~ I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 (CONTINUED) : 275 " Adoption of Proclamation Designating September 22, 1988, as "American Business Women's Day The Commissioners adopted a proclamation designating September 22, 1988, as "American Business Women's Day" in New Hanover County. A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book XVI, Page 30. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO COUNTY MANAGER AND FINANCE DIRECTOR FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE IN PROMOTING COUNTY PARTICIPATION IN THE 1988 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN Mr. Victor Horrell, 1988 Campaign Chairman of United Way, and Ms. Nancy Bullard, Chairman of the Public Service and Governmental Division, presented a plaque to County Manager, G. Felix Cooper; and Finance Director, Andrew J. Atkinson, in recognition of their work and effort in promoting County employees to support United Way with an increase in contributions of 118% over last year's record. REJECTION OF OFFER FOR SURPLUS PROPERTY BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION County Manager Cooper stated at the meeting of September 6, 1988, the Commissioners rejected the offer of this tract; however, at that time he did not realize the size of the parcel and has placed the item on the agenda for reconsideration by the Board. He stated after discussion with the Board of Education and City of Wilmington, the parcel being offered is not buildable and not needed by the County; however, the City has requested the property for construction of a catch basin in the drainage area. County Manager Cooper recommended rej ection of the offer which will allow the Board of Education to dispose of the surplus property as they so desire. Vice-Chairman Retchin Corbett to reject the offer Education as requested by MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner of surplus property from the Board of the County Manager. Upon vote, the DISCUSSION OF RESOLUTION SUPPORTING SOLID WASTE CONTROL Vice-Chairman Retchin stated the proposed resolution was prepared as a result of the joint City/County meeting held on August 30, 1988, addressing solid waste control. He commented on requesting state legislation to develop appropriate legislation to control the use of recyclable beverage containers and prohibit the use of non-biodegradable fast food containers. He requested adoption of the resolution. A lengthy discussion was held on receiving input from the public and industries throughout the County. Commissioner Corbett and Commissioner Greer recommended holding a Public Hearing to better inform the public and hear from various local businesses, such as bottlers and fast food companies, before adopting the proposed resolution. After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to delay action on the proposed resolution and schedule a Public Hearing within the next 60 days. Chairman O'Neal and Ms. Nancy Pritchett, Director of Keep American Beautiful, were requested to work with Vice-Chairman Retchin to provide knowledgeable and qualified speakers for the Public Hearing. PRESENTATION OF SCHEMATICS FOR EXPANSION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY MUSEUM Mrs. Helen Willets, Chairman of the New Hanover County Museum Building Committee, gave an update on the work of the Committee during the past year. She stated weekly meetings have been held with visits to other museums throughout the state and country in order to develop a design for the museum expansion that will be efficient and functional as well as attractive. She requested Mr. John Jefferies to present the plan. j 2 7~ES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 (CONTINUED) Mr. John Jefferies, Architect with Jefferies and Faris Associates, presented the following schematics stating the entire project will contain 42,000 square feet: 1. Site Plan reflecting the entire site including the location of the proposed expansion, parking area, buffering, landscaping and exterior of the building. 2. First Floor Plan reflecting outdoor exhibits, lobby, main gallery, support areas including classroom, lecture hall, gift shop, loading deck and freight elevator located in the back of the building. n 3. Second Floor Plan reflecting South Gallery, North Gallery, North East Gallery, East Gallery, main office and support area for staff. 4. Basement Floor Plan reflecting collection storage area with accompanying registration office, conservation lab, photo lab, and mechanical area. A sketch of the exterior of the proposed expansion was presented with Mr. Jefferies stressing the importance of blending the present building and expansion with surrounding property. He stated the design plan has been approved by the Museum Building Committee and bids for the project will be offered next spring. Chairman 0' Neal expressed appreciation to the Museum Building Committee for the time and effort given to this project and thanked Mr. Jefferies for an excellent presentation. BREAK [l Chairman O'Neal recessed the meeting for a break from 10:11 o'clock A.M. to 10:37 o'clock A.M. l DENIAL OF REQUEST TO RESCIND FLEA MARKET VENDOR PRIVILEGE LICENSE Commissioner Barfield stated since the City of Wilmington has rescinded the Privilege License for flea market vendors, he feels the County should do the same due to the small amount of money involved. Mr. Dewey Scott, operator of the Starway Drive-In Flea Market, requested the Commissioners to rescind the $25 Privilege License fee for flea market vendors stating business has been off 40% since surrounding counties are not charging the additional fee. A lengthy discussion was held on the pros and cons of rescinding the fee including the best method to handle refunds to persons who have paid the fee if the ordinance should be amended. After further discussion, Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to rescind the $25 fee for flea market vendors. The floor was opened for discussion. Chairman O'Neal MADE A Vice-Chairman Retchin to deny amend the present ordinance. CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: SUBSTITUTE MOTION, SECONDED by the request by Mr. Scott and not Upon vote, the SUBSTITUTE MOTION n ~ ~ Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett Vice-Chairman Retchin Chairman O'Neal Voting Nay: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Greer '\ " "- I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 (CONTINUED) 277 ~ AWARD OF CONSULTANT PROPOSAL TO BOOTH AND ASSOCIATES, REVIEW RADIO SYSTEM Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton, the following proposals received from consulting firms and study a radio system for New Hanover County: INC. TO presented to review Dan S. Street Booth and Associates Ram Communications Consultants Commissioner Greer questioned whether a radio system of this type is actually needed and if a consultant should be hired? He expressed concern for the proposals received stating they do not address the question of the actual need. Director Hilton commented on the base need for telemetry and voice communication in the Engineering Department stating the reason for expanding on these needs is to meet current and future demands including emergency networking. He stated the paging system being considered will avoid hiring of additional employees to provide 24-hour coverage, seven days a week for monitoring of the sewer system. After further discussion, Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Corbett to award the consulting proposal to Booth and Associates for review of the proposed radio system. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett Vice-Chairman Retchin Chairman O'Neal Voting Nay: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Greer MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to convene from Regular Session to hold a Regular Meeting of the District Board of the Water and Sewer District. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman O'Neal convened from Regular Session at 11:21 o'clock A.M. Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to reconvene to Regular Session. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman O'Neal reconvened to Regular Session at 12:27 o'clock P.M. REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN S. SCOTT, ALBERT S. SIMON, C. F. HALL, AND RANDY PEEBLES TO SERVE ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF ELECTRICIANS Commissioner Greer MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to reappoint John S. Scott, Albert S. Simon, C. F. Hall, and Randy Peebles to serve three-year terms on the New Hanover County Board of Examiners of Electricians expiring September 2, 1990. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPOINTMENT OF ALAN E. THOMAS, M. D. TO SERVE UNEXPIRED TERM ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to appoint Alan E. Thomas, M. D. to fill the unexpired of Peter G. Pappas, M. D. in the Physician's category on the Board of Health. The term will expire December 31, 1989. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ~ .2 7rINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 (CONTINUED) RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF SANDRA HARKINS TO FILL AN UNEXPIRED TERM ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to ratify the appointment of Sandra Harkins by the Lower Cape Fear Personnel Association to fill an unexpired term on the Human Relations Commission ending September 31, 1988. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. REAPPOINTMENT OF LLOYD ROHLER TO SERVE ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner n Corbett to reappoint Lloyd Rohler to serve a three-year term on l the New Hanover County Library Advisory Board. Upon vote, the "- MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPOINTMENT OF KAREN E. GOTTOVI, VIRGINIA H. CONLON, AND JOHN R. IGEL TO SERVE ON NEW HANOVER COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Chairman O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to appoint Karen E. Gottovi, Virginia H. Conlon, and John R. Igel to serve three-year terms on the New Hanover County Library Advisory Board. The terms are to expire August 31, 1991. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPOINTMENT OF CHARLES D. JENKINS, SONDRA TEER ROBERTSON, AND WENDY BLOCK TO SERVE ON NEW HANOVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to appoint Mr. Charles D. Jenkins, Ms. Sondra Teer Robertson, and Ms. Wendy Block to serve five-year terms on the New Hanover Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees. The terms will expire September 30, 1993. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPOINTMENT OF DAN W. ELLER, DERICK G.S. DAVIS, JAMES F. YEDLICKA, RONALD H. WOODRUFF, WILLIAM HOBBS SUTTON, JR., AND n CLAUD O'SHIELDS, JR. TO SERVE ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to appoint the following persons to serve on the New Hanover County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: Name Mr. Dan W. Eller Mr. Derick G.S. Davis Mr. Claud O'Shields, Jr. Mr. William Hobbs Sutton, Jr. Mr. James F. Yedlicka Mr. Ronald H. Woodruff Expiration of Term June 30, 1991 June 30, 1991 June 30, 1990 June 30, 1990 June 30, 1989 June 30, 1989 Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. After discussion of appointing a Commissioner to serve on the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Corbett to appoint Commissioner Barfield to serve on this board. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. COMMISSIONER BARFIELD EXCUSED FROM MEETING Commissioner Barfield asked to be excused from the meeting to attend a United Way luncheon. It was the consensus of the In Board to excuse Commissioner Barfield. l j ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Discussion of Fort Fisher Beach Renourishment Project with U. S. Corps of Engineers Commissioner Corbett commented on a resolution adopted by the Board of Commissioners on June 6, 1988, encouraging the U. S. Corps of Engineers to perform a berm renourishment project at Fort Fisher stating no word has been received from state or federal officials. After further discussion, it was the \~ I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 (CONTINUED) 279 " ;:;," consensus of the Board to request Vice-Chairman Retchin and Commissioner Corbett to further pursue this issue. Appointment of County Representative to Serve on Special Task Force to Resolve Problems with Students in the College Acres Area Commissioner Corbett stated UNC-Wilmington, the City of Wilmington and other community groups are forming a Task Force to meet with students and homeowners of the College Acres area to resolve noise and traffic problems occurring in this area. He stated the Commissioners have been requested to appoint a representative to serve on this committee. After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to request County Attorney Pope to appoint an Assistant County Attorney to serve on the committee. Discussion of Sub-Committees Appointed at Joint City/County Meeting Vice-Chairman Retchin asked if any arrangements have been made for scheduling meetings of the three Sub-Committees appointed at the joint City/County meeting. County Manager Cooper stated he and the City Manager are currently working with staff and will report back to the Board in the near future. Amendment to Cape Fear Utilities Sewer Allocation Contract County Attorney Pope requested an amendment to the existing Cape Fear Utilities sewer allocation contract to incorporate the rate increase and allocation as recommended by the District Commissioners of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District. Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Greer to amend the existing contract with Cape Fear Utilities to reflect the increased rate and allocation as requested. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Greer Vice-Chairman Retchin Chairman O'Neal Excused: Commissioner Barfield Discussion of New Hanover Memorial Hospital Budget Chairman 0' Neal recommended inviting the Chairman of the Hospi tal Board of Trustees to present and discuss the hospital budget. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for Chairman O'Neal to invite the Chairman of the Hospital Board to present the budget. Acquisition of Property at 813 Dock Street - New Hanover County Museum Assistant County Manager, Mary Gornto, requested authorization to execute a buy-and-sell agreement between New Hanover County and Ms. Luette Bradley for acquisition of property located at 813 Dock Street. She stated Ms. Bradley is quite ill and anxious to finalize arrangements. Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to authorize the County Manager to execute a buy-and-sell agreement between New Hanover County and Ms. Luette Bradley for acquisition of property located at 813 Dock Street. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Greer Vice-Chairman Retchin Chairman O'Neal Excused: Commissioner Barfield ~ 28@INUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 (CONTINUED) Announcement of New Hanover County Being Selected to Receive the 1988 Gertrude S. Carraway Award of Merit Presented by the Historic Preservation Foundation of North Carolina, Inc. for Renovation of the Courthouse Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton, announced New Hanover County has been selected by the Historic Preservation Foundation of North Carolina, Inc. to receive the 1988 Gertrude S. Carraway Award of Merit for its outstanding efforts in the field of preservation for restoration of the New Hanover County Courthouse. The awards luncheon will be held on Saturday, October 1, 1988, at 12:00 noon in the Morehead Planetarium Building, Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, with an invitation extended to two representatives from the County. n Acceptance of FAA Grant - New Hanover County Airport Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton, requested acceptance of an FAA grant in the amount of $2,177,484 for paving of the apron with the condition that 50% of the funds available will be limited until the approaches and easements at the Airport are cleared of any obstructions. Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Greer to accept the FAA grant in the amount of $2,177,484 with the condition that 50% of funds available will be limited until the approaches and easements at the Airport are cleared of any obstructions. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Greer Vice-Chairman Retchin Chairman O'Neal Excused: Commissioner Barfield Announcement of "Open House" for New Hanover County Courthouse n and EMS Building County Manager Cooper reminded the Commissioners of the "- "Open House" planned for Sunday, September 25, 1988, from 1:00-4:00 P.M. for touring of the Courthouse and EMS Building. ADJOURNMENT Vice-Chairman Corbett to adjourn. Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Greer Vice-Chairman Retchin Chairman O'Neal Excused: Commissioner Barfield Chairman O'Neal adjourned the meeting at 1:10 o'clock P.M. Respectfully submitted, ct~~ Clerk to the Board o ~