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ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, November 7, 1988, at 7:00 o'clock P.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, Sri
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. I
Harrell.
Chairman O'Neal called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Reverend Roger Horne, Pastor of Westminister Presbyterian
Church, gave the invocation.
County Attorney, Robert W. Pope, led the audience in the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of
September 30, 1988, Regular Meeting of October 3, 1988, and
Regular Meeting of October 17, 1988 as presented. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
DEFERRAL OF ITEM #13, A REQUEST BY THE AIRPORT COMMISSION FOR
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH TALBERT COX AND ASSOCIATES TO DEVELOP
TRANSITION PLAN
Chairman 0' Neal requested that Item #13 be deferred since
the contract was not received in time to properly review before
consideration for approval. It was the consensus of the Board to
defer Item #13.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman 0' Neal asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak on an item not listed on the Regular Agenda
or listed on the Consent Agenda. The following item was
presented and discussed:
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Discussion of Proposed On-Site Sewage Disposal System for Castle
HaYne Auto Mall
Ms. Charlene Pete, Mr. Charles Pete, and Ms. Peggy
Grossnickle commented on the proposed sewage disposal system for
the Castle Hayne Auto Mall stressing the importance of protecting
the Castle Hayne Aquifer. They requested the Commissioners to
deny issuance of a permit for placement of tne proposed
wastewater treatment facility.
After a lengthy discussion of the permitting process being
approved by the State of North Carolina Health Division and local
Health Department, it was the consensus of the Board to request
the Planning Director and County Attorney to check into the
status of this permit and report back to the Commissioners.
Appreciation and Recognition for Support of Schools by the New
Hanover County Board of Commissioners I
Ms. Lucille 'Shaffer, Chairman of the New Hanover County
Board of Education, expressed appreciation to the Commissioners
for the outstanding support and funding provided by this Board
and previous Boards to improve the quality of education in New
Hanover County. She commented on an award of recognition being
sponsored by the North Carolina Association of School Boards
stating the Board of Education submitted a letter of nomination
for the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners; however, the
Screening Committee did not see fit to select our Board. She
read the letter and report submitted to the State and thanked the
Commissioners for their cooperation and support of County
schools. A special thanks was given to County Manager Cooper for
his assistance during the budgetary process.
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Discussion of Traffic on South College Road
Ms. Jean Weiss, a resident of Hunter's Trail, commented on
the volume of traffic on South College Road asking if there are
plans for widening this thoroughfare.
Vice-Chairman Retchin stated Counties are not allowed by
State Statutes to own or improve roads; however, the North
Carolina Department of Transportation requires developers to
provide additional lanes for ingress and egress when establishing
commercial uses. He stated the City of Wilmington is allowed by
State Statutes to construct and improve roads, and they are
currently in the process of investigating the needs on South
College Road. He suggested that Ms. Weiss present this issue to
the Wilmington City Council.
Discussion on Widening of Military Cut-off Road
Mr. John Boyd, a resident of 124 East Westwood Road,
commented on the widening of Military Cut-off Road and the
problems being incurred with drainage. Commissioner Barfield
recommended contacting Mr. Glen Crews at the local N. C.
Department of Transportation office for assistance with this
problem.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Retchin to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
Approval of Grant Application for Interagency Assessment and
Intervention Unit Demonstration Project
The Commissioners approved application for a grant by the
Health Department, Southeastern Mental Health Center and the
Developmental Evaluation Center to ensure infants and toddlers
that are handicapped or have risk factors that cause
developmental delays will be promptly screened and provided a
plan for needed services. No County funds are required.
Approval of FAA Runway End Identification Light System Contract
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a
contract with the Federal Aviation Administration to install and
operate, at no cost to the County, a Runway End Identification
Light System at the approach end of Runway 23.
A copy of the contract is on file in the County Manager's
office.
Approval for Department of Aging to Submit Applications for Three
(3) VISTA Volunteers
The Commissioners approved application by the Department of
Aging for three (3) VISTA Volunteers to coordinate the following
programs: (1) Housing Information Service to address housing
needs of elderly; ( 2) BRIDGE to address hunger among the frail
elderly; and (3) Volunteers in Action to coordinate retired
professional volunteers in programs targeted to low-income
elderly. The cost to the County will be for supplies and mileage
reimbursement for each volunteer.
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Approval of Contract for Personal Property Pricing Guides
The Commissioners approved a contract between New Hanover
County and Tax Equity Consultants, Inc. to provide personal
property pricing guides. The Chairman was authorized to execute
the document.
Approval of Request to Donate Surplus Property to the Department
of Corrections and City of Wilmington
The Commissioners approved the request by the Finance
Director to donate surplus property to the Department of
Corrections and City of Wilmington.
An itemized list of surplus property to be donated is
contained in Exhibit Book XVI, Page 34.
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Adoption of Proclamation
YOUTH APPRECIATION WEEK
The Commissioners
November 13-19, 1988, as
County.
Designating November 13-19, 1988, as
adopted a proclamation designating
Youth Appreciation Week in New Hanover
A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book XVI,
Page 34.
Approval of Fireworks Display for Wrightsville Beach Holiday
Flotilla
The Commissioners approved a Fireworks Permit for a
fireworks display for the Wrightsville Beach Holiday Flotilla on
November 26, 1988, on the island directly across from the
Blockade Runner located in Wrightsville Beach.
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Authorization for Chairman to Write a Letter of Support to
McCluey Hewett, Executive Director of New Hanover County Services
Association
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to write a letter
supporting Mr. McCluey Hewett's request to the Private Industry
Council for funding of a Limited Work Experience project through
JTPA.
Authorization to Reclassify the Assistant to the Tax
Administrator Position to Assistant Tax Administrator
The Commissioners approved the reclassification of the
Assistant to the Tax Administrator position to Assistant Tax
Administrator, Grade 75 retroactive to July 1, 1988. No
additional funds are required.
Acceptance of Information and Referral Case Management Hotline
Grant Agreement
The Commissioners accepted the grant agreement between the
Cape Fear Council of Governments and the New Hanover County
Department of Aging in the amount of $12,000 (no County funds
involved) to establish a temporary position for the program. The
County Manager was authorized to execute the agreement with
approval of the following Budget Amendment:
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89-0072 Aging/I & R Case Management Hotline
Debit
Credit
Hotline Grant
$12,000
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Salaries
FICA
Insurance and Bonds
Automobile Expense
Postage
Printing
Telephone
Departmental Supplies
Professional Services
$ 9,255
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225
214
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Purpose: To set up budget for the Information and Referral
Case Management Hotline Grant in the Department
of Aging.
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Approval of Budget Amendment - Cape Fear Substance Abuse
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
89-0074 Outside Agencies/Cape Fear Substance Abuse Center
Debit
Credit
Outside Agencies/Pass Through Grants
CBA Grants
$12,789
Outside Agencies/Cape Fear Substance
Abuse Center
Non-Secure Detention
$12,789
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Purpose: To budget additional funding for the Alternative
to Detention Program administered by the Cape Fear
Substance Abuse Center (no County funds involved).
Approval of Budget Amendment New Hanover County Health
Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
89-0078 Health Department
Debit
Credit
Health/Administration
Federal and State Health Grants
$ 2,806
Health/Mental Health
Maternal Health
1,854
Environmental Health
State Grant
3,000
Health/Administration
Maintenance and Repair/Bldgs. & Grounds
Capital Outlay - Equipment
$1,006
1,800
Health/Maternal Health
Professional Services
1,854
Health/Environmental
Capital Outlay - Equipment
3,000
Purpose: To budget additional State funding to be used for
renovating newly leased space, capital outlay, and
increasing the Delivery Funds in Maternal Health.
Approval of Budget Amendment - New Hanover County Library
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
89-0073 Library
Debit
Credit
Contributions
$ 4,585
Department Supplies (Books)
$4,585
Purpose: To budget proceeds from the Friends of Library Book
Sale ($3,468) and contributions of ($1,117) for
purchase of new books for the proposed mid-south
library branch.
Approval of Budget Amendment to Establish Budget for EPA Grant
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
89-0075 Water and Sewer/EPA - Interceptors/Phase II
Debit
Credit
EPA Grant (Federal)
$3,594,492
Construction
$3,594,492
Purpose: To establish budget for EPA Grant (approved by the
New Hanover County Water and Sewer District on
October 17, 1988).
Approval of Budget Amendment - New Hanover County Public Library
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
89-0076 Library
Debit
Credit
Aid to Public Library Grant
$1,179
Capital Outlay
$1,179
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Purpose: Additional allocation from State Aid to be used
to purchase a FAX machine for the main Library's
inter-library loan service.
Approval of Budget Amendment - Department of Aging
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
89-0077 Department of Aging
Debit
Credit
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Aging/Administration
Home Improvement & Repair
$2,000
Aging/Home Improvement Program
Departmental Supplies
Travel (local)
$1,415
585
Purpose: To budget additional State funding for Home
Improvement and Repair Program (no County
funds involved).
Authorization for Chairman to Execute Contracts for Expansion of
the Health Department and Detox Facility for the Mental Health
Center
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute
contracts for expansion of the Health Department and construction
of Detox Facility for the Mental Health Center and issued the
Notice to Proceed. Low bids were awarded as follows:
Clancy & Theys Construction Co. (general)
J. J. Barnes, Inc. (plumbing)
J. J. Barnes, Inc. (mechanical)
Cape Fear Electrical, Inc. (electrical)
$1,571,043
142,343
440,182
219,797
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Electrical contract amount has been increased by $780 to provide
lighting in the area of the Detox Center where skylights had been
removed to reduce the cost.
Adoption of Resolution to Award Bid to IBM Management
Information Systems
The Commissioners adopted a resolution awarding the bid to
IBM in the amount of $100,180.10 for 35 printers and 44 terminals
for Management Information Systems.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XVI,
Page 34.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF SPECIAL HIGHWAY OVERLAY
DISTRICT REGULATIONS FOR A PORTION OF MILITARY CUT-OFF ROAD
(CONTINUED ITEM Z-361)
Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing stating this item
was continued from the last meeting in order to properly notify
residential property owners of the proposed petition.
Planning Director Hayes stated the Planning Board
unanimously recommended approval of the Special Highway Overlay
District for a portion of Military Cut-off Road to provide
addi tional protection, landscaping, setback and buffering that
normally does not apply to commercial zoning. He recommended
approval of the request if no one present would like to speak in
opposition.
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Chairman 0' Neal asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in opposition to the Special Highway Overlay
District Regulations. The following persons commented:
Mr. Jack Moore, a property owner on Military Cut-off Road,
stated after review of the proposed Special Highway Overlay
District, he could not understand why these regulations should be
applied when the property in question is already commercial and
will not impact upon residential property owners. He expressed
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concern for the reason being purely speculative and
another regulation being applied when developing
commercially.
opposed
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Mr. Eugene Meadows, a resident of Westwood Road, stated he
was not opposed to the overlay district if it would not impact
upon residential property owners.
Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
After discussion, Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield to approve the Special Highway Overlay
District as recommended by the Planning Board. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 3 OF NEW HANOVER
COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA ADOPTED MAY 1970, is contained in Zoning
Book I, Section 3, Page 4.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING 7.40 ACRES LOCATED AT 1-40 TO
HOLLY SHELTER ROAD TO B-2 BUSINESS AND TO REZONE THE REMNANT
PARCELS TO THE EAST FROM R-15 RESIDENTIAL TO 1-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL
(Z-363)
Commissioner Corbett requested to be excused from
participating and voting on this rezoning request since he
through marriage is related to one of the developers. It was the
consensus of the Board to excuse Commissioner Corbett from voting
as requested.
Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Hayes and Staff Planner Avery presented
slides and gave background information on the rezoning request
stating the Planning Board, after much discussion, voted 4-2 to
approve the request feeling it was consistent with the Land Use
Plan and County Policies for directing commercial growth toward
major intersections. Planning Director Hayes stated the Planning
Board and Planning Staff also recommended rezoning two remnant
parcels owned by Martin Marietta and Auto Park Associates to I-2.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present would like to speak
in favor of the rezoning request. The following petitioners
commented:
Mr. Jonathan Washburn, a petitioner, commented on the
County's Land Use Plan and Commercial policies for growth and
development encouraging commercial activities along major roads
at or near major intersections stating approval of the rezoning
request would be consistent with these policies. He commented on
this area being an interchange due to Interstate I-40 which under
the Land Use Plan is classified as a cross-roads type of
development. He respectfully requested approval of the rezoning
request as submitted.
Mr. Bill Moss, a petitioner, commented on the County's Land
Use Plan stating the proposed rezoning is completely consistent
with the plan which encourages shopping, housing, employment and
public service needs at a major intersection. He requested the
Commissioners to approve the request as submitted.
Mr. Hansen Matthews, a petitioner, stressed the importance
of allowing commercial growth and development at one of two I-40
interchanges for New Hanover County. He requested the
Commissioners to approve the rezoning request as submitted.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present would like to speak
in opposition to the rezoning request. The following persons
commented:
Mr. Willie Sidberry, an adjoining property owner, expressed
concern for rezoning 2.5 acres located on the northeast side of
Holly Shelter and requested the Board to allow this property to
remain residentially zoned. He emphasized the importance of
protecting the residents living in this area stating the
community was not opposed to rezoning the property located on the
southeast side of Holly Shelter Road.
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Ms. Crystal Sidberry, the daughter of Mr. Sidberry,
expressed concern for increased traffic on Nixon Lane which will
impact upon the safety of children when riding school buses. She
requested the Commissioners to consider leaving the 2.5 acres
located on the northeast side of Holly Shelter Road zoned R-15.
Mr. William C. Howard, a resident of Samsara Estates
Subdivision, commented on the County's Land Use Plan stating the
plan is restrictive and should be followed; however, the County
does have a responsibility to protect residential neighborhoods.
Mr. Charles Pete, a resident of Castle Hayne, asked the
petitioner, if the property has been checked for perk tests since
this land is adjacent to the auto mall? Mr. Jonathan Washburn
stated any development on this land would be subject to the
suitability of soils and in compliance with regulations of the
New Hanover County Health Department.
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Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
A lengthy discussion was held on the community designation
in the Land Use Plan and protecting the residential area. After
further discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Greer to rezone property located at the southwest
corner of 1-40 and Holly Shelter Road to B-2 Business from R-15
Residential and 1-1 Industrial. The tract at the northeast
corner is to remain residentially zoned. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Greer
Vice-Chairman Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
Excused: Commissioner Corbett
A copy of " AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 8A OF NEW HANOVER
COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTED JULY, 1972," is contained in
Exhibit Book 2 , section 8A, Page 14.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO
ESTABLISH A DWELLING UNIT INCIDENTAL TO A PRINCIPAL USE ON THE
NORTH SIDE OF EASTWOOD ROAD WEST OF VISION DRIVE
Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
request to establish a second story dwelling unit on a
mini-storage structure located on Eastwood Road stating the site
plan has been submitted and the four general requirements have
been met.
Chairman O'Neal requested persons wishing to give testimony
to step forward to be sworn in by the Clerk to the Board. The
following person was sworn in:
Ms. Susan Rabon
Chairman O'Neal asked if the petitioner or anyone from the
general public would like to speak in favor of issuing the
Special Use Permit. The following person commented:
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Ms. Susan Rabon, an attorney representing the petitioner,
Mr. William Stark of Emrose Corporation, Henderson, North
Carolina, stated the dwelling unit will provide more security to
customers using the mini-storage buildings and enhance the
business. She requested issuance of the Special Use Permit.
Planning Director Hayes asked Ms. Rabon if the statements
and facts presented by the Planning Staff were correct. Ms.
Rabon concurred with the statements and findings as presented.
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Chairman 0' Neal asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in opposition to issuance of the Special Use
Permit. No one commented.
Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to grant the Special Use Permit based on the following
findings of fact and following conclusions: (1) the proposed use
does satisfy the first general requirement; namely, that the use
will not materially endanger the public health or safety if
located where proposed and developed according to the plan as
submi tted and approved; (2) the proposed use does satisfy the
second general requirement; namely, the use meets all required
conditions and specifications; (3) the proposed use does satisfy
the third general requirement; namely, that the use will not
substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property
or that the use is a public necessity; and (4) the proposed use
does satisfy the fourth general requirement; namely, the location
and character of the use if developed according to the plan as
submitted and approved will be in harmony with the area in which
it is to be located and in general conformity with the plan of
development for New Hanover County. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Special Use Permit is contained in SUP Book I,
Page 36.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO
ESTABLISH A 230KV ELECTRIC SUBSTATION ON THE NORTHWEST SIDE OF
U. S. HIGHWAY 17
Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
issuance of a Special Use Permit for construction of a 230KV
electric substation located off of Market Street. The facility
will be constructed according to National Electrical Safety Code
standards with a seven foot chain link fence surrounding the
station. Director Hayes stated the four general requirements
have been met.
Chairman O'Neal requested persons wishing to give testimony
to step forward to be sworn in by the Clerk to the Board. The
following persons were sworn in:
Mr. Stuart L. Egerton
Mr. David Roberts
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present would'like to speak
in favor of or in opposition to issuance of the Special Use
Permit. The following person commented:
Mr. Stuart L. Egerton, representing Carolina Power & Light,
presented a site plan explaining the buffer area and type of
structure to be constructed stating the substation will serve the
Ogden area and northern end of the County. Planning Director
Hayes asked Mr. Egerton if he concurs with the statements as
presented by the Planning Staff. Mr. Egerton stated he concurred
with the statements as presented and requested issuance of the
Special Use Permit.
Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to grant the Special Use Permit based on the following
conclusions and findings of fact: (1) the proposed use does
satisfy the first general requirement; namely, the use will not
materially endanger the public health or safety if located where
proposed and developed according to the plan as submitted and
approved; (2) the proposed use does satisfy the second general
requirement; namely, that the use meets all required conditions
and specifications; (3) the proposed use does satisfy the third
general requirement; namely, the use will not substantially
injure the value of adjoining or abutting property, or that the
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use is a public necessity; and (4) the proposed use does satisfy
the fourth general requirement listed in the Ordinance; namely,
that the location and character of the use if developed according
to the plan as submitted and approved will be in harmony with the
area in which it is to be located and in general conformity with
the plan of development for New Hanover County. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Special Use Permit is contained in SUP Book I,
Page 36.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING APPROXIMATELY 26 ACRES ON THE
SOUTHSIDE OF GORDON ROAD WEST OF THE ABANOONED RAILROAD TO 1-1
INDUSTRIAL FROM R-15 (Z-362)
Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing.
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Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
proposed rezoning stating this is an appealed case with the
Planning Board voting 4-2 to deny the petition. He stated after
considerable discussion about the future use of Gordon Road as a
connector to I-40 and the negative impacts of commercial
driveways required by rezonings, the Planning Board concluded
that the rezoning would open the way to commercial and industrial
encroachment on surrounding residential areas and would set a
precedent for a host of similar requests for larger vacant
tracts; therefore, the petition was denied.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present would like to speak
in favor of the rezoning request. The following person
commented:
Mr. Bobby Harrelson, the petitioner, commented on the
proposed rezoning request stating this land is not suitable for
residential development and presented a proposal which would
allow only one access onto Gordon Road with construction of a
60-foot service road inside of the development. He stated a 50
foot buffer would be provided where residential property abuts
the land to be rezoned. He requested approval of the rezoning
request.
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Chairman 0' Neal asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak in opposition to the rezoning reques.t. No
one commented.
Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
A lengthy discussion was held on the setback line and buffer
area adjacent to residential property. After further discussion,
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to
approve rezoning property located on the souths ide of Gordon Road
to I-1 Industrial from R-15 Residential with this action not
including the property to a depth of 60 feet along the souths ide
of Gordon Road. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 6 AND 8B OF NEW
HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA," is contained in Zoning Book I,
Section 6, Page 45 and Zoning Book II, Section 8B, Page 29.
DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED ZONING FOR CONTROL OF COMMERCIAL TYPES OF
ZONING
Commissioner Barfield requested the Planning Staff to
prepare a form of zoning by special use that will allow
commercial development under various conditions. After further
discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to request the
Planning Staff to prepare a recommendation that will allow
condi tional use zoning for certain types of commercial
development.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ASSIGNMENT OF STREET NUMBERS ON THE
NORTHERN PORTION OF NORTH KERR AVENUE, BAVARIAN LANE, AND
MURRAYVILLE ROAD
Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing.
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Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
assignment of street numbers on Kerr Avenue and Murrayville Road.
Chairman 0' Neal asked if anyone from the general
would like to speak in favor of or in opposition
assignment of street numbers. No one commented.
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to the
Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Retchin to adopt the order assigning street numbers to North Kerr
Avenue, Bavarian Lane, and Murrayville Road. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the order is contained in Exhibit Book XVI, Page
34.
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 meeting of the
Water and Sewer District. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman O'Neal convened from Regular Session at 9:31
o'clock P.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 9:42
o'clock P.M.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Discussion of Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Act
Commissioner Barfield stated Mr. William Hepfinger would
like to make a presentation regarding the impact of the Medicare
Catastrophic Coverage Act on senior citizens and has requested
this item be placed on the agenda for November 21, 1988.
After discussion of the impact of this bill upon some senior
citizens, it was the consensus of the Board to direct the County
Manager to place this item on the agenda for November 21, 1988,
as the first item of business. The Board also requested that a
representative of the Social Services Department and New Hanover
Memorial Hospital be invited to attend.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER
Approval of Two Designated Smoking Areas for the Judicial
Building
County Manager Cooper stated Judge Barefoot has requested
that a designated smoking area be placed on the fourth floor of
the Judicial Building outside of the elevator and in the
breakroom in the Clerk of Court's office. He requested the
Commissioners to approve this recommendation.
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Greer
to accept these areas as designated smoking areas in the Judicial
Building. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Discussion was held on designating smoking areas in other
County Buildings. It was the consensus of the Board to deal with
each variance as requested.
Status Report on Management Review Study for Department of Social
Services
County Manager Cooper stated a positive funding response for
performance of the Management Review Study for the Department of
Social Services will be received from the federal office in
Atlanta by November 15, 1988.
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ADJOURNMENT
Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to adjourn. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman O'Neal adjourned the meeting at 9:55 o'clock P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Clerk to the Board
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