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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-11-07 Regular Meeting ~ 312 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 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: I 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. ..... I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 (CONTINUED) 313 ~ 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. , 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. ~ 3 :k4urEs OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 ( CONTINUED) 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. [l 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: [l 89-0072 Aging/I & R Case Management Hotline Debit Credit Hotline Grant $12,000 'r. Salaries FICA Insurance and Bonds Automobile Expense Postage Printing Telephone Departmental Supplies Professional Services $ 9,255 696 71 289 225 214 900 200 150 , i., r 1 " I' I I: f t :1: :1 ;f J11 :~ l 'r I' .1 I' ~ Purpose: To set up budget for the Information and Referral Case Management Hotline Grant in the Department of Aging. o 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 \~ I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 ( CONTINUED) 315 ., 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 ~ 315J:NUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 ( CONTINUED) 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 o 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 n 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. 1 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 ~ I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 (CONTINUED) "~' 1.;']. .'<', ' i-. '." :. '~.." ", concern for the reason being purely speculative and another regulation being applied when developing commercially. opposed property 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. ~ 31~ES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 (CONTINUED) 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. Ll 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. n 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: [J 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. \ ~ I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 ( CONTINUED) 319 ", 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 ~ 3 dt~s OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 (CONTINUED) 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. u 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. n 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. [J 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. \ ~ I I I MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 ( CONTINUED) 321 ,., 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. public 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. ~ 3 2 ~NUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1988 ( CONTINUED) 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, ~F~r~~ Clerk to the Board o n II \ ~