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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-04-03 Regular Meeting 447 " MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, April 3, 1989, at 7:30 o'clock P.M. in the General Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Wilmington, North Carolina. I Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr.; W. Albert Corbett, Jr.; E. L. Mathews, Jr.; Vice-Chairman, Nolan O'Neal; County Manager, G. Felix Cooper; County Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell. Chairman Fred Retchin arrived at 8:05 o'clock P.M. due to a flight delay. Vice-Chairman O'Neal called the meeting to order. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Reverend E. J. George gave the invocation. Boy Scouts, John Staton, Reid Staton, and Chuck Stricker led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 13, 1989, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: I Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Mathews Vice-Chairman O'Neal Absent: Chairman Retchin NON-AGENDA ITEMS Vice-Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present would like to speak on an item not listed on the Regular Agenda or an i tern listed on the Consent Agenda. The following issues were discussed: Removal of Item #14, Authorization for Possible Condemnation of Properties for the Phase II Interceptor, From the Regular Agenda County Engineer, Wyatt Blanchard, requested that Item #14 be removed from the Regular Agenda since no action is necessary at this time. It was the consensus of the Board to remove Item #14 as requested. I Discussion of Consent Agenda Item #7 Mr. Charles Hall requested the Commissioners to delay award of the low bid to Carolina Communications for Phase 3 of Hugh MacRae Athletic Field Complex. He expressed concern for the state licensing of the company. commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to remove Item #7 from the Consent Agenda as requested and discuss this item later in the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Mathews Vice-Chairman O'Neal ~ 4.48' MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 ( CONTINUED) Absent: Chairman Retchin APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to approve the Consent Agenda as presented with removal of Item #7. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Mathews Vice-Chairman O'Neal Absent: Chairman Retchin o CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Budget Amendment #89-0216 Agricultural Extension The Commissioners approved Budget Amendment #89-0216 for Agricultural Extension Agency as follows: 89-0216 Agricultural Extension Debit Credit Non-Departmental Contingencies $1,275 Agricultural Extension Telephone Expense $1,275 Purpose: telephone reimburse system. To adjust Agricultural Extension Agency's budget to cover repair bill. Insurance did not entire amount of repair when lightning struck the Commissioners approved the following for the Department of Social Services: Budget [J Approval Services The Amendment of Budget Amendment #89-0218 - Department of Social 89-0218 Department of Social Services/Administration Debit Credit Governing Body Appropriated Fund Balance $52,500 DSS/Administration Contracted Services $52,500 Purpose: To budget funds for the DSS Management Study. Approval of Budget Amendment #89-0219 - Health Department The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment for the Health Department: 89-0219 Health Department/Home Health Debit Credit Professional Services Contract Services Copying Expense Departmental Supplies Dues $65,000 7,500 2,000 23,500 2,000 r ~ j Home Health Fees - Medicare $100,000 Purpose: Increase in Home Health visits increased revenue. Approval of Budget Amendment #89-0220 - Garage The commissioners approved the following Amendment for the Garage: Budget ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) 449 " 89-0220 Garage Debit Credit Garage Charges $40,000 Purchases for Inventory $40,000 Purpose: To budget for additional funds needed for April through June, 1989 repairs. I Approval of Budget Amendment #89-0222 - Department of Social Services The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment for the Department of Social Services: 89-0222 Department of Social Services/Administration Debit Credit Other $327 Capital Outlay - Equipment $327 Purpose: Insurance replacement for stolen microwave oven. Adoption of Resolution For Addition to State Maintained Secondary Road System The Commissioners adopted a Resolution for the addition of the following road to the State Maintained Secondary Road System: Racine Drive (Division File #616-N) A copy of the Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XVII, Page 8. I DISCUSSION OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM #7, AWARD OF BID TO CAROLINA COMMUNICATIONS FOR PHASE 3, HUGH MACRAE ATHLETIC FIELD COMPLEX Mr. George Hall stated Carolina Communications does not have the required state license to perform the work presented in the bid document. He requested delay in awarding the bid until the State Board has investigated the company's license. County Attorney Pope stated this matter is between the State of North Carolina and Carolina Communications, not New Hanover County. He stated the bid process has been followed according to the general statutes; therefore, the Commissioners can award the low bid if they so desire. After further discussion, Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to award the low bid to Carolina Communications based upon the County Attorney's remarks and to authorize the Chairman to execute the contract. Upon vote, AS FOLLOWS: I Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Mathews Vice-Chairman O'Neal Absent: Chairman Retchin PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER MODIFICATION OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT #114 (ISSUED JULY 1974) FOR ESTABLISHING A MEMBERSHIP SPORTS AND RECREATION CLUB ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF ALEX TRASK DRIVE (S-298, MODIFICATION OF S-114) Vice-Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing. Planning Director, Dexter Hayes, stated the petition is to modify the conditions of the original permit issued in July 1974 by establishing a membership sports and recreation j 45'0 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) club. In this case, the activities will be confined to gymnastics. Vice-Chairman 0' Neal requested anyone present wishing to give testimony to step forward to be sworn in by the Clerk to the Board. The following persons were sworn in: Reverend C. W. Woodall Gary Eldridge Nadya Tarigati Vice-Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present would like 0- to speak in opposition to modification of the Special Use Permit. The following person commented: Reverend C. W. Woodall expressed concern for loud music during church services. He asked if the new owner would be serving alcoholic beverages? Planning Director Hayes stated the petitioner has not requested any type of food or beverage use. Ms. Nadya Tarigati, representing the petitioner, stated the building is being used for gymnastics classes serving preschool children from 2-5 and 4-16 years of age. She stated classes are not held on Sundays, no alcoholic beverages are served, and no loud music is played. Ms. Tarigati respectfully requested approval of the modification to the Special Use Permit. Planning Director Hayes presented the following findings of fact stating the proposed use does meet the four general requirements as follows: 1. The proposed use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located as proposed and approved because: a. The proposed use will be located in an existing facility where previous well and septic tank permits have been issued. LJ b. The site is located in the Wrightsboro Volunteer Fire Department District. c. Access is directly available to Alex Trask Drive, although existing site does require the use of local residential streets. 2. The proposed use does meet all required conditions and specifications as follows: a. Membership sports and permitted by special use R-20 Residential District. zoned R-20. recreation clubs are permit conferment in the The subject property is b. There are no specific ordinance requirements specified for this use, although the Commissioners do have the discretion to apply any conditions deemed necessary to make the use compatible with the area and in the best interest of the County. r c. Adequate area is off-street parking. available to accommodate "--.J 3. The proposed use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property as follows: a. The proposed use would be located in an existing facility. b. There is no documented evidence that this building is the cause of any decline in surrounding property ~ " I I \ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) ~ 45'1 values. c. All classes will be conducted on the inside of the building, thus minimizing any noise associated with the use. --I /, 4. 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 is in general conformity with the plan of development for New Hanover County as follows: a. The proposed use will be located in a pre-existing building. No new construction expansions are planned. Planning Director Hayes asked Ms. Tarigati if she agreed with the statements and findings as presented. Ms. Tarigati stated she concurred with the findings as listed. Vice-Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to grant the modification to the Special Use Permit based on evidence presented which meets the four general requirements subject to the following conditions: 1. No alcoholic beverage can be served. 2. The Gym cannot be operated on Sundays before 12:00 noon. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: I Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Corbett Commissioner Mathews Vice-Chairman O'Neal Absent: Chairman Retchin A copy of the modification to the Special Use Permit is contained in SUP Book I, Page 37. ARRIVAL OF CHAIRMAN FRED RETCHIN Vice-Chairman O'Neal announced Retchin has arrived and recessed the from 8:05 o'clock P.M. to 8:15 o'clock that Chairman Fred meeting from a break P.M. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING APPROXIMATELY TEN ( 10) ACRES ON THE EAST SIDE OF U. S. HIGHWAY 421 SOUTH, (1,600 FEET SOUTH OF MONKEY JUNCTION) TO B-2 BUSINESS FROM R-15 RESIDENTIAL (Z-371) Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing. Dr. William Harris, Chairman of the Planning Board, presented background information on the rezoning request stating the Planning Board recommended approval citing compliance with commercial location policies of the Land Use Plan. , Chairman Retchin asked if anyone present would like to speak in favor of or in opposition to the rezoning request. No one commented. Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Corbett to approve rezoning approximately 10 acres on the east side of U. S. Highway 421 South, 1600 feet south of Monkey Junction, to B-2 Business from R-15 Residential. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ~ 452 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 4 OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTED APRIL 7, 1971," is contained in Zoning Ordinance Book I, Section 4, Page 27. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A SERIES OF TEXT AMENDMENTS CREATING CONDITIONAL USE ZONING DISTRICTS IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing. Dr. William Harris, Chairman stated the Planning Board did not conditional uses zoning and disadvantages: of the Planning Board, support the concept of listed the following (\ l! ".~..,. 1. Administrative - As the inventory of conditional district designations grows, local enforcement and review officials will be expected to assume greater responsibilities. The number of public hearings for zoning questions will obviously increase. This may mean staffing levels would have to be bolstered to handle the additional workload. Costs are not known. 2. Constitutionally/Legality - Although there is legal precedent to support conditional use zoning, there is also ample legal evidence to indicate that the zoning system will continue to be closely scrutinized by the courts. Obviously, the same can be said for conventional general use district, but as a rule, that system has demonstrated to be an acceptable legal way to conduct land use control. Conditional use approaches have not been tested in court as rigorously to establish any legal certainty. 3. Arbitrariness/Unpredictability - The development of a land use control system that is based on negotiation and compromise lead to decisions that are unpredictable and n arbitrary. This problem is personified in the absence of performance standards. \.__ 4. Contractual - Contract zoning is illegal in North Carolina. Since the definition of "contract" is still unclear, at least in the minds of some of the justices, local governments will have to be extra careful when negotiating approval of a conditional use district. It is believed by the courts that as long as the local government does not enter into a bilateral contract and make reciprocal promises, then no contract zoning has occurred. The great concern is being able to discern when such approval remains completely unilateral. 5. Effectiveness - Long term benefits are questionable when a great percentage of properties has obtained conditional use zoning and each is limited to its non-unique set of regulations. Financing may be difficult to obtain if the property is approved for a singular business operation. Discussion was held on the advantages of conditional use zoning, particularly assuring certainty of land use and flexibili ty which can allow a use incompatible with surrounding land to become more compatible by the imposition of additional performance standards. r 't j Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public would like to speak to this issue. The following person commented: Mr. William C. Howard, Jr., a resident of Samsara Estates, complimented Staff Planner, Pete Avery, for an excellent job in preparing the series of Text Amendments. He emphasized the advantages of conditional use zoning and the importance of thoroughly understanding its advantages and disadvantages. He recommended establishment of an Ad ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) 453 .., Hoc Committee to study the issue and prepare a report to be presented to the Commissioners within six months. Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing. I After further discussion, Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to authorize the Planning Board to establish an Ad Hoc Commi ttee cons~isting of one member of the Planning Board, one member of the Planning Staff, the County Attorney, Mr. William C. Howard, Jr. and other interested citizens to perform a study on the proposed Text Amendments with a report and recommendation being presented to the Board of Commissioners within six (6) months. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ASSIGNING HOUSE NUMBERS ON PARMELE AND SONDEY ROADS IN THE CASTLE HAYNE COMMUNITY Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing. Staff Planner, Sam Burgess, presented background information on the house number assignments stating the purpose of the systematic numbering system is for the convenience of the general public and to assist emergency and safety vehicles in responding to calls. Chairman Retchin asked if anyone present would like to speak on the proposed house number assignments. No one commented. Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman O'Neal to adopt an order assigning and/or reassigning house numbers on Parmele and Sondey Roads in the Castle Hayne community. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 1 A copy of the order is contained in Exhibit Book XVII, Page 8. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER RENAMING CROSSOVER ROAD (SR 1323) TO MUTUAL ROAD, LOCATED BETWEEN BLUE CLAY ROAD TO THE WEST AND NORTH KERR AVENUE TO THE EAST (SN-46) Chairman Retchin opened the Public Hearing. Planning Director Hayes stated Crossover Road is a duplication of a road name within the City of Wilmington; therefore, the renaming of the road to Mutual Road has been recommended. Chairman Retchin asked if anyone present would like to speak on the proposed road renaming. No one commented Chairman Retchin closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to adopt an order renaming the road to Mutual Road subj ect to approval by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. .1 A copy of the order is contained in Exhibit Book XVII, Page 8. APPEAL BY MR. CHARLES FANDL TO OVERTURN THE TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE'S DECISION TO DENY A THREE LOT SUBDIVISION ON OLD MYRTLE. GROVE ROAD Mr. Charles Fandl commented the 30 foot easement serving as access to his property located on Old Myrtle Grove Road. He stated the Technical Review Committee denied his request for division of the 2.3 acre parcel into three lots due to an access requirement. He requested a variance from the County's ordinance which requires bringing the access road up to minimum County or State standards when serving three or more lots. ~ 454 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) Planning Director Hayes stated three units exist on his p~operty with a request to add an additional unit; therefore, he would be in violation of the Section 65 under the Zoning Ordinance since the number of units would exceed three. He recommended that the Commissioners overturn the Planning Board's denial of the request with Mr. Fandl appearing before the Zoning Board of Adjustment for a variance of the Zoning Ordinance. Discussion was held on the option recommended by the Technical Review Committee to plat and dedicate the 30 foot easement as a private right-of-way with attendant road improvements. I~ I : "'-- --' Mr. Fandal stated he was not presented at the Technical Review certainly consider this route. aware of Committee the and option would After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to overturn the Technical Review Committee's decision and recommend that Mr. Fandal apply for the road dedication. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF EASEMENT DEDICATION AS REQUESTED BY JERRY POWELL Mr. Jerry Powell requested authorization to dedicate a five foot easement in order to waive the dry sewer requirement for a proposed minor subdivision. County Engineer Blanchard recommended that Mr. Powell be required to dedicate a five foot easement on the edge of Tract 2 or Tract 3 that would be dedicated to Tract 1 for the purpose of sewer use. The owner of Tract 1 would be requ'ired to run a four inch line to the Sewer District's main line. He stated if Tract 1 is sold the new owner should be informed of this requirement. commissioner Barfield recommended recording this requirement in the deed when transferred. r-> I l..J After further discussion, Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to approve the exemption to the dry sewer requirement and authorize dedication of a five foot easement as recommended by the County Engineer. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. AWARD OF LOW BID TO J&P UTILITIES AND APPROVAL OF BUDGET AMENDMENT i89-0234 FOR PAVING OF PARKING LOT AT THE CORNER OF THIRD AND MARKET STREETS Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton, stated the parking lot improvement plan is currently being reviewed by the City's Transportation Office subject to final approval by the Wilmington Historic District. He stated informal bids were received as follows: 1. $40,464.80 - the low bid which is not acceptable due to contractor not being properly licensed. 2. $48,727.50 - J&P Utilities 3. $52,155.00 - the high bid Director Hilton stated after investigating removal of the wall by the Parks & Recreation Department, he would like to request approval of an additional $7,500 for removal of the wall by J&P Utili ties. He stated the County does not have equipment nor personnel capable of performing this task. r- I I , /' Director Hilton commented on two remaining concerns: (1) provision of a drainage structure; and (2) removal of a power pole. He requested award of the bid to J&P Utilities in the amount of $48,727.50 plus an additional $7,500 for removal of the wall. <, ""- MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) . 5" >45 After discussion of landscaping and fencing of the parking lot, it was the consensus of the Board to continue upgrading and improving the lot with placement of a wrought iron fence when funds become available. I After further discussion, Commissioner Mathews MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman 0' Neal to award the bid to J&P Utilities in the amount of $48,727.50 plus an additional $7,500 for removal of the wall with authorization for the County Manager to execute the necessary documents subject to approval by the County Attorney. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 89-0234 Courthouse - Phase III Debit Credit Courthouse - Phase III Operating Transfer In (from General Fund) Transfer In - (fr. Courthouse/ Phase II) $60,028 13,711 Parking Lot Contingency $48,728 25,011 County Commissioners Appropriated Fund Balance $35,028 Parks and Recreation Other/Improvements 25,000 I Transfer to Other Funds (to Courthouse Phase III) Transfer to Courthouse/Phase III 60,028 Courthouse - Phase II Contingency 13,711 Transfer to Other Fund 13,711 Purpose: To budget funds for paving parking lot at Third and Market Streets ($25,000 budgeted in Parks & Recreation FY 1989-90 Budget for the project, balance of the expense from Fund Balance and funds in the Courthouse III capital proj ect. ) MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A SPECIAL SESSION OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman O'Neal to convene from Regular Session to hold a meeting of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Retchin convened from Regular Session at 9:30 o'clock P.M. I Commissioner Corbett MOVED, o I Neal to reconvene to Regular MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Session. Upon vote, the Chairman Retchin reconvened to Regular Session at 9:32 o'clock P.M. ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Report on Meeting of Program Area Committee for the Community Development Block Grant Application in the Wrightsboro Community Commissioner Barfield expressed appreciation to the Planning Staff for an excellent presentation of the Community Development Block Grant Program stating the ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) 456 citizens actively participated in discussing housing rehabilitation. He commented on homes with no inside plumbing and stressed the importance of receiving funds to remedy these living conditions. Scheduling of Drug Forums Commissioner Corbett recommended sCheduling three Drug Forums as follows: May 2, May 9 , May 16, 1989 1989 1989 7:30 P.M. 7:30 P.M. 7:30 P.M. Boy's Club Williston Middle School Hoggard High School o It was the consensus of the Board to schedule the Drug Forums as presented with a Public Service Announcement being forwarded to the news media and neighborhood churches. Amendment of Membership for Ad Hoc Day Care Committee and Appointment of James O. Mott, Carol Barclay, and Paul Laird to Serve on the Ad Hoc Day Care Task Force. Commissioner Corbett stated in categorizing members appointed to the Ad Hoc Day Care Program an additional member at-large position is needed. He also requested appointment of two (2) community leaders and an alternate member. Vice-Chairman 0 I Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to amend the membership of the committee to three (3) at-large members and appoint Mr. James O. Mott and Carol Barclay to serve in the category of Community Leaders with appointment of Paul Laid as an alternate member. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Adoption of Resolution to Classify Middle Sound as OUtstanding Resource Water Vice-Chairman O'Neal requested adoption of a resolution requesting the N. C. Environmental Management Commission to declare Middle Sound as Outstanding Resource Water separate from any consideration of Topsail Sound in Pender County. o Chairman Retchin MOVED, Mathews to adopt the resolution the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. SECONDED by as presented. Commissioner Upon vote, A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XVII, Page 8. I I I' I Discussion of Naming Access Road to New Airport Terminal Commissioner Mathews read from an article published in the newspaper on July 18, 1988, under political notes which stated the New Hanover County Airport Commission voted to request the N. C. Transportation Board to consider naming the new access road to the Airport, John M. Dolan Boulevard. He asked if the Airport Commission has an application for naming the access road. County Manager Cooper stated he was not aware of this request stating he thought the road would be named Gardner Boulevard. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for Commissioner Mathews to discuss the matter with the Airport Commission. [J Discussion of Problems Being Incurred With Installation of Sewer a t Green Meadows, Long Leaf Acres, and Windemere Subdivisions Commissioner Mathews expressed concern for conditions that have developed on Green Meadows Road and Athens Lane with installation of the sewer system. He asked if some form of relief can be given these citizens. '\" MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989 (CONTINUED) . 457 ., County Engineer, Wyatt Blanchard, stated soils in these areas have high water tables which have created severe drainage problems. He stated the contractor has been contacted on numerous occasions and has agreed to complete the project as quickly as possible which should alleviate some of the problems. I After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to request the County Engineer to bring back a recommendation that will provide some form of relief for citizens living in these neighborhoods. EXECUTIVE SESSION Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman O'Neal to convene from Regular Session to Executive Session to discuss land acquisition. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Retchin convened from Regular Session at 9:58 o'clock P.M. commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman O'Neal to reconvene to Regular Session. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Retchin convened to Regular Session at 10:21 o'clock P.M. I ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL TO PURCHASE SITE LOCATED ON SOUTH COLLEGE ROAD FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE MID-SOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to accept the proposal submitted in Executive Session for purchase of a lot on South College Road for construction of the Mid-South Branch Library. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Corbet t to adj ourn. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Retchin adjourned the meeting at 10:20 o'clock P.M. Respectfully submitted cEF~::~ Clerk to the Board I ~