1989-07-24 Regular Meeting
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JULY 24, 1989
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, July 24, 1989, at 8:00 A.M. in the General
Assembly Room of the New Hanover Courthouse, 24 North Third
Street, Wilmington, North Carolina.
Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr.;
W. Albert Corbett, Jr.; E. L. Mathews, Jr.; Vice-Chairman Nolan
O'Neal; Chairman Fred Retchin; County Manager, G. Felix Cooper;
County Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F.
Harrell.
Chairman Retchin called the meeting to order
Special Executive Session has been requested to
personnel matter.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Vice-Chairman O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews
to convene to Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Retchin convened to Executive Session at 8:11
o'clock A.M.
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman O'Neal
to reconvene to Regular Session. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Retchin reconvened to Regular Session at 9:30
o'clock A.M.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Director of Finance, Andrew J.
invocation.
Atkinson,
gave
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Commissioner Mathews led the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
Announcement of County Manager's Retirement
Chairman Retchin stated the County Manager, G. Felix Cooper,
has announced that he intends to retire effective November 1,
1990. In order for the Commissioners to have sufficient time to
find a replacement, the Commissioners will initiate a search
today, and at such time when a replacement is found and employed,
Felix Cooper will step down as County Manager and continue his
employment in a capacity in keeping with his ability and
capabilities.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Retchin asked if anyone from the general public
would like to speak on an item not listed on the Regular Agenda
or an item listed on the Consent Agenda. No one commented
POSTPONEMENT OF ITEM 7, PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING 11.2
ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST SIDE OF MARKET STREET
SOUTH OF PORTER'S NECK ROAD TO B-2 BUSINESS FROM R-15 RESIDENTIAL
(Z-378)
Chairman Retchin stated the petitioner has requested
postponement of this item until August 7, 1989.
Consensus: It was the consensus of the Board to postpone this
Public Hearing as requested by the petitioner.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by
Barfield to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Commissioner
Upon vote,
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CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Interlocal Agreement With the City of Wilmington
First Responder Service
The Commissioners approved an inter local agreement with the
Ci ty of Wilmington for provision of rescue and first responder
service in medical emergencies by the Wilmington Fire Department.
Acceptance of HUn Type 1 Grant - Human Relations Department
The Commissioners accepted the HUD Type 1 Grant for the
Human Relations Department in the amount of $6,900 authorizing
the Chairman to execute the grant documents.
Authorization for Health Department to Apply for Funding from the
State Division of Health Services for the Breast Cancer
Prevention Program
The Commissioners authorized the Health Department to file a
grant application in the amount of $3,390 for funding from the
State Division of Health Services for the Breast Cancer
Prevention Program.
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Acceptance of Tax Collection Reports through June
The Commissioners accepted the following
Reports as submitted by the Collector of Revenue
through June 30, 1989:
30, 1989
Tax Collection
for collections
New Hanover County Tax Collections
New Hanover County Fire District Tax Collections
Copies of the report are contained in Exhibit Book XVII,
Page 22.
Approval of Abatements and Refunds
The Commissioners approved the list of tax abatements and
refunds as submitted by the Tax Administrator.
A copy of the list is contained in Exhibit Book XVII, Page
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Approval of Budget Amendment #90-0004 - Non-Departmental/OUtside
Agencies - Kure Beach
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
90-0004 Non-Departmental/OUtside Agencies - Kure Beach
Debit
Credit
Non-Departmental
contingencies
$20,690
outside Agencies
Kure Beach
$20,690
Purpose: To transfer Kure Beach contribution from Room Occupancy
Tax Fund to General Fund so funds can be used for lifeguards.
Report of Budget Amendment #90-0008 for Entry Into Record -
Non-Departmental/OUtside Agencies - Wilmington police Department
The following Budget Amendment was reported for entry into
the minutes:
90-0008 Non-Departmental/Outside Agencies
Debit
Credit
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Non-Departmental
Contingencies
$48,500
Outside Agencies/Public Safety
Wilmington police Department
$48,500
Purpose: To budget transfer to Wilmington police Department to
fund school crossing guards working within the City limits. This
action was approved by the County Commissioners on July 10, 1989.
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Approval of Budget Amendment #90-0009 - Water & Sewer
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
90-0009 Water & Sewer
Debit
Credit
Water & Sewer
Appropriated Fund Balance
$95,981
Water & Sewer/Finance
Revolving Loan $95,981
Purpose: To budget funds for FY/1989-90 portion of plumbing
rehabilitation assistance program.
Approval of Budget Amendment - Social Services/Day Care
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
90-0010 Social Services/Day Care
Debit
Credit
Dependent Care Grant
$1,584
Professional Services
Departmental Supplies
Travel
Capital Outlay
$ 300
300
149
835
Purpose: To budget last three months of Day Care Grant (grant
will end September 30, 1989).
Approval of Budget Amendment #90-0011 - Outside Agencies
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment:
90-0011
Outside Agencies - Flow Thru Grants/Committee of 100
Debit
Credit
Outside Agencies/Flow Thru Grants
Walmart Grant
$2,000
Flow Thru Grants
Committee of 100
$2,000
Purpose: To budget Walmart's contribution to Committee of 100.
Refer to memo in Exhibit Book XVII, Page 22.
Approval of Funds to Purchase Flag Pole for New Hanover County
Flag to be Flown on the South Lawn of the N. C. State Capital
Grounds During Official Functions
The Commissioners approved a donation of $50 to the Wake
County Veterans Council for purchase of a flag pole and
anticipated maintenance for the New Hanover County flag to be
flown on the south lawn of the N. C. State Capital Grounds during
official functions.
Adoption of Resolution to Add a Road to the State Secondary Road
System
The Commissioners adopted a resolution requesting the
Department of Transportation to add Spargo Place in Millbrook
Subdivision (Division File #662-N) to the State Secondary Road
System.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XVII,
Page 22.
Waiver of Landfill Tip Fee for Goodwill Industries
The Commissioners approved a request by Goodwill Industries
to waive tip fees at the Landfill.
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AOOPTION OF RESOLUTION INTRODUCING A BOND ORDER AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF $5,000,000 PARKS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES BONDS OF
THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to adopt a resolution introducing a bond order
authorizing the issuance of $5,000,000 parks and recreational
facilities bonds calling for publication of notice that a Public
Hearing will be held on the 7th day of August 1989, at 7:30 P.M.,
in the General Assembly Room of the New Hanover County
Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, n
with a request for the Finance Officer to file a statement
setting forth the debt incurred or to be incurred, the appraised
value of property subject to taxation by the County, and the net
debt of the County. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XVII,
Page 22.
APPROVAL OF OFFER BY WILMINGTON HOUSING FINANCE & DEVELOPMENT ,
INC. FOR USE OF FUNDS IN TARGET AREAS OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY
Planning Director, Dexter Hayes, stated Wilmington Housing
Finance & Development, Inc. has received a grant of $40,000 from
the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency for energy improvements
and has offered use of the funds and services for improvements to
substandard homes occupied by lower income families.
Motion: Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
0' Neal to accept the offer as presented by Wilmington Housing
Finance & Development Inc. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
REQUEST TO SCHEDULE SPECIAL USE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING ON AUGUST
21, 1989 AGENDA
Planning Director Hayes requested placing a Public Hearing
to consider issuing a Special Use Permit for location of a mobile n
home on Highway 117 on the Regular Agenda of August 21, 1989, due
to the individual not being informed that the Special Use Permit \_
has expired.
Consensus: It was the consensus of the Board to place this item
on the August 21, 1989, Regular Agenda as requested by the
Planning Director.
APPROVAL FOR CHANGE IN TERM OF OFFICE FOR THE HUMAN SERVICES
ALLOCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Budget Officer, Cam McAbee, stated the Human Services
Allocation Advisory Committee had made the following requests:
1. Increase the number of citizen representatives
on the Human Services Allocation Advisory
Committee by 2.
2. Change the term of office for a replacement to
a full three-year term.
Budget Officer, Cam McAbee, recommended an amendment to the
term of office; however, did not feel the number of members
serving on the committee should be increased.
Motion: After discussion, Vice-Chairman O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED 1
by Commissioner Corbett to amend the replacement terms on the
Human Services Allocation Advisory Committee to three-year terms. ~
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ACTION DEFERRED ON DISCUSSION OF STATEWIDE 911 SERVICE
County Manager Cooper stated the General Assembly has passed
a bill that will allow counties with 911 service to recoup
certain portions of the cost by placing an extra charge on
individuals telephone bills. He requested the Commissioners to
decide if they want to impose a fee on telephone bills stating
individuals will be charged $2.55 per year allowing the County to
recoup $150,000 per year.
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County Attorney Pope stated the Attorney General's office
has taken this bill under advisement and will inform counties of
procedures to be followed before imposing the fee.
Motion: Vice-Chairman 0' Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to table this issue until the first meeting in August at
which time the County Attorney will present procedures on
implementation of the telephone charge.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
APPOINTMENT OF FRIES SHAFFNER TO SERVE ON THE CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY
COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Chairman Retchin stated one position is vacant on the Cape
Fear Community College Board of Trustees and that Mr. Will Kirk
is eligible for reappointment to this position.
Commissioner Corbett nominated Fries Shaffner stressing the
importance of filling the vacancy with a person dedicated to
strengthening the trades and skills curricula for persons not
seeking an academic career.
Commissioner Barfield nominated Gaylord Allen stressing the
importance of filling the vacancy with a person well qualified in
in business skills.
Commissioner 0' Neal nominated Tish Brissette commenting on
her background in the both the educational and business fields.
Motion: Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to appoint Mr. Fries Shaffner to serve a four-year term
on the Cape Fear Community College Board of Trustees. The term
will expire on June 30, 1993.
Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett
Commissioner Mathews
Vice-Chairman O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Voting Nay: Commissioner Barfield
APPOINTMENT OF JACK BRAGG TO SERVE ON THE PARKS & RECREATION
ADVISORY BOARD
Chairman Retchin stated Ms. Ann Cululi is moving out of town
and cannot accept her appointment to the Parks & Recreation
Advisory Board; therefore, one vacancy needs to be filled. He
requested nominations from the Commissioners.
Vice-Chairman O'Neal nominated Jack Bragg.
Commissioner Barfield stressed the importance of placing a
female representative on the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
and nominated Liz Unger.
There being no further nominations,
declared the nominations closed.
Chairman Retchin
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to appoint Liz Unger to serve a three-year term on the
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board. Upon vote, the MOTION DID NOT
CARRY AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Corbett
Voting Nay: Commissioner Mathews
Vice-Chairman O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Motion: Vice-Chairman 0' Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Mathews to appoint Jack Bragg to serve a three-year term on the
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Parks & Recreation Advisory Board. The term will expire June 30,
1992. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Voting Aye: Commissioner Mathews
Vice-Chairman O'Neal
Chairman Retchin
Voting Nay: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Corbett
REAPPOINTMENT OF PAUL FOSTER AND MICHAEL JORDAN TO SERVE ON THE
NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
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Motion: After discussion of Michael Jordan being aware that he
must represent all neighborhoods throughout the County,
Vice-Chairman O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Mathews to
reappoint Paul Foster and Michael Jordan to serve three-year
terms on the New Hanover County Planning Commission. The terms
will expire July 31, 1992. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
APPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM E. SISSON, JR. AND CLARENCE FREDLAW, SR.
TO SERVE ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Motion: Vice-Chairman 0' Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to appoint William E. Sission, Jr. to fill an unexpired
term on the Planning Commission with an expiration date of July
31, 1992, and to appoint Clarence Fredlaw, Jr. to fill an
unexpired term on the Planning Commission with an expiration date
of July 31, 1991. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Reminder of Reception for New School Superintendent
Chairman Retchin reminded the Commissioners of the reception
to be held for the new Superintendent of Schools, Dr. McNeel, on n.
Tuesday, June 25, 1989, at 4:30 P.M., on the porch of the New
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Work Session Scheduled with Maximus, Inc.
Consensus: After discussion of touring the DSS facility and a
need to review recommendations presented by Maximus, Inc. in the
final report of the DSS Management Study, it was the consensus of
the Board to schedule a Work Session with Maximus, on Monday,
August 14, 1989, at 7: 30 P.M. in the Multipurpose Room of the
Department of Social Services Building, 1650 Greenfield Street,
Wilmington, North Carolina.
Approval of Funding Request by the Winter Park Optimist Club
Chairman Retchin stated the Winter Park Optimist Club has
requested funding in the amount of $500 to assist with sponsoring
the Little League Bambino Tournament Conference Championship in
Wilmington. The City of Wilmington has purchased 20 family
passes at $25 each with distribution of the passes to
disadvantaged families who desire to attend the tournament. He
stated sponsoring the event is an economic benefit to the
community and recommended approving the funding request.
Commissioner Corbett expressed concern for setting a
precedent when approving funding requests of this type stating he n
is not opposed to sponsoring the tournament; however, caution
must taken before deciding on certain funding requests.
Motion: Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by commissioner
Corbett to approve funding in the amount of $500 to the Winter
Park Optimist Club. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Discussion of LEAPS Meeting
Commissioner Corbett commented on attending a LEAPS meeting
at the Community College located in Whiteville, North Carolina,
where Catawba County representatives presented a program called
"Foresight". He stated the Catawba County Board of Commissioners
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appointed a committee consisting of 20 members to study and focus
on improving economic growth and the quality of life in Catawba
County.
'Commissioner Corbett stated the LEAPS group in New Hanover
County is studying issues such as education and transportation
and will develop a plan for our County.
Chairman Retchin expressed appreciation to Commissioner
Corbett for his involvement in this group.
Vice-Chairman to Attend Hospital Legislative Workshop in
Williamsburg, Virginia
Vice-Chairman O'Neal stated he will be attending a Hospital
Legislative Workshop in Williamsburg, Virginia, to discuss
legislative issues and their impact on public hospitals.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER
Discussion of Air Quality Permit for Expansion of the Steam Plant
County Manager Cooper stated Dr. Stanton Peters and he plan
to meet with Mr. William Cobey, Jr., Secretary of the Department
of Natural Resources and Community Development, to discuss
approval of the Air Quality permit. He requested that one
Commissioner attend this meeting on ;'July 26, 1989, at 4:00 P.M.
in Mr. Cobey's office located at 512 North Salisbury Street,
Raleigh, North Carolina.
Consensus: It was the consensus of the Board to request the
Chairman to attend the meeting.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY ATTORNEY
Adoption of Resolution Authorizing Filing of Application with
Local Government Commission for Approval of Financing Agreement
for Purchase of the Department of Social Services Building
County Attorney Pope presented a resolution authorizing
filing of an application to the Local Government Commission for
approval of the financing agreement for purchase of the DSS
Building.
Motion: Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
O'Neal to adopt the resolution as presented by the County
Attorney. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XVII,
Page 22.
Request for Special Meeting to be Called for Approval of DSS
Building Purchase Agreement
County Attorney Pope stated a Special Meeting will have to
be called before August 7, 1989, for approval of the purchase
agreement to buy the Department of Social Services Building. He
stated as soon the necessary documents are available, a Special
Meeting will be called.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner
O'Neal to adjourn.
Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Retchin adjourned the meeting at 10:30 o'clock A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Clerk to the Board
NOTE:
SPECIAL MEETING OF AUGUST 4, 1989 BEGINGS ON PAGE 600.
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