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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-08-19 Regular Meeting II""'"" 956 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETINGr ,AUGUST 19r 1985 ASSEMBLY The New Hanpver County Board of Commissipners met in Regular Session op, Monday, August 19r 1985, at 9:00 o'clock A.M. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover Couny Administration Building, 320 Chestnut Street, Wilmingtonr North Carolina. Members present were: Commissioners John Dolan; Claud 0' Shields, Jr.; Fred Retchin; Chairman Nolan O'Neal; County Manager, G. Felix Cooper; County Attorney Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board Lucie F. Harrell. Vice-Chairman Jonathan Barfield, Sr. was absent due to his recent marriage and honeymoon. I Commissioner O'Shields gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 22, 1985~ as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Shields Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to approve the minutes of the Public Hearing of July 23, 1985, as presented for discussion of the Fire District. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Absent: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Shields Commissioner.- Retchin Chairman O'Neal Vice-Chatrman Barfield I NON-AGENDA ITEMS County Manager Cooper stated he and Commissioner O'Shields would have to be excused from the meeting by 9:18 o'clock A.M. to appear in Court asking if there were any items the Commissioners would like to discuss before he left. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Dolan requested discussion of Item #7 and Item #16 for discussion. He also commenteq ,on Items #17, #19, and #20 questioning if this money had been appropriated for expenditure. County Manager Cooper stated these were encumbered funds that had been carried over to the new budget. Commissioner Dolan commented. o~ Item #7, Animal Control Citation Fee Schedule. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to discuss this item later during the meeting when the Health Director arrived. County Attorney Pope commented on Item #11, requesting approval this itemr ."subject to approval by the Legal Department and the County Mana'ger." Assistant County Attorney, Ken Silliman, commented on Item #10 requesting approval with the completion date of March 1, 1986. I Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve the following Consent Agenda items with exception of Items #7, #10 #11 and #16. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Shields Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield 9 5 ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) CONSENT AGENDA I Approval of Reclassification of Landscaper/Maintenance Mechanic Position - Parks and Recreation Department The Commissioners approved the reclassification of the Landscaper/Maintenance Mechanic position in the Parks and Recreation Department from Range 63 to Range 62. Approval of Report of Collector of Revenue through July 31, 1985. The Commissioners approved the Collector of Revenue Report through June 30, 1985. 22. A copy of the report is contained in Exhibit Book XIII, Page Approval of Tax Abatements and Refunds - The Commissioners approved a list of tax abatements and refunds as recommended by Tax Administrator who advises these types of releases have been approved in the past. 22. A copy of the list is contained in Exhibit Book XIII, Page Approval of 1984 Tax Collection Settlement and Charges for 1985 Levy I The Commissioners approved the Collector of Revenue's Settlement for the 1984 tax levy and reappointed Patricia J. Raynor as Collector of Revenue charged with the 1985 tax levy. Approval of Request for Refund of Penalties on Privilege License - Dixie Marine & Auto Trim The .Commissioners approved - a -refund. of penal ties on Privilege License to Dixie Marine and Auto Trim in the amount of $59.35 as recommended by the Tax Administrator. Approval of CBA Funding Distribution and Budget Amendment The Commissioners approved CBA funding distribution to fund Agencies for Programs as recommended by the CBA Task Force authorizing the Chairman to execute the program agreement forms. They also approv~d the following Budget Amendment: 86-00000029 Various Debit Credit Finance: CBA Grants $22,555 Therapeutic & Big Buddy - CBA Contribution to Outside Agencies $12,332 I Youth Help, Inc. - CBA Contribution to Outside Agencies $ 3,950 Wilmington Police Department - CBA Contributions to Outside Agencies 609 OAR: Contributions to Other Agencies 5,664 Additional $22,555 of CBA allotted to New Hanover County for Fiscal Year 1985-86. 958 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) Approval for Destruction of Records - Tax Department The Commissioners authorized destruction of several boxes of tax records. A lists of the records to be destroyed is on file in the Clerk's office. ,.- l Approval for Position Reallocations - Social Services Department The Commissioners approved the following position reclassifications for the Social Services Department: PRESENT CLASSIFICATION/ PAY GRADE RECOMMENDED CLASSIFICATION/ PAY GRADE Three Typist III positions Pay Grade 56 Word Processor III Pay Grade 56 Typist III Pay Grade 56 Word Processor IV Pay Grade 59 Data Entry Operator II Pay Grade 56 Date Entry Supervisor IV Pay Grade 59 Social Worker I Pay Grade 63 Social Worker II Pay Grade 66 Acceptance of Grant Award from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development - Human Relations Department r I The Commissioners accepted a grant award in the amount of $7,500 from HUD and authorized the Chairman to execute the Cooperative Agreement for Type I Fair Housing Assistance Program. Acceptance of Grant Award from ACTION for RSVP The Commissioners approved acceptance of a grant award from ACTION for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program in the amount of $5,000 in addition to the $38,566 grant award approved on July 17, 1985. Approval of Rejection of Bid for 1985 K-Blazer or K-Jimmy - Sheriff's Department The Commissioners approved rejection of a bid from V. o. Chevrolet in Burgaw and authorized the return of bid deposit. Award of Bid for Auto Analyzer - Sun Electric Corporation Garage The Commissioners awarded a bid for an auto analyzer to Sun Electric Corporation in the amount of $16,629 for use at the New Hanover County Garage. A copy of the bid tabulation and resolution are contained in Exhibit Book XIII, Page 23. ,- I I APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 116, REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AWARD OF CONTRACT BID AND BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR EXPANSION OF PARKING CAPABILITIES AT THE STEAM PLANT - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Commissioner Dolan expressed concern for the enlargement of the parking facility requesting an explanation. f-- 9 5 ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 116 (CONTINUED) Commi s s io.ner 0' S.hie lds stated he had suggested to Engineering Director Hilton that employee parking be moved to the back side of the building leaving the employee parking area for visitors in order to clean up the sides where the ash removal dump and pit are located. He stated it was only a suggestion. I Engineering Director Hilton commented on the expansion stressing the need for vehicles to maneuver easily through the road pattern.. .He stated the increase was due to expansion of the parking area. After discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to award the contract bid for the expansion with Prime Constructors, Inc. in the amount of $10,520 authorizing the Chairman to execute the documents with approval of the following Budget Amendment: 86-00000020 - Steam Plant Operating Fund Capital Outlay - Equipment Other Improvements Debit $10,520 Credit $10,520 A copy of the contract is on file in the County Manager's office. Approval of Budget Amendment for Various County Departments I The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendments to transfer funds to rebudget for purchase orders still outstanding at end of June to be paid in F/Y 85/86: 86-00000023 Various Debit Credit County Commissioners: Appropriated Fund Balance $ 92,809 Parks. ~ Recreation: 3-Way Neighbor Access Ways Grant 9,547 Management Information Systems: Departmental Supplies $ 8,346 Emergency Services: Capital Outlay - Equipment Telephone 5,500 500 Planning: frofessional Services $8,055 Agriculture & Extension: Capital Outlay - Equipment 675 I DSS - Administration: Capital Outlay - Equipment Departmental Supplies 42,349 738 Department of Aging - Senior Center: Departmental Supplies Capital Outlay - Equipment 645 294 Department of Aging: Nutrition - Congregate 1,082 Library: Capital Outlay - Equipment Contracted Services 13,238 1,000 960 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA. (CONTINUED) Approval.of Budget Amendments - Various Departments (continued) ; t 1 . .' Parks. & Recreation: M & R - Buildings & Grounds Other Improvements 650 10,814 Museum: Professional Services Capital Outlay - Equipment Contracted Services 400 1,436 4,010 I Clerk of Superior Court: Capital Outlay - Equipment 2,620 Approval of Budget Amendment - Library The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment for receipt of grant funds to be used to upgrade the Library's basic collection: 86-00000027 Library Debit Credit Library Enrichment Grant r LSCA Title I Supplies $16,105 $16,105 _ . ) r; 1 t ':".. Approval of Budget Amendment - Steam Plant The 'Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment to transfer funds to rebudget for purchase orders still outstanding at end of June to be paid in FlY 85/86: r 86-00000025 Steam Plant Appropriated Fund Balance M & R - Equipment Debit $14,341 Credtt $14,341 Approval of Budget Amendment - Landfill The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment to transfer funds to rebudget for purchase orders still outstanding at the end of June to be paid in FlY 85/86: 86-00000024 Landfill Appropriated Fund Balance Contracted Services Professional Services Debit $7,500 Credit $ 750 6,750 Approval of Proclamation to proclaim School and School Bus Driver Appreciation Week The Commissioners proclaimed the week of September 3-6, 1985 as School and School Bus Driver Appreciation Week. r A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book XIII, Page 23. \ - 96 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER PROGRAM - AIRPORT Commissioner O'Shields expressed concern for problems that could occur with personnel at the Airport when implementing the Public Safety Officer Program. He questioned present personnel having to reapply for positions and problems that could develop from this transition. I Commissioner Dolan stated existing employees would not have to reapply for positions. He stated they would be required to receive additional training in order to become certified. Airport Manager Shackelford stated the only position that would have to be advertised was a Lieutenant's position which would be the lead law enforcement officer stating that no employee in the Aircrash Division was qualified to fill this position. He stated if an employee did not desire to attend school or receive training, every effort would be made to place him in another position with the County or possibly with an outside agency. I After a lengthy discussion of funding, it was the consensus of the Board to table this item until the September 3, 1985, regularly scheduled meeting with a statement being prepared by the Personnel Department and Legal Department establishing procedures to be followed if an employee does not desire to attend school for add~tional training. WITHDRAWAL OF ITEMS 7 AND 8 FROM REGULAR AGENDA County Manager Cooper stated that Sheriff McQueen had requested withdrawal of Item #7, Request for Secretary Position, Uniform Patrol Division; and Item #8, Request for three 911 Telecommun,icator positions, stating he was trying to work out the fund~ng and woul~ place these items on the agenda at a later date if necessary. It was the consensus of the Board to withdraw these items from the Regular Agenda as requested. COMMISSIONER O'SHIELDS AND COUNTY MANAGER COOPER EXCUSED FROM MEETING Commissioner O'Shields and County Manager Cooper were excused from the meetin~ at 9:41 o'clock A.M. to attend court. PRESENTATION OF PLANS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER AT PLEASURE ISLAND Ms. Marie Gialy, Chairman of the Senior Center Building Committee for Pleasure Island, presented plans and figures for the construction of a Senior Citizens Center on Pleasure Island. She emphasized the need for this center as a nutrition site and place for fellqwship arid other activities stating the number of senior ci tizems had increased considerably on the, island. " After a 'discussion ~f present funding in the amount of $29,497.80, . $'12,000 from 'the State; $10,000 from Carolina Beach; $3,000 from .the Fire'Department; and $3,497.80 from fund rasing projects by volunteer senior citizens, she requested consideration of the Board in supporting a funding request. I After discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to table this item until the September 3, 1985, regularly scheduled meeting with a recommendation from the County Manager as to funding and receipt of a funding requ~st from the Senior Center Building Committee. Chairman O'Neal, on behalf of the Board, expressed appreciation to Ms.' Gaialy and the senior citizens present for attending the meeting and presenting their plans. , - ~62 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) BREAK Chairman O'Neal recessed the meeting for a break from 9: 55 o'clock A.M. to 10:01 A.M. I '- " APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM '7, ANIMAL CONTROL CITATION. FEE SCHEDULE - HEALTH DEPARTMENT Commissioner ,Dolan expressed concern for the amount of fines imposed to.persons owning dogs who norma~~y keep them fenced in but on occasion get free. . r-'" Mr. Robe,rt Parker, Director of the Health Department, explained the Animal Control Citation ~ee stressing the importance of control. County Attorney Pope stated the County Ordinance provided that if two or more violations occur within one year the owner redemption fee shall be paid according to the current fee schedule adopted by the Board of Health. After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Comm~s~io,per Dolan to approve the Animal Control Citation Fee Schedule as presented by the Board of ~ealth. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED A~ F,OLLOWS: Voting Aye: Co~issioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Cha;irman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields APPROVAL OF REF,UND OF PENALTIES ON PRIVILEGE LICENSE - COLLINS MERCANTILE COMPANY, INC. (PEDDLER WITH TWO VEHICLES) - TAX DEPARTMENT Mr. William Collins, _ representing Collins Mercantile Company, Inc., commented on the penalty stating he had been in business since 1968 and no privilege license was required until 1978. He stated upon receipt of notice in 1984 to purchase a Privilege License, he immediately forwarded the application to the Tax Departm~nt and upon reciept. of the. application, he received a statement from the Tax Department for penalties since 1978 in the amount of $1,120. He stated he contacted his corporate lawyer.with advice given to pay $50 for the year 1984 based on the fact he received no notification of having to obtain a prvilege license for prior years. He reque~ted consideration of the Commissione~s to abate the privileg~ license penalties. r I I Ms. P~t -. ~aynor, Tax Collector, stated the original County Ordinance requiring a privilege license was adopted in 1978 with an advertisement being placed in the newspaper at that time. She gave background information on the revised ordinance in 1984 stating it was unfortunate that Mr. Collins' business was not on a listing obtained 'from the City to give notice to people in this circumstance. She stated the penalties were excessive and recommended the penalty be reduced to a maximum of 50% of the amount of the license fee per year which is according to state guidelines. After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to reduce.the penalty for Collins Inc. to $170 as recomended by the Tax. C9llector. 'upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: I I l _ I: :J r - " Voting Aye: Commis~ioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields 9 6 ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF REFUND OF PENALTIES ON PRIVILEGE LICENSE - COLLINS MERCANTILE COMANY, INC. (CONTINUED) I Commissioner Retchin recommended amending the current ordinance to com form with .State guidelines in assessing penalties stating this policy is much more equitable than the current ~ethod used by the County. County Attorney Pope recommended an introduction of this amendment to the present ordinance at this meeting for final approval at the next meeting. After further discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to amend the current ordinance to establish a cap on the penalty of not more than 50% of the license fee in any given year. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR WRITE OFF OF CURRENT DEBT DUE TO EXCESS WATER USE AT FLEMINGTON AND TO ESTABLISH A POLICY FOR BILLING RESIDENTS FOR USAGE OF WATER OVER 12,000 GALLONS Engineering Director Hilton requested a w~ite off of current debt in the amount of $1,721.21 Eor excess water use by Flemington residents and requested approval of a policy for billing residents for usage over 12,000 gallons and a service disconnect for residents who fail to keep bills current. I After further discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to write off the current debt in the amount of $1,721.31 and establish a policy of billing for excess water use by Flemington residents with a disconect for customers not paying their bills. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman ~arfield Commissioner O'Shields ADOPTION OF ORDER RENAMING MAGNOLIA DRIVE TO SETTLER'S LANE Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the request to rename Magnolia Drive to Settler's Lane in order. to eliminate duplication of streets. Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to comment on the street renaming. No one commented. ." -\: I", I Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to adopt the order renaming Magnolia D!~ve to Settler's Lane as requested by the Planning Department. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields A copy of the order is contained in Exhibit Book XIII, Page 23. 964 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) APPEAL FOR ISSUANCE OF PERMIT FOR USE OF 3-WHEEL VEHICLES ON MASONBORO ISLAND Mr. James E. Roesch appeared be'fore the Commissioners requesting issuance of a permit to use a Honda 3-wheeler on Masonboro Island .for fishing purposes. He stated he had been fishing on. the island for the past 18 years and was very cogni zant of. .the importance of preserving the dunes, turtle hatchlings'and natural resources of the island. He expressed concern for restr~cting fishermen requesting issuance of permits for use of 3-wheeler vehicles during the fishing season. ,.- I i I Chairman O'Neal. asked if anyone present wished to speak on the issue. - The following persons expressed concern for -the preservation of Masonboro Island as an estuarine sanctuary in its natural state requesting that the ordinance remain as written permitting no vehicles on Masonboro Island. Ms. Cathy Meyer Mr. Bill Raney Ms. Edith Friedburg Mr. Leonard McDowell Mr. Dennis Barber Mr. Tom Provenzano Mr. Adr-ian Hurs-t Ms. Edith Fitzpatrick Ms. Ellie Stewart After a lengthy discussion of the importance of preserving the natural state o~ this island and the importance of the money being alloted by the State for it to become an estuarine sanctuary, Chairman O'Neal thanked all persons present for expressing their views. No action was taken on this issue. ,..... I I , BREAK Chairman O'Neal recessed the meeting for a break from 11:45 o'clock A.M. to 12~00 nOon. , -- DISCUSSION OF SOLUTION TO LENGTHY EVENING MEETINGS Commissioner Retchin commented on the length of evening meetings suggesting these meetings start at 5:00 o'clock P.M. to discuss and take action on items that do not require Public Hearings with a break for dinner around 6:00 P.M. with the holding of Public Hearings at 7:00 P.M. He also commented on the possibility of a third meeting each month in order to hold down the length of evening meetings. Chairman O'Neal recommended discussing this issue when all Commissioners are present. After discussion, it- was the consensus of the Board to place this item on the Septemer 3, 1985, agenda. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS APPOINTMENT OF ROBERT BRENT TOPLIN TO PLANNING COMMISSION Chairman O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to appoint Mr. Robert -Brent Toplin to the Planning Commission for a 3-year term expiring July 31, 1988. Mr. Toplin is filling a vacancy created by Dr. Sabella not accepting reappointment. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: r-- I l _ "') Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields APPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM E. ROYALS TO CBA TASK FORCE Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to appoint Mr. William E. Royals to serve the unexpired term of I, I I 96: MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) APPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM E. ROYALS TO CBA TASK FORCE (CONTINUED) Ms. Barbara Burton, on the CBA TAskForce expiring December 31, 1986. Upon,vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields REAPPOINTMENT OF MIMI CUNNINGHAM, . GORDA SINGLETARY, IDA COOPER AND APPOINTMENT OF LLOYD ROHLER TO LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to reappoint Ms. Mimi Cunningham, Ms. Gorda Singletary, and Ms. Ida Cooper to serve three-year terms on the Library Board expiring August 31, 1988; and to appoint Mr. Lloyd Roller to serve a 3-year term expiring August 31, 1988. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner 0'Shields POSTPONEMENT OF APPOINTMENTS TO OAR It was the consensus of the Board to postpone appointments to the Offender and Restoration Board until Commissioner Barfield was present. APPROVAL. OF CONSJ;:NT AGENDA ITEM '10, SYNTHESIS, INC. DESIGN CONTRACT - ADDITIONS TO NEW HANOVER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve the Synthesis, Inc. Design Contract for architectural services for additions to the New Hanover County Health Department with insertion of a completion date of March 1, 1986. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED. AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absept: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM '11, WATER AND SEWER SERVICES CONTRACT WITH CITY OF WILMINGTON - INDUSTRIAL AIRPARK Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to approve a contract between New Hanover County and the City of Wilmington for 'water and sewer services to the,Indus~rial Airpark subject to the review of the County Manager and County Attorney. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner. Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields MEETING RECESSED FOR A MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Chairman O'Neal recessed the me~ting for a New Hanover County Water & Sewer District Meeting at 12:21 o'clock P.M. Chairman O'Neal reconvened the meeting to regular session at 12:25 o'clock P.M. 966 ; MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF AUGUST 19, '1985 (CONTINUED) ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Dolan presented the following Conflict of Interest Ordinance for New Hanover County. He MOVED to introduce this as an ordinance, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin.for the first reading subject to review and approval by the County Attorney. Conflict of IntereSt Ordinance r-" I Every member of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners who has ownership or other beneficial interest in real property within the zoning, water and/or sewer jurisdiction of New Hanover County, or who ha~ any legal, equitable, or other beneficial interest in any business, firm or corporation which has, or is attempting to secure the award of any bid, contract or other business from New Hanover County shall disclose said ownership' or beneficial interest to the 'Board of Commissioners and shall disqualify himself from voting on any matter involving such beneficial interest which comes before the Board for official action. l _ Any memper who violates the provisions of this ordinance shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and may be fined not more than $1,000 and imprisoned for not more than one year or both. Any member of, the Board convicted of a violation of any provision of this ordinance shall forfeit his elected or appointed office and such office shall be considered vacant as of the final judgment of conviction. The floor was opened for discussion. Commissioner Retchin asked if this ordinance included acting as an consultant and ta~ing consultant fees. Commissioner Dolan stated he felt. the section covering benefical interest would address this point. ,... I After further discussion, Commissioner Retchin suggested turning this verbiage bver to the County Attorney and perhaps he could combine portions of this ordinance with the City of Wilmington's ordinance drawing up a proposed ordinance for New Hanover County. It was the consehstis'or the Board to place the proposed ordinance on the September '3,' 1985, agenda for adoption. SCHEDULING OF JOINT MEETING WITH AIRPORT COMMISSION AND MEMBERS OF THE AVIATION TASK FORCE OF THE CHAMBER OF 'COMMERCE Commissioner Dolan requested scheduling a,joint meeting with the Airport Commission for a formal presentation by the Aviation Task Force.af the Cliamber of Commerce. He emphasized the importance of listening and discussing important issues for informational purposes before taking action on any subject. After discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to invite the Airport Commission, County Manager,' and Airport Manager to hear a formal presentation by the Aviation Task Force of the Chamber of Commerce and to discuss the direction of the Airport. This item is to be placed on the September 3, 1985, Agenda. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: r i , - Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields' DISCUSSION OF CPR CAPABILITIES FOR SHERIFF DEPUTIES Commissioner Retchin commented on the possibi Ii ty of all Sheriff Deputies having CPR capabilities requesting investigation of the cost involved for the training. I I I .9 6 ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR'MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF CPR CAPABILITIES FOR SHERIFF DEPUTIES (CONTINUED) After discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to request the County Manager to work with the Sheriff's Department, and Emergency'Medical Services Department to investigate the idea of requiring all deputies to qualify for CPR training bringing back a recommendation to the Board. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield Commissioner O'Shields DISCUSSION OF SCHEDULING A WORK SESSION FOR DISCUSSING HOSPITAL REORGANIZATION Chairman O'Neal updated the Commissioners on obtaining persons to speak on the subject of restructuring the hospital. He stated he had contacted the Institute of Government and new data was being published daily. He recommended the possibility of the CommissIoners going to the Institute of Government for a work session. Commissioner Retchin stressed the importance of discussing this issue as sooh as possible. . I ::. After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for Chairman O'Neal to schedule a work session with competent people in the hospital field. BREAK Chairman O'Neal recessed the meeting for a break from 12:59 o'clock P.M. to l:03 o'clock P.M. ARRIVAL OF COMMISSIONER O'SHIELDS Commissioner 0' Shields returned to the meeting after being dismissed from court at 1:04 o'clock P.M. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - GANG NAIL PROJECT - DAVID SIMS CONTRACT Engineering Director Hilton gave background information on the contract for design of the steam line extension between W. R. Grace and Gang Nail. He recommended approval of the contract contingent upon approval of both Gang Nail and W. R. Grace. Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to approve the contract between New Hanover County and David Sims, P.E. Consulting Engineer, for design of the pipe line extension in the amount of $7,500 subject to approval of Gang Nail and W. R. Grace. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION FOR WINTER PARK OPTIMIST SOUTH LEAGUE ALL STARS AND COACHES Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to approve a resolution for the Winter Park Optimist South League All Stars and their coaches. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: 968 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 19, 1985 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION FOR WINTER PARK OPTIMIST SOUTH LEAGUE ALL STARS AND COACHES (CONTINUED) . Vot-ing Aye:. Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Shields Commissioner Retchin Chairman 0' Neal .. Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield r I I I l A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XIII, Page 24. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to ad journ the meeting.. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Shields Commissioner Retchin Chairman O'Neal Absent: Vice-Chairman Barfield I Chairman O'Neal adjourned the meeting at 1:15 o'clock P.M. ~e ectfully submitted, 'd~' L ie F. Harrell Clerk ,- , L " . r I I .l-..,-J