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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-04-21 Regular Meeting l76 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, April 21, 1986, at 9:00 o'clock A.M. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Administration Building, 320 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, North Carolina. Members present were: Commissioners John Dolan; Nolan O'Neal: Claud O'Shields, Jr.: Chairman Jonathan Barfield, Sr.; County Manager, G. Felix Cooper; County Attorney, Robert W. Pope: and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell. .- Vice-Chairman Retchin was absent. Commissioner O'Shields gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner O'Shields asked to be excused from voting on the minutes since he was not present. Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the minutes of April 7, 1986, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin Excused: Commissioner O'Shields NON-AGENDA ITEMS Chairman Barfield asked if anyone from the general public wished to speak on any item not listed on the Regular Agenda or any items listed on the Consent Agenda. The following persons commented: .- Request for Funding - Bellamy Mansion Restoration Mr. Meares Harriss, Jr., appeared before the Commissioners to discuss the Bellamy Mansion restoration funding request of $5,000. He gave background information on the 1985 state appropriation awarded to the Bellmay Mansion Foundation in the amount of $15,000 provided the foundation raised $5,000 of non- state funds with a match from New Hanover County in the same amount. He stated the foundation had raised the $5,000 and requested the match funding of $5,000 from the County. He stressed the importance of immediate action before the end of the State Fiscal Year. Discussion was held on the funding request with no action being taken. Discussion of Street Names in Flemington Mr. Walter Yates commented on the names of streets in Flemington. He expressed concern for the streets being named incorrectly according to the original plat and that no notification of name changes had been received by property owners in Flemington. r Planning Director Hayes stated some of the original names of the streets were duplications of other streets and roads in the County, stating the confusion created by duplicate names for postal and emergency services. He, also, stated notification was forwarded to property owners for any street name changes. A discussion was held on requirements of the General Statutes that govern the County's ability to name streets, and it was the consensus of the Board for the Planning Staff to furnish the Commissioners a copy of the rules and requirements when renaming streets in the County. 17 , MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) APROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA After discussion of Item #11, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve the following Consent Agenda Items. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: I Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin Request Approval of Report of Collector of Revenue through March 31, 1986 The Commissioners approved the Collector of Revenue Report through March 31, 1986. A copy of the report is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 19. Approval of Tax Abatements and Refunds The Commissioners approved a list of tax abatements and refunds as presented by the Tax Administrator. A copy of the list is contained in Exhibit XIV, Page 19. Release of Penalty on Room Occupancy Tax - Jim Fountain Resort Properties, Inc. I The Commissioners approved the recommendation of the Tax Administrator to reduce the late filing penalty for Jim Fountain Resort Properties to $10.75 which represents 50% of the amount of room tax due. Release of Penalty on Room Occupancy Tax - The Five Star The Commissioners approved the recommendation of the Tax Administrator to reduce the late filing penalty to $8.58 which represents 50% of the amount of room tax due. Approval of Fee Schedules for Use by Inspections Services The Commissioners approved new fee schedules for Permits issued by the Inspections Services Department for Plumbing, Building, Heating and Air Conditioning and Electrical inspections. A copy of the new schedule is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 19. Approval of Lease Agreement with Burroughs Finance Corporation for New Computer Equipment - MIS I The Commissioners approved a lease agreement with Burroughs Finance Corporation in the amount of $127,968 to replace computer equipment in order to reduce maintenance cost on worn out computers. Award of Bid for Demolition of Old District Attorney's Building - Property Management The Commissioners awarded the low bidder, to Norris Construction and Landscaping Company in the amount of $13,500 for demolishing the old District Attorney's Building at Third and Market Streets. The Chairman was authorized to execute the contract. l78 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) Award of Bid for Parking Lot Construction at Hugh MacRae Park - Parks and Recreation Department The Commissioners awarded the low bid to Royal State Construction Company in the amount of $7,315 for parking lot construction at Hugh MacRae Park. The Chairman was authorized to execute the contract. ,- Adoption of Resolution Approving Tax Referral as Ordered by the U. S. Bankruptcy Court - Legal Department The Commissioners adopted a resolution approving a tax referral in the amount of $297.52 previously paid to the County for 1979 taxes to be returned to Bankruptcy Trustee Algernon Butler. A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 20. Request Approval of Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Grant Application for Snows Cut Park The Commissioners adopted a Resolution approving a Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Grant Application in the amount of $31,600 for the expansion of Snows Cut Park, allocating $5,280 in funds and $5,273 in-kind services as the County's share for the project. A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 20. Approval of Budget Amendment Request - Pleasure Island Volunteer Rescue Squad ,- The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment for additional funds for insurance payment: 86-00000213 Pleasure Island Volunteer Rescue Squad Appropriated Fund Balance Debit $4,041 Credit Contracted Services $4,041 Approval of Budget Amendment - Health/WIC The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment to budget for increased caseload and all state funds: 86-00000204 Health/WIC WIC Health Grant Debit $7,773 Credit Salaries and Wages Contracted Services Departmental Supplies Capital Outlay - Equipment $ 273 1,500 4,800 1,200 ,- Approval of Budget Amendment - Social Services/Administrative The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment to purchase office equipment and capital outlay equipment items: 86-00000205 Social Services/Administrative Debit Credit DSS Administrative Grant $7,734 Departmental Supplies Capital Outlay - Equipment $4,065 3,669 17 ;:-. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) Approval of Budget Amendment - Social Services The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment for additional funds received from Carolina Power and Light Company project sharing: I 86-00000209 Social Services DSS Administrative Grant Debit $29,413 Credit CP&L Intervention Program Assistance Payments $29,413 Report of Budget Amendment Approved by Budget Officer The following Budget Amendment was approved by the Budget Officer and is reported for entry into the records: 86-00000208 Aging/Transportation Debit Credit Contingencies $1,000 Contracted Services $1,000 Funds for additional transportation expense related to St. Stephen nutrition site. I APPROVAL OF CBA FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS - FISCAL YEAR 1986-87 Ms. Cam McAbee and Ms. Barbara Bray, Chairman of the Community Based Alternatives Task Force, presented CBA funding recommendations for fisca~ year 1986-87. Ms. McAbee stated the state appropriation for New Hanover County for the fiscal year 1986-87 was $129,017 with the proposed distribution as follows: Program Recommended Funding Cape Fear Substance Abuse Crisis line/Open House Program $68,736 Family Services/Travelers Aid Big Buddy 19,111 Family Services/Travelers Aid Therapeutic Social Development 10,892 AKA - Brainstorming 7,403 Child Advocacy - 1. Proj~ct First Stop 14,000 (Project 1st Stop) I 2. Project Re-direct 3. Youth Offender Restitution Wilmington Police Department - Community Youth Crime Prevention Program 8,875 Offender Aid & Restoration - Farm Program -0- Commissioner Dolan asked why no funding was allotted for the Farm Program. 180 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) CBA FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986-87 (CONTINUED) Ms. Bray stated the CBA Task Force did not recommend funding for the Farm Program since the program had not become self- supporting and had not accomplished its set goals. She stated with the reduced state appropriation the CBA Task Force felt the money could be better utilized in other programs. r A lengthy discussion was held the Farm Program and programs designed for restitution. Ms. Polly Grady, Administrative Assistant of OAR, commented on current changes in the Farm Program which would greatly improve the monetary status of the program. After further discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to accept the funding recommendations of the CBA Task Force as presented with review and proposals being submitted on the Farm Program to be presented at a later date. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin MEETING RECESSED FOR 1986 EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW BOARD MEETING Chairman Barfield recessed the meeting from regular session to hold a meeting of the 1986 Equalization and Review Board at 9:45 o'clock A.M. Chairman Barfield reconvened to regular session at 9:55 o'clock A.M. r DENIAL OF LATE LISTING PENALTY - DR. ELSTON SEAL, JR., M. D., - TAX DEPARTMENT Tax Administrator, Roland Register, gave background information on the late listing penalty recommending denial under N. C. General Statute 105-348. Chairman Barfield asked if Dr. Seal or anyone present wished to comment on the penalty. No one commented. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to deny the appeal based on the fact that the County is not required to notify taxpayers to list property. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: V~ce-Chairman Retchin APPROVAL OF FUNDING REQUEST FOR KATIE B. HINES SENIOR CENTER - PLEASURE ISLAND Ms. Marie B. Gialy, Chairman of the Katie B. Hines Senior Center, Inc., Bui lding Fund Committee, appeared before the Commissioners requesting additional funding in the amount of $10,000 for operation of the nutrition site. She stated the funding request was for equipment such as tables, chairs, pots, pan, an ice-make, file cabinet, desk and chair. Ms. Gialy stated the Town Council of Carolina Beach had been approached for an additional $10,000 and also the Town Council of Kure Beach but as of this date, no commitment had been received from ei ther council. r 18 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) FUNDING REQUEST OF KATIE B. HINES SENIOR CENTER (CONTINUED) A discussion was held on the original cost of the building. Ms. Gaily stated $26,000 was needed to complete the building and begin operation of the nutrition site. She stated she felt the Town of Carolina would approve the funding request of $10,000. I After further discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the funding request in the amount of $10,000. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin DISCUSSION OF CHANGING NAME OF DEPARTMENT OF AGING TO SERVICES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS County Manager Cooper requested changing the name of Services for the Aging to Services for Senior Citizens. Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to authorize the County Manager to proceed with the name change. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield I Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin Ms. Gaily, and other senior citizens of Pleasure Island expressed appreciation to the Commissioners for approval of the funding request. BREAK Chairman Barfield recessed the meeting for a break from 10:22 o'clock A.M. to 10:32 o'clock A.M. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ASSIGNMENT OF HOUSE NUMBERS TO PROPERTIES LOCATED ON U. S. HIGHWAY 421, NORTH, SUTTON STEAM PLANT ROAD, FLEMING STREET, SAMPSON STREET, POINT HARBOR ROAD, CLINTON STREET AND FLEMINGTON ROAD Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the assignment of house numbers stating the request was originated by the U. S. Post Office. Chairman Barfield asked if anyone present wished to comment on the assignment of house numbers as presented. The following persons commented expressing concern for the street namings in Flemington: Mr. William Miles Mr. Walter Yates I A discussion was held on the importance of having no duplicatation of street names throughout the County in order to assist emergency response to all areas. After further discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to accept the Planning Board's assignment of house numbers on properties located on U. S. Highway 421, North; Sutton Steam Plant Road; Fleming Street, Sampson Street; Point Harbor Road, Clinton Street; and Flemington Road. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: 182 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21" 1986 (CONTINUED) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ASSIGNMENT OF HOUSE HOMERS (CONTINUED) Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin r 21. A copy of the order is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page ADOPTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO COUNTY CODE - ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY ON COUNTY CIVIL CITATIONS Assistant County Attorney Silliman presented an amendment to the New Hanover County Code allowing the County to collect and retain a $15 administrative penalty for civil citations, parking violations, and other fines that are not paid in a timely order. After discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adopt the proposed amendment to the County Code as presented by the Legal Department. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED WITH A MAJORITY VOTE AS FOLLOWS, but was not adopted due to not receiving a unanimous vote since one Board Member was absent. The ordinance will be placed on the May 5, 1986, agenda for final adoption upon the second reading. Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin ,-- ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO CABLE TELEVISION FRANCHISE REGULATIONS Mr. George Rountree III, Attorney for Vision Cable, presented the proposed amendments to the Cable Television regulations requesting changes in the existing County Ordinance in order to conform to new franchising and regulatory practices in the Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984. After further discussion, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve the proposed amendments as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED WITH A MAJORITY VOTE AS FOLLOWS, but was not adopted due to not receiving a unanimous vote since one Board Member was absent. The ordinance will be placed on the May 5, 1986, agenda for final adoption upon the second reading: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin ADOTPION OF PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF APRIL 20-26, 1986 AS PROFESSIONAL SECRETARIES WEEK Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to adopt a proclamation proclaiming Professional Secretaries Week in New Hanover CountY from April 20-26, 1986. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: r Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin 18 '" MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) PROFESSIONAL SECRETARIES WEEK (CONTINUED) A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 21. MEETING RECESSED FOR WATER & SEWER DISTRICT MEETING Chairman Barfield recessed the meeting from regular session to hold a meeting of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District at 11: 04 o'clock A.M. I Chairman Barfield reconvened to regular session at 11:50 o'clock A.M. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS REAPPOINTMENT OF MS. JEANNETTE BENNET AS EXTRATERRITORIAL MEMBER OF CAROLINA BEACH PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to reappoint Ms. Jeannette Bennet as an Extraterritorial Member of the Carolina Beach Planning and Zoning Commission. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin APPOINTMENT OF MS. PATRICIA B. HUGHES TO SOUTHEASTERN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED O'Shields to appoint Ms. Patricia B. Hughes' to term on the Southeastern Economic Development vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: by Commissioner serve a four-year Commission. Upon I Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin RATIFICATION OF REAPPOINTMENT OF FRANK HICKMAN TO SOUTHEASTERN MENTAL HEALTH, MENTAL RETARDATION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve ratification of reappointment of Mr. Frank Hickman to serve a four-year term expiring March 1, 1990, on the Southeastern Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Board of Directors. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Gommissioner 0" Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield I Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin REAPPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONER JOHN DOLAN TO SERVE ON THE CLEAN COMMUNITY COMMISSION Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to reappoint Commissioner Dolan to serve a one-year term on the Clean Community Commission. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin l84 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DISCUSSSION OF JERRY RAMSEY, DIRECTOR OF CAPE FEAR COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, PERFORMING AN INVESTIGATION OF THE OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT OF OFFENDER AID AND RESTORATION Commissioner Dolan reported the Offender Aid and Restoration Board had requested Jerry Ramsey, Director of Cape Fear Council of Governments, to perform a study and investigation of the management and operation of Offender Aid and Restoration bringing back a report to the OAR Board. He stated Mr. Ramsey had agreed to perform this study if the Commissioners were in favor of the assignment. r A discussion was held on the charge given by the OAR Board to Mr. Ramsey. Commissioner Dolan stated the study would be factual and a report would be presented to the OAR Board. After discussion, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to state the Commissioners have no objections to the study being performed by Mr. Ramsey as requested by the OAR Board. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioenr O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin DISCUSSION OF UPDATE ON PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER PROGRAM AND SECURITY AT THE AIRPORT Commissioner Dolan commented on his request for an update on the Public Safety Officer Program and security at the New Hanover County Airport. He stressed the importance of security at the Airport and the amount of additional funding that might be required for new security measures. r County Manager Cooper stated he would have Airport Manager Shackelford to report on his recent trip to Washington, D.C. regarding security measures. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for these items to be placed on the agenda for the second meeting in May. DISCUSSION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN NEW HANOVER COUNTY, SOUTHEASTERN MENTAL HEALTH MENTAL RETARDATION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE CENTER, AND NEW HANOVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOR DETOXIFICATION FACILITY Chairman Barfield gave background information on the construction of a Detoxification Facility in the sum of $500,000 which would be advanced by New Hanover Memorial Hospital with a reimbursement by the County of $50,000 per year, at no interest, for a period of ten (10) years at which time the agreem~nt would terminate. He stated the $50,000 per year would be shared by New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick Counties. A lengthy discussion was held on written commitments from Pender and Brunswick counties. County Attorney Pope commented on the fact that the agreement was between New Hanover Memorial Hospital, the Southeasten Mental Health Center, and New Hanover County stating no others counties were named in the agreement. r After further discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to authorize the Chairman to execute the agreement between New Hanover County, New Hanover Memorial Hospital, and the Southeastern Mental Health Center only upon execution of an agreement prepared by the County Attorney between New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick counties pro- rating the costs involved. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: 18 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF DETOXIFICATION CENTER (CONTINUED) I Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Voting Noe: Commissioner Dolan Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin DISCUSSION OF FUNDING FOR OFFENDER AID AND RESTORATION BOARD Chairman Barfield commented on funding for OAR for the current budget year. He recommended no funding for this agency for the coming year and suggested salvaging of the Farm Program and Community Service Block Grant funds under other agencies. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for Ms. Cam McAbee to prepare recommendations for the Farm Program and Community Service Block Grant funds as an agenda item for the meeting of May 19, 1986. DISCUSSION OF INCREASING GASOLINE TAX Chairman Barfield commented on the Governor's proposal to raise the gasoline tax and the formula used for distributing this money to the various counties. He recommended approaching the local legislators to see if any reasonable comprise can be made between urban and rural counties in order for New Hanover County to receive more revenue from the additional gasoline tax. I It was the consensus of the Board for this item to be presented to the local legislators at the meeting scheduled for Monday, May 19, 1986, at 7:30 o'clock A.M. in the 2nd Floor Conference Room of the New Hanover County Library. Commissioner O'Shields stated the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners will be holding a meeting on May 22, 1986, at which time the association should be able to present more information on the governor's proposed increase in the gasoline tax and its distribution. After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to schedule a Special Meeting for Monday, April 28, 1986, to discuss items to be presented to the local legislators at the Region 0 Legislative Caucus sponsored by the Cape Fear Council of Governments. DISCUSSION OF UTILIZING THE COMPUTER INFORMATION SERVICE FOR UPDATE OF LEGISLATION PROVIDED BY THE N. C. ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Commissioner O'Shields asked if the County was tied into the Computer Information Service system provided by the N. C. Association of County Commissioners to keep Counties informed on current legislative bills being introduced to the General Assembly. He recommended utilizing this system as quickly as possible. I County Manager Cooper stated all requirements had been initiated and the County would be a member shortly. MEETING SCHEDULED WITH KURE BEACH TOWN COUNCIL FOR DISCUSSION OF DISTRIBUTION OF THE 2% ROOM TAX Chairman Barfield stated Mr. J. Tommy Causby, Mayor of Kure Beach, had requested a meeting with the Board to discuss the distribution of the 2% room tax. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to schedule a meeting with the Kure Beach Town Council on May 6, 1986. L86 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 21, 1986 (CONTINUED) ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF MEETING WITH CHAIRMAN OF CONSOLIDATION CHARTER COMMITTEE Chairman Barfield stated he and County Manager Cooper would be meeting with Mr. Walter L. Baker, Chairman of the Consolidation Charter Committee to work out some misunderstandings about the budget. r Commissioner Dolan commented on the budget presented by the Charter Committee stating it was quite excessive. Chairman Barfield is to report back to the Board after the meeting. ANNOUNCEMENT OF MEETING OF TECHNICAL COORDINATING COMMITTEE County Manager Cooper announced the joint City and County Technical Coordinating Committee would be meeting on April 22, 1986, at 7:30 o'clock A.M. at the Heart of Wilmington to discuss current needs for transportation and how additional revenues can be generated. He encouraged all Commissioners to attend. REQUEST FOR ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COUNTY SEWER USE ORDINANCE Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to adopt the amendments to the County Sewer Use Ordinance. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED WITH A MAJORITY VOTE AS FOLLOWS but was not unanimously adopted since one Board Member was absence. The ordinance will be placed on the May 5, 1986, agenda for final adoption upon the second reading. Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield n Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin AUTHORIZATION FOR COUNTY MANAGER TO WITHDRAW FUNDS - LETTER OF CREDIT - MAC CUMBER TERRACE SUBDIVISION (SECTION 3) Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to authorize the County Manager to withdraw funds in the event that infrastructure imporvements for Mac Cumber Terrace Subdivision (Section 3) are not completed by April 28, 1986. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin ADJOURNMENT Commissioner O'Shields to ad journ the meeting. FOLLOWS: MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Barfield n Absent: Vice-Chairman Retchin P.M. Chairman Barfield adjourned the meeting at 12:55 o'clock Respectfully submitted, ~~~ Lucie F. Smith Clerk