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1986-08-18 Regular Meeting 26' MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, August 18, 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. I Members present were: Commissioners John Dolan; Nolan O'Neal; Claud 0' Shields, Jr.; Vice-Chairman Fred Retchin; Chairman Jonathan Barfield~- Sr.; County Manager~ G. Felix Cooper; County Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Harrell. Reverend James Waters, Pastor of St. Mark's Catholic Church, gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the minutes as presented of the Regular Meeting of July 22, 1986, and Special Meeting of August 5, 1986, and to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 4, 1986, with a correction on the time of the Public Hearing for consideration of levying the additional 1% Room Occupancy Tax from 7:00 o'clock P.M. to 9:00 o'clock A.M. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Vice-Chairman Retchin requested endorsement of a resolution presented by the Department of Social Services as a companion resolution with the proposed resolution on Consent Agenda Item #14. I County Manager Cooper stated an item for acceptance of an offer for easement had been placed on the Water and Sewer District Agenda instead of the Consent Agenda. He requested removal of, this item from the Water and Sewer District Agenda. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to remove Item #5 from the Water & Sewer Agenda and accept offer of sale in the amount of $5,000 for an easement on the Euphelia Johnson property for the Airport Terminal Project. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. After further discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to approve the following Consent Agenda items to include the companion resolution presented by Vice-Chairman Retchin. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Report of Collector of Revenue through July 31, 1986 The Commissioners approved the Collector of Revenue Report through July 31, 1986. A copy of the report is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 36. I 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 ~ist is contained in Exhib~t Book XlVi Page 36. Request Reclassification and Salary Upgrade of Katie Beckett Medicaid Waiver Program Coordinator The Commissioners approved the reclassification of Public Health Nurse I to Public Health Nurse II to upgrade the salary of the Katie Beckett Medicaid Waiver Program Coordinator. This is a reimbursable program provided through Medicaid. No county funds are needed for this salary upgrade. 268 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING" AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) Approval of Lease Agreements with Eastern Metro.Express The Commissioners authorized the-Chairman to execute a Lease Agreement between New Hanover County and Eastern Metro Express providing the old Air Virginia space with the proviso that Eastern provide one ticket counter position to Piedmont Airlines for baggage service operations. - Acceptance of State Airport Grant for Terminal Building Design Development The Commissioners adopted a resolution for acceptance of the State Airport Grant in the amount of $205,412 for Terminal Building Design Development and AIP-04: Terminal Building Construction Documents. A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 36. Acceptance of Amendment to State Grant - AIP-O 3 - Site Grading and Utilities Construction - Airport The Commissioners approved an amendment to the State Airport Grant - AIP-03 Project increasing the grant amount from $63,554 to $ 2 5 2 , 06 4. Acceptance of Institute of Museum Services Grant The Commissioners approved acceptance of an IMS Museum Grant in the amount of $33,780"for Fiscal Year 1986-87 for general operating support. The funds will be used for salaries and FICA as follows: 110-614-6140-1000 110-614-6140-2100 Salaries and Wages FICA $31,526 2,254 Approval of Application for State Aid to Public Libraries The Commissioners approved an application for State Aid to Public Libraries to supplement local funds for services. Approval of Request to Allow Salvation Army to Dispose of Material at the Landfill at No Charge The Commissioners approved the request by the Salvation Army to dispose of material at the landfill at no charge. Adoption of Resolution and Approval of Agreement for Participation in the Supplemental Retirement Income Plan of North Carolina The Commissioners adopted a Resolution authorizing the Chairman to execute an agreement with the State to allow -County employees to participate in the Supplemental Retirement Income Plan. A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 37. Approval of Request to Refund the Town of Wrightsville Beach for Beach Renourishment Project The Commissioners approved a request to refund the Town of Wrightsville Beach $68,720 for funds spent on the recent Beach Renourishment Project representing 46% of the room occupancy taxes available as of March 1, 1986. 26! MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) Approval of Construction of Maintenance Building and Installation of Irrigation System and Well for the Arboretum - Agricultural Extension Service I The Commissioners approved construction of a maintenance building and installation of an irrigation .system, to include a well for use in the development of the Arboretum. The cost to the County will be on-going utility expenses for the building and the increased electrical current to maintain the pump. Adoption of Resolution for Annual Certification of Volunteer Firemen The Commissioners approved the certification roster of the Winter Park Volunteer Fire Department for qualification to the N. C. Firemen's Pension Fund. A copy of the roster is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 37. Adoption of Resolutions In Support of Recommendations of the Cape Fear Council of Governments in order to Achieve Greater State and Local Control Over Nursing and Domiciliary Homes The Commissioners adopted a resolution to achieve greater state and local control over nursing and domiciliaray homes, and endorsed a companion resolution presented by the Department of Social Services to be forwarded to the state legislators. I Copies of the resolutions are contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 38. Report of Disposal of Personal Property for Entry in the Record The Finance Director submitted a report in accordance with GS 16 OA- 26 6 (c) detailing disposal of personal property as follows to be entered into the record. Item Disposed Sold/Donated To Estimated Value Sold For Spivey's Enterprises N/A $73.87 N/A -0- Scrap MetC!-l 1980 Aspen SN NL416AF20289 A.B. Dick' Copier SN 1378 Horton Iron & Metal Gray & Creech, Inc. *Traded for toner & paper worth $209.40 Budget Amendment Reported for Entry Into Record The following Budget Amendment was approved at the July 22, 1986, meeting and is being reported for entry into the record: 87-00000012 Aging/Nutrition - Congregate I Contingencies Debit $13,500 Credit Contracted Services Contracted Services Funds are for meals and transportation Stephens meal participants. $9,500 4,000 for former St. Adoption of proclamation to proclaim World Literacy Day The Commissioners adopted a proclamation proclaiming Monday, September 8, 1986, as WORLD LITERACY DAY in New Hanover County. A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 38. 270 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST l8g 1986 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) Approval of Release of Penalties on Various Room Occupancy Tax Accounts The Commissioners approved the release of penalties charged the following persons for late fjling of Room Occupancy Tax Reports: Taxpayer Month Amount Coastal Carolina Properties 10/84, 11/84, 12/84 1/85 $2,113.59 Hotel Murphy 11/83, 12/83, 1/84 9,681.53 Murchison House 3/85 70.00 Sand Castle Inn 3/84 70.00 Sand Stepp M9tel 5/86 366.51 Acceptance of the 1985 Tax Collection Settlement and Charges for 1986 Levy The Commissioners approved acceptance of the 1985 Tax Collection Settlement from the Collector of Revenue and reappointed Pat Raynor as Collector of Revenue for 1986, charging her with the 1986 tax levy. A copy of the 1985 Tax Collection Settlement and Charges for 1986 Levy are contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 39. STATUS REPORT BY HOWARD NEEDLES 'TAMMEN & BERGENDOFF ON AIRPORT TERMINAL PROJECT Mr. Robert Richards, P.E. Associate, HNTB, commented on the status of the Airport Terminal poject stating the project was on schedule and bids received were below the projected costs. He introduced Mr. Steve Reiss, HNTB Project Manager, to explain in detail the progress of the project. Mr. Reiss gave background information on the construction schedule stating the project was on schedule. He stated the bids recei ved for the first construction phase of the pro'ject were approximately $300,000 to $400,000 below the budgeted figure for the contract.' He gave further informati~n on the contracts to be let for ~ids s~ressing the importance of state and ~ederal funding. He stated bids for portions of the terminal building would be advertised in October or November of this year. After a period of questions and answers, Chairman Barfield expressed appreciation to HNTB for an excellent presentation. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION TO CONSIDER LEVYING ADDITIONAL ONE PERCENT ROOM OCCUPANCY TAX Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to open the Public Hearing. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Barfield opened the Public Hearing and asked if anyone present wished to speak on levying of the additional one percent (l%) Room Occupancy Tax. No one commented. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to close the Public Hearing. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Barfield closed the Public Hearing. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to adopt a resolution for levying of the additional one percent (1%) Room Occupancy tax effective October 1, 1986. .~pon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the resolution is contained in' E'xhibi t Book XIV, Page 39. 27' " MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) I PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER RENAMING A PORTION OF LAKE PARK BOULEVARD TO FORT FISHER BOULEVARD NORTH, LOCATED FROM ALABAMA AVENUE SOUTH TO THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF KURE BEACH Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the request to rename a portion of Lake Park Boulevard to Fort Fisher Boulevard, North. He stated the Planning Staff recommended denial due to: (1) a recent change of address for citizens in this area approximately two years ago; and (2) the possible annexation of this area by Carolina Beach or Kure Beach which would require another change of address. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to open the Public Hearing. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Barfield opened the Public Hearing. Chairman Barfield asked if anyone present wished to speak in favor of this request. The following person commented: Mr. Charles Alloe, Kure Beach Town Commissioner, gave background information on the origin of the street name. He expressed concern for the road having two separate names requesting renaming a portion of Lake Park Boulevard to Fort Fisher Boulevard North, located from Alabama Avenue South to the Corporate limits of Kure Beach. He commented on the difficulty of emergency vehicles locating residents within this area with the present street names. Chairman Barfield asked if anyone present wished to speak in opposi tion to thi s street renaming. The following persons commented expressing concern for another address change: I Ms. Nora McMillian Ms. Gladys Dennis After a lengthy discussion of emergency calls and the possible annexation of this area by Carolina Beach or Kure Beach, Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to deny the street renaming request. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ASSIGNMENT OF HOUSE NUMBERS TO PROPERTIES ALONG CAROLNA BEACH ROAD (U. S. HIGHWAY 421) FROM MYRTLE GROVE/CAROLINA BEACH ROAD INTERSECTION SOUTH TO SNOWS CUT BRIDGE Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the assignment of house numbers in this area stressing the importance of accurate identification of developed property in order to provide emergency services. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to open the Public Hearing. Chairman Barfield opened the Public Hearing. I Chairman Barfield asked if anyone present wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to the assignment of house numbers. No one commented. Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to close the Public Hearing. Chairman Barfield closed the Public Hearing. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to approve the assignment of house numbers as presented by the Planning Staff. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the order is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 39. 272 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF RENEWAL OF FRANCHISE FOR VISION CABLE OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC. UPON THE FIRST READING Mr. George Rountree, Attorney representing Vision Cable of North Carolina, Inc., gave background information on the request and presented changes which had been approved by County Attorney Pope. He requested approval of renewing the franchise with the recommended changes. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve renewal of the franchise with the recommended changes upon the first reading with final adoption of the ordinance renewing the franchise upon the second reading on September 2, 1986. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL FOR FORMAL APPLICATION TO THE WILDLIFE RESOURCES COMM.ISSION FOR NO WAKE ZONES - TOWN OF WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH AND DOLPHIN BAY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Mr. George Rother, the petitioner for establishment of a "No Wake Zone" in the Dolphin Bay area, commented on the safety hazard to residents and children while using the floating docks with boats speeding by. Mr. Joe Moore, a resident of Dolphin Bay, expressed concern for the safety_of persons using the boat slips requesting support of the "No Wake Zone" request. Commissioner O'Shields expressed concern inconvenience to boaters for placement of too many Zones" along the waterway. for "No the Wake After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to authorize publication of the Public Notice and adopt resolutions for establishment of the "No Wake Zones" in the areas presented with execution of the resolution and application by the Chairman to be forwarded to the Wildlife Resources Commission within the 10-day period required by the General Statutes. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Mr. Wilbur Bryant commented on the manner in which boaters use the waterway and their lack of courtesy. After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to request the Chairman to write a letter to the Wildlife Resources Commission, when forwarding the application, recommending possible restrictions as to the size of boats that would be hazardous for a particular area. After further discussion, Commissioner 0' Shields requested the Planning Department and Building Inspections Department to prepare an ordinance or modify an ordinance to address limiting construction of floating docks to areas inside protected areas or marinas stating no permits can be issued for floating docks that extend into the Intracoastal Waterway. Copies of the resolution and application are contained in Exhibit Book XIV 40. BREAK Chairman Barfield recessed the meeting for a break from 10:24 o'clock A.M. to 10:35 o'clock A.M. et273 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) I DISCUSSION OF CORPORATE REORGANIZATION OF NEW HANOVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Chairman Barfield expressed appreciation to the Hospital Study Committee for preparation of their study report and to the Hospital Staff and Board of Trustees for their concern for the welfare of New Hanover Memorial Hospital. He stated the majority of the Board of Commissioners were opposed to reorganization at the present time; however, he encouraged the Board of Trustees to continue to monitor and report any changes in health care which will impact on hospital revenues. Vice-Chairman Retchin commented on the importance of the issues presented by the Hospital Board of Trustees and Hospital Study Committee stating he felt some changes would have to be made in the future to protect the financial interests of the hospital. Commissioner O'Neal commented on the progress being made now by the hospital to increase patient census and revenue with new construction and state of the art medical equipment. He recommended waiting to see the revenue produced from these projects before making further decisions. Commissioner Dolan recommended continued monitoring of the system by the Hospital Board of Trustees and Administrative Staff emphasizing the importance of keeping an open mind and staying on top of any changes in medical care. Commissioner O'Shields expressed concern for not taking advantage of an opportunity to perform long-range planning for the hospital. He recommended asking the County Attorney to prepare a document for reorganization which could be considered as another option when the lease is renewed in June 1987. I Chairman Barfield asked if anyone from the general public wished to speak. The following person commented: Dr. Hubert A. Eaton commented on his service as a doctor in New Hanover County for the past 43 years. He expressed concern for restructing the hoptial at the current time stating this drastic move was not necessary. He commented on the politics involved and the poor relationship between the hospital administration and medical staff stating improvements must be made. Mr. James Long, Chairman of the Hospital Board of Trustees, commented on the recommendations made by the Hospital Board of Trustees and Hospital Study Committee stating he was disappointed in the decision that was about to be made. He gave background information on the reasons for approaching reorgani zation stressing the importance of changing with current medical, care trends. I Mr. Long commented on two opportunities that have developed recently and the possible loss of membership to Sun Health Alliance because of restrictions on public funds. He stated this membership has saved the citizens of New Hanover County and New Hanover Memorial Hospital over one million dollars in the purchase of major medical equipment. He commented on medical ventures now being offered in our community stating the hospital could not participate becuase of its status. Mr. Long requested a joint meeting of the County Commissioners and Hospital Board of Trustees in order to discuss current development stating his Board was more than willing to further discuss the issue. c:f<-7i MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF HOSPITAL REORGANIZATION (CONTINUED) Chairman Barfield stated he had never been directly contacted by the Hospital Board of Trustees to schedule a joint meeting expressing concern for the ad placed in the newspaper. Commissioner Dolan expressed concern for the ad giving the impression to the general public that the Commissioners did not want to meet with the Hospital Board. He stated this was not the case, and that he had publicy stated he had an open mind and would be willing to discuss the matter further. r Commissioner O'Neal expressed concern for scheduling anotner meeting commenting on the amount of time already given to this issue. After a lengthy discussion, Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to schedule a joint meeting with the Hosptal Board of Trustees and invite the Hospital Study Committee on September 2, 1986, at 5:00 o'clock P.M. to discuss new developments that have occurred within the past few months. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Shields Vice-Chairman Retchin Chairman Barfield Voting Noe: Commissioner O'Neal BREAK Chairman Barfield recessed the meeting for a break from 11:29 o'clock A.M. to 11:47 o'clock A.M. r ENDORSEMENT OF JOINT PETITION OF THE CITY OF CHARLOTTE AND PIEDMONT AVIATION, INC. FOR AIR SERVICE FROM CHARLOTTE TO LONDON Mr. Derrick Surratt, Sales Representative for Piedmont Airlines, appeared before the Board to request support of a petition selecting Charlotte as a gateway to London and designating Piedmont Airlines as the carrier for Charlotte to London service. He emphasized the economic gain to New Hanover County with location of the State Ports Authority in Wilmington. After discussion, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to support the petition forwarding copies to N. C. Senators and Representatives, the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners, and the National Association of Counties. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the petition is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 40. MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to recess the regular meeting to hold a meeting of the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District. Upon vote, the MOTION I CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Barfield recessed the meeting at 11:55 o'clock A.M. Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to reconvene to regular session. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Barfield reconvened to regular session at 12:41 o'clock P.M. BREAK FOR LUNCH Chairman Barfield recessed the meeting from 12:42 o'clock P.M until 1:31 o'clock P.M. for lunch. 27 ! MINUTES OF AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) ~... ~1' - '" ~~ ~. ':7 .~ t.: .. ; DISCUSSION OF CORPS OF ENGINEERS DREDGING PROJECT 'Mr. Ed Hilton, Director of Engineering.and Facilities, gave backg1roun'dl i!hfoT'mation on the responsibility o-f New Hanove-r County to plan for dredge spo~l sites along' the North East Cape Fear River.." He stated the Corps of Engineers had requested the Count~ to purchase two sites entering into a 50- year lease to provide permanent disposal sites. I After a lengthy discussion of the County's participation in this poject, it was the consensus of the Board to request County Manager Cooper and Engineering Director Hilton to discuss the matter with our congressmen to define the various roles of all agencies involved. A recommendation will be presented at a later date. APPROVAL OF 1988 TAX REVALUATION Roland Register, Tax Administrator, stated after review with MIS management that he felt the system, personnel, and related costs to effect a 1988 revaluation were in place and that the revaluation could be performed. A discussion was held on the exemption of household property when listing taxes. Tax Administrator Register stated the amount of revenue loss would be very small with other changes in the tax law. After discussion of the costs involved, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to authorize the Tax Administrator to proceed with the 1988 revaluation effective with the January 1, 1988, listing date. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. I RELEASE OF PENALTY ON ROOM OCCUPANCY TAX - MR. CUMMINS MEBANE Tax Administrator Register gave background information on the request by Mr. Cummins Mebane to release late filing penalties of $100. He recommended release of the penalties. After discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to release all late filing penalties in the amount of $100. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. DISCUSSION OF 1986-87 COLLECTION RATE Tax Administrator Register commented on the results of the collection rate within the past year. He stated the outside collectors had done an outstanding job in collecting the taxes due and recommended outside collectors be given the official status as deputies of the Collector of Revenue empowered to them by the statutes to take direct levy action. This change would relieve use of staff at the Sheriff's Department and eliminate multiple contacts with the taxpayer by different people. Tax Administrator Register commented on in-rem foreclosure and the amount of time involved in the settlement process. He recommended settling all delinquent real estate taxes within the first year of delinquency stating this would require outside legal contracts. He stated the taxpayer would be legally required to pay for legal action involved. I Commissioner Dolan commented on obtaining outside legal assistance emphasizing the importance of implementing a plan that will avoid any legal costs coming back to the County at a later date. County Attorney Pope stated all legal costs would be paid by the taxpayer. After discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to accept both proposals as recommended by the Tax Administrator. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 276 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS APPOINTMENT OF JERRY STRICKLAND AND SHIRLEY BERRY TO SERVE ON THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to appoint Mr. Jerry Strickland to serve an unexpired term on the Human Relations Commission. The term will expire on December 31, 1988. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to appoint Ms. Shirley H. Berry to serve an unexpired term on the Human Relations Commission. The term will expire on December 3l, 1987. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Commissioner O'Shields commented on the County hiring members serving on various boards and committees appointed by the County Commissioners stating this had occurred in one department. He asked if the Personnel Department had prepared any guidelines to prevent this type of situation from occurring. County Manager Cooper stated a recommendation had been prepared by the Personnel Department and would be presented to the Board on September 2, 1986. REAPPOINTMENT OF JULIA MCCORMICK, HEYWARD BELLAMY, DR.JAMES J. MCGIVERN AND JACKOLYN GLISSION TO SERVE ON THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to reappoint Ms. Julia McCormick, Mr. Heyward C. Bellamy, Dr. James J. Mcgivern, and Ms. Jackolyn M. Glisson to serve three- year terms on the Library Advisory Board. The terms will expire August 31, 1989. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING AUGUST 24, 1986, TO CELEBRATE WOMEN'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adopt the proclamation as presented. The floor was opened for discussion. After further discussion of the proposed proclamation, Commissioner Dolan made a SUBSTITUTE MOTION, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to adopt the proclamation deleting the sentence referring to gender gap. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Dolan Commissioner O'Shields Vice-Chairman Retchin Voting Noe: Commissioner O'Neal Chairman Barfeld A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 40. DISCUSSION OF REQUEST FOR COUNTY TO PARTICIPATE IN STATE APPROPRIATION TO ASSIST LOCAL FARMERS County Manager Cooper stated Mr. Michael Washington, District Conservationist of the New Hanover County Soil and Water Conservation District, had contacted him with reference to a state grant to provide technical assistance to farmers in New Hanover County. Mr. Washington gave background information on the state appropriation for coastal counties. He stated the funds would be used by farmers to control erosion and sedimentation problems, animal control wastes, and assistance in rotation of crops. Mr. Washington requested funding in the amount of $7,500 to fund a part time position in order qualify for 75% of the appropriation for the coastal counties. County Manager Cooper recommended approval of the funding request. 27' MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF FUNDING FOR PARTICIPATION IN STATE APPROPRIATION FOR ASSISTANCE TO FARMERS (CONTINUED) After discusslon, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve funding in the amount of $7,500 for funding of a part time position as requested by Mr. Washington. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. I AUTHORIZATION TO ORDER COPIES OF BOOK ENTITLED RCALL FROM CRAVEN" Commissioner O'Shields commented on the book, CALL FROM CRAVEN writ.ten by G. H. (Jerry) Elliott stating he received a free copy for serving on the Board of Directors of the N. C. Association of County Commissioners. He stated the book was most informative and recommended ordering ten (10) hardback copies to be distributed as follows: 1 copy to UNC-Wilmington Library 1 copy to New Hanover County Library 1 copy to New Hanover High School Library 1 copy to Hoggard High School Library 1 copy to Laney High School Library 5 copies to be given to each Commissioner After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to order the copies as recommended by Commissioner O'Shields. RECOGNITION OF COMMISSIONER 0' SHIELDS BEING SELECTED AS THE OUTSTANDING COUNTY COMMISSIONER OF THE YEAR Vice-Chairman Retchin congratulated Commissioner O'Shields on being selected by the N. C. Association of County Commissioners as the Outstanding County Commissioner of the Year at the annual conference in Winston-Salem on August 16, 1986. I SCHEDULING OF JOINT MEETING WITH THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION After discussion of the invitation by the New Hanover County Board of Education to schedule a joint breakfast meeting, it was the consensus of the Board to invite the Board of Education to a joint meeting at the regularly scheduled meeting of September 22, 1986, at 9:00 A.M. APPROVAL OF CERTIFICATION ROSTERS FOR AIRPORT FIRE CRASH RESCUE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND FEDERAL POINT VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT TO BE FORWARDED TO THE N. C. FIREMEN'S PENSION FUND Vice-Chairman Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to approve the following annual certification firemen rosters for participation of firemen in the N. C. Firemen's Pension Fund: New Hanover County Airport Crash, Fire Rescue Federal Point Volunteer Fire Department Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Copies of the rosters are on file in Exhibit Book XIV, Page 40. I DISCUSSION OF REQUEST BY MR. HARRY FORDEN TO GRANT A TIME EXTENSION ON FORECLOSURE OF PROPERTY County Attorney Pope gave background information on a city/county tax foreclosure now in court against property located at 816 North 14th Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, owned by Mr. Harry L. Forden. He stated the court had scheduled the hearing to resolve this matter on August 22, 1986, and that Mr. Forden had requested a 30-day time extension to pay back taxes due. County Attorney Pope also pointed out the total amount of taxes due through August 1986 was $3,753.42 and not $2,298.79 as stated by Mr. Forden. He asked direction of the Board in this matter. 278 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, AUGUST 18, 1986 (CONTINUED) DENIAL OF TIME EXTENSION REQUEST BY MR. FORDEN (CONTINUED) After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to deny the time extension request by Mr. Forden and authorize the County Attorney to proceed with legal action if the full amount of taxes due is not paid by August 22, 1986. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. The Clerk was requested to write a letter to Mr. Forden informing him of the action taken. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Retchin to ad journ the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Barfield adjourned the meetng at 2:59 o'clock P.M. ~.es. ~.CtfUllY submitted, d~ Lu e F. Harrell Clerk r