1987-11-16 Regular Meeting
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, NOVEMBER 16, 1987
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in
Regular Session on Monday, November 16, 1987, at 9:00
0' clock A.M. in the Assembly Room of the County
Administration Building, 320 Chestnut Street, Wilmington,
North Carolina.
Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield,
Sr.; W. Albert Corbett, Jr.; Fred Retchin; Vice-Chairman,
John Dolan; Chairman, Nolan O'Neal; County Manager, G. Felix
Cooper; County Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the
Board, Lucie F. Harrell.
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Chairman O'Neal called the meeting to order.
Dr. Richard Graf, Pastor of St. Paul's Evangelical
Lutheran Church, gave the invocation.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak
on an item not listed on the Regular Agenda or an item
listed on the Consent Agenda. No one commented.
RECOGNITION AND PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO WINNER OF THE
HUMAN RELATIONS MONTH THEME
Commissioner Corbett, a member of the Human Relations
Commission, recognized Miss Jessica Zingelmann, a 10th
grader at E. A. Laney High School, as winner of the 1988
Human Relations Month Theme. He stated February 1988 has
been designated as Human Relations Month to promote
interaction and understanding between people of different
races and beliefs. Commissioner Corbett asked Miss
Zingelmann, her parents, and teacher, Ms. Vickie Lennon, to
step forward for presentation of a plaque by Chairman
O'Neal.
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Chairman O'Neal, on behalf of the Commissioners,
presented the plaque to Jessica with an inscription of the
winning theme, "No Two Alike, Yet All Are One",
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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Corbett commented on Item 10, the Medical
Transportation Specialists, Inc. contract, expressing
concern for one of the contracting parties being an employee
of New Hanover County. He stated it was his understanding
that when the contract went into effect this employee would
submit his resignation.
Mr. Thomas E. Wright, an employee of the County, stated
he would resign his position effective December 15, 1987.
He also commented on a delay in completion of the contract
and requested extension of the effective date of service
from December 1, 1987, to December 15, 1987.
County Manager Cooper stated the delay was not caused
by the County but from outside sources. Mr. Douglas White,
the other partner of Medical Transportation Specialist,
Inc., disagreed stating the problems were caused by the
County which created the delay and loss of time.
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After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED
by Commissioner Corbett to change the effective date of
service in the contract from December 1, 1987, to December
15, 1987, at which time Mr. White will resign his position
with the County, and authorized the Chairman to execute the
necessary documents subject to approval by the County
Attorney. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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A copy of the contract is on file in the County's
Manager's office.
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Vice-Chairman Dolan asked that Item #6 be removed from
the Consent Agenda for discussion at the end of the meeting.
After further discussion, Vice-Chairman Dolan MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to approve the following
Consent Agenda items including the amendment to Item #10,
and removal of Item #6. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
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Approval of Tax Collection Reports
Collector of Revenue
The Commissioners approved
presented by the Collector of
through October 31, 1987:
Presented
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the following reports
Revenue for collections
New Hanover County Tax Collections
New Hanover County Fire District Tax Collections
Copies of the reports are contained in Exhibit Book XV,
Page 44.
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 Book XV,
Page 44.
Release of Penalties on Roam Occupancy Tax Accounts
The Commissioners approved the release of penalties on
the following Room Occupancy Tax Accounts as recommended by
the Collector of Revenue.
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The Docksider - Account #0375
First Greentree - Account #1403
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Release of Tax Listing Penalty - M & M Plumbing Company
The Commissioners released a penalty in the amount of
$76.93 to M & M Plumbing Company as recommended by the Tax
Administrator.
Release of Tax Listing Penalty - Hugh and Anne Brooks
The Commissioners released a penalty in the amount of
$ 68. 24 to Hugh and Anne Brooks as recommended by the Tax
Administrator.
Adoption of Resolution to Add Roads to the N. C. State
Secondary Road System
The Commissioners adopted a resolution adding the
following roads to the N. C. State Secondary Road System:
Cavalier Drive - Cavalier Woods Subdivision
(Division File #557-N)
Tanglewood Drive - Tanglewood Subdivision
(Division File #571-N)
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A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book
xv, Page 44.
Approval of New Positions for Department of Social Services
The Commissioners approved the following positions for
the Department of Social Services. No County funding was
required.
Two Eligibility Specialists I
One Eligibility Specialist II
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Approval of Contract with Seegars Fence Campany New
Hanover County Airport
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a
contract with Seegars Fence Company in the amount of
$75,206.26 for security fencing at the Airport subject to
approval by FAA.
Approval of Contract with Ackerley Advertising, Inc. - New
Hanover County Airport
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a
contract with Ackerley Advertising, Inc. for three years or
until occupancy of the new terminal, with a guaranteed
minimum annual privilege fee of $6,000 ($500 per month) or
45% of gross receipts as defined, whichever sum is greater.
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A copy of the contract is on file in the County
Manager's office.
Approval of Contract with
Specialists, Inc. to Provide
Services for New Hanover County
The Commissioners approved an amended contract with
Medical Transportation Specialists, Inc. to provide
non-emergency ambulance services to the citizens of New
Hanover County. The contract was amended to extend the
effective date of service from December 1, 1987, to December
15, 1987.
Medical Transportation
Non-Emergency Ambulance
A copy of the contract is on file in the County
Manager's office.
Approval of Budget Amendments
The Commissioners approved the
Amendments:
following Budget
88-0115 - Register of Deeds
Debit
Credit
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Register of Deeds Fees
$20,000
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Supplemental Retirement - RODS
$20,000
To set up supplemental retirement plan for Registrar of
Deeds - Retirement fund required by legislation passed
in the 1987 Session of the General Assembly.
88-0118 Health Department/Home Health
Debit
Credit
Home Health
Home Health Grant
$ 7,646
Professional Services
$ 7,646
Additional state revenue budgeted to provide additional
professional services.
88-0120 Health Department/Maternal & Child Care
Debit
Credit
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Professional Services
$ 4,336
Maternal & Child Health Revenue
$ 4,336
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Reduction in State Revenue.
88-0121 Health Department
Debit
Credit
Health-Administration
Federal and State Grants
$ 2,165
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Budget Amendment (Continued)
Health - Environmental
Salaries and Wages
Debit
Credit
5,000
Health Laboratory
Salaries and Wages
3,000
Health Administration
M & R Buildings and Grounds
$10,165
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Salary lag transfer from Environmental Health and
Laboratory due to delay in hiring Sanitarian
Technicians and Lab Clerk and additional state revenue
from Jordan-Adams allocations.
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Budget Amendment Approved by Budget Officer and Reported for
Entry Into Record
88-0114 Management Information System
Debit
Credit
Installment Loan Proceeds
$118,852
Capital Outlay - Equipment
$118,852
To set up installment purchases (accounting purposes only _
no additional funds involved).
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APPROVAL OF SURCHARGE - FLEMINGTON LANDFILL
Mr. A. Dumay Gorham, Attorney representing defendants
in the Flemington Landfill litigation, gave background
information on the law suit and testing that is now in
progress. He stated the defendants, Waste Industries, Inc.;
Trash Removal Service, Inc.; Jerry Saunders t/a A & M
Sanitation; A-1 Sanitation Services, Inc.; and the property
owners, had initially agreed to contribute $500,000 to pay
for drilling of wells and sample testing of groundwater
under and around the Flemington Landfill site in order to
better define the nature and extent of the underground water
situation.
Attorney Gorham stated the purpose for requesting the
$1.00 per ton surcharge is due to the fact that the problem
at F1emington was created by solid waste which had been
generated by every citizen of the County. Therefore, the
most equitable method for financing the water study would be
to collect from those who generated the solid waste. He
stated the haulers have provided funding for testing and
other work that has already been completed at the landfill
site, and they feel additional funds should be distributed
among the citizens of the County.
County Manager Cooper stated 15 cents per month per
household is certainly not unreasonable. He questioned why
the haulers could not increase their rates to customers to
cover this additional costs, instead of requesting the
County Commissioners to raise the rate at the landfill.
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After discussion of the increase of 15 cents per month
for residential customers and additional funding that could
be required in the future by EPA for additional testing,
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Retchin to approve the $1.00 per ton surcharge on all solid
waste delivered to the County landfill or incinerator for a
period of twelve months to be earmarked to pay the
additional $100,000 for water testing. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING BOARD'S
DENIAL TO REZONE APPROXIMATELY 'lWO ACRES ON THE WEST SIDE OF
VICTORY GARDEN DRIVE TO B-2 BUSINESS FROM R-15 RESIDENTIAL
Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Hayes stated the Planning Board
recommended denial of the rezoning request due to
encroachment of commercial uses into a residential area.
Director Hayes stated a portion of the parcel is currently
occupied by S & S Service Company, a clearing and grading
contracting business, which is not in compliance with the
R-15 zoning requirements. He stated action was brought by
the County for non-compliance and that Superior Court in a
recent decision had determined the use did not comply to
residential zoning and issued a Court Order to cease
operation of the business by December 1, 1987. However, the
effective date of the injunction was delayed until the
defendant could have an opportunity to apply for rezoning of
the subject premises.
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Planner Avery presented slides describing the property
in question.
Chairman O'Neal
speak in favor of
persons commented:
asked if anyone present would like to
the rezoning request. The following
Mr. Ted Davis, Jr. , Attorney representing the
petitioner, Mr. L. Strickland, commented on the Court ruling
requesting the Commissioners to consider the rezoning on the
location of the property and not the court decision. He
stated the land under consideration is located in a
transition area which according to the County's Land Use
Plan provides for future intense urban development stating
the proposed B-2 zoning will provide for the proper grouping
of roadside business uses.
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Mr. Davis submitted a petition, signed by neighborhood
residents, expressing no opposition to the proposed rezoning
request. He stated these residents were not allowed to
comment at the Planning Board meeting and had volunteered to
come tonight to express their opinions. The following
surrounding property owners commented in favor of the
rezoning request:
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Mr. George Mitchell, Jr.
Mr. Norman Albert
Mr. Leonard Watts
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak
in opposition to the request. The following persons
commented:
Mr. Walter Anderson, an adjacent property owner,
expressed concern for encroachment of commercial uses into a
residential area. He stated Mr. Strickland was a good
neighbor, but he was concerned what could be placed on that
property at a future date if the rezoning request is
approved.
Mr. Larry Sneeden, an adjacent property owner, stated
he had no problem with the present use of the property but
was very concerned about future uses under B-2 zoning.
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Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
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A lengthy discussion was held on action by the local
Superior Court which ruled that the operation of the present
use in a residential zone did not comply nor could it comply
with R-15 zoning requirements. Therefore, the Court ordered
that the use be enjoined and restrained from operation
effective December 1, 1987.
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Assistant County Attorney Silliman stated the actions
of the Inspections Department were legally proper and
correct. He stated the facts to be considered are the Land
Use Plan and County Policies in determining the proper
zoning for this parcel of land.
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After a lengthy discussion of commercial encroachment
into a residential area, Commissioner Corbett MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to deny the rezoning
request as recommended by the Planning Board. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
BREAK
Chairman O'Neal recessed the meeting for a break from
10:43 o'clock A.M. to 10:55 o'clock A.M.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING BOARD'S
DECISION REGARDING ALLEGED VIOLATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY ON THE NORTH SIDE OF
GREENVILLE LOOP ROAD
Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing.
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Planning Director Hayes gave background information on
the appeal. He stated after research by the Planning Staff
and Legal Department it was determined that the 60 foot
strip of land conveyed to Branch Realty, which left a one
foot remnant of land east of and adjacent to the strip, was
in violation of the Article IV, Design Standards, Section
2.7(5) of the County Subdivision Ordinance. Planning
Director Hayes stated a letter was forwarded to Mr. John D.
Woody, Jr. on January 27, 1987, recommending that the
si tuation be corrected immediately by a land trade of one
foot. For example, Branch Realty could convey to Mr. Woody
one foot from the western side of its sixty foot strip, and
Mr. woody could convey to Branch Realty the one foot remnant
that presently exists.
Planning Director Hayes commented on the civil penalty
of $50 per day until the subdivision violation is rectified.
He stated no penalty has been assessed pending the outcome
of this appeal.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak
on the appeal. The following person commented:
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Mr. A. Dumay Gorham, Jr., Attorney representing Mr. &
Mrs. Robert C. Woody, briefly outlined the situation that
had occurred. He stated Mr. Woody's brother, who is now
deceased, had conveyed the property to Branch Realty
approximately two years ago and that Mr. and Mrs. Robert
Woody were not aware of any problem created by conveyance of
the land until receipt of the letter from the Planning
Department.
Attorney Gorham presented to the Clerk, for the record,
Exhibi t I , the actual deed used for conveyance of the
property; and Exhibit II, a map of the property outlining
the 60 foot strip and one foot strip. He stated Mr. & Mrs.
Woody have offered to swap the property or sale the one foot
strip however, the other party involved had refused both
offers. He commented on the difficulty of trying to resolve
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the situation when the other party is not willing to
cooperate stating he could not advise his client to give the
one (1) foot strip of property away.
Attorney Gorham stated he did not feel the one foot
strip of property violated the Subdivision Ordinance and
referred to Page 16 of the Ordinance Article 4, Section 2.7,
Paragraph 5 dealing with streets. He stated according to
this section, "street patterns shall be such as to cause no
hardship in the subdividing of adjacent properties. Reserve
strips which control access to adjacent property shall not
be permitted." Attorney Gorham stated the one foot strip
has not impacted adversely on the Raintree Subdivision;
therefore, the strip in question is not in violation of the
ordinance. Attorney Gorham also commented on a
constitutional problem with the ordinance stating there were
no specific guidelines as to what constitutes a permissible
or impermissible strip. He stated Mr. and Mrs. Woody have
made a good faith effort to resolve the problem with no
success. He requested the Commissioners to reconsider the
ruling that the strip was in violation of the Subdivision
Ordinance in order to prevent further legal action.
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Planning Director Hayes stressed the importance of
street stubs in Raintree Subdivision stating when the
Planning Board approved the subdivision plan, the following
conditions were required: (1) Oakbluff Lane would be
extended to the end of the property to provide another means
of access; ( 2) Oakbluff Lane would have to connect into
Kingston Road; and (3) due to the length involved between
the intersection, Greenville Loop and Kingston Road, being
over 1,400 feet, a stub street would have to be provided
which would involve the one foot strip. He pointed out the
importance of providing adequate street stubs when both
properties are developed.
Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
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Commissioner Retchin recommended that Mr. Woody convey
designated access points and retain the remainder of the
property which, in his opinion, would resolve the problem of
noncompliance with the Subdivision Ordinance.
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After a lengthy discussion of interpretation and
enforcement of reserved strips in the present ordinance,
Vice-Chairman Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Corbett
to enforce the present ordinance and allow the petitioner to
proceed with whatever legal action he feels is necessary.
The floor was opened for discussion.
Commissioner Retchin made a SUBSTITUTE MOTION to allow
Mr. Woody to convey that portion of the one foot reserved
strip which would open the stub as shown on the Raintree
Subdivision Plan and relieve the current noncompliance
violation. The MOTION FAILED DUE TO NOT RECEIVING A SECOND.
Chairman 0' Neal called for
MOTION by Vice-Chairman Dolan
ordinance. Upon vote, the MOTION
a vote on the original
to enforce the present
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Corbett
Vice-Chairman Dolan
Chairman O'Neal
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APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE OF CAPE FEAR TECHNICAL
INSTITUTE
Mr. Donald E. Blake, Chairman of the Cape Fear
Technical Institute Board of Trustees, gave background
information on recently enacted legislation by the General
Assembly to offer additional services within community
colleges. The bill enacted enables technical institutes to
convert into community colleges allowing them to offer two
year academic courses which are transferable to any other
institution. He stated in order to be eligible to offer
these courses, a resolution must be adopted by January 1,
1988, reflecting a name change which will incorporate the
words, "community college" into the name of the institute.
Mr. Blake stated the Board of Trustees voted
unanimously to proceed with the name change which requires
concurrence by the New Hanover County Board of
Commissioners.
Mr. E. Thomas Satterfield, Jr., President of Cape Fear
Technical Institute, stated the name change will not alter
the original concept and mission of Cape Fear Tech but will
enhance the curriculum of the institute. He stated a
definite name has not be approved by the Board of Trustees,
but endorsement of the name change by the Board of County
Commissioners is required.
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to concur with the decision to change the name of
Cape Fear Tech to include the words, "community college" as
approved by the Cape Fear Technical Institute Board of
Trustees. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
RELEASE OF TRANSPORTATION CHARGE BY NEW HANOVER RESCUE SQUAD
TO PHILLIP AND REBECCA GODWIN FOR EMS SERVICES PROVIDED IN
1985
Commissioner Barfield stated Mr. Godwin was a volunteer
fireman at the time the charge was assessed for services
provided to Ms. Rebecca Godwin by the New Hanover Rescue
Squad. He stated at this time, there were no contracts
between the County and Volunteer Fire Departments and it was
the general understanding among volunteer firemen that
members of the immediate families would not be charged for
EMS services. He stated since 1985, contracts have been
executed between the County and Volunteer Fire Departments
which address this issue and do not allow EMS service free
of charge to immediate family members. Commissioner Barfield
recommended release of the charge since Mr. Godwin did not
understand the fee would be assessed.
Chairman O'Neal expressed concern for
precedent stating there were many volunteer
various areas throughout the County.
setting a
workers in
Commissioner Corbett expressed concern for releasing
the penalty and going against County policy.
After further discussion, Vice-Chairman Dolan MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to release the emergency
transportation charge in the amount of $60 to the Godwin
family. The floor was opened for discussion.
County Manager Cooper stated 50 or 60 individuals could
request a release of EMS charges during that periOd of time
and asked the Commissioners if they would like to hear each
individual case.
After further discussion of this being a specific case
and the possibility of setting a precedent, Vice-Chairman
Dolan amended his MOTION to release the penalty with the
understanding that this is an exception to County POlicy and
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is being acted upon to correct a misunderstanding by the
party involved. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Retchin
Vice-Chairman Dolan
Chairman O'Neal
Voting Noe: commissioner Corbett
WITHDRAWAL OF ITEMS il2 AND liB FROM REGULAR AGENDA
county Manager Cooper requested withdrawal of Item #13,
a resolution to delegate authority to determine requests for
release or refunds of taxes less than $100 to a County
Official, stating further study was required. He also
stated Item #13, discussion of Sign Ordinance Enforcement,
could be withdrawn and placed on the agenda at a later date.
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After discussion, it
withdraw Items #12 and
recommended by the County
was the consensus of the Board
#13 from the Regular Agenda
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APPEAL OF TAX LISTING PENALTY BY WRIGBTSVILLE FAMILY CARE,
INC. - CHRISTINE R. ROMANO
Tax Administrator Register gave background information
on the tax appeal stating listings were postmarked and
received in March 1987. He commented on improper action by
the accountant hired to manage affairs of the taxpayer
stating the taxpayer is still responsible for his own
inaction. Mr. Register recommended denying the taxpayer's
request for penalty release on all accounts.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to
speak. The following persons commented:
Mr. Vincent A. Romano, President of Wrightsville Family
Care, Inc., stated during the listing period he was working
abroad and was not aware that the tax listings had not been
filed on time. He requested the Board to consider the fact
that he was out of the Country and asked Mr. Bass, his
accountant, to explain the reasons for the late filing.
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Mr. Michael E. Bass, a Certified Public Accountant for
the firm of Brock, Berry & Padgett, stated his firm was
hired to provide professional services for Mr. Romano. He
requested abatement of the penalty on the late listing for
Wrightsville Family Care, Inc. due to the corporate year end
as of December 31, 1986, which was the first year of
operation for the rest home. He stated the business had
grown more rapidly than anticipated with an inadequate
number of professional employees to handle the volume of
work which had resulted in confusion and delay of year end
preparation.
After discussion, Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED
by Commissioner Retchin to deny the taxpayer's request for
release of penalties on all accounts and to instruct the
taxpayer to substantiate to the County Business Listing
Supervisor the personal values for 1985 and 1986 with the
understanding that applicable penalties will be imposed if
underlisting is determined. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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DISCUSSION OF LANGUAGE USED IN
ADMINISTRATOR
Vice-Chairman Dolan expressed
the first sentence of the second
forwarded to Mr. Michael E. Bass.
LETTER
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paragraph in the letter
He recommended rewording
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the sentence in a manner that will not project that an
appeal is a waste of time.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to
request the Tax Administrator to reword the sentence.
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APPEAL OF TAX LISTING PENALTY - ROBERT CBAMPER, ETUX. ETAL,
BY JANET FRANCO
Tax Administrator Register gave background information
on the tax appeal stating no listing was received from the
taxpayer. He stated evidence and explanations are
inconsistent in the correspondence received; therefore, he
recommends upholding the penalty and denying the taxpayer's
appeal.
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Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak
on the issue. No one commented.
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Dolan to uphold the penalty of $77.92 as recommended by the
Tax Administrator. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
REFUSAL OF OFFER TO ASSUME TITLE TO THE CATLETT SCHOOL
BUILDING
Vice-Chairman Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Retchin to refuse the offer submitted by the New Hanover
County Board of Education to assume title of the Catlett
School Building located at 2002 Colwell Avenue once
abandoned. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
APPOINTMENT OF MARY JUSTICE BLAND TO THE NURSING HOME
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman
Dolan to appoint Ms. Mary Justice Bland to fill an unexpired
term on the Nursing Home Advisory Committee. The term will
expire April 1, 1990. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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RATIFICATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT OF Z. FRANKLIN PRITCHETT TO
SERVE ON THE SOUTHEASTERN MENTAL HEALTH RETARDATION AND
SUBSTANCE ABUSE AREA BOARD AND RECOMMENDATION FOR
APPOINTMENT OF DR. WILLIAM BRYAN TO SERVE ON MENTAL HEALTH
BOARD
Commissioner Barfield explained the process for
appointing members to the Mental Health Board. He stated
according to State Statute, the three area County
Commissioners representing New Hanover County, Brunswick
County, and Pender County appoint members to serve on the
Mental Health Board. These appointments are then presented
to the Board of County Commissioners involved, whether New
Hanover, Brunswick, or Pender, for ratification of the
appointments. He stated the area County Commissioners have
requested ratification by the New Hanover County Board of
Commissioners for reappointment of Mr. Z. Franklin Pritchett
and appointment of Robert A. Prehn, Ph.D. to fill the
vacancy in the General Public category. Both appointees
reside in New Hanover County.
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After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED
by Commissioner Retchin to ratify reappointment of Mr. Z.
Franklin Pritchett to serve a four-year term on the
Southeastern Mental Health Board representing the Hospital
or Planning Organization category. The term will expire
November 21, 1991. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED
Retchin to ratify appointment of Robert A.
serve a four-year term on the Mental
representing the General Public category.
expire November 21, 1991.
by Commissioner
Prehn, Ph.D to
Heal th Board
The term will
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commissioner Corbett made a SUBSTITUTE MOTION, SECONDED
by Vice-Chairman Dolan to recommend appointing Dr. William
A. Bryan to serve a four-year term on the Mental Health
Board representing the General Public category. The term
will expire November 21, 1991.
Chairman O'Neal called for a vote on the SUBSTITUTE
MOTION to recommend appointing Dr. William A. Bryan. The
MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Corbett
Vice-Chairman Dolan
Chairman O'Neal
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Voting Noe: commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Retchin
commissioner Barfield stated he would carry the
recommendation for appointment of Dr. William A. Bryan to
the area County Commissioners serving on the Mental Health
Board. However, he was not sure the appointment would be
approved since the County Commissioners did not ratify the
appointment as submitted.
commissioner Barfield stated Dr. Michael Assevero, M.
D., representing the Physician category on the Mental Health
Board did not wish to be reappointed. He recommended delay
of this appointment until recommendations can be made by the
area County Commissioners serving on the Mental Health
Board.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board of
Commissioners to delay filling the vacancy in the Physician
category as recommended by Commissioner Barfield.
APPOINTMENT OF CARLTON L. PLOTr AND DANA E. P^GE 'l'O SERVE ON
THE NEW II1\NOVER COUNTY ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to appoint alternates Carlton L. Plott and Dana E.
Page to serve three-year terms on the New Hanover County
Zoning Board of Adjustment expiring November 15, 1990. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
After discussion of appointing two alternates, it was
the consensus of the Board to request the Clerk to advertise
for applicants to fill the alternate vacancies.
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Discussion of Complaints Received from Citizens of Seagate
Area with Reference to Installation of Sewer Lines
Commissioner Barfield commented on continuous
complaints received from citizens of the Seagate area with
reference to the poor work of subcontractors when installing
sewer lines. He stated he was going to request these
citizens to appear before the Board of Commissioners in
order to properly resolve this issue.
Discussion of pine Forest Cemetery
Chairman O'Neal commented on a funding request by Ms.
Augusta cooper for hiring of a maintenance employee to
repair and maintain Pine Forest Cemetery.
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Discussion was held on this being a private, historical
cemetery. Vice-Chairman Dolan expressed concern for New
Hanover county becoming involved in providing funds for
maintenance of a private cemetery.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of the
Board for the Chairman to request Ms. Cooper to approach the
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Wilmington Historic Foundation to see if funds were
available through this agency.
Camplaint Received from Citizen Residing Behind the Newly
Constructed Wilson's Grocery Store
Vice-Chairman Dolan commented on a complaint received
from a citizen residing directly behind the newly
constructed Wilson's Grocery store. He stated the citizen
was quite concerned about the inadequate buffer and
lighting.
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After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to
request Vice-Chairman Dolan to find out if this individual
has contacted the Wilsons with their complaint since they
are most cooperative and conscientious about the impact of
their business on surrounding neighborhoods. Vice-Chairman
Dolan is to report back to the Board, if necessary.
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Discussion of Thanksgiving Food Baskets Sponsored by the
Department of Social Services
Vice-Chairman Dolan commented on an increase of
requests, according to the Department of Social Services,
for Thanksgiving Food Baskets. He asked if the program was
administered by the Department of Social Services or Mother
Hubbard's Cupboard.
Assistant County Manager Gornto stated the Department
of Social Services had requested Mother Hubbard's Cupboard
to coordinate the program stating she would be glad to
further investigate the program and forward details defining
the responsibilities of the Food Bank and Mother Hubbard's
Cupboard.
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Discussion of Public Relations by New Hanover Memorial
Hospital
Vice-Chairman Dolan commented on a letter to the editor
written by Dr. G. Terry Stewart which contradicted a
statement by the Hospital Administrator, William Morrison,
that 16 babies receiving special care in New Hanover
Memorial Hospital were from indigent families. Dr. Stewart
stated 14 of the babies receiving care were from families
that had private insurance and could afford to pay for
services rendered. Vice-Chairman Dolan expressed concern
for such statements, if true, and reiterated the importance
of factual information being given to the public by the
hospital administration.
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Chairman O'Neal stated he would be attending a Hospital
Board meeting and would discuss this item with the full
board.
Discussion of Recycling and Waste Disposal in New Hanover
County
Commissioner Corbett requested an update on solid waste
disposal in New Hanover County, particularly the recycling
process.
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Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton, stated
the Solid Waste Task Force and Mr. Stan Peters would be
presenting reports and recommendations for solid waste
disposal on December 21, 1987.
Approval of Satellite Office Lease for Sewer System Service
Applications, Consent Agenda Item 116
Vice-Chairman Dolan questioned why additional office
space was needed at the Galleria Shopping Center at a cost
of $666 per month to assist the public with applying for
sewer connections.
Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton, stated
the reason for requesting additional space was to provide
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the general pUblic with a centrally located office that
furnishes adequate parking with a reasonable walking
distance. He emphasized the importance of public relations
when assisting the general public with applications for
sewer connections.
After discussion, commissioner Corbett MOVED, SECONDED
by Vice-Chairman Dolan to approve leasing of the office
space as requested. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER
Acceptance of Grant Offer from the N. C. Department of
Transportation - Airport Terminal Project
Director of Engineering & Facilities, Ed Hilton,
requested the Commissioners to authorize the Chairman to
execute a grant agreement for acceptance of a grant offer in
the amount of $250,000 from the N. C. Department of
Transportation with approval of the fOllowing Budget
Amendment:
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Airport
Debit
Credit
Airport Terminal Building
Terminal - State Grant
$250,000
Airport Terminal Project 03
Contingencies
$250,000
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to authorize the Chairman to accept and execute the
grant agreement in the amount of $250,000 from the N. C.
Department of Transportation and to approve the Budget
Amendment as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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Public Statement by Apostle Conrad
A member of the general public introduced himself as
Apostle Conrad and discussed God's promises for the future
of New Hanover county and the united States.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
County Attorney Pope requested an Executive Session to
discuss acquisition of land.
commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by
Barfield to convene from Regular Session
Session as requested by the County Attorney.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
commissioner
to Executive
Upon vote, the
Chairman O'Neal convened from Regular Session to
Executive Session at 1:10 o'clock P.M.
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Corbett to reconvene to Regular Session at 1:32 o'clock P.M.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED
Barfield to adjourn. Upon vote, the
UNANIMOUSLY.
by Commissioner
MOTION CARRIED
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Chairman O'Neal adjourned the meeting at 1:34 o'clock
P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Clerk
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