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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 20, 1982 (CONTINUED)
ADDITIONAL ITEMS (CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON THE GRAHAM PLEASANTS LITIGATION
(CONTINUED)
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows:
Voting Aye: Commissioners Barfield, Blake, O'Neal and
O'Shields.
Absent: Chm. Gottovi.
COUNTY ATTORNEY COMMENDED FOR A FINE JOB IN RECENT LITIGATIONS
Comm. Barfield commended County Attorney Pope for a fine
job in defending the Commissioners in the litigation with
the contractors regarding the Resource Recovery Facility and
and for bringing to a close, the property line dispute with
Pender County.
ADJOURNMENT
Comm. O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Comm. Blake to adjourn the
meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows:
Voting Aye: Commissioners Barfield, Blake, O'Neal and
O'Shields.
Absent: Chm. Gottovi.
Vice-Chm. Barfield adjourned the meeting at 11:27 o'clock A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 4, 1983
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session
on Tuesday, January 4, 1983, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the Assembly Room,
New Hanover County Administration Building, Wilmington, North Carolina.
Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr.;
Donald P. Blake; Nolan O'Neal; Claud O'Shields, Jr.; Chairman Karen
E. Gottovi; County Manager G. Felix Cooper; County Attorney Robert W.
Pope and Clerk to the Board Lucie F. Smith.
Chairman Gottovi called the meeting to order.
Rev. Harold L. McSwain, Pastor of St. Matthews Lutheran Church,
gave the invocation.
Chairman Gottovi recognized three members of Boy Scout Troop #257,
Mr. McLemore, Mr. Teathey, and Mr. Hall, who were attending the meeting
to learn more about local government. Also, Chairman Gottovi recognized
two pledgees from a local fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, Mr. Houston and
Mr. Newkirk, who were assigned to attend the meeting as part of their r
pledge.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 13, 1982
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake that
the minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 13, 1982, be approved
as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRTED UNANIMOUSLY.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 4, 1983 (CONTINUED)
APPROV~L OF CONSENT AGENDA
Upon MOTION by Commissioner O'Shields, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield, the following Consent Agenda items were
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
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RESOLUTIONS ACCEPTING OFFERS FOR SURPLUS PROPERTY
The Commissioners adopted resolutions accepting
offers to purchase surplus real properties.
A copy of the resolutions and tabulations of bids
received are contained in Exhibit Book IX, Page 28.
LEASE AGREEMENT - CAPE FEAR TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
The Chairman was authorized to execute a lease
agreement with Cape Fear Technical Institute and
the County for the building located at 922 North
Front Street in order for Cape Fear Technical
Institute to be able to obtain insurance coverage.
BUDGET AMENDMENT - INSPECTIONS/PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
The following amendment was approved for fhe transfer
of funds for renovations at the Fifth Street Building
for Inspections/Property Management, and renovations
of the Sixth Floor County Administration Building for
Finance:
Debit Acct. #11 9800 911, Contingencies $35,316
Credit - Acct. #11 4196 391, M & R Buildings & Grounds 23,370
Acct. #11 4350 640, Capital Outlay 4,895
Acct. #11 4350 421, Departmental Supplies 1,955
Acct. #11 4197 326, Professional Services-Other 5,096
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BUDGET AMENDMENT - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT - CHANGE ORDER
NO. 3 - NORTHEAST INTERCEPTOR - T. A. LOVING
The following amendment was approved for Change Order No.
3 as referenced above:
Debit
Credit -
Acct. #39 4720 900, Contingency
Acct. #39 4720 621, Construction-Force Mains
$10,400
10,400
PROCLAMATION - 1982 CENSUS OF AGRICULTURE
The following Proclamation supporting the 1982 Census of
Agriculture conducted by the Bureau of Census, Washington,
D. C. was proclaimed:
A FARM CENSUS PROCLAMATION
Since the economy of New Hanover County benefits in
large measure from farming, the County's presiding officials bring
to the attention of all county residents the 198~ Census of Agri-
culture.
WHEREAS, the periodic farm census is the prlmary source
of accurate information on the number of farms and farm operators
ln our county;
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WHEREAS, it also provides accurate data on sales of farm
products as well as production costs in our county;
AND WHEREAS, many business decisions affecting the
county's farmers in today's economy, depend upon accurate data
from the Census of Agriculture;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the county's pre-
siding officials urge all farm and ranch operators to fill out
and return promptly the farm censvs questionnaires they have
received in the mail and thus help to make the 1982 Census the
most successful in a series of 22 farm census counts which began
in 1840.
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NON-AGENDA ITEMS FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone ?resent wished to address
the County Commissioners on any item not listed on the Regular
Agenda. There was no participation from the floor.
APPROVAL OF THREE ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST II POSITIONS FOR THE
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Mr. F. Wayne Morris, Director of Social Services; John T.
Blair, Income Maintenance Section Chief of Social Services;
Johnny Parker, Vice-Chairman of the New Hanover Board of Social
Services with Board Members, Bertha Todd and Alice von Oesen;
appeared before the Board to request approval of funds to
establish three Eligibility Specialist II positions to relieve
the immediate crisis brought on, primarily, by the recent federal
and state regulations changes.
After Mr. Blair's presentation and discussion, Commissioner
Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal that funds be
established for three Eligibility Specialist II positions. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF FUNDS TO ENGAGE THE AMERICAN WIND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Mr. Seymour L. Alper and Mr. Thomas H. Wright, III appeared
before the Board to request funds in the amount of $5,000 to
engage the American Wind Symphony Orchestra.
After Mr. Alper's presentation, Commissioner Blake MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to grant funds in the amount of
$5,000, said funds being transferred from Contingencies as a
contribution to the Lower Cape Fear Arts Council. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
BREAK
Chairman Gottovi recessed the meetinq for a break from 7:30
o'clock P.M. to 7:38 o'clock P.M. to allow persons to sign up
for comments on agenda items.
PUBLIC HEARING
Notice had been given that a Public Hearing would be held by
the Board of Commissioners of New Hanover County on Tuesday, January
4, 1983, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the Assembly Room of the County
Administration Building, 320 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, North
Carolina, to consider the following:
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TO
ARTICLE V, DISTRICT REGULATIONS, SECTION 50-2, TABLE OF PERMITTED
USES AND ARTICLE VII, SECTION 71 TO ESTABLISH SPECIAL USE PERMIT
REQUIREMENTS FOR OUTDOOR SHOOTING RANGES.
County Attorney Pope requested that the Board not take final
action on the proposed ordinance because of conflicts that
exist between the existing and proposed ordinances. He pointed out
that the Legal Department needs the opportunity to work with the
Planning Department and others to present to the Baord an ordinance
wherein no conflicts will exist. He also requested that some directic
be given to the Legal Department with reference to enforcement of the
proposed ordinance.
Commissioner Blake strongly urged that all outdoor shooting
ranges require a Range Supervisor. Commissioner O'Neal requested
that the optional clause be removed from the proposed ordinance
under Subsection 72-34, Item 4.
After discussion, Chairman Gottovi postponed this Public
Hearing until the first meeting in February requesting resolution
of existing conflicts in the ordinance and proper enforcement and
safety of the shooting ranges.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 4, 1983 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING PROPERTY (APPROXIMATELY 30,000
SQUARE FEET) LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WRIGHTSVILLE AVENUE, AP-
PROXIMATELY 670 FEET EAST OF SPRUCE DRIVE (SR 1432) from R-15
(RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT TO AN 0 & I (OFFICE AND INSTITUTIONAL)
DISTRICT
Planning Director Hayes gave the background information
and stated that the Planning Board considered this request at
their meeting on December 2, 1982, and recommended approval for
both lots.
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Chairman Gottovi asked if there was anyone present who wished
to speak in favor of the zoning and the following person commented:
Ms. Christine Romano
Chairman Gottovi asked if there was anyone present who wished
to speak in opposition of the zoning and no one appeared.
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield
to approve the rezoning of Lots numbered 33 and 32 of Piney Acres,
Section No.5, Block G. Upon vote, the ordinance entitled, "An
Ordinance of County of New Hanover Amending the Zoning Map of
Zoning Area 9B of New Hanover County, North Carolina, Adopted
August 14, 1977", was ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the ordinance as adopted is contained ln Zoning
Ordinance Book I, Section 9B, Page 49.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY
THOROUGHFARE CLASSIFICATION PLAN (TCP) BY ADDING ADDITIONAL EXISTING
STREETS TO THE COLLECTOR, MINOR ARTERIAL AND PRINCIPAL ARTERIAL
CLASSIFICATION
Planning Director Hayes gave the background information and
stated that the Planning Board considered this request at their
meeting on December 2, 1982, and recommended approval.
Chairman Gottovi asked if there was anyone present who wished
to comment on this item. No one appeared.
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal
to adopt the Planning Staff's recommendation to amend the Thorough-
fare Classification Plan. Upon vote, THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
and the ordinance entitled, "An Ordinance of the County of New Hanover
Amending the Thoroughfare Classification Plan of New Hanover County
adopted June 4, 1979", was ADOPTED.
A copy of the Ordinance as adopted and signed, is contained
ln Exhibit Book IX, Page 29.
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake,
to request Chairman Gottovi to write a formal request to the
Transportation Advisory Committee with reference to signals at
the intersection of Highway 17 and Gordon Road.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE II, DEFINITIONS,
ARTICLE V, TABLE OF PERMITTED USES: AND OTHER PERTINENT SECTIONS
CONCERNING REQUIREMENTS FOR "RESORT" HOTEL/MOTEL
Planning Director Hayes gave the background information and
stated that the Planning Staff considered this request at their
meeting on December 2, 1982, and recommended approval with modifications
Chairman Gottovi asked if there was anyone present who wished
to comment on this item. The following person commented:
Dr. Donald Getz
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield,
to adopt the Planning Staff's recommenda tions for the text amendment.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY and the ordinance entitled,
"An Ordinance of the County of New Hanover Amending the Zoning OrdinancE
of New Hanover Adopted October 6, 1969", was ADOPTED.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE II, DEFINITIONS,
ARTICLE V, TABLE OF PERMITTED USES: AND OTHER PERTINENT SECTIONS
CONCERNING REQUIREMENTS FOR "RESORT" HOTEL/MOTEL (CONTINUED)
A copy of the Ordinance as adopted and signed is contained
ln Exhibit Book IX, Page 29.
BREAK
Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break at
9:20 o'clock P.M. until 9:30 o~clock P.M.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENTS TO
THE COMMERCIAL, OFFICE AND INSTITUTIONAL AND INDUSTRIAL ZONING
DISTRICTS CONCERNING THE HEIGHT, SIZE, AND SETBACKS OF BUILDINGS
---- Planning Director Hayes gave the background information and
stated the Planning Board's recommendations for approval at a
Special Meeting held on December 14, 1982.
Chairman Gottovi opened the floor to the public. The
following persons commented in opposition of the zoning ordinance
text amendments.
Mr. Bill Humble
Mr. Henry Johnson
Mr. J. B. Gerald
Dr. Donald Getz
Mr. Stirewalt
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield
that the Board not take action on this text amendment and allow
Mr. Humble to meet with the Planning Director and postpone this
Public Hearing until the first meeting in February. Upon vote,
the motion was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT
TO ARTICLE III, PLAT PREPARATION AND APPROVAL PROCEDURE, SECTION
4.2 CONCERNING RECERTIFICATION OF PRELIMINARY PLATS
Planning Director Hayes gave the background information on
the text amendment and stated that the Planning Board recommended
approval.
Chairman Gottovi asked is there was anyone present who wished
to comment on this item. No one appeared.
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield,
to adopt the Planning Staff's recommendations for the text amendment.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY and the ordinance entitled,
"An Ordinance of the County of New Hanover, North Carolina Amending
the Subdivision Regulations of New Hanover County adopted February
17, 1969", was ADOPTED.
A copy of the Ordinance as adopted and signed, lS contained
ln Exhibit Book IX, Page 29.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TO
ARTICLE V, DISTRICT REGULATIONS, SECTION 50-A TABLE OF PERMITTED
USES BY CHANGING THE ZONING CATEGORY OF ELECTRIC/GAS AND SANITARY
SERVICES TO PUBLIC ELECTRIC/GAS AND SANITARY SERVICES
Planning Director Hayes gave the background information and
stated that the Planning Board considered this request at their
meeting on November 4, 1982, and recommended denial.
Dr. Donald Getz, the petitioner, and Mr. Henry Johnson
appeared before the Board to speak in favor of changing the
zoning classification.
Chairman Gottovi, MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields
that the request for zoning be denied. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 4, 1983 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT
TO ARTICLE II, DEFINITIONS, SECTION 23, CONCERNING ACCESSORY
BUILDINGS AND LOTS
Planning Director Hayes gave the background information on
the text amendm~nt and stated that the Planning Board recommended
denial to revise the definition of Accessory Building and Use
and recommends the following additional changes.
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1. Amend Article V, District Regulations,
Section 50-A, Table of Permitted Uses by
changing Accessory Building to read
Accessory Building or Use;
2. Amend Section 23-17, Lot to read as follows:
Section 23-17 Lot - For purposes of this
Ordinance, a lot is one or more contiguous
properties, or portions thereof, not s~paiated
by a public right-of-way. Such lots shall be
of sufficient size to meet minimum zoning
requirements for use, coverage, and area and to
provide such yards and open space as are herein
required for the location of a principal building
or use and its accessory buildings and uses.
(Suggested changes underlined.)
Mr. Sky Conklin, Supt. of Inspections for New Hanover County,
commented on the interpretation of the ordinance at this time and
recommended changes proposed by the Planning Board.
Chairman Gottovi asked if there was anyone present who
wished to speak in favor of the ordinance. The following persons
commented:
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Mr. Henry Johnson
Dr. Donald Getz
Mr. J. B. Gerald
Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake denial
to revise the definition of Accessory Building and Use but to approve
the recommendations of the Planning Staff as listed above in Items
1 and 2. Also, included in the MOTION, Chairman Gottovi MOVED,
SECONDED By Commissioner Blake, that further study be made of the
Accessory Building or Use in order to develop a plan that will eli-
minate lots being divided by zoning districts. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PROPOSED LOCAL LEGISLATION
County Manager Cooper presented to the Board the proposed
local legislation that must be forwarded to the General Assembly
no later than April 1, 1983. He pointed out the need for a meeting
to be scheduled as soon as possible with our local legislators and
the Board of Commissioners. Commissioner O'Shields suggested that
Chairman Gottovi contact the legislators and arrange for them to
attend a morning Board Meeting either in January or February,
preferably January.
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After discussion by County Attorney Pope with reference to
proposed local bills, it was agreed by concensus of the Board for
Chairman Gottovi to contact our local legislators forwarding the
proposed local bills, and arranging for them to attend the January
17, 1983, Board Meeting. It was also agreed that an additional
bill be prepared by County Attorney Pope to delete New Hanover County
from the provisions of the General Statutes relating to vacancies
on Boards of Commissioners in certain counties. The following bills
were forwarded to the local legislators.-
A. A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY,
TO EXERCISE ITS FULL POWER FOR PLANNING AND
REGULATION OF DEVELOPMENT TO INCLUDE LAND AND
WATER USES IN THAT PORTION OF THE STATE'S
PUBLIC TRUST AREAS THAT CD IN::: IDES WITH THE
BOUNDARIES OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY.
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PROPOSED LOCAL LEGISLATION (CONTINUED)
B. A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY TO
CLOSE RAODS OR EASEMENTS THAT HAVE BEEN OFFERED
FOR DEDICATION BUT NEVER ACCEPTED BY A PUBLIC
BODY.
C. A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY TO
NAME ALL ROADS PUBLIC AND PRIVATE AND ASSIGN STREET
NUMBERS IN UNINCORPORATED AREAS.
D. A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO WAIVE COMPLIANCE
WITH CERTAIN STATUTES IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW
HANOVER COUNTY REFUSE FIRED STEAM GENERATING
FACILITY.
E. A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT TO ADD NEW HANOVER
COUNTY TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE GENERAL STATUTES
RELATING TO ATTACHMENT OR GARNISHMENT AND LIEN FOR
AMBULANCE SERVICE IN CERTAIN COUNTIES.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
STATUS OF CONNECTION OF SUN COURT TO NORTHEAST INTERCEPTOR
Commissioner O'Shields requested County Manager Cooper to
check into the status of the connection of Sun Court to the
Northeast Interceptor. After discussion, it was the consensus
of the Board fqr County Manager Cooper to check into this matter
and report back to the Board.
STATUS OF DRAINAGE STUDY COMMISSION (DRAINAGE TASK FORCE)
Commissioner Blake reported to the Board that Dr. Eakins
had contacted him requesting a definite time be scheduled for
the Commissioners to meet with the Drainage Study Commission
to address the drainage problems in New Hanover County. Dr.
Eakins feels that some type of action should be taken immediately.
After discussion by County Manager Cooper, suggesting that
this issue be addressed at a later date, it was the consensus
of the Board to advise the Board of Health that the Commissioners
will be addressing this issue shortly and will inform them
of action taken to this point.
APPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM G. SMITH TO NEW HANOVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commisisoner Barfield
to appoint Mr. William G. Smith to the New Hanover Memorial Hospital
Board of Trustees to serve an unexpired term ending September 30,
1986. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
REAPPOINTMENT OF W. T. CHILDS, BARBARA BRAY, AND JIM MILLER TO
THE CBA TASK FORCE
----It was agreed by consensus of the Board to reappoint Mr.
W. T. Childs; Mrs. Barbara Bray; and Mr. Jim Miller to serve
3-year terms on the CBA Task Force.
REAPPOINTMENT OF L. O. GOODYEAR TO THE PLUMBING BOARD OF
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EXAMINERS
It was agreed by consensus of the Board to reappoint Mr.
L. o. Goodyear to the Plumbing Board of Examiners for a 3-
year term expiring December 1, 1985.
APPOINTMENT OF JON L. MOON TO THE OFFENDER AID AND RESTORATION
BOARD
By consensus ofvthe Board, Mr. Jon L. Moon was appointed to
the Offender Aid and Restoration Board to fill an unexpired term
ending September 30, 1983.
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS
(CONTINUED)
APPOINTMENT OF DR. JAMES C. SABELLA TO THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY
PLANNING BOARD
By consensus of the Board, Dr. James C. Sabella was appointed
to the New Hanover County Planning Board to fill an unexpired
term ending July 31, 1985.
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REQUEST BY THE CITY OF WILMINGTON TO SCHEDULE A MEETING WITH
BOTH BOARDS TO DISCUSS THE POSSIBLE MERGING OF PARKS AND
RECREATION SERVICES
A letter from Mayor Halterman was presented to the Beard
requesting a meeting of both boards be scheduled to discuss the
possible merger of parks and recreation services on a county-
wide basis. After discussion, it was the consensus of the
Board to request the City to take action on a resolution
forwarded to the City on December 21, 1982, concerning fees
charged to county residents to participate in city recreational
programs. Once the fees question has been settled, the Commis-
sioners may then want to pursue the concept of consolidation.
UPDATE OF JUDGE BRITT'S ACTION ON THE HAZARDOUS WASTE SITES
Chairman Gottovi requested an update on Judge Britt's
ruling of hazardous waste sites. County Attorney Pope
discussed the issue and assured the BOard that he would keep
them abreast of any new developments.
BUDGET AMENDMENT - COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
The following amendments were presented by County Manager
Cooper to appropriate unanticipated funds created by the fire
at Carolina Beach Elementary School:
Debit - Acct. # 2-4840-00-000, Insurance Proceeds $33,103
I Credit- Acct. # 2-5100-01-411, Instructional Supplies 10,286
Acct. .# 2-5100-01-431, Library Books 3,344
Acct. # 2-6540-01-412, Custodial Supplies 984
Acct. # 2-6580-01-169, Salaries-Other Crafts&Trades 3,440
Acct. # 2-6580-01-325, Contract Services 9,486
Acct. # 2-6580,-01-416, Repair Parts - Buildings 5,563
Debit - Acct. # 4-4840-:-0.0-000 '_ Insurance Proceeds $194,945
<;redit- Acct. # 4-9100-01-529.06 Misc. Contracts -C.B. 181,764
#.4-9200-01-541.03 Purchase of Equip.-C.B. 13,181
Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi
approval of the Budget Amendments appropriating unanticipated
funds in the amount of $225,048. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
OFFER TO SALE COUNTY PROPERTY - 811 DOCK STREET
County Manager Cooper reported to the Board that the County
had received an offer to sale the 811 Dock Street property for
$1,200 which is considerably low according to the 1982 tax
evaluation. After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Blake that the offer be rejected and
to proceed demolishing all three units.
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ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT - CITY OF WILMINGTON
County Manager Cooper presented an Encroachment Agreement
with the City of Wilmington for the stringing of a telephone
cable between the County Administration Building and the County's
Fifth Street Office Building. On MOTION by Chairman Gottovi,
SECONDED by Commiss ioner Blake, the Board voted UNAN.IM.oUSL Y. for
Chairman Gottovi to sign the Encroachment Agreeement with the
amendment in the amount of Comprehensive General Liability
insurance being chanqed from $1,000,000 to $500,000.
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS - (CONTINUED)
PURCHASE OF ARTIFACTS ~ROM THE BLOCKADE RUNNER MUSEUM
County Manager Cooper suggested deferral of action on the
$5,000 given by the City to the County for the purchase of arti-
facts from the Blockade Runner Museum. He stated that further
work needs to be done before proceeding on this lssue. It was
the consensus of the Board to DEFER action.
WORK SESSION - RETREAT
County Manager Cooper suggested the scheduling of a working
retreat to discuss in detail some of the long-range policy decisions
without interruption from the outside. After discussion, it was
the consensus of the Board to schedule a working retreat for
February 11 and 12, 1983, with the County Manager arranging all
detail s.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield
that the meeting be adjourned. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 10:55 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lucie F. Smith, Clerk
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JANUARY 17, 1983
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in
Regular Session on Monday, January 17, 1983, at 9:00 o'clock A.M.
in the Assembly Room, New Hanover County Administration Building,
Wilmington, North Carolina.
Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr.:
Donald P. Blake: Nolan O'Neal: Claud O'Shields, Jr.: Chairman
Karen E. Gottovi: County Manager G. Felix Cooper: County Attorney
Robert W. Pope: and Clerk to the Board Lucie F. Smith.
Chairman Gottovi called the meeting to order.
Rev. Robert Behnke, Pastor Messiah Lutheran Church, gave the
invocation.
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO FORMER CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, DONALD ~
BLAKE
Chairman Gottovi, on behalf of the Board, presented a plaque
to Commissioner Donald P. Blake expressing appreciation for his
term of Chairmanship from December 1981 to December 1982.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETINGS: DECEMBER 20, 1982, AND
JANUARY 4-:-1982
Chairman Gottovi asked to be excused from voting on approval
of the minutes for the Regular Meeting of December 20, 1982, due
to the fact that she was out-of-town. Commissioner Blake MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields, that Chairman Gottovi be
excused from the voting. Upon vote, the motion carried
UNANIMOUSLY.
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