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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-03-21 Regular Meeting 259 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 21, 1983 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, March 21, 1983, at 8:30 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 Man~ger G~ Felix Cooper, County Attorney Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board Lucie F. Smith. I Chairman Gottovi called the meeting to order. Reverend N. H. Daniels, Pastor of Price Cathedral A.M.E. Zion Church, gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR SPECIAL MEETING, MARCH 2, 1983 AND REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 7, 1983 Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield that the minutes of the Special Meeting of March 2, 1983, be approved as presented. Upon vote, the motion CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 7, 1983, be approved as presented. Upon vote the motion CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Upon MOTION by Commissioner O'Shields, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake, the following Consent Agenda items were UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED: REPORT OF COLLECTOR OF REVENUE THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 1983 A copy of the Report of the Collector of Revenue through February 28, 1983, as approved is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 8. I APPROVAL OF TAX ABATEMENTS AND REFUNDS A copy of the list of tax abatements and refunds as approved is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 8. APPROVAL OF SERGEANT POSITION FROM TEMPORARY TO PERMANENT - SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved a r.equest to change a -temporary Sergeant Position to a permanent Sergeant position in t~e_ Sheriff's Operating Budget. EASEMENT RELOCATION - NORTHEAST INTERCEPTOR - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized Chairman Gottovi to execute a deed transferring an easement to Ray Beck from New Hanover County. This easement will replace the one the County is transferring to Ray Beck. The reason for the change in easement locations is to prevent possible damage to a large oak tree. ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER TO PURCHASE SURPLUS PROPERTY The Commissioners adopted a resolution accepting an offer to purchase surplus real property from the City of Wilmington located at 701-703 Campbell Street, 610 S. 11th Street, and Cape Fear Boulevard. A copy of the Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 9. I PACKAGE TREATMENT PLAN - LANDFILL - AWARD OF LOW BID - EAST COAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized Chairman Gottovi to execute a contract with East Coast Construction Company, the low bidder, for installation of a Package Treatment Plant for the landfill in the amount of $23,465. The funds are allocated in the Landfill Construction Budget. DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT The Commissioners authorized the Finance Director to negotiate the sale of surplus property at the Airport and to accept the following offers to purchase: 2 6 0 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 21, 1983 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT (CONTINUED) Motor Grades MBI Fire Truck Craftsman Tablesaw - $1,000 from Mr. LeRoy Parker - $ 200 from Mr. LeRoy Parker - $ 25 from Mr. John R. Sikes NORTHEAST INTERCEPTOR - AMENDMENT TO EPA GRANT - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized County Manager Cooper to execute an agreement with the Environmental Protection Agency amend- ing the eligible project cost and grant amount on the final payment from $139,834 to $136,149. BUDGET AMENDMENT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved a Budget Amendment to permit Ms. Tabandeh Zand to attend two Therapeutic Nutrition Work- shops as follows: Debit Credit - Acct. #11 3514 371, Revenue-State Grant-WIC -$250 Acct. #11 5141 520, Travel, Meetings & Schools $250 BUDGET AMENDMENT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved a Budget Amendment allocating funds to be used to purchase additional supplies for the Maternal Child Health Program as follows: Debit - Acct. #11 3516 376, Revenue-Maternal Child Health $3,914 Credit - Acct. #11 5162 382, Postage $ 50 Acct. #11 5162 392, M & R Equipment 89 Acct. #11 5162 411, Printing 70 Acct. #11 5162 421, Departmental Supplies 1,615 Acct. #11 5162 510, Auto Allowance 440 Acct. #11 5162 520, Travel, Meetings & Schools 150 Acct. #11 5162 640, Capital Outlay 1,500 JOINT CITY/COUNTY DISCUSSION ON RECREATION PROGRAMS AND FEES - RECREATION TASK FORCE TO BE ESTABLISHED Chairman Gottovi, on behalf of the County Commissioners, welcomed members of the Wilmington City Council and Town of Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen stating that this joint meeting had been requested by the City of Wilmington to discuss recreation programs and activities throughout New Hanover County. There were no representatives present from the towns of Carolina Beach or Kure Beach. Mayor Ben Halterman explained the recreation services and facilities provided by the City of Wilmington to all county residents, including surrounding counties, and the rationale for the practice of charging fees to New Hanover County residents not residing in the City of wilmington participating in City sponsored activities. Mr. Robert G. Co~b, City Manager, gave a breakdown of the revenues received from the fees charged. Mr. John Poole, Director of Parks & Recreation for the Town of Wrightsville Beach, gave background information on the policies and fees charged by the beach. After discussion, it was the consensus of all members present to form a Recreation Task Force consisting of elected officials from the Wilmington City Council, New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, and other municipalities to study the recreation programs, facilities, and fees currently being used in New Hanover County. In order to provide background information to this committee, the Parks & Recreation staffs of the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County and Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen were requested to prepare an inventory of programs and facilities used for the past year. This report is to be forwarded to the members of the Recreation Task Force prior to their first meeting. Mayor Ben Halterman expressed his appreciation to the Commissioners for scheduling time to meet and discuss the recreation matter. ~ 261 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 21, 1983 (CONTINUED) BREAK -----Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 9:13 o'clock A.M. to 9:30 o'clock A.M. I ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS TO CAROLINA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY - THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES AND POLLUTION CONTROL FINANCING AUTHORITY Mr. Wallace Murchison, Attorney representing the Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control Financing Authority, appeared before the Commissioners requesting approval of a resolution authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds in the principal amount of $5,970,000 refinancing the three year bonds issued in 1980. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve the resolution authorizing the issuance of the revenue bonds. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 9. HOUSE BILL 351 - GS 153A-77 - BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AUTHORITY EXPANDED FOR CERTAIN COUNTIES County Manager Cooper recommended the possibility of being included under the provisions of GS 153A-77 now being amended by House Bill 351 to provide that a Board of County Commissioners with a population in excess of 160,000 is authorized to assume direct control of activities previously conducted by or through the local Board of Health, Social Services Board, Area Mental Health Board, or any other commission, board, or agency appointed by the Commissioners. County Manager Cooper pointed out the amount of funding the County contributes to these boards and agencies without the County having statutory control over them. I After discussion Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to ask Representatives Harry Payne and Tom Rabon to notify the introducer, Representative Beam, to add New Hanover County to the bill and follow the necessary procedures suggested by our local representatives for this addition. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. It was also the consensus of the Board, upon the suggestion of Commissioner O'Neal, to stress to the present boards and agencies that by requesting the County to be added to this bill is not a criticism or displeasure with the functioning of these boards. REPEAL OF LOCAL ACTS CONCERNING THE PROFESSIONAL BONDSMEN, AND NEW HANOVER COUNTY LAW LIBRARY County Attorney Pope gave background information on the request of Ms. Louise D. Rehder, Clerk of Superior Court, to repeal the Bail Bondsmen Act and Law Library Act since these local acts are in direct conflict with the State Statutes. He recommended approval of a bill to repeal these acts. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to approve a bill repealing these acts and forward this bill to our local legislators for further action. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the Bill is contained In Exhibit Book X, Page 10. I APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE REGULATING DISPLAY OF SEXUALLY EXPLICIT MATERIAL County Attorney Pope presented an amended Display Ordinance incorporating changes requested at the February 21, 1983, Board meeting. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak on this item. Mr. Jim McInnis commented stating that he was in favor of the amended ordinance. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to adopt the proposed ordinance. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 262 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 21, 1983 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE REGULATING DISPLAY OF SEXUALLY EXPLICIT MATERIAL (CONTINUED) A copy of the Display Ordinance in the form of an amendment to the Offenses Ordinance, Chapter 12 of the New Hanover County Code is filed in the Clerk's Office pending inclusion in the County Code. AMENDMENT TO THE OFFENSES ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 12 OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY CODE - ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES PROHIBITED ON COUNTY PROPERTY County Manager Cooper explained that the amendment to this ordinance has been proposed to give the County some form of control over the use of alcoholic beverages on County property since at the present time there is no ordinance that addresses this problem. The County has received numerous complaints, particularly in the Park Facilities and Ballfields of persons flagrantly consuming alcoholic beverages and becoming a nuisance to other persons using the facilities. Commissioner O'Neal expressed his concern for the ordinance including all county property and what the implications might be if this ordinance is rigidly enforced. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields, MOVED SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve the amendment to the ordinance with the County Manager preparing a set-of policies and guidelines regulating the enforcement of this ordinance which is to be presented to the Commissioners for approval. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioners Barfield, Blake, O'Shields and Chairman Gottovi. Voting Noe: Commissioner O'Neal Since the vote was not unanimous, this amendment to the Offenses Ordinance was not adopted. BREAK Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 10:05 o'clock_A., M. until 10:25 o'clock A. M. APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE WILMINGTON-NEW HANOVER SERVICES FOR THE AGING TO BECOME A COUNTY DEPARTMENT Ms. Dolli B. Asbury, Executive Director of the Wilmington-New Hanover Services for the Aging, appeared before the Commissioners to request approval of a resolution prepared by the Services for the Aging Board authorizing this agency to become a County Department. After discussion, Commissioner Barfield expressed his concern for assuring the current staff that they will not be out of jobs due to the transition. County Manager Cooper assured the Commissioners that he and his staff will be as fair as possible in the transition and that there is no reason to believe that these employees will not meet the quali- fications acceptable for these positions. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED. SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi to adopt a-'resohlt-ion_authorizing the Vhlmington-New Hanover Services for, the Aging to become a County Department. Upon vote the following resolution was ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. RESOLUTION WHEREAS, there is a need to eliminate the fragmentation that exists at the local level between the many health, mental health, social service, recreation, employment, and other programs under Federal, State, and local auspices that serve or directly affect older persons; WHEREAS, there is a need to effect a more appropriate match between the problems of older persons and existing services with the additional benefit of identifying service deficiencies; " 263 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 21, 1983 (CONTINUED) 'APPROVAL OE~A_RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE WILMINGTON-NEW HANOVER SERVICES FOR THE AGING TO BECOME A COUNTY DEPARTMENT (CONTINUED) WHEREAS, there is a need for an advocate in government and to stimulate more public awareness on the local level of the condition of its older population and their problems; WHEREAS, there is a need for improved coordination and efficient use of local funds for services to the elderly; and I WHEREAS, there is a need for more stability in funding the programs for the aging and more solid financial backing for the senior center; now therefore BE IT RESOLVED that New Hanover County will establish a County Department of Aging Services with all rights and restrictions of other County Departments under the County Manager with the following provlslons: 1. Strong consideration will be given to employing personnel now employed by the Services for Aging. 2. Salaries and benefits of aging personnel will be in line with County policies now in existence. 3. The County will apply to Action for change of sponsorship for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, and accept the responsibility as Grantee with this program becoming a part of the Department of Aging Services Program. 4. The effective date will be July 1, 1983. DISCUSSION OF TAX LEGISLATION - HOUSE BILLS 202 THROUGH 208 Tax Administrator Powell gave background information on House Bills 202 through 208 explaining how this tax legislation will affect New Hanover County. He was in favor of House Bills 204, 206, 207, and 208 as presented; however, he recommended changes to House Bills 202, 203, and 205. I After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to have Tax Administrator draft a letter reflecting the recommended changes for the Chairman's signature to be forwarded to our local representatives with a copy to the Commissioners. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. DISCUSSION OF 1983 BOARD OF EQUALIZATION & REVIEW - TAX DEPARTMENT Tax Administrator Powell stated that his office had received 5,946 inquiries and/or complaints for informal hearings due to the 1983 property revaluations, and that after review by the Appraisal Staff; five of these complaints should be brought before the Board of Equalization and Review. Mr. Powell suggested setting a day aside for these hearings. The Commissioners expressed their appreciation to the Appraisal Staff for the many hours devoted to the handling of these inquiries and complimented them on a job well done. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to have the Equalization and Review Board meet on April 25, 1983, at 9:00 A.M. in the Tax Office Conference Room on the Second Floor of the County Administration Building. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. I DISCUSSION OF APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS County Manager Cooper stated the need for establishing guidelines and procedures to be followed by the Board when filling vacancies on the various boards, committees, and commissions. He stressed the importance of allowing adequate time for this selection process suggesting the possibility of scheduling a Special Meeting periodically for this purpose. Sample copies of resolutions adopted and being used by other counties were studied and discussed by the Commissioners. After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to request County Manager Cooper to prepare a draft of a resolution incorporating the items discussed and present at a later date to the Commissioners for review. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 264 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 21, 1983 (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS (CONTINUED) Mr. Mike Vaughan commented on the placement of public notices in the newspaper stating that he felt these ads should be placed in a well publicized section of the paper. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to use display ads when advertising for vacancies placing these ads and other public notices in the section of the newspaper as required by the North Carolina General Statutes. CORRECTION OF APPOINTMENT OF CHERI ALLEN TO THE CITY/COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTRICAL EXAMINERS Lucie Smith, Clerk to the Board, explained that at the regular meeting of March 7, 1983, Ms. Cheri Allen was appointed to serve a two-year term on the City/County Board of Electrical Examiners in the category of Electrical Consultant Engineer. Upon checking into the qualifications of Ms. Allen, it was discovered that she is not an electrical engineer and would not qualify for this appointment. However, Mr. G. W. Graves, a current board member, gave the clerk notification of his retirement stating that he will not be able to continue to serve on the board effective March 1, 1983. Ms. Allen would qualify to fill his unexpired term ending February 16, 1984. After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to appoint Ms. Allen to fill the unexpired term of Mr. G. W. Graves and seek qualified applicants to fill the electrical consultant engineer category. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. NON-AGENDA ITEMS - GENERAL PUBLIC PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF A DRAFT CHARTER TO INCORPORATE THE VILLAGE OF_SPARTINA IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY Mr. Victor Taylor appeared before the Commissioners with a local bill entitled, "An Act To Incorporate The Village of Spartina in New Hanover County," requesting a Public Hearing be held by the County Commissioners or endorsement of the Commissioners to permit his group to organize a Town Meeting to discuss and answer questions with reference to this bill. Commissioner O'Shields expressed his concern for this attempt to incorporate the Village of Spartina in New Hanover County and stated that he was opposed to this incorporation or the incorpor~ ation of any areas of this county. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak on this issue. Mr. M. H. Vaughan commented in favor of the incorporation. Mrs. P. R. Smith commented in favor of the incorporation. After discussion, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Comm- issioner Barfield that the Board not endorse this proposal at this time due to the time restraints and lack of specific infor- mation. It was also the consensus of the Board to authorize Chairman Gottovi to notify our local representatives in Raleigh of the Commissioners opposition to this bill. ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SUPPORT OF AIR TRAEFIC .CONTROL-_TOWER - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT Commissioner O'Neal stated that'the proposed air traffic control tower for the New Hanover County Airport had been placed in the Federal Aviation Administration's Fiscal Year 1984 Budget. He stressed the dire need for this tower and suggested authorizing Chairman Gottovi to write each member of the Committee on the Budget and Committee on Appropriations. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to write the subcommittees uring their support for the air traffic tower stressing the safety factors. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. " MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 21, 1983 (CONTINUED) 265 ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER COURTHOUSE DEVELOPMENT TASK FORCE County Manager Cooper presented a proposal prepared by the City of Wilmington and New Hanover County establishing a Courthouse Development Task Force. He also presented a proposal prepared by Eugene Merritt, Jr. I After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi to adopt the presented proposal establishing a Courthouse Development Task Force with Donald P. Blake as the representative for the County Commissioners. It was also MOVED that Chairman Gottovi write a letter to each agency participating on the task force requesting their recommendations for appointment of a representative from their agency. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. LEGISLATIVE BRIEFING - APRIL 28, 1983 County Manager Cooper stated the importance of the Legislative Briefing to be held in Raleigh on Thursday, April 28, 1983, and encouraged all members to attend if at all possible. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have a reception and dinner with our local legislators on Wednesday, April 27, 1983, with County Manger Cooper working out the logistics. DESIGNATION OF LEAD AGENCY FOR COORDINATING THE CHEESE AND BUTTER PROGRAM County Manager Cooper stated that the Department of Human Resources had requested designation of a lead agency to serve as coordinator for ordering and delivering cheese and butter. I After discussion, Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to designate the Department of Social Services to act as the lead agency for coordinating the cheese and butter program. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. REQUEST BY TOWN OF WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH TO PARTICIPATE IN THE YOUTH JOINT CENTER PROJECT County Manager Cooper stated that the Town of Wrightsville Beach had requested the County to participate in the Youth Joint Center Project wherein the County would match funds to hire some students for summer work. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to place this item on the March 24, 1983, Agenda for the joint meeting of the County Commissioners with the Board of Aldermen. The Commissioners also requested County Manager Cooper to prepare a report reflecting the revenue sharing and appropriated items that the County has made to Wrightsville Beach in the past five years. WILMINGTON/NEW HANOVER COUNTY INSURANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE County Manager Cooper stated that the Wilmington/New Hanover County Insurance Advisory Committee has requested to include Carolina Beach in its services provided to this area. I It was the consensus of the Board to request County Manger Cooper to inform Mr. Carlton Allegood, Executive Secretary of the Wilmington/New Hanover County Insurance Advisory Committee, to include Carolina Beach in services provided by this agency. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE CONTINUATION OF REVENUE SHARING The North Carolina Association of County Commissioners request the adoption of a resolution endorsing the continuation of revenue sharing and forwarding copies of this resolution to the North Carolina Congressional Delegation. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to adopt this resolution. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 266 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 21, 1983 (CONTINUED) ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE CONTINUATION OF REVENUE SHARING (CONTINUED) A copy of the resolution lS contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 10. ADDITION OF ROAD TO STATE SECONDARY ROAD SYSTEM The Commissioners were requested to adopt a resolution authorizing the addition of the following road to the State Secondary Road System: Fredrickson Road - Off L.V. Sutton Power Plant Road Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adopt this resolution. A copy of the resolution lS contained In Exhibit Book X, Page 10. APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS TO SERVE ON COUNTY-WIDE RECREATION TASK FO RCE Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi to appoint Commissioners Barfield, O'Shields, and O'Neal to serve as a Comm- ittee representing the County Commissioners on the County-wide Recreation Task Force. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. POSTPONEMENT OF COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS After discussion, it was the consensus of the. Board to defer appointments to the Southeastern Economic Development Commission, Nursing Home Advisory Committee, wilmington/New Hanover Port, Waterway and Beach Commission, and New Hanover County Health Depart- ment until the next regularly scheduled meeting on April 5, 1983. DISCUSSION - MOTOR FREIGHT CARRIER SUIT County Attorney Pope stated that the Motor Freight Carrier Suit had been won by the State and counties but that a second suit had been filed. He asked the Commissioners if they would be willing to permit him to discuss settlement immediately upon receipt of notice of the second suit, or if they would prefer him preparing the settlement figures and reporting back to the Board. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have County Attorney Pope report back to the Commissioners with the actual figures. UPDATE ON LOCAL INCINERATOR BILL County Attorney Pope updated the Commissioners on the local incinerator bill stating that Representative Payne had some reservations about introducing a bill relating to what we have done but he indicated that he would consider local legislation for any actions that we might wish to take in the future. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to draft a bill to be introduced by April 1, 1983. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 12:58 o'clock P.M. ~e pectful)Y submitted, . '<7~~ L ie F. Smith, Clerk t---..