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1983-05-16 Regular Meeting MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 9, 1983 (CONTINUED) LEGISLATIVEUPDATE - NEW HANOVER 'GOUNTY PUBLIC TRUST WATERS BILL Commissioner 0' Shields gave an update on the local Puhlic. Trust Waters Bill stating that it had received favorable reports from the Water and Air Committee. He stated that he had been asked if the County would have a problem with this bill being rerouted through the Natural and Economic Resources Committee in order for this committee to study the bill for statewide application. Commissioner O'Shields stated that he requested Staff Attorney Silliman to prepare a summary of justifications for this bill to present to the Natural Economic Resources Committee. 297 I EXECUTIVE SESSION Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield that the meeting be recessed to Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting to Executive Session at 12:03 o'clock P. M. Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to reCOl.1Vene the meeting to Public Session at 12: 50 0' clock P.M. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. NEWS CONFERENCE Chairman Gottovi stated that a News Conference would be held at 2:30 o'clock P.M. in the Assembly Room of the County Administration Building by County Manager Cooper to discuss a personnel problem. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 1:00 o'clock P.M. I Respectfully submitted, ~v:~ Lucie F. Smith, Clerk MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, May 16, 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.; 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. Commissioner Donald P. Blake was absent. Chairman Gottovi called the meeting to order. Reverend Wayne Barkley, Pastor of the First Assembly of Go~ gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 2, 1983 Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 2, 1983, be approved as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: I Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi r Absent: Commissioner Blake APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Upon MOTION by Commissioner Barfield, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal, the following Consent Agenda items were approved. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Comm~ss~oner BarfieLd CommlSSloner 8'Neal CommlSSloner 'Shlelds Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake--',,--, , 298 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGEN~~ (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF THE REPORT OF REVENUE ,THROUGH APRIL 30, 1983 A copy of the Report of the Collector of Revenue through April 30, 1983, as approved is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 16. APPROVAL OF TAX ABATEMENTS AND REFUNDS A copy of the list of tax abatements and refunds as approved lS contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 16. PUBLIC AUCTION - SURPLUS EQUIPMENT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY LIBRARY Finance Director Andrew J. Atkinson was authorized to sell surplus library equipment at the next County Auction to be scheduled before June 30, 1983. ADDITION OF ROADS TO STATE SECONDARY SYSTEM The Commissioners adopted resolutions authorizing the addition of the following roads to the State Secondary Road System: Southgate Subdivision, Section 2 (Div. File #473-N) Bent Tree Subdivision, (Div. File #472-N) Runnymead Subdivision, (Div. File #463-N) Arrowhead Subdivision, Sect-ions 11 & 12, (Div. File #474-N) Smith Creek Estates, Section 2A, 2B, & 2C (Div. File #452-N) Copies of the resolutions are contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 16. SALE OF EXPOSED X-RAY FILM - HEALTH DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized the Health Department to negotiate the sale of approximately 4,500 pounds of exposed X-ray film for its silver content. Revlis Recovery Company, Inc. has offered $1.95 per pound with a 5% deposit on such bid. OFFER TO PURCHASE LAND FOR COMMUNITY PARK - PARKWOOD SUBDIVISION The Commissioners authorized County Manager Cooper to make an offer to purchase four (4) acres of land adjacent to Parkwood Estates Subdivision in the amount of $20,000 for a community park in Parkwood Subdivision. BUDGET AMENDMENT - CORONER'S OFFICE The Commissioners approved a Budget Amendment in the amount of $5,400 for medical examiners fees in the Coroner's Office as follows: Debit - Acct. #11 9800 911, Contingencies Credit - Acct. #11 4360 326, Professional Services $5,400 $5,400 CHANGE ORDER G-5, JUDICIAL BUILDING - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved Change Order G-5 for additional pay telephones, electrical outlets, and enlargement of the Judge's bench in the Superior Courtrooms to accommodate the Appeals Court with a net increase in the contract of $524 as reflected in the following Budget Amendment: Debit - Acct. #48 4708 621, General Contractor Credit - Acct. #48 9800 911, Contingencies $3,584 $3,584 BUDGET AMENDMENT APPROVED BY THE COUNTY MANAGER The following Budget Amendment was approved by and is being reported to the Commissioners for record: the County Manager entry into the Internal Audit - Finance Department - To transfer funds to cover cost of a calculator. Debit - Acct. #11 4123 421, Department Supplies #11 4131 421, Department Supplies Credit - Acct. #11 4131 640, Capital Outlay $ 165 $ 63 $ 229 DELETION OF ITEMS NO. 7 AND 8 FROM THE AGENDA Chairman Gottovi- stated that Items No. 7 and 8 are to be removed from the agenda due to circumstances beyond control and will be placed on the June 6, 1983, Agenda. ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 (CONTINUED) 299 NON-AGENDA ITEMS - GENERAL PUBLIC Chairman Gottovi asked if anyOne present wished to speak on an item not listed on the agenda. The following person commented: Mr. Eugene W. Merritt, Executive Director of N. C. I-40, Inc., appeared before the Commissioners stressing the importance of the completion of Highway I-40 to the economic growth of New Hanover County and requested support of the County Commissioners and the citizens of New Hanover County encouraging them to write letters to the governor and newspaper. I PUBLIC HEARING - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PORTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM County Manager Cooper gave background information on the Community Development Block Grant Program explaining that this was the same grant that the County previously applied for with the Seagate Sewer Project but under another section of the grant. He stated that the funds are forwarded from the federal government to the state government with the state determining the eligibility criteria. He also stated that the County will be meeting with the Southeastern Economic Development Commission to explore how the County can further obtain funds to create jobs under direct federal programs. Planner Alfred Dixon appeared before the Commissioners stating that this was the first of two Public Hearings to be held for the purpose of soliciting proposals for projects that would be eligible for funding under the Economic Development portion of the Community Development Block Grant Program which included activities with a majority of funds being directed toward the promotion, creation, and retention of jobs, enhancing income levels and providing local ownership opportunities principally for persons of low and moderate income. He stated that if anyone present wished to submit a proposal, they should contact Planning Director Dexter Hayes in the Planning Department. I Chairman Gottovi opened the floor to the general public asking if anyone present wished to speak or submit a proposal for this program. No one commented. The Public Hearing was closed. PUBLIC HEARING - STREET RENAMINGS - PORTION OF PORTERS NECK SOUND FRONT ROAD, PORTERS NECK ROAD, AND CHERRY AVENUE Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the renaming of the above-referenced streets stating that the main purpose of this action was to avoid duplication of names alleviating current problems with county maps, emergency services and mail service. He stated that the property owners living on these streets had been mailed letters informing them of the renaming of their street and that the Planning Department has received no complaints. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak on this issue. The following persons commented: I Mr. Ruth Worth Mr. Ralph Moore Mr. Tex Dawson Mr. Charlie Johnson Mr. Charlie Baker Mr. E. A. Fernandes Ms. LizB Crouch Mr. Jessie Jones Ms. Gloria After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields moved, seconded by Commissioner Barfield to rename Porters Neck Road (SR 1491) to Futch Creek Road. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissionr Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake A copy of the Ordinance is contained In Exhibit Book X, Page 17. 30 OMINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 (CONTINUED) PUBLIC HEARING - STREET RENAMINGS - PORTION OF PORTERS NECK SOUND FRONT ROAD, PORTERS NECK ROAD, AND CHERRY AVENUE (CONTINUED) After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to rename Cherry Avenue (#40603) to wild Cherry Lane. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake A copy of the Ordinance is contained in Exhbit Book X, Page 17. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have the Planning Department to contact all property owners on SR 1401, Porters Neck Sound Front Road, polling them with a choice of two names as follows and upon receipt of this data, this item will be placed on the June 20, 1983, Agenda for consideration: Bald Eagle Lane Champ Davis Road BREAK Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 9:45 o'clock A.M. to 10:10 o'clock A.M. PUBLIC HEARING - FORMATION OF A COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT County Manager Cooper gave background information on the resolution creating a Water and Sewer District for New Hanover County recommending an adjustment of the original 201 Plan not to include the area of Snow's Cut in the Water and Sewer District. Mr. Henry von Oesen, Consultant for the New Hanover County Sewer System, gave an update on the proposed system presenting a Schedule of Service Connections, a Project Schedule, Schedule of Estimated Flows, Schedule of Proposed Source of Funds, and 0 & M Budget Schedule stating that he felt very comfortable with the plan. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak on this issue. The following persons commented: Mr. M. H. Vaughan Mr. Pete Rhodes After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to adopt the resolution establishing a Water and Sewer District for New Hanover County. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake A copy of the Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 17. BREAK Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 10:55 o'clock A.M. to 11:15 o'clock A.M. JOINT MEETING - AIRPORT COMMISSION - AIR SERVICE ANALYSIS Airport Manager Shackelford and members of the Airport Commission appeared before the Commissioners with the air service analysis prepared by Kurth and Company. Airport Manager Shackelford introduced Mr. Mark S. Suman, a Consultant of Kurth & Company who explained the study and recommended procedures. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adopt the study with implementation of the proposed recommendations and to encourage the Airport Commission and Airport Management to institute a dialogue with Sun Bird and piedmont ~ MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 (CONTINUED) 3\~ "---.. (CONTINUED) JOINT MEETING - AIRPORT COMMISSION - AIR SERVICE ANALYSIS Airlines. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake I A copy of the study is on file in the County Manager's Office. NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT - HNTB CONTRACT AND WORK AUTHORIZATION 83-1 Airport Manager Shackelford gave background information on the contract and work authorization with Howard Needles Tammen and Bergendoff recommending execution of the contract and work authorization with pursuance of matching state funds. He explained that the first work authorization in the amount of $23,000 will confirm the project scope, develop a project schedule, prepare a preliminary construction cost estimate, and produce the multi-year FAA preapplication. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak on this issue. The following person commented: Mr. M. H. Vaughan After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the execution of the contract and work authorization not to exceed $23,000. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi I Absent: Commissioner Blake A copy of the contract and work authorization are on file In the County Manager's Office. CAPE FEAR AREA FARMERS MARKET, INC. - REQUEST FOR LAND Mr. RobertW. Austin, Jr., Vice President of the Cape Fear Area Farmers Market appeared before the Commissioners providing background information on the organization. He stressed the importance of the need to continue direct consumer sales through a Farmers Market requesting that the County provide the land or provide funds for the purchase of this land to construct a permanent market building. He stated that several suitable locations had been found ranging from $60,000 to $65,000 and requested consideration of the Commissioners to provide funding in the amount of $30,000 with the City of Wilmington funding $30,000. He stated that it was his understanding that State funds can be appropriated for construction of a suitable marketing building if the local government provides adequate land. County Manager Cooper stated that state funds are contingent upon the property being donated to a private corporation. Mr. Pete Lewis, Agriculture Extension Officer, stated that this was correct but that the County could be the holding body with a Commission being appointed by the County Commissioners to be the governing body. I Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak on the issue. The following persons commented. Mr. Caroline Maultsby Mr. J. M. Fales After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield for County Manager Cooper to assign the appropriate staff to investigate fhis issue and report back to the Board with recommendations. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal J02 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 (CONTINUED) CAPE FEAR AREA FARMERS MARKET, INC. - REQUEST FOR LAND (CONTINUED) Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATION Human Services Program Analyst McAbee appeared before the Commissioners for approval of the RSVP Grant Application for the Fiscal Year 1983-84 recommending approval of this application. After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to approve the grant application. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake BREAK Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for lunch from 12:30 o'clock P.M. to 1:40 o'clock P.M. NEW HANOVER COUNTY LANDFILL - APPLICATION FOR $0.05 PER CUBIC YARD INCREASE Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve a $0.05 increase per cubic yard at the New Hanover County Landfill becoming effective July 1, 1983, due to the rate increase computed by the U.S. Department of Labor Consumer Price Index. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake DISCUSSION - DEDICATION OF THE JUDICIAL BUILDING After discussion, it was the consensus of the Commissioners to have a ribbon-cutting when the doors are first opened to the Judicial Building inviting Chief Judge Earl Vaughan of the North Carolina Court of Appeals to attend this ceremony and make a few comments. County Manager Cooper is to work out the logistics. Also, it was the consensus of the Commissioners to have a formal dedication when the Judicial Building is completed making the necessary arrangements at that time. TAX LISTING PENALTY - MR. NEILL A ROBERTS County Attorney Pope gave background information on the tax listing penalty explaining that by N . C. Statutes the postdate is the controlling factor and that Mr. Roberts was late in listing his taxes since the postdate was February 6, 1983. Chairman Gottovi asked if Mr. Roberts was present and would he like to comment. No one appeared before the Board. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield, not to release the tax listing penalty due to the postdate of February 6, 1983. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake , MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 (CONTINUED) 30~ RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CLOSE BASIN ROAD IN BASIN VIEW DEVELOPMENT, CAROLINA BEACH, NORTH CAROLINA Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to adopt the Resolution of Intent to close Basin Road. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi I Absent: Commissioner Blake A copy of the Resolution of Intent is contained In Exhibit Book X, Page 17. BUDGET PREPARATION REVIEW County Manager Cooper reviewed the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1983, explaining that the property tax rate to be set by the Commissioners for the fiscal year 1983/84 will be based upon an estimated revalued base of $3,441,000,000 with an anticipated tax rate of $.67/100 per valuation. He stated that his staff had met with each department adjusting budget requests as fairly and reasonably as possible and that the most sizable increases were as follows: Property Management Social Services Solid Waste New Programs Airport Library Merit Increments Health Department Public Safety $ 180,000 285,355 1,936,925 223,000 308,000 62,000 225,000 84,903 252,571 I County Manager Cooper stated that the school system had presented a budget request with an overall increase of $1,918,153 stating that the County did not have the responsibility toevaluate the needs of the school system but that his staff could make recommendations to the Commissioners based on the same guidelines as given to other departments and outside agencies. He stated that the request had been reduced by $66,000 for the purchase of three school buses from the cash found at the Airport and that $250,000 could be added to the Appropriated Fund Balance for a net request of $10,733,064, and that this figure had been further reduced by $652,956 with a total contribution from the county to the school system of $10,080,108 reflecting the highest increase for any department. County Manager Cooper stated that budget requests in the amount of $150,000 had been received from the beaches and thatmese requests had been reduced to $100,000 to be distributed among the beaches. County Manager Cooper stated that travel funds for the coming fiscal year had been reduced and restrictions are to be imposed upon travel associated with conventions and associational-type meetings and that no salary increase had been included for a cost-of-living raise. I After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for the County Manager to proceed with the budget as presented and set up meetings for Budget Hearings as follows: May 31, 1983 - 9:00 A.M. - Budget Hearing - School System June 6, 1983 - 6:00 P.M. - Regularly Scheduled Meeting - Social Sere June 13, 1983 - 9:00 A.M. - Budget Hearings - Departments and other Agencies June 20, 1983 - 9:00 A.M. - Regularly Scheduled Meeting - Adoption of Budget Ordinance County Manager Cooper will prepare a schedule to be mailed to the Commissioners with the itinerary for the above-sched~led meetings. 3 0 4MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 (CONTINUED) ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS APPOINTMENT OF CO~~ISSIONER NOLAN O'NEAL TO DARE BOARD Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to appoint Commissioner O'Neal to serve on the DARE Board. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake RESOLUTION - FEASIBILITY STUDY BY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NORTH CAROLINA Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to adopt a resolution requesting a feasibility study be conducted by the Department of Transportation for recommendations for sol- ution to the medium level span on the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway at Wrightsville Beach. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake A copy of the resolution is contained In Exhibit Book X, Page 18. PROCLAMATION - VOTER REGISTRATION DAY Commissioner Barfied MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi to authorize Chairman Gottovi to sign the following Proclamation proclaiming May 15, 1983, as Voter Registration Day. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, on May 15, 1983, Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, President of Operation PUSH, initiated a Southern Crusade for Voter Registration; and WHEREAS, on May 15, 1983, The Honorable James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor of the State of North Carolina, proclaimed May 1983 as "Citizenship Month" in demonstration of his support of the Southern Crusade; and WHEREAS, approximately 42% of the eligible voters In New Hanover County are not registered to vote; and WHEREAS, on Thursday, May 19, 1983, the Southern Crusade will visit the City of Wilmington to inspire voter consciousness and mobilize massive voter registration. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Karen E. Gottovi, Chairman, of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, New Hanover County, North Carolina, do hereby proclaim May 19, 1983, as VOTER REGISTRATION DAY In New Hanover County, North Carolina, and encourage all citizens to participate in the educational and motivational voter regis- tration activities scheduled during Reverend Jackson's visit to the County of New Hanover. '- MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1983 (CONTINUED) 30~ RESOLUTION - REFERENDUM FOR FALL OF 1983 ON DISTRICT ELECTIONS Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve a resolution for 'a county-wide referendum in the Fall of 1983 for voters to decide on district elections. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi I Absent: Commissioner Blake A copy of the resolution is contained In Exhibit Book X, Page 18. ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER DISCUSSION OF AUDIT OF THE WILMINGTON-NEW HANOVER COUNTY INSURANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE County Manager Cooper stated that the hospital had hired W. Ernie McCollom as an insurance consultant to review the hospital'E current insurance policies and recommend any necessary changes. He then asked the Commissioners what direction he was to take concerning the County performing an audit of the Wilmington-New Hanover County Insurance Advisory Committee. Commissioner O'Neal stressed the importance of hiring a consultant due to the allegations made against the Insurance Advisory Committee. I After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to authorize County Manager Cooper to obtain a proposal from Industrial Insurance Management Corporation for an audit of the effectiveness of the Wilmington-New Hanover County Insurance Advisory Committee as it deals with the County needs and hospital needs. He is to report back to the Board. CONTRACT - DEMOLITION OF HOUSES County Manager Cooper requested authorization to execute a contract to D.H. Griffin Wrecking Company, Inc. for the demolition of three houses located at 818-820 Market Street, 14 South Ninth Street, and 811 Dock Street, in the amount of $12,500 stating that he would present a Budget Amendment for the necessary funds. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi to authorize County Manager Cooper to execute the contract for the demolition of three (3) houses. A copy of the contract is on file In the County Manager's Office. BUDGET AMENDMENT - NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT County Manager Cooper requested approval of a Budget Amendment for non-destructive testing at the New Hanover County Airport to determine the pavement strengths for making develop- mental evaluations as follows: Debit - Acct. #60 3453 360, Federal Grant $10,800 I 60 3453 361, State Grant 600 60 3990 990, Appropriated Fund Balance 600 Credit - Acct. #60 4530 371, Contracted Services - Non- destructive Testing $12,000 Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi to approve the above-referenced Budget Amendment in the amount of $12,500 for non-destructive testing at the New Hanover County Airport. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Shields Commissioner O'Neal Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake 3 0 6 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 16, 1984 (CONTINUED) ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER (CONTINUED) REPORT - TASK FORCE FOR ROOM ACCO~MODATIO~STAX AND LOCAL l~ SALES TAX County Manager Cooper stated that he had scheduled a meeting on May 16, 1983, with representatives of the Towns of Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, City of Wilmington and the Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce concerning input from these areas with reference to the room tax and l~ sales tax. He stated that he had discussed this matter with Senator Julius Wright and that in order for a bill to be put into the hopper, it should be received no later than May 23 or 24, 1983. County Manager Cooper requested the opinion of the Commissioners with reference to the two alternatives for the disposition of funds. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to distri- bute the funds as presently done with the sales tax. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Blake Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 3:05 o'clock P.M. Respectfully submitted, ~~~ Lucie F. Smith, Clerk MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, JUNE 6, 1983 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, June 6, 1983, at 7:25 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. Reverend C. E. Anderson, Pastor of Faith Temple Church of God In Christ, gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF CONTINUED MEETING, MAY 9, 1983, AND REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 16, 1983 Commissioner Blake requested that he be excused from voting on the minutes of May 16, 1983, due to his absence at this meeting. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields that the minutes of the Continued Meeting of May 9,' 1983, be approved as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissloner O'Shields that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 16, 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 May 16, 1983, be approved as presented with the correction of the spelling of Gloria Hoeppner's name. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Abstaining-: Commissioner Blake ~