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Home My WebLink About1983-09-19 Regular Meeting 395 MINUTES OF CONTINUED MEETING, SEPTEMBER 12, 1983 (CONTINUED) ADJOURNMENT (CONTINUED) Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi I Absent: Commissioner Blake Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 10:30 o'clock P.M. q;e ectful).y ..ss~m miitttted, .~~ L ie F. Smith, Clerk MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, September 19, 1983, at 9:00 o'clock A.M. in the Assembly Room, New Hanover County Administration Building, Wilmington, North Carolina. I I Members present were: Commissioners 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. Members absent were: and Donald P. Blake. Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr.; Chairman Gottovi called the meeting to order. Reverend Arthur H. Williams, Jr., Pastor of Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church, gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING, AUGUST 26, 1983, AND REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 6, 1983 Chairman Gottovi MOVE~ SECONDED by Commissioner 0' Shields to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting, August 26, 1983, as presented. Commissioner O'Neal requested to be excused from voting since he did not attend the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi I Excused: Commissioner O'Neal Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake Commis sioner 0' Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commis sioner O'Neal to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting, September 6, 1983, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake 396 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner 0' Shields MOVED, SECONDED BY Commissioner O'Neal to approve the Consent Agenda with deletion of Item #12, the Wrightsville Sound Sewer Agreement, to be placed on the October 3, 1983, agenda and additional wording on Item #13, Contract for Design of Seagate System. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake The following Consent Agenda was approved: RESOLUTION - SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY The Commissioners adopted a resolution accepting an offer of $10,000 to purchase a parcel of property located at 916 Rankin Street with an ad valorem tax value of $19,740 as of 1983. A copy of the Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 44. AGREEMENT TO PAY EMPLOYER SPECIAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE SPECTAL -- -- ANNUITY SAVINGS FUND The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute an agreement qualifying the Retirement System as a qualified employees' trust under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code, allowing tax sheltering of members' contributions. A copy of the Agreement is on file in the County Manager's office. APPROVAL OF REPORT OF COLLECTOR OF REVENUE THROUGH AUGUST 31, 1983. The Commissioners adopted the Report of Collector of Revenue through August 31, 1983. A copy of the Report is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 44. APPROVAL OF TAX ABATEMENTS AND REFUNDS -- The Commissioners approved tax abatements and refunds as presented by the Tax Department. A copy of the Report is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page ADDITION OF ROADS TO STATE SECONDARY SYSTEM The Commissioners adopted a resolution approving the addition of the following roads as recommended by the N. C. Department of Transportation to the State Secondary System: Roads in Glynwood Village Subdivision (Div. File No. 475-N) Roads in Westwood Heights Subdivision (Div. File No. 477-N) Roads in Glynwood II Estates Subdivision (Div. File No. 478-N) Castle Farms Road (Div. File No. 494-N) A copy of the Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 45. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT - OLDER AMERICANS ACT TITLE III FUNDS SERVICES FOR THE AGING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a contract between New Hanover County and the Cape Fear Council of Governments for Older Americans Act Title I I I funding for Services for the Aging Department. An amount of $191,470 will be ~ 397 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONTRACT - OLDER AMERICANS ACT TITLE III FUNDS - SERVICES FOR THE AGING DEPARTMENT (CONTINUED) received by the County for transportation, information and referral, senior center and nutrition programs. Federal, State and local matches are included in the FY 83/84 approved budget. I A copy of the Contract is on file in the County Manager's office. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR SENIOR AIDES AT NEW HANOVER COUNTY - - --- SERVICES FOR THE AGING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a contract with the United Way Senior Aide Program for the services of six (6) senior aides at the Services for the Aging Department. An amount of $3,000 is included in the FY 83/84 approved budget to pay for the $500 annual charge for each senior aide. A copy of the Contract is on file in the County Manager's office. APPROVAL OF LIMITED INSPECTION AGREEMENT - WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH - INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a Limited Inspection Agreement between New Hanover County and Wrightsville Beach for assuming the electrical and mechanical inspections for the Town of Wrightsville Beach. A copy of the Agreement is on file in the County Manager's office. I FIREWORKS PERMIT FOR CITY OF WILMINGTON PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized the issuance of a Fireworks Permit for the Riverfest Fireworks Show on the Cape Fear River banks at the Battleship North Carolina Memorial on \Sa!Erday, October 1, 1983. ~ RECLASSIFICATION OF ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved the reclassification of the position of Storm Drainage Engineer to EnvironmentalSpecialist under the same salary grade thereby providing an individual with a broad background in multiple areas of environmental concerns including solid waste, hazardous waste, groundwater, and surface water quality and control. STORM DRAINAGE ENGINEER POSITION - ------ ----- ------- - APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL CLERK II POSITION = INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved establishing an additional Clerk II position in the Inspections Department due to the increased work load since June, 1983. I APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR DESIGN OF SEAGATE SEWER SYSTEM - HENRY - - - VON OESEN - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a contract with Henry von Oesen for the design of the Seagate Sewer System with the following additional verbiage: No work is to begin without written notice to proceed on any section of Phase I including Seagate. A copy of the Contract is on file in the County Manager's office. BUDGET AMENDMENT - STEAM PLANT - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved-the following Budget Amendment in the amount of $4,000,000 to set up the budget for the First Union National Bank lease: Debit Credit Acct. #71 3970 910, Lease Proceeds -FUNB Acct. #71 4720 594, Lease Payments $4,000,000 $ 755,600 398 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) BUDGET AMENDMENT - STEAM PLANT - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT (CONTINUED) Acct. #71 4720 900, Transfer to RFSGF Capital Project 3,244,400 BUDGET AMENDMENT - JUDICIAL BUILDING - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in the amount of $40,000 transferring Interest Income to Contingencies for the Judicial Building: Debit Credit Acct. #48 3310 890, Interest Income Acct. #48 9800 911, Contingencies $40,000- $40,000 NON-AGENDA ITEMS - GENERAL PUBLIC PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CLOSE A PUBLIC ROAD Chairman Gottovi stated-notice had been given that~ublic Hearing would be held in considering the closing of the following roads to public use: 1. Road Closing - Close the southern 200 foot portion of Avondale Avenue, 30 feet in width, extending south to Oleander Drive in Avondale - Subdivision. 2. Road Closing - Close 90.0 feet of the northeast end of Second Avenue, 140.0 feet of the northeast end of Third Avenue and 86.5 feet of the north- east end of Fourth Avenue located in Seabreeze Park. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF AVONDALE - - -- AVENUE, AVONDALE SUBDIVISION Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the request to close the southern 200 foot portion of Avondale Avenue stating that the Planning Staff recommended approval since adequate thru access can still be provided from 52nd Street and Hawthorne Drive. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in favor of the request. The following persons commented: Mr. Jonathan W. Washburn, the petitioner, stated that he had filed the petition on behalf of the Dry Dock Seafood Restaurant, and introduced the owner, Mr. Barry Norman. Mr. Washburn stated that Mr. Norman had acquired property on the other side of the road owning property on both sides of the road explaining the main reasons for the request were pedestrian safety, improvement of traffic flow in the vicinity, alleviation of automobile accidents, and reduction of cost to County taxpayers in maintaining the road. County Manager Cooper informed Mr. Washburn that the County does not own or maintain any roads explaining that this is a state function. Mr. Barry Norman, owner of the property and Dry Dock Seafood Restaurant, presented pictures of the portion of the road being closed requesting consideration of the Board in this road closing. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in opposition to this request. The following persons commented: Ms. Carol Pless appeared before the Commissioners expressing her concern for the closing of the road and presented pictures of the road showing the debris created by the Dry Dock Seafood Restaurant. "- 399 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF AVONDALE AVENUE, AVONDALE -SUBDIVISION---rcONTINUED)- Ms. Rae Parker appeared before the Commissioners stating her concern for the closing of the road stating that this road had been in existence for 40 years and that the surrounding property owners had maintained the road for this period of time. I After discussion, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to deny the road closing. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CLOSING 90.0 FEET OF THE NORTHEAST END OF SECOND AVENUE; 140.0 FEET OF THElIDRTHEAST END OF THIRD AVENUE AND 86.5 FEET OF THE NORTHEAST END OF FOURTH AVENUE LOCATED IN -- -- -- SEABREEZE PARK Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the road closings explaining that the portions to be closed do not provide access to adjoining properties and that the Planning Staff recommended approval. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in favor of the road closing. No one commented. I Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in opposition to the road closing. No one commented. After ,discussion, Chairman Gottovi MOVED, Commissioner O'Shields to approve the road closing. the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: SECONDED by Upon vote, Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake OPENING CEREMONIES OF THE N. C. BATTLESHIP ASSOCIATION TO BE ON oREAL PEOPLE TELEVISION-siiOW - - - Sergeant Herbert Hale announced the Opening Ceremonies of the N. C. Battleship Memorial for this year and last year will be shown on national television on the show, Real People on November 9, 1983, and requested all persons to watch. I PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF COMMENDATION - INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT Chairman Gottovi, on behalf of the County Commissioners, presented certificates of commendation to the following County employees for the highest level of professional achievement that an inspector can attain in the State of North Carolina congratulating them for their achievements in their professions and contributions to New Hanover County: Mr. Elwood R. Bowden Mr. Stephen Daniels Mr. Ralph Shaw PRESENTATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY SCHOOLS FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES PLAN Superintendent Richard F. Flynn and Board of Education Members, Ms. Lucille Shaffer, Ms. Dorothy Johnson, Ms. Elizabeth Hood, Mr. Ray Funderburke, and Dr. Sandy Martin, appeared before the Commissioners to present the Five-Year Facilities Plan for the New Hanover County Schools. Dr. Flynn explained the plan requesting adoption. 400 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) PRESENTATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY SCHOOLS FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES PLAN (CONTINUED)- County Manager Cooper stated there is no question as to need for construction and renovation of the present schools. He suggested a plan be prepared utilizing a bonding method of financing with allocation of revenues from the 1/2% sales tax and other sources paying for the bond issue within a period of 20-25 years. Mr. Michael Jordan appeared before the Board requesting that 100% of the proceeds of the 1/2% sales tax be used for the financing of schools emphasizing the need for better education in this County. Ms. Carol Weiss appeared before the Board as a former school teacher stressing the importance of quality education stating that New Hanover County Schools rank in the 64 percentile on a national average emphasizing the importance of quality education and requested 100% usage of the proceeds of the 1/2% sales tax for schools. Commissioner O'Shields expressed his concern for the number of priority projects that need to be funded stating that he, personally, was not in favor of committing 100% usage of the proceeds from the sales tax to schools but that all projects must be considered. Superintendent Flynn asked how soon a bond referendum could be held. County Attorney Pope stated a referendum could be held in the month of December through a Special Election. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have County Manager Cooper develop a long-range plan with emphasis on the projects presented in the first phase of the Five-Year Plan placing this item on an agenda for future discussion with the Board of Education at which time the Commissioners can consider the adoption of a plan with the establishment of a bond referendum date. County Manager Cooper was requested to keep the Board of Education and Dr. Flynn informed on the progress of the plan. Chairman Gottovi expressed her appreciation to the Board of Education for a well-prepared plan. LEASE AGREEMENT - BRADLEY CREEK SCHOOL SITE - NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION Chairman Gottovi stated the Board of Education at the Special Meeting on August 26, 1983, had been asked if the Bradley Creek School site could be used by the Agriculture Extension Services. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to authorize the Chairman to execute the Lease Agreement for a term of one year. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake Dr. Flynn stated the Lease Agreement will be presented to the Board of Education within the next two weeks but authorized the County to proceed with renovations. Mr. M. H. Vaughan commented on the need for this site since the County now has buildings that are not fully utilized. " 401 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) BREAK Chairman recessed the meeting for a break from 11:00 o'clock A.M. to 11:15 o'clock A.M. I v> BLOCKADE RUNNER MUSEUM COLLECTION - NEW HANOVER COUNTY MUSEUM FOUNDATION, INC. Mrs. Helen Willetts, representing the New Hanover County Museum Foundation, appeared before the Commissioners to formally convey the portion of the Blockade Runner Museum collection the Museum Foundation purchased for the County. She stated the price of the collection was $150,000 which was a true challenge to the Foundation and thanked the County for their contribution of the first $60,000 and the other organizations and individuals who so generously contributed to this cause. She stated the next step was to refurbish and remodel a portion of the museum interior to prepare the collection for exhibit stating that the Foundation is pleased to present an additional $5,000 for this purpose. Chairman Gottovi, on behalf of the Commissioners, thanked the Museum Foundation for their outstanding efforts stating that the entire County would enjoy this exhibit. PROCLAMATION - EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to proclaim the week of September 18-24, 1983, as Emergency Medical Services Week. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi I Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake Chairman Gottovi asked the Emergency Rescue Squads in attendance to step forward to receive a proclamation as follows: PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the Emergency Medical Services System in New Hanover County provides life-saving medical care to hundreds of its citizens annually; and WHEREAS, hundreds of emergency medical technicians, paramedics, emergency department physicians and nurses have completed extensive and diversified training in emergency medical procedures; WHEREAS, a large portion of oUr citizens have been trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation in order to help fellow citizens in time of need; and I WHEREAS, concerned citizens and local governmental representatives are serving on the New Hanover County Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council to further guide the development of a comprehensive emergency medical care system; and WHEREAS, a large number of these individuals volunteer their time to provide this valuable service; and WHEREAS, vast improvements in emergency medical services have been made in this County during recent years; and WHEREAS, Governor James proclamation designating the Medical Services Week; and B. Hunt has recently signed a 1983 North Carolina Emergency WHEREAS, recognition is due The City of Wilmington Rescue Squad, Inc. who serves New Hanover County residents. 402 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) PROCLAMATION EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK (CONTINUED) NOW, THEREFORE, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, do hereby proclaim the week of September 18-24, 1983, as EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK in New Hanover County and commend this observance to our citizens. SEPTAGE DISPOSAL CONTRACT - CITY OF WILMINGTON --- Engineering Director Hilton gave background information on the Septage Disposal Contract stating that he would like the direction of the Board on two provisions of the Contract: (1) The City has proposed that the facility, upon completion of construction, be dedicated to the City; and (2) The City will operate and maintain the facility charging fees to recover the costs. Under the proposal the County will not recover debt service costs because the cost per gallon disposal will be too high to encourage use by the pumping companies. Chairman Gottovi suggested the County pass an ordinance requiring septage from septic tanks in New Hanover County to be carried to the Septage Disposal Facility in order to avoid septage being carried to surrounding counties. County Manager Cooper stated he agreed with Chairman Gottovi and that approval of this contract will allow the County to provide strong regulations for control of septage disposal. After discussion, Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to authorize the Chairman to execute the contract with a statement written into the contract stating that fees will be established similar to the method of fees being established for the Northeast Interceptor on the basis of mutual audits and discussion with the County being consulted prior to any increase. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake TRANSFER OF GROUNDS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM FROM PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND ENGINEERING TO PARKS AND RECREATION Engineering-oirector Hilton gave background information on the request to transfer the Grounds Maintenance Program from Property Management and Engineering to Parks and Recreation stating that all departments involved are in concurrence on this matter stressing the cost savings factor to the County. County Manager Cooper recommended the acceptance of this transfer. Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the transfer with funding in the amount of $18,578. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake ~ 403 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 198'3 (CONTINUED) APPOINTMENT OF EARL SWINSON, PETER DAVIS, AND ELIZABETH TEACHEY TO THE NEW HANOVERMEMORIAL HOSPITAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES - ----Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to appoint Mr. Earl Swinson, Mr. Peter Davis, and Ms. Elizabeth Teachey to serve five-year terms expiring on September 30, 1988, on the Hospital Board of Trustees. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: I Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake REAPPOINTMENT OF MEARES HARRISS AND APPOINTMENT OF JESSE LEE TO - - -- THE OFFENDER AID AND RESTORATION BOARD Commissioner-O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to reappoint Mr. Meares Harris to serve a one-year term expiring on September 19, 1984, and to appoint Mr. Jesse Ben Lee to serve a three-year term expiring September 30, 1986. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake I APPOINTMENT OF DR. JAMES J. MEGIVERN TO NEW HANOVER COUNTY ----- -- LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to appoint Dr. James J. Megivern to serve a three-year term expiring August 31, 1986, on the New Hanover County Library Advisory Board. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake APPOINTMENT OF DR. WILLIAM H. WAGONER AND LT. COL. JOSEPH F. DUNN TO THE NC 2000 ADVISORY AD HOC COMMITTE~ - - - - ----Chairman Gottovi MOVE~SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to appoint Dr. William H. Wagoner as Chairman of the NC 2000 Advisory Ad Hoc Committee and to appoint Lt. Col. Joseph F. Dunn as a member. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi I Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DISCUSSION OF OAR FARM PROGRAM Commissioner O'Shields expressed his concern for the lack of supervision and work being performed with the Farm Program. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have County Manager Cooper to discuss this matter with Judge Gilbert Burnett. DISCUSSION OF TREE BUFFER FOR ENTRANCE TO AIRPORT CommissiOi1"e'r O'Neal-stated the Airport Commission was concerned with the unpleasant scenery when approaching the Airport and announced that trees had been donated for a buffer asking what route to take with the N. C. Department of 404 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF TREE BUFFER FOR ENTRANCE TO AIRPORT (CONTINUED) corrections in order to plant the trees. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have Engineering Director Hilton to check into this matter and report back to the Board. RIBBON-CUTTING - GRAND OPENING OF DR. MICHAEL GOINS' OFFICE Chairman Gottovi stated !5he-had been asked to attend a ribbon cutting for the Grand Opening of Dr. Michael Goin's office on Wednesday, September 21, 1983, at 5:00 P.M., 5006 Randall Drive, Wilmington, North Carolina, explaining that she would be unable to attend and requested another Commissioner to attend the ceremony. Commissioner O'Neal volunteered to attend the ribbon cutting. DISCUSSION - LEAD BASE PAINT PROBLEM Chairman Gottovi expressed her concern for the provisions under the present County Ordinance controlling the lead base paint problems particularly with reference to landlords. County Attorney Pope stated he felt that the present County Ordinance and State Statutes are sufficient legal tools to handle any lead base problems within the County and have proven so in the past. He stated his only problem is the vagueBe~sof the complaints by the attorney of Legal Services stressing that if he f~lt the Ordinance was inadequate he would certainly recommend an amendment. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for County Attorney Pope to contact the attorney for Legal Services to discuss this matter and report back to the Board. PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER AS NATIONAL STAMP COLLECTING MONTH Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to proclaim the month of October as National Stamp Collecting Month. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, postage stamps, frequently referred to as a nation's "calling cards", have through the years linked countries around the world together by a common means; and WHEREAS, the U. S. postage stamps constantly serve as an effective way of calling world attention to America's proud history, achievements and cultural assets; and WHEREAS, U. So postage stamps have proved to be excellent aids in learning more about the geography, history, art, politics and culture of our great nation; and WHEREAS, the U. S. Postal Service has issued 12 stamps honoring Olympic sports events this year and will issue 12 more between now and the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Games to call attention to the interest in and excitement of international athletic competition; and WHEREAS, stamp collecting is a hobby suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds and can be pursued on an individual as well as a family basis. " 405 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER AS NATIONAL STAMP COLLECTING MONTH (CONTINUED) NOW, THEREFORE, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners do hereby proclaim October, 1983, as NATIONAL STAMP COLLECTING MONTH I in New Hanover County and encourage all citizens to consider learning more about the educational and leisure-time benefits of collecting stamps. ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER APPROVAL OF AUTHORIZATION OF COUNTY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT WITH GARNER & YELVERTON - COURTHOUSE RENOVATION Commissioner O~hields MOVED, SECONDED BY Commissioner O'Neal to authorize the County Manager to execute the contract for professional services with Garner & Yelverton for renovation of the Courthouse. Upon vote, the MOTION C~RRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake I TAX RELEASE PENALTY - MRS. RALPH COOK Assistant County-Manager Cannon-requested the abatement of a $47.00 tax penalty for Mrs. Ralph Cook. Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to release the tax penalty. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake REMINDER OF SPECIAL MEETING WITH WILMINGTON/NEW HANOVER INSURANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE County Manager Cooper reminded the Commissioners of the Special Meeting with the Wilmington/New Hanover Insurance Advisory Committee to be held on Monday, September 26, 1983, at 9: 00 o'clock A.M. in the Assembly Room, New Hanover County Administration Building. I RECOGNITION OF SERVICES PERFORMED BY THE ASSISTANT COUNTY MANAGER DURING THE INTERIM PERIOD OF COUNTY MA:iAGER'S ABSENCE County Manager Cooper presented a desk pen set with the engraving "Super Pinch Hitter" to Assistant County Manager Cannon in recognition for the outstanding job performed as Acting County Manager during his absence. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED BY Commissioner O'Shields to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS ' F'OLL'OWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake 406 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 (CONTINUED) ADJOURNMENT (CONTINUED) Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 12:30 o'clock P.M. IWP~CV/17'~ted. ~ F. Smith, Clerk MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 26, 1983 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Special Session on Monday, September 26, 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; Claud O'Shields, Jr.; Chairman Karen E. Gottovi; County Manager G. Felix Cooper; County Attorney Robert Pope; and Clerk to the Board Lucie F. Smith. Members absent were: Commissioner Nolan O'Neal Chairman Gottovi called the meeting to order stating the purpose for which the Special Meeting had been called. ACCEPTANCE OF FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION GRANT - AIRPORT IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM - DRAINAGE PROJECT - AIRPORT Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to accept the grant offer in the amount of $285,501 for a Drainage Study and contractual work for drainage at the New Hanover County Airport authorizing the Chairman to execute the agreement. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Absent: Commissioner O'Neal A copy of the Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 46. ACCEPTANCE OF EDA GRANT - INDUSTRIAL AIRPARK - WATER & SEWER - AIRPORT Commi ssioner 0' Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commi s sioner Barfield to accept a grant in the amount of $494,888 from the Economic Development Administration for construction of water and sewer lines in the Industrial Airpark authorizing the Chairman to execute the agreement and approving a Budget Amendment to set up the Industrial Airpark Ordinance as follows: Debit - #62 3455 262, Federal Grant - EDA $494,888 #62 3987 920, Transfer from Retirement 329,924. Credit - #62 4550 325, Admin. Expense $ 8,000 #62 4550 323, Arch.Eng./ Basic Fees 65,000 #62 4550 324, Other Arch./Eng. Fees 10,865 #62 4550 327, Inspection Fees 29,162 #62 4550 620, Construction 645,050 #62 4550 911, Contingencies 66,735 Debit - #56 3990 990, Appropriated Fund Balance $329,924 Credit - #56 9740 962, Transfer to Ind. Airpark $329,924 Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: "-