1983-10-03 Regular Meeting
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MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 1983
DISCUSSION OF PROPOSAL - STORM WATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR NEW
HANOVER COUNTY (CONTINUED)
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Engineering Director Hilton stated he supported the concept
of the proposal but stressed the legal questions that will arise
with moving water from one drainage basin to another suggesting
solving these problems before establishing a system.
The following persons from the general public commented:
Ms. Myrtle Barnhill
Mr. Glenn Davis
After discussion, Chairman Gottovi thanked the New Hanover
County Storm Water Management Program Committee for the
presentation of the proposal to the Board emphasizing the
seriousness of the problem to the County requesting a report
f~om the County Manager as to the establishment of a well planned
program for controlling drainage in New Hanover County giving the
Board time to comprehend and study a proposal.
ADJOURNMENT OF SPECIAL MEETING
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Shields to adjourn the Special Meeting. Upon vote the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Gottovi adjourned the Special Meeting at 7:00
o'clock P.M.
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Respectfully submitted,
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Lucie F. Smith, Clerk
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 1983
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, October 3, 1983, at 7:15 o'clock P.M. in the
Assembly Room, ~ew Hanover County Administration Building,
Wilmington, North Carolina.
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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 Edward C. Hay, Pastor of First Presbyterian Church,
gave the invocation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF CONTINUED MEETING, SEPTEMBER 12, 1983, AND
REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 ---
Commissioner Blake asked to be excused from voting on the
minutes of the Contipued Meeting of September 12, 1983, since he
was unable to attend this meeting.
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Shields to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of
September 12, 1983, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
AS FOLLOWS:
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, (CONTINUED)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (CONTINUED)
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner O'Neal
Commissioner O'Shields
Chairman Gottovi
Abstaining:
Commissioner Blake
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Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake
to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 19,
1983, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields
to approve the Consent Agenda with an amendment to Item #5,
Contract - New Hanover County and Wilmington Transit Authority.
Upon vote, the following Consent Agenda was approved UNANIMOUSLY:
SERVOMATION - FOOD SERVICE CONTRACT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY JAIL
The Commissioners approved a FoodService Contract for the
New Hanover County Jail with a recommended rate increase from
$1.05 to $1.10 per meal authorizing Sheriff McQueen to execute
the agreement.
A copy of the Contract is on file in the County Manager's
office.
PROJECT ORDINANCE - INDUSTRIAL AIRPARK - WATER AND SEWER -
AIRPORT
The Commissioners approved a Project Ordinance for
construction of water and sewer lines to serve the Industrial ~_
Airpark in the amount of $824,812 with a Federal Grant (EDA) in
the amount of $494,888 and a transfer from Retirement of $329,924
to be distributed as follows:
Administrative Expense
Arch/Engineering Basic Fees
Other Arch/Engineering Fees
Inspection Fees
Construction
Contingencies
$ 8,000
65,000
10,865
29,162
645,050
66,735
A copy of the Project Ordinance is contained in Exhibit Book
X, Page 47.
PROJECT ORDINANCE - COURTHOUSE RENOVATION
The Commissioners approved a Project Ordinance in the amount
of $94,976 for renovation of the Courthouse with funding from a
State Grant in the amount of $44,976 and a transfer from the
General Fund in the amount of $ 50,000 as ref lected in the
following Budget Amendment:
Debit Acct.#51 3455 361, State Grant $ 44,976
#51 3981 920, Transfer from Gen. 50,000
#11 4196 391, Prop. Mgmt. M&R 100,000
Credit Acct.#51 4700 323, AIA $ 6,750 ~j
#51 4700 620, Construction 88,226
#11 3411 360, Courthouse Ren. Grant 50,000
#11 9740 900, Transfer to C.P -
Courthouse Ren. 50,000
A copy of the Project Ordinance is contained in Exhibit Book
X, Page 47.
JUDICIAL BUILDING - CHANGE ORDER G-13 - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
The Commissioners approved Change Order G-13 in the amount
of $5,244 for additional work to the Peoples Savings & Loan
Association retaining wall relating to construction of the
Judicial Building with approval of the following Budget
Amendment:
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, (CONTINUED)
JUDICIAL BUILDING - CHANGE ORDER G-13 - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
(CONTINUED)
Debit
Credit -
Acct.#48 9800 911, Contingencies
Acct. #48 4708 621, General Contractor
$5,224
$5,224
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CONTRACT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AND WILMINGTON TRANSIT AUTHORITY
The COITI:missioners authorized the Chairman to execute a
contract between New Hanover County and the Wilmington Transit
Authori ty with recommmended changes for transportation on the
DART van for senior citizens outside city limits.
A copy of the Contract is on file in the County Manager's
office.
ACCEPTANCE OF LWCF GRANT FOR ARROWHEAD PARK - PHASE II - TENNIS
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COURT CONSTRUCTION
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a
contract accepting the LWCF funds for Arrowpead Park in the
amount of $30,000.
A copy of the Contract is on file in the County Manager's
office.
FAA RELEASE OF PROPERTY - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT
The Commissioners-authorized the Chairman to execute a
release and Deed of Release of property located on 23rd Street to
provide use for other County owned property.
A copy of the Release and Deed are on file in the County
Manager's office.
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COMPUTER OUTPUT MICROFILM CONTRACT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY LIBRARY
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute an
agreement renewing the contract with Computer Output Microfilm
for cataloging service.
A copy of the Contract is on file in the County Manager's
office.
BUDGET AMENDMENT - AIP 01 PROJECT - AIRPORT
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment
increasing funds in the s~rveying a~count to cover expenses for
surveying:
Debit
Credit
Acct.#69 9800 911, Contingencies
Acct.#69 4550 326, Surveying
$188
$188
BUDGET AMENDMENT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY LIBRARY
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in
the amount of $12,999 upgrading the Children's Collection in the
New Hanover County Library:
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Debit Acct.#ll 3611 334, Enrichment Grant LSCA $12,671
Acct.#ll 3611 331, Add'l State Aid 328
Credit Acct.#ll 6110 423, Books & Materials $11,071
Acct.#ll 6110 640, Capital Outlay 1,600
Acct.#ll 6110 423, Books & Materials 328
RECLASSIFICATION AND SALARY UPGRADE - DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES
The Commissioners approved reclassification of the salary
range of the Director of Social Services from Range 79 to Range
81.
APPOINTMENT OF MR. ROLAND REGISTER AS ACTING TAX ASSESSOR
The Commissioners appointed Mr. Roland Register as "Acting
Tax Assessor" until such time as he completes the requirements
for the qualifications set forth in the General Statutes of North
Carolina.
A copy of the oath is contained in Exhibit Book X, Page 48.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, (CONTINUED)
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak on
an item not listed on the agenda. No one commented.
PRESENTATION OF SCHOOL PLAN AND ADOPTION OF' RESOLUTION FOR
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ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOL
FACILITIES
Chairman Gottovi stated that a joint meeting with the
Commissioners and Board of Education had been called to discuss
the County Manager's Plan for providing funds for additional
school facilities.
Members present from the Board of Education were: Ms.
Lucille Shaffer, Chairman; Ms. Mary Elizabeth Hood, Ms. Dorothy
Johnson; Mr. Ray Funderburk, Dr. Sandy D. Martin; Dr. Jeremiah N.
partrick; Dr. Carl L. Unsicker; and Supt. Richard Fly~n.
Supt. Flynn stated Public Notice had been given of
a Special Meeting of the Board of Education with the County
Commissioners for adoption of a resolution authorizing the
issuance of revenue bonds for providing funds for add\tional
school facilities and turned the meeting over to Chairman
Shaffer.
Chairman Shaffer called the meeting to order. After
discussion, Ms. Mary Elizabeth Hood MOVED, SECONDED by Dr. Carl
Unsicker to adopt a resolution requesting the County
Commissioners to issue general obligation bonds to provide funds
for additional facilities. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman Shaffer adjourned the Special Meeting.
Commissioner Barfield
to adopt a Resolution to
amount of $11,500,000.
UNANIMOUSLY.
MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal
issue general obligation bonds in the
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
A copy of the Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book X,
Page 48.
BREAK
Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 8:00
o'clock P.M. to 8:15 o'clock P.M.
ADOPTION OF INTENT TO CLOSE A PUBLIC ROAD - PORTIONS OF AVERY
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DRIVE - PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Planning Director Hayes gave background information for the
adoption of a Resolution of Intent to close portions of Avery
Drive explaining that adequate thru access to the petitioners'
property will be provided by Azalea Avenue and Bradley Drive
stating that the Planning Staff recommended approval.
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal
to adopt a Resolution of Intent to close portions of Avery Drive.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the Resolution of Intent is contained in Exhibit
X, Page 48.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING PROPERTY APPROXIMATELY 3.26
ACRES, LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF OLEANDER DRIVE (U. S. 76),
APPROXIMATELY 299 FEET NORTH OF GREENVILLE LOOP ROA.i)"(SRii'2IT
FROM AN R-15 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO A B-2 HIGHWAY BUSINESS
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Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
rezoning request stating the Planning Board recommended rezoning
the ent~re 3.2 acres to B-1 Business District instead of B-2
Highway Business District providing a transitional use area
between existing residential development and B-2 zoned areas
helping to control strip development along Oleander Drive without
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING PROPERTY APPROXIMATELY 3.2l
ACRES, LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF OLEANDER DRIVE (U. S. 76),
APPROXIMATELY 299 FEET NORTH OF GREENVILLE LOOP ROAD(SRliW
FROM AN R-15 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO A B-2~IG~ylf1fSINESS
DISTRICT (CONTINUED) - ---
adversely impacting the area for future residential use.
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Chairman Gottovi asked if the petitioner wished to speak on
the rezoning request. No one commented.
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the rezoning request. No one commented.
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Commissioner O~Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to approve the rezoning request as recommended by the
Planning Staff from an R-15 Residential District to a B-1
Business Zoning Dis,trict. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER AMENDING
THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA 2 OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH
CAROLINA ADOPTED DECEMBER 15, 1969, is contained in Zoning
Ordinance Book I, Page 11.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR PROPERTY
APPROXIMATELY 69.2 ACRES, LOCATED WEST OF~U~CLAY ROAD (SR
1318) AND EAST OF HOLLAND DRIVE (SR 1358), ~PROXIMATELY 800 FEET
NORTH OF NORTH KERR AVENUE (SR 13"22) FOR A MOBILE HOME IN AN R-20
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Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
request to issue a Special Use Permit for the location of a
Mobile Home in an R-20 Residential District.
Chairman Gottovi asked the petitioner and any other persons
present who wished to give testimony in favor of the issuance of
the Special Use Permit to step forward to be duly sworn in. The
following person was sworn in:
Mr. Alex M. Trask, Sr.
Mr. Alex Trask, Sr., the petitioner, stated he planned to
live in the trailer and farm the land requesting consideration of
the Board in granting this permit.
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the issuance of the permit to step forward to be
duly sworn in. The following persons were sworn in:
Ms. Trudy van Luyn
Mr. Jim Newkirk
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Ms. van Luyn, representing the residents on Holland Drive,
appeared before the Commissioners expressing opposition to the
issuance of this Special Use Permit on the premises of not
meeting the four general requirements requesting that the permit
not be issued. She presented a map showing the exact location of
the placement of the mobile home as Objector's Exhibit I.
Mr. Jim Newkirk commented on the devaluation of property and
requested the permit not be issued.
After discussion, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield to continue the Public Hearing to October
17, 1983, allowing the Commissioners to make an on-site visit of
the property due to the discrepancies perta~ning to the exact
location and legal description of the property. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
BREAK
Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 9:05
0' clock P.M. to 1: 25 0' clock P.M.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR PROPERTY
APPROXIMATELY 16:77 ACRES, -LOCATED SOUTH OF OAKLEY ROAD (SR
1329), APPROXIMATELY 400 FEET WEST OF THE OAKLEY LOOP ROAD FOR A
MOBILE HOME IN AN R-20 RESIDENTIAL DISTJ.UCT - - --- -
Planning-Director Hayes gave background information on the
request for a Special Use Permit for placement of a mobile home
in an R-20 Residential District.
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Chairman Gottovi asked the petitioner and any other persons
present who wished to give testimony in favor of the issuance of
the Special Use Permit to step forward to be duly sworn in. The
following person was sworn in:
Ms. Celeste J. Watson
Ms. Celeste J. Watson, the petitioner, appeared before the
Commissioners explaining that her daughter would be living in the
mobile home and requested consideration of the Board in granting
this permit.
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the issuance of the Special Use Permit to step
forward to be duly sworn in. No one came forward.
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake
to approve the issuance of the Special Use Permit based on the
conclusions of the FINDINGS OF FACT meeting the four general
requirements.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY approving an
ORDER GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT
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The County Commissioners for New Hanover County having held
a Public Hearing on Monday, October 3, 1983, to consider
application number S-213 9/83 submitted by Celeste J. Watson, a
request for a Special Use Permit to use the property located
south of Oakley Road, approximately 400 feet west of Oakley Loop
Road for a Mobile Home in an R-20 Residential District, and
having heard all the evidence and arguments presented at the
hearing, make the following FINDINGS OF FACT and draw the
following CONCLUSIONS:
1. The County Commissioners FIND as a FACT that all of the
specific requirements set forth in Section 72-00 of the County
Zoning Ordinance will be satisfied if the property is developed
in accordance with the plans submitted to the County
Commissioners.
2. It is the County Commissioners' CONCLUSION that the
proposed use does satisfy the first general requirement listed in
the Ordinance; namely that the use will not ~aterially endanger
the public health or safety if located where proposed and
developed according to the plan as submitted and approved. In
support of this conclusion, the Commissioners make the following
FINDINGS OF FACT:
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a. New Hanover County Health Department issued a permit for
a septic tank and well.
b. Wrightsboro Volunteer Fire Department will provide fire
protection services.
3. It is the County Commissioners' CONCLUSION that the
proposed use does satisfy the second general requirement listed
in the Ordinance; namely that the use meets all required
conditions and specifications. In support of this conclusion,
the Commissioners make the following FINDINGS OF FACTS:
a. Adequate lot area of 16.77 acres and setback distances
are provided satisfying R-20 requirements.
b. Adequate parking area and ingress and egress is
available to the site.
c. Mobile Homes are a permitted special use in R-20
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR PROPERTY
APPROXIMATELY 16:77 ACRES, LOCATED SOUTH OF OAKLEY ROAD (,SR
1329), APPROXIMATELY 400 FEET WEST OF- THE OAKLEY LOOP ROAD FOR A
MOBILE HOME IN AN R-20 RESIDENTIAL-DISTRICT (CONTINUED), --- -
districts.
4. It is the County Commissioners' CONCLUSION that the
proposed use does satisfy the third general requirement listed in
the Ordinance, namely that the use will not substantially injure
the value of adjoining or abutting property, or that the use is a
public necessity. In support of this conclusion the
Commissioners make the following FINDINGS OF FACT:
a. The mobile home will not be visible from Oakley Road.
b. Vegetation and trees will provide an adequate buffer
around the home.
c. Many other mobile homes exist in the area.
5. It is the County Commissioners' CONCLUSION that the
proposed use does satisfy the fourth general requirement listed
in the Ordinance; namely that the location and character of the
use if developed according to the plan as submitted and approved
will be in harmony with the area in which it is to be located and
in general conformity with the plan of development for New
Hanover County. In support of this conclusion, the Commissioners
make the following FINDINGS OF FACT:
a. The area is classified as Rural on the County's Land Use
Map.
b. County Policies for Growth and Development encourage the
use and development of all kinds of affordable housing.
6. Therefore, because the County Commissioners conclude
that all of the general and specific conditions precedent to the
issuance of a SPECIAL USE PERMIT have been satisfied, IT IS
ORDERED that the application for the issuance of SPECIAL USE
PERMIT be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the applicant shall fully comply with all of the
specific requirements stated in the ordinance for the proposed
use, as well as any additional conditions hereinafter stated.
b. If any of the conditions imposed by this Special Use
Permit shall be held invalid beyond the authority of this Board
of Commissioners by a court or competent jurisdiction then this
permit shall become void and of no effect.
c. Other: Compliance with all Local, State and Federal
requirements.
DISCUSSION OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT ALLOCATION FOR THE NORTHEAST
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INTERCEPTOR SYSTEM
Engineering Director Hilton explained that the present
wastewater allocation of treatment plant capaci ty at the
Souths ide Plant is 325,000 gallons per day stating that he had
requested an additional 35,000 gallons for the Seagate grant
area. He stated that requests for service had far exceeded the
available capacity making it necessary to develop an equitable
allocation method. He suggested that allocations be made on a
first-come, first-serve basis and that a time limit of six months
be placed on use of the allocations. If use is not being made of
the allocation for existing users, then the allocation passes to
the next person on the list stating that in the case of new
development, if a building permit is not obtained within the six-
month period, any unused allocation passes to the next person on
the list. If a building permit expires without development, the
allocation will be lost. He stated that County projects would
automatically be given the highest priority and that this method
of allocation would continue until the treatment plant up-grade
and expansion are accomplished.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, (CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT ALLOCATION FOR THE NORTHEAST
INTERCEPTOR SYSTEM (CONTINUED)
Mr. Gordon Frieze commented on the proposed allocation
expressing concern for the developers.
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After discussion, Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield to approve the first-come, first-serve
basis with a time limit of six months being placed on use of the
allocations. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF TAX REAPPRAISAL OF RIVERSIDE APARTMENTS
Assistant County Manager Cannon requested the Board to
direct the Tax Administrator to reappraise the Riverside
Apartments.
After discussion, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Blake to direct the Tax Administrator to reappraise
Riverside Apartments. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR HIRING OF AN AUTOMATION CONSULTANT FOR
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY LIBRARY
Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield
to authorize the County Manager to execute a contract with RMG
Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $3,~00 to hire an Automation
Consultant, Mr. Rob McGee, in development of automation plans for
the library.
A copy of the contract is on file in the County Manager's
office.
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION TO '.'AC€EPJ ___" BOAT AND MOTOR FROM THE CITY
OF WILMINGTON - OFFICE OF CIVIL PREPAREDNESS
Commissioner Blake~OVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield
to adopt a resolution to. _, 'acc'ept a 14 -foot fiberglass boat and
40 horsepower Mercury outboard motor from the City of Wilmington
for use by the Civil Preparedness Office. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book X,
Page 49.
DISCUSSION OF FLEMINGTON LAW SUIT
After discussion, Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Blake requesting the County Manager to write a
letter to the Honorable William French Smith, United States
Attorney General, explaining that the County has requested a
conference for possible settlement but has never received a
response, stating that he would like to discuss the matter as
soon as possible. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to
request the State to test the wells.
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ACCEPTANCE OF NORTH CAROLINA LAND RECORDS MANAGEMENT GRANT
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake
to authorize the Chairman to execute an agreement accepting a
grant in the amount of $2,108 from the North Carolina Land
Records Management Program for improvement of land records. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the agreement is on file in the County Manager's
office.
DISCUSSION OF TREE BUFFER - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT
Commissioner Blake- requested the County Manager to
investigate the possibility of planting a tree buffer at the
entrance of the Airport and to implement this project as soon as
possible.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, (CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION - DISTRICT ELECTIONS
Commissioner Blake stressed his concern for the lack of
knowledge of the average citizen of New Hanover County about the
importance of voting in the general election on October 11, 1983,
for district elections. He suggested that the county should make
an all out effort to inform the citizens of the County and
advertise if legally possible.
After ,discussion, Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield to authorize the County Manager and County
Attorney to determine the legal methods of informing the public
and if advertising is permissible to place an ad in the
newspaper with a reasonable expenditure. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Blake
Commissioner O'Shields
Chairman Gottovi
Voting Noe: Commissioner O'Neal
DISCUSSION OF 2% OCCUPANCY TAX FOR TOURISM
Commissioner Blake stressed the importance of establishing
an agency for handling the proceeds of the 2% occupancy tax for
tourism dollars explaining that giving money arbitrarily to the
Chamber of Commerce was not an ideal method.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have
the County Manager develop a plan to distribute the tourism
dollars received from the 2% occupancy tax.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner
to ad j ourn the
UNANIMOUSLY.
O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake
meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 10:40 o'clock P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lucie F. Smith, Clerk
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