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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-03-26 Regular Meeting 524 MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING, MARCH 9 1984 (CONTINUED) ADJOURNMENT Commi ssioner 0' Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commi s sioner Barfield to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 11:10 o'clock A.M. ;:vp~c7~tted' ~ F. Smith, Clerk MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, t98~ ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, March 26, 1984, at 9:10 o'clock A.M. in the Assembly Room, New Hanover County Administration Building, Wilmington, North Carolina. Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr., Donald P. Blake; Nolan O'Neal, Claud O'Shields, Jr.; Chairman Karen E. Gottovi, County Manager G. Felix Cooper, County Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Smith. Reverend N. H. Daniels, Pastor of Price Cathedral A.M.E. Zion Church, gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 5, SPECIAL MEETING, MARCH 9, 1984 Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED Barfield to approve the minutes of the Regular 5, 1984, as presented. Upon vote, the UNANIMOUSLY. 1984, AND by Commissioner Meeting of March MOTION CARRIED Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED O'Shields to approve the minutes of the Special 9, 1984, as presented. Upon vote, the UNANIMOUSLY. by Commi s s ioner Meeting of March MOTION CARRIED NON-AGENDA ITEMS - GENERAL PUBLIC Chairman Gottovi asked if any member of the general public wished to address the Commissioners on any item listed on the Consent Agenda or any subject not listed on the Regular Agenda. No one commented. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA After discussion, Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the following Consent Agenda with removal of Item #13, "Request for Rejection of Bids Received on Runway 34 Approach Clearing - Airport" for discussion at the end of the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ELECTRICAL INSPECTIONS - KURE BEACH - INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved an agreement authorizing New Hanover County to assume responsibility for enforcing the N. C. State Electrical Code within the Town's corporate limits and extra-territorial jurisdiction. A copy of the agreement is on file in the County Manager's office. SPONSORSHIP OF 5TH ANNUAL VOLUNTEER RECEPTION The Commissioners agreed to sponsor and fund $975 for the 5th Annual Volunteer Reception on May 6, 1984, at Brogden Hall from 3:00-5:00 p.m. '" 525 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) I ADJUSTMENT OF ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT FEES - INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved an increase fh the filing fee for appealing to the Zoning Board of Adjustment from $35 to $100 due to an increase in the cost of advertising. APPROVAL OF HOOTEN APPRAISAL CONTRACT - ADAP-07 - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT The Commissioners authorized the County Manager to execute the Hooten Appraisal Contract in the amount of $7,200 for purchasing avigation easements. A copy of the contract is on file in the County Manager's office. APPROVAL OF HNTB WORK AUTHORIZATION - STATE GRANT - NEW TERMINAL COMPLEX - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT The Commissioners authorized the County Manager to execute a grant agreement in the amount of $11,500 representing 50% of the necessary pre-applications, sketches, construction schedules, and cost estimated for the terminal complex. A copy of the Grant Agreement and Resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XI, Page 21. I AWARD OF CONTRACT - ARROWHEAD TENNIS COURTS - PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT The Commissioners awarded the bid to Mr. John J. McCann in the amount of $23,950 for construction of two tennis courts minus fencing and lighting. Budget Amendment - Department of Aging The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in the amount of $8,838 for the Department of Aging for additional funds due to an increase in the USDA reimbursement rate and additional project income projected to be used to increase meals served, bringing the County Budget in line with COG: Debit - #11 3582 242, USDA #11 3582 411, Project Income - Nutrition Credit - #11 5823 371, Food Contract-HDM #11 5824 371, Food Contract - Congregate $3,838 5,030 $3,226 5,642 BUDGET AMENDMENTS APPROVED BY COUNTY MANAGER The following Budget Amendments were approved by the County Manager and are being reported to the Commissioners for entry into the record: Administration - Additional Funds to cover Telephone Account for balance of FY 83/84 Debit - #11 9800 911, Contingencies Credit - #11 4121 381, Telephone $900 $900 I Engineering and Facilities Department - Funding for Architectural Contract for Phases III & IV for Agriculture Extension Debit - #11 4197 326, Professional Service #11 4950 391, M&R Bldg. & Grounds #11 4950 470, Dues & Subscriptions #11 4950 411, Printing Credit - #11 4197 327, Professional Services A & E Building $4,000 600 110 100 $4,810 526 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) BUDGET AMENDMENTS APPROVED BY COUNTY MANAGER (CONTINUED) Sheriff Department - Transfer of Sheriff Department employees' instructor's earnings from Miscellaneous Revenue to Sheriff Department Budget for the purchase of supplies, materials, and utility trailer for use at the Sheriff's Range Debit - #11 3390 890, Misc. Revenue #11 3390 890, Misc. Revenue Credit - #11 4311 421, Dept. Supplies #11 4311 640, Capital Outlay $234 438 $234 438 APPROVAL OF THE REPORT OF COLLECTION OF REVENUE THROUGH FEBRUARY 29, 1984 - TAX DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved the report of the Collector of Revenue through February 29, 1984. A copy of the report is contained in Exhibit Book XI, Page 22. APPROVAL OF TAX ABATEMENTS AND REFUNDS - TAX DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved a list of tax abatements and refunds as presented by the Tax Administrator. A copy of the list is contained in Exhibit Book XI, Page 22. AGREEMENT BETWEEN NEW HANOVER, COUNTY AND N. C. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR MARKING AGREEMENT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT The Commissioners authorized the County Manager to execute an Airport Marking Agreement between New Hanover County and the North Carolina Department of Transportation for the marking of airport operational areas. A copy of the agreement and resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XI, Page 23. AMENDMENT TO AIR TERMINAL PARKING COMPANY CONTRACT - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT The Commissioners approved an amendment to the Air Terminal Parking Company contract authorizing the County Manager to execute an amended contract. A copy of the amended contract is on file in the County Manager's office. ENGINEERING CONTRACT - HENRY VON OESEN & ASSOCIATES - SEAGATE SEWER SYSTEM The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute the Engineering contract for professional services on the Seagate Sewer System in the amount of $16,760 with approval of the following Budget Amendment: Debit - #44 9800 911, Contingencies Credit - #44 4701 323, Engineering $16,750 $16,750 A copy of the contract is on file in the County Manager's office. CHANGE ORDER NO. 7 - T. A. LOVING - NORTHEAST INTERCEPTOR - ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Commissioners approved Change Order No. 7 reducing the contract by $430 increasing the contract time by 10 calendar days authorizing the Chairman to execute the Change Order. l-.. 527 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 (CONTINUED) JOINT DISCUSSION OF JETTY REPAIRS BETWEEN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND TOWN COUNCIL OF KURE BEACH Chairman Gottovi, on behalf of the Commissioners, welcomed the Town Council of Kure Beach. I Council members present were: Mayor Lee Wrenn, Councilman Ed Jones, Councilman Torn Causby, Councilman Norris Teague, and Councilman Larry Willoughby. County Manager Cooper commented on the jetty structures erected by Kure Beach for control of erosion recommending an advance of funding from the balance of funds that have accumulated this year from the collection of the room occupancy tax in order for the structures to be repaired before the tourist season. Mayor Wrenn gave background information on jetty improvement plans for the Town of Kure Beach emphasizing the importance of this project to the beach. After further discussion, Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve the funding request. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. I DISCUSSION OF ENFORCEMENT OF HANDICAPPED PARKING IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY - SHERIFF DEPARTMENT Sheriff Joe McQueen commented on the difficulty of enforcing handicapped parking stating that each handicapped parking space must have an erected sign before a citation can be issued. He also commented on the probability of a deputy having to appear in court when issuing a citation due to the $25 fee plus the cost of court for a total of $60 causing most offenders to fight the citation in Court stressing the amount of time and cost involved in this procedure. Assistant County Attorney Ted Davis commented on the General ~ Statutes controllmg handicapped parking emphasizing that the County can only regulate parking on County owned property After further discussion, County Manager Cooper suggested the preparation of a local act allowing the County to enforce handicapped parking as an ordinance instead of enforcement as a state law permitting cars to be ticketed instead of having to wait until the violators corne out of the various places of business. After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to inform all businesses that spaces and signs must be provided for handicapped parking stressing the handicapped law will be enforced and to request the County Attorney to prepare a local act to allow enforcement of the law by ordinance instead of state law. BREAK Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 10:00 o'clock A.M. until 10:13 o'clock A.M. I APPROVAL OF SOCIAL WORKER Ir:pl)~ITION' FOR HOME HEALTH PROGRAM - NEW HANOVER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Mr. Robert Parker, Director of the Health Department, appeared before the Commissioners requesting approval of a Social Worker II_2osition "for the Horne Health Program emphasizing the need for this posi tion. He also stated a report wi 11 be presented to the Commissioners sometime in October reflecting the positive growth for the past year of the Horne Health Program. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the Social Worker II position as requested. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 528 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 (CONTINUED) SCHEDULING OF 1984 BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW MEETING - TAX DEPARTMENT After discussion with Tax Administrator, Roland Register, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to schedule the 1984 Board of Equalization and Review Meeting on April 16, 1984, from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 noon with no applications being accepted after 10:00 o'clock A.M. on this date. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATE i3 FOR TOWER ACCESS ROAD LOCATION - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT Airport Manager Shackelford gave background information on Alternate #3 for the Tower Access Road location stating that three alternatives had been studied with recommendation of Alternate #3 by the consultants for utilization of approximately nine acres of airport lands for future development. Mr. Dale Holland, consultant for Talbert-Cox Associates, Inc., gave an explanation of the three alternates discussing pros and cons. Commissioner OVShields expressed his concern for the expense involved in the installation of concrete curb and gutter along this access road requesting concrete curb and gutter be bid as a separate item. After discussion, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve Alternate #3 for the Tower Access Road Location as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS: Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield Commissioner Blake Chairman Gottovi Commissioner O'Neal Voting Noe: Commissioner OVShields FRANCHISE APPLICATION - COMPREHENSIVE HOME HEALTH CARE, INC. The following Ordinance granting Comprehensive Horne Health Care, Inc. a franchise to provide scheduled non-emergency ambulance service within the unincorporated areas of New Hanover County and scheduled non-emergency and scheduled emergency service originating within the unincorporated areas of New Hanover County with an out-of-county destination passed the first reading: THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, DOES ORDAIN: Section I. Grant. Subject to the terms and conditions of the New Hanover County Ambulance Service Ordinance and the other terms and conditions of this ordinance, Comprehensive Horne Health Care, Inc., its successors and assigns, is hereby granted, from and after the effective date hereof, the right, privilege and franchise to provide Scheduled Non-Emergency ambulance service (Category II) within the unincorporated areas of New Hanover County and Scheduled Non-Emergency (Category II) and Scheduled Emergency (Category I) Ambulance service originating within the unincorporated areas of New Hanover County with an out-of-county destination, for the purpose of providing adequate ambulance service, of these types, to the ci ti zens of the unincorporated areas of New Hanover County; all subject to present and future ordinances of the County relating thereto. Section II. Term. This franchise is granted for the term of five (5) years from and after the effective date hereof; provided that either party, at its option, may terminate the franchise upon sixty (60) days' written notice to the other party. '" 529 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 (CONTINUED) FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE GRANTING FRANCHISE FOR AMBULANCE SERVICE (CONTINUED) Section III. Terr~tory. This franchise shall apply to all of New Hanover County. I Section IV. Renewal. This franchise is renewable at the option of the Board of Commissioners of New Hanover County. Section V. Non-Exclusive. The right herein granted shall be non-exclusive, and New Hanover County reserves the right to grant similar franchises to any person or persons at any period during the present franchise or any extension thereof. Section VI. Standards. The standards for this franchised ambulance service, its drivers and attendants, its vehicles and equipment, and its communications facilities shall, at all times during the term of this franchise or any extension .hereof, comply with all of the laws and requirements of the State of North Carolina and the requirements of the New Hanover County Ambulance Service Ordinance, all of the terms and conditions of which are herein incorporated by reference and made a part hereof, the same as if fully set forth. I Section VII. Insurance. The grantee herein shall, at all times during the term of this franchise and any extension thereof, maintain in full force and effect insurance coverage, issued by an insurance company licensed to do business in the State of North Carolina, sufficient to provide all the insurance necessary to meet the requirements of Section 6-28 of the New Hanover County Ambulance Service Ordinance. Section VIII. Records. Grantee shall keep and maintain all of the records required of the grantee by the New Hanover County Ambulance Service Ordinance and to permit the County to inspect grantee's records, premises and equipment at any time in order to ensure compliance with the New Hanover County Ambulance Service Ordinance. Section IX. Rates and Charges. Grantee shall submit a schedule of rates to New Hanover County for approval and shall not charge more than the approved rates without specific approval by New Hanover County. Section X. Ac~eptance of Franchise. Th~s franchise and the right, privileges and authority hereby granted shall take effect and be in force from and after final passage hereof, as provided by law, provided that within thirty (30) days after the date of the final passage of this ordinance, the grantee shall file with the Clerk to the Board of Commissioners its unconditional acceptance of this franchise and promise to comply with and abide by all of its provisions, terms and conditions, and said acceptance to be in writing and in the form and executed in the manner as provided in this franchise. I Section XI. Grantee's Representation and Covenants. The acceptance of this franchise ordinance by Comprehensive Horne Health Care, Inc., shall constitute representations and covenants by it that: a. It accepts and agrees to all the provisions of this or din a n c e and tho s e ins t rum e n t san d .d 0 cum e n t s incorporated herein by reference; b. It has examined all of the provisions of this and the New Hanover County Ambulance Service Ordinance and waives any claim that any provisions hereof are unreasonable, arbitrary or void; 530 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 (CONTINUED) FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE GRANTING FRANCHISE OF AMBULANCE SERVICE (CONTINUED) c. It recognizes the right of New Hanover County to make reasonable amendments to the franchise ordinance or franchise agreement during the term of the franchise, provided that no such change shall compromise the ability of Comprehensive Horne Health Care, Inc., to perform satisfactorily its obligations or right under this ordinance. It further recognizes and agrees that New Hanover County shall in no way be bound to renew the franchise at the end of the franchise term; d. It acknowledges that its rights hereunder are subject to the police power of New Hanover County to adopt and enforce general ordinances necessary to the safety and welfare of the public, and it agrees to comply with all applicable general laws enacted by New Hanover County pursuant to such power. Section XII. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its final adoption by the Board of Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Caroina. FIRST ADOPTED by a first reading and passage at a regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of New Hanover County on the 26th day of March, 1984, and FINALLY ADOPTED by a second reading and passage at a regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of New Hanover County on the 2nd day of April, 1984. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS APPOINTMENT OF JEANNE ROSE, JOSEPH BAINES, AND IRIS TODD TO SERVE ON THE NURSING HOME ADVISORY COMMITTEE Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to appoint Mrs. Jeanne Rose to serve an unexpired term on the Nursing Horne Advisory Committee expiring on July 27, 1984; to appoint Mrs. Iris Todd to serve an unexpired term on the Nursing Horne Advisory Committee expiring on April 7, 1985; and to appoint Mr. Joseph Baines to serve a one-year term on the Nursing Home Advisory Committee expiring on March 26, 1983. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPOINTMENT OF CAROLYN B. AUGUSTINE TO SERVE ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY COUNCIL ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to appoint Mrs. Carolyn B. Augustine to serve an unexpired term on the New Hanover County Council on the Status' of Women expiring on June 1, 1984. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPOINTMENT OF JOHN MA~ TO SERVE ON THE DOMICILIARY HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to appoint Mr. John Maye to serve an unexpired term on the Domiciliary Horne Community Advisory Committee expiring June 30, 1985. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. DISCUSSION OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 113, DREQUEST FOR REJECTION OF BIDS RECEIVED ON RUNWAY 34 APPROACH CLEARING - NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT Airport Manager Shackelford commented on the request to reject bids received on the Runway 34 Approach Clearing at the Airport stating the Attorney Generalvs office in Raleigh had been contacted to assure the County that no breach or improper procedure would occur if the bids were rejected and negotiation was made with Rowe Construction Company. He stated the main reason for rejecting the bids was due to the excessive amount of i'-. 531 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEM. .13 - REJECTION OF BIDS (CONTINUED) I bids received explaining that each bidder had been. c_om!t,acted for further negotiation of price but with no success giving background data on the difficulty of clearing this runway. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve negotiations with Rowe Construction Company in an amount not to exceed $ 5 0,000. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS RECOGNITION OF OUTSTANDING JOB PERFORMED IN FEATURED ARTICLE IN PACE MAGAZINE OF nWILMINGTON-CAPE FEAR COUNTRyn REPORT Commissioner O'Shields commented on the outstanding job performed by the County Airport Staff in preparing the "Wilmington-Cape Fear Country" Report featured in Pace Magazine. Chairman Gottovi stated while at the Legislative Conference in Washington, many people from various parts of the Country commented on the report and the desirability of this area. DISCUSSION OF PLACEMENT OF TRAFFIC LIGHTS AT LANEY SCHOOL AND GORDON ROAD Commissioner Blake stated he had been contacted by citizens of the County requesting placement of a traffic light at Laney School requesting the Board to contact the N. C. Department of Transportation to make a feasbility study of this need. I Chairman Gottovi stated she would be attending a Transportation Advisory Committee meeting this week and would discuss the request. After discussion, Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to request the Chairman to write a letter to DOT emphasizing the need for placement of two traffic lights at the following locations: (1) Laney High School and Highway 132 North; and (2) Gordon Road and Highway 132 North. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. DISCUSSION OF NOTIFICATION BY COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF WHEN GOING OUT-OF-TOWN Commissioner Blake suggested notification by the County Commissioners, County Manager, County Attorney, and Clerk when a member is planning to be out-of-town for two days or more stating this can be accomplished by contacting the Clerk who in turn will inform the Commissioners. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to request the County Commissioners and Administrative County Staff to notify the Clerk when planning to be out-of-town. I DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATE LOCATION OTHER THAN THE ASSEMBLY ROOM FOR THE MAY 8, 1984, PRIMARY ELECTION RETURNS Chairman Gottovi reported that an alternate location for the May 8, 1984, Primary Election Returns is being sought since the Assembly Room is not adequate to accommodate the number of candidates and supporters involved. Chairman Gottovi stated she would keep the Board informed. DISCUSSION OF PENDING LAWSUIT ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 816 NORTH FOURTH STREET OWNED JOINTLY BY CITY AND COUNTY County Attorney Pope stated Attorney Ernest Fullwood, on behalf of his client Harry Forden, is seeking to repurchase the store building on Fourth Street which is jointly owned by the City of Wilmington and New Hanover County in the amount of $2,851.45 which include all interest, penalties and costs of foreclosure. 532 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF PENDING LAWSUIT ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 816 NORTH FOURTH STREET ( CONTINUED) After discussion, Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to accept the offer of $2,851.45 and to resale the property if the City concurs. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner to ad journ the UNANIMOUSLY. Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 11:20 o'clock A.M. Respectfully submitted, rQ,~~ ~~ F. Smith Clerk to the Board MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 2,1984. ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, April 2, 1984, at 9:00 A.M. in the Assembly Room, New Hanover County Administration Building, Wilmington, North Carolina. Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr., Donald P. Blake; Nolan O'Neal; Claud O'Shields, Jr.; Chairman Karen E. Gottovi; County Manager, G. Felix Cooper, County Attorney, Robert W. Pope, and Clerk to the Board, Lucie F. Smith. Rabbi Robert Waxman, of B'nai Israel Synagogue, gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MARCH 26, 1984 Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 26, 1984, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPEAL FOR REZONING PROPERTY APPROXIMATELY 8 ACRES LOCATED ON THE SOUTHSIDE OF OLEANDER DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY 370 FEET WEST OF AZALEA DRIVE (SR 1506) FROM AN R- 15 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO A B-2 HIGHWAY BUSINESS DISTRICT TABLED TO MAY 7, 1984, MEETING After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to table the Public Hearing to consider an appeal as indicated above to the May 7, 1984, regularly scheduled meeting of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners. NON-AGENDA ITEMS - GENERAL PUBLIC Chairman Gottovi asked if any member of the general public wished to address the Commissioners on any item listed on the Consent Agenda or any subject not listed on the Regular Agenda. The following person commented: Mr. Paul Chahoc commented on a statement forwarded by the New Hanover County Tax Department for penal ties charged to him for Privilege License since 1978-79 stating he felt the penalties were unfair sinc~ he had not been informed that a Privilege License was required by the County as of that date requesting the Commissioners to abate the penalties. I After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to request the County Manager to address this issue and report back to the Board since many complaints have been received. '"