1984-09-04 Regular Meeting
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KINUTES OF REGULAR MEETINGu SEPTEMBER 4u 1984
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Tuesday, September 4, 1984, at 7:00 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.
Commissioner Claud O'Shields, Jr. gave the invocation.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
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 listed on the Regular Agenda.
Mr. Fred Retchin requested the naming of a street or road
after Michael Jordan since he is a favorite son of the community
stating his family lives on Gordon Road. He commented on
Interstate 1-40 dividing this road and requested the Board to
name the new portion of Gordon Road, "Michael Jordan Road."
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have
the Planning Department to follow up on this suggestion and
present to the Board at a later date.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
County Attorney Pope commented on Item #20, EDA Water &
Sewer Project - CP& L Electric Service Easement - New Hanover
County Airport, requesting approval of the execution of the
easement subject to the Legal Department seeking clarification of
the technical language with Carolina Power & Light Company.
Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields
to approve the following Consent Agenda with approval of Item #20
being clarified by the the County Attorney. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Consent Agenda
Approval of Resolution Proposing Acceptance of Offers to Purchase
Surplus Real Property
The Commissioners adopted a resolution accepting an offer in
the amount of $795 to purchase property at 506 Grace Street. The
property represents an ad valorem tax value as of 1983 totaling
$1,590.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII,
Page 1.
Proclamation Proclaiming the Week of September 2-8u 1984u
as School Safety and School Bus Driver Appreciation Week
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The Commissioners proclaimed the week of September 2-8,
1984, as SCHOOL SAFETY AND SCHOOL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION WEEK in
New Hanover County.
A copy of the proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book XII,
Page 1.
Request for Sale of Wrecked Vehicle
The Commissioners authorized the Director of Finance, Andy
Atkinson, to sale a wrecked 1978 GMC Van for a net price of $795.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED)
Approval of Certificate of Resolutions - Equipment Lease/Purchase
Agreement New Commitment Dated September 10, 1984
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The Commissioners approved a resolution entering into
agreement with First Union National Bank for the Equipment
Lease/Purchase Agreement.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII,
Page 2.
Approval for Sale of Prints - New Hanover County Museum
The Commissioners authorized the New Hanover County Museum
to hold a public sale of prints which are not relevant to the
museum's collection with proceeds of the sale to be appropriated
to an account designated solely for the purchase of artifacts for
the museum's permanent collection.
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cop y 0 f the request -is on file in tbe County Manager's
Approval of Amended Steam Purchase Contract With W. R. Grace -
Engineering Department
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute an
amended Steam Purchase Contract with W. R. Grace.
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A copy of the amended contract is on file in the County
Manager's office.
Approval of Proposed Interlocal Fire Protection Agreement - Refuse Fired
Steam Plant
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute an
Interlocal Fire Protection Agreement between the City of
Wilmington and New Hanover County for fire protection of the
Refuse Fired Steam Plant.
A copy of the agreement is on file in the County Manager's
office.
Approval of Request for Extension of Contract with Rowe Tree Company -
New Hanover County Airport
The Commissioners approved extension of the present contract
with Rowe Tree Company by 17 days for the clearing project of
Runway 34 due to unusual working conditions of the site and tidal
area covering more than one-half of the project.
Approval of Request for Additional Engineering Fee for Runway 34
Approach Clearing Project - New Hanover County Airport
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The Cqmmissioners approved an additional engineering fee of
$711.85 to Talbert Cox & Associates, Work Authorization 83-6, to
pay for services provided to complete the Runway 34 Approach
Clearing Project.
Approval of Request for Funding a Portion of Fireworks Show
for Riverfest '84
The Commissioners approved funding in the amount of $1,500
representing one-half of the cost of the fireworks show
on October 6, 1984 for Riverfest '84.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED)
Approval of State Senior Center Grant Funds Application - Aging
Services
The Commissioners authorized the execution of a tentative
Grant Application for improvements to the Senior Center 'including
a new parking lot in the amount of $11,946; renovation of the
auditorium floor in the amount of $2,797; and the installation of
two shuffle board courts in the amount of $1,300.
A copy of the Grant Application is on file in the County
Manager's office.
Approval of Budget Amendment - Schools - Finance Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment
in the amount of $ 6 0 9,977 for the Public Schools Current
Operating Account:
Debit - #11 9800 911, Contingencies $609,977
Credit - #11 5911 580, Public Schools
Current Operating $609,977
Approval of Budget Amendment - Various - Finance Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in
the amount of $15,000 for interest/principal payments with FUNB
schedules:
Debit - #11 4330 594, Installment Payments
#11 6110 594, Installment Payments
Credit - #11 4132 594, Instal~ment Payments
$ 7,600
7,400
$15,000
Approval of Budget Amendment - Ne~ Hanover County Airport
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in
the amount of $2,929 to set up money for prior year purchase
orders:
Debit - #60 3990 990, Approp. Fund Balance
Credit - #60 4570 391, M&R Bldgs. & Grounds
$2,929
$2,929
Approval of Budget Amendment - Septage Disposal Facility - Engineering
Department
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in
the amount of $23,880 to disburse payment for debt service
interest for F/Y 1984-85:
Debit - #46 3310 890, Interest on Invest. $23,880
Credit - #46 4601 590, Debt Service Interest $23,880
Approval of Budget Amendment - Sheriff's Department - 55 MFH Grant
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in
the amount of $6,975 to budget "carry-forward" money from the
83/84 55 MPH Grant:
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Debit -#11 3413 220, Highway-Safety Grant $6,975
Credit -#11 4314 210, FICA $ 49
-#11 4314 230, Group Insurance 240
-#11 4314 411, Printing 823
-#11 4314 421, Dept. Supplies 1,527
-#11 4314 422, Auto Supplies 1,226
-#11 4314 540, Insurance 2,334
-#11 4314 640, Capital Outlay 776
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED)
Approval of Budget Amendment - New Hanover County Museum
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The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in
the amount of $8,833 to budget "carry-forward" money from the IMS
83/84 grant and the Museum Foundation grant:
Debit - #11 3614 212, IMS Grant $8,221
- #11 3614 214, Museum Found. Grant 612
Credit - #11 6140 100, Salaries $7,685
#11 6140 210, FICA 536
#11 6140 100, Salaries 575
#11 6140 210, FICA 37
Approval of Budget Amendment - Sheriff's Department - DWI
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment in
the amount of $6,395 to budget "carry forward" money from the
1983/84 DWI Chemical Testing grant:
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Debit #11 3413 220 Highway Safety Grant $6,395,
Credit #11 4315 100 Salaries $1,677
#11 4315 210 FICA 136
#11 4315 222 Retirement 431
#11 4315 230 Group Insurance 120
#11 4315 411 Printing 369
#11 4315 421 Dept. Supplies 2,520
#11 4315 540 Insurance 1,142
Recordation of 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:
Health/Orthopedic
Debit - #11 3517 372 Revenues
Credit - #11 5171 421 Dept. Supplies
#11 5171 520 Travel, Meetings & Schools
$480
$380
100
Emergency Medical Services - Office Furniture
Debit - #11 9800 911, Contingencies
Credit - #11 4330 640, Capital Outlay
#11 4330 421, Materials & Supplies
$2,128
$1,156
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Approval of EDA Water & Sewer Project - CP&L Electric Service
Easement - New Hanover County Airport
The Commissioners authorized the County Manager to execute
an easement prepared by Carolina Power & Light Company for
servicing the sewer lift station for the EDA Water & Sewer
Project.
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A copy of the agreement is on file in the County Manager's
office.
Approval of Work Authorization 84-3 - Fixed Distance Markers - New
Hanover County Airport
The Commissioners authorized the County Manager to execute
Work Authorization 84-3 to provide engineering basic services for
installation of lighted, fixed distance markers for Runway 16-34
and Runway 5-23 for a cost of $6,620 for the Design Phase and
$2,670 for the Construction Phase.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED)
Recordation of Change Order E-16 and P-7 - Judicial Building Approved
by County Manager
Change Order E-16 in the amount of $849.28 and P-7 in
the amount of $309 have been approved by the County
Manager and are being reported for entry into the
record along with the following Budget Amendment:
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Debit - #48 9800 911, Contingencies
Credit - #48 4708 624, Plumbing Contractor
#48 4708 623, Electrical Contractor
$1,158
$ 309
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PUBLIC HEARING FOR ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS FOR NATIONAL SERVICE
INDUSTRIES
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to open the Public Hearing for discussion by Mr. Wallace
Murchison, Attorney representing the Industrial Facilities and
Pollution Control Financing Authority, for issuance of revenue
bonds for National Service Industries. He gave background
information on the request stating the purpose for expansion of a
warehouse at Block Industries. Mr. Ben Raskin, Vice President
of Block Industries, commented on the expansion.
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone from the general public
would like to comment on the issuance of the bonds. No one
commented.
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Neal to to close the Public Hearing.
After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Blake to approve the issuance of the bonds not to
exceed $750,000 for expansion of the facility. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII,
Page 2.
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION FOR EXECUTION OF $120,000 SANITARY SEWER
BOND ANTICIPATION NOTE
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to authorize the execution of the $120,000 sanitary
sewer bond anticipation note to replace the $390,000 note for
construction of the septage sewer facility. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PROPOSALS FOR PROJECTS ELIGIBLE FOR
FUNDING IN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CATEGORY OF THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Planner Alfred Dixon stated this was the first of two public
hearings for solicitation of proposals for projects eligible for
funding in the economic development category of the Community
Development Block Grant Program. He stated the deadline for
submission of an application was October 1, 1984, and the grant
funds available were $750,000. He gave background information on
the AMHOIST project.
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Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone from the general public
wished to present a proposal or comment. The following person
commented:
Mr. Sandy Wood, representing the Committee of 100, stated
they were very actively working on the project with AMHOIST to
bring this industry into the area.
Planner Alfred Dixon stated the second Public Hearing would
be held on September 17, 1984, for consideration of adopting a
resolution to approve submitting a grant application for the
AMHOIST project.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
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PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held
by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County
Tuesday, September 4, 1984, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the
Assembly Room of the County Administration Building, 320
Chestnut Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, to consider the
following:
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING PROPERTY APPROXIMATELY 10
ACRES LOCATED ON THE SOUTHSIDE OF OLEANDER DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY
350 FEET WEST OF 58TH STREET (SR 1506) FROM AN R-15 RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT AND A B-2 HIGHWAY BUSINESS DISTRICT TO A SHOPPING CENTER
DISTRICT
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
request stating the New Hanover County Planning Board recommended
approval of the petition for rezoning with knowledge and
understanding that a general drainage system, including both
natural and manmade features along with the proposed treatment of
ground cover, slopes, banks, and ditches will be submitted to the
County for approval. He stated the Planning Board recommended
ingress and egress be limited to two access points from Oleander
and that no access be permitted to residential areas.
Commissioner O'Neal expressed his concern for a well
developed drainage plan and adequate buffer area.
Chairman Gottovi commented on the size and number of signs
to be erected in front of the shopping center and the
architectural design.
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Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in
favor of the rezoning request. The following person commented:
Mr. Robert T. Murphrey, Vice President of Commercial Realty
Company, gave background information on the proposed shopping
center and shops to be located requesting consideration of the
Board to approve the rezoning stating this project would
certainly enhance the value of the land.
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the rezoning request. No one commented.
After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve the rezoning request
to a Shopping Center District subject to (1) approval by the
Planning Staff of the site plan submitted by the owner and
developer incorporating recommendations by the Planning Staff for
compliance of the Shopping Center classification; (2) approval of
a drainage plan by the Planning Staff and County Engineer when
the site plan is submitted with the stipulation that the shopping
center must tie into the County Sewer System within 180 days of
availability and (3) erection of one sign no larger than 300
square feet in size. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 6 OF NEW HANOVER
COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA ADOPTED AUGUST 18, 1981" is contained in
Zoning Book I, Section 6, Page 25.
Mr. Chuck Ray commented on establishment of consolidated
rules and regulations being incorporated in the Zoning Ordinance
for developers and contractors in order to avoid so much
confusion when applying for special use permits.
BREAK
Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 8:20
o'clock P.M. to 8:39 o'clock P.M.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EASTSIDE OF ROSE AVENUE, APPROXIMATELY
260 FEET SOUTH OF ITS INTERSECTION WITH RIDGEWOOD HEIGHTS DRIVE
FOR A DAY CARE CENTER IN AN R-15 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
request for a Special Use Permit located on the eastside of Rose
Avenue in a residential district stating preliminary inspections
had been made by the State Child Day Care Licensing Office and
Health Department for the proposed facility.
Chairman Gottovi asked all persons present wishing 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. Chris Clodfelter
Mr. Chris Clodfelter, the petitioner, appeared before the
Commissioners giving background information on the proposed in-
house learning day care facility stating the center did meet the
four general requirements. He stated conversion of the existing
house would not injure the value of adjacent property owners and
requested consideration of the Board for issuance of the Special
Use Permit.
Commissioner O'Neal questioned the number of children to be
cared for in comparison to the square footage of the house.
Chairman Gottovi asked all persons present wishing to give
testimony in opposition to the issuance of the Special Use Permit
to step forward to be duly sworn in. The following persons were
sworn in:
Mr. Tony Banks
Ms. Lea Banks
Mr. Walter Barnhill
Mr. Harold Lane
Ms. Betty Barnhill
Ms. Melody Barnhill
Ms. Margaret Hickman
Ms. Susan Hammond
Mr. John Wallace
Ms. Dorothy Edwards
Mr. Thomas J. Knight
Mr. Mike Merritt
Mr. Kendall Hardee
Ms. Doris Coley
The following persons commented on increased traffic
conjestion and the devaluation of their property:
Mr. Tony Banks
Ms. Lea Banks
Mr. Margaret Hickman
Mr. Walter Barnhill
Ms. Doris Coley
Mr. Mike Merritt
Mr. Harold Lane
After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to deny issuance of the Special
Use Permit since the proposal did not meet the conditions
stipulated in General Requirement No. 3 noting the said use would
have an adverse impact on surrounding property owners by bringing
down the property values. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TO
ALLOW BUILDINGS NOT EXCEEDING 600 SQUARE FEET TO BE LOCATED
WITHIN FIVE (5) FEET OF THE PROPERTY LINE
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
proposed Text Amendment stating the Inspections Director had
requested the change from 500 sq. ft. to 600 sq. ft. to
streamline the present administrative procedures for packaged
garages.
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in
favor of the proposed Text Amendment. No one commented.
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the proposed Text Amendment. No one commented.
After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Blake to approve the Text Amendment to Article VI,
Section 62 to read as follows:
No accessory building shall be erected in any required
yard nor within five (5) feet of any other building
except those accessory buildings not exceeding 600
square feet.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER, NORTH
CAROLINA AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY
ADOPTED OCTOBER 6, 1969" is contained in Exhibit Book XI I, Page
2.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER STREET NAME CHANGES
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
following street name changes stating the proposed changes had
been advertised and posted:
1. Naming of a private road off SR 1514 in Harnett
Township to Sweetgum Hollow Road.
2. Renaming of a private road in Dolphin Bay from
Bonita Drive to Sea Bass Drive.
3. Naming of a public road running north and west
parallel with Holly Shelter Road (SR 1002) near
1-40 interchange in Cape Fear Township to Nixon
Lane.
4. Renaming a Road in the corporate limits of
Carolina Beach from Kingfish Lane to Searay
Lane in Federal Point Township.
Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone present wished to speak on
the street renamings. No one commented.
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After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner O'Neal to name a private road off SR 1514 in Harnett
Township to Sweetgum Hollow Road. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Blake to rename Bonita Drive located in Dolphin Bay
Subdivision to Sea Bass Drive. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Blake to name a public road running north and west
parallel with Holly Shelter Road (SR 1002) near 1-40 interchange
to Nixon Lane. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Blake to rename Kingfish Lane in the Federal Point
Township to Searay Lane. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Copies of recorded renamings are contained in Exhibit Book
XII, Page 3.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CLOSE OLD
MILITARY ROAD FROM ITS INTERSECTION WITH AVERY DRIVE EXTENDING
NORTH AND EAST APPROXIMATELY 245 FEET TO ITS TERMINATION AT
BRADLEY CREEK
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
Resolution of Intent to close Old Military Road from its
intersection with Avery Drive extending north and east
approximately 245 feet to its termination at Bradley Cree~.
Commissioners O'Neal and Barfield expressed their concern
for public access to the area.
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake
to approve the Resolution of Intent to hold a Public Hearing on
the request on October 15, 1984, at 9:00 A.M. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Blake
Commissioner O'Shields
Chairman Gottovi
Voting Noe: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner O'Neal
A copy of the Resolution of Intent is contained in Exhibit
Book XII, Page 4.
INTRODUCTION OF PETE AVERY AS NEW STAPF PLANNER FOR PLANNING
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DEPARTMENT
Planning Director Hayes introduced Pete Avery as the new
Staff Planner for the Planning Department. Chairman Gottovi, on
behalf of the Board, welcomed Mr. Avery aboard wishing him
success in his employment with the County.
DISCUSSION OF ACCESS TO COLLEGE ACRES
Chairman Gottovi stated she had received several calls from
residents of College Acres concerned about the use of College
Road as the access road to the new condominiums in the college
area.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to
communicate with the City for better coordination of the City and
County Ordinances in the requirement concerning approvals of high
density projects on residential streets.
Commissioner Blake stated he had received complaints about
the number of students being housed in private homes. Planning
Director Hayes stated the Zoning Ordinance states you cannot have
more than five unrelated people in a home; otherwise it is not
considered a family dwelling but a multi-family dwelling.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to make
a copy of this portion of the Zoning Ordinance and forward to the
Board of Realtors advising them of the limitations.
APPROVAL OF FUNDING REQUEST BY TASK FORCE AGAINST FAMILY VIOLENCE
Ms. Roselle Margolis, a Board Member of the Task Force
Against Family Violence, appeared before the Commissioners
requesting additional funding in the amount of $6,000 in order to
meet the needs of the citizens and children affected by family
violence in New Hanover County.
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After discussion, Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield to approve additional funding in the amount
of $6,000. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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APPROVAL OF BUDGET AMENDMENT - HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to approve a Budget Amendment in the amount of $2,400
reflecting the grant applying $2,000 to a line item for legal
expenses and $400 for salaries and wages. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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DISCUSSION OF LANDFILL/INCINERATOR DISPOSAL FEES
Mr. Lonnie C. Poole, Jr., President of Waste Industries,
Inc., appeared before the Commissioners stressing the
competitiveness of the hauling business and costs involved to his
company and customers with the proposed landfill/incinerator
disposal fees emphasizing ~mplementation of controls necessary to
prevent haulers from outslde of New Hanover County coming into
the county raiding the market and transporting wastes outside the
county. He stated the proposed plan, if implemented, would
encourage breaking of the law.
Engineering Director Hilton stated all burnable wastes had
been directed to go to the Steam Plant. All nonburnable wastes
had been directed to go to the landfill. Director Hilton
stressed the importance of unacceptable wastes at the Steam Plant
emphasizing the damage that could occur.
County Manager Cooper stated a recommendation would be made
to the Commissioners not allowing any hauler who breaks the law
to operate in New Hanover County. He stated the incinerator had
been operation for only a week and suggested implementation of
the proposed plan with adjustments being made if necessary.
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Commissioner Blake commented on requiring every household in
the County to pay a trash collection fee as part of their taxes
stating this would be deductible as a tax exemption and would
prevent individuals from hauling trash into another county.
After a lengthy discussion, it was the consensus of the
Board to work with the haulers making adjustments as necessary
requesting the Engineering Director to keep the Board informed.
Chairman Gottovi expressed appreciation to Mr. Poole for
appearing before the Board stating his concerns.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
APPROVAL OF FUNDING FOR CAPE FEAR RIVER WATER QUALITY STUDY
Commissioner 0' Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to approve funding in the amount of $2,000 for New
Hanover County's portion of costs incurred in the performance of
the Cape Fear River Water Quality Study. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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RECOGNITION OF JOB PERFORMANCE FOR DEPUTIES IN THE SHERIFF'S
DEPARTMENT - INCIDENT ON ROSE AVENEUE
Commissioner O'Shields complimented the Sheriff's Department
for control of a shooting incident on Rose Avenue stating the
situation was handled in a very professional and efficient
manner. He stated he did see, however, a need for deputies being
equipped with adequate radio equipment.
DISCUSSION OF COUNTY PARTICIPATION IN THE COMMUNITY SERVICE BLOCK
GRANT AND COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS
Chairman Gottovi stated she had met with Mr. McCluey Hewitt
and Dick Snyder to discuss New Hanover County's participation in
the Community Service Block Grant and Community Action
Partnership Programs. She stated the deadline for notifying the
State was September 12, 1984, for participation in the allocation
of funds stating SENCLAND should have informed the County about
participation in the program.
After discussion on community action
orR8enure to follow in ~electing an.agency
tla ver county would dlrectly recelve the
consensus of the Board to authorize the
agencies and what
ensuring that New
funds, it was the
Chairman to write
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
DISCUSSION OF COUNTY PARTICIPATION IN COMMUNITY ACTION
PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM (CONTINUED)
the State requesting an extension of the deadline of September
12, 1984, and hold a work session on Thursday, September 6,
1984, at 9:00 A.M. with Mr. Lester Moore, Executive Director of
the Division of Economic Opportunity, N. C. Department of Natural
Resources and Community Development, for further information and
procedures to be followed in participating in the program,
meeting the deadline, and designation of a non-profit private
agency.
DISCUSSION OF COUNTY MANAGER'S EVALUATION
Chairman Gottovi asked the Commissioners if they were
pleased with the evaluation and remarks.
Commissioner
evaluation stating
as County Manager
fact.
Blake commented on the County Manager's
he felt Mr. Cooper had done an outstanding job
and would like to publicly acknowledge this
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to make
the evaluation available to the public stating his increase for
the fiscal year 1984/85.
APPROVAL OF PURCHASE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2ND AND GRACE STREETS
County Manager Cooper stated he had contacted Mr. Raymond
Holland, Jr. and Mr. John Debnam for purchase of the property
located at 2nd and Grace Streets and they had agreed to sell one
parcel for $35,000 and the other parcel for $125,000 which the
Tax Appraisal Supervisor feels is reasonable. He requested
direction of the Board as whether or not to purchase the property
stating the sellers had agreed to the draft contracts.
After discussion on the property being an ideal location for
the new museum building, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner 0' Shields to authori ze the County Attorney to
prepare the contracts for purchase. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
DISCUSSION OF HIRING A COORDINATOR FOR THE GOVERNMENTAL
CONSOLIDATION STUDY COMMISSION
County Manager Cooper recommended the hiring of a full-time
professional staff assistant to coordinate and provide
administrative support to the Governmental Consolidation Study
Commission. He stated Ms. Sandra Martin was recommended by the
MPA Program as an intern and suggested hiring her for this
position for an eight-month period of time.
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Neal to authorize the County Manager to contact Mr. Don Hayman
with the Institute of Government as to the procedure to follow in
hiring Ms. Martin. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
DISCUSSION OF THE SOCIAL SERVICES BUILDING
County Manager Cooper stated he had met with persons in the
Finance Department of Social Services and the Local Government
Commission following up on the study of the Social Services
Building stating some pertinent information had been received and
he would prepare a report within the next three weeks presenting
several options.
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DISCUSSION OF JONES INTERCABLE FRANCHISE
County Manager Cooper stated Jones Intercable had requested
to appear before the Commissioners. After discussion, it was the
consensus of the Board to place this item on the agenda for the
September 17 meeting.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 4, 1984 (CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION OF DONATION OF PORTRAIT IN JUDICIAL BUILDING
Mr. George Rountree, III would like to donate a portrait of
his grandfather, George Rountree, who served as Resident Superior
County Judge for New Hanover County in 1913 and 1914.
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After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board for
George Rountree, III to contact Louise Rehder, Clerk of Superior
Court, as to the type of frame to purchase in order to keep
conformity of frames throughout the building.
AUTHORIZATION TO DEMOLISH THE OLD DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S BUILDING
County Manager Cooper commented on the condition of the Old
District Attorney's Building at 14 North 3rd Street requesting
authorization to demolish the building.
Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to
authorize Mr. Winfred Simpson, Supt. of Property Management, to
demolish the building saving all items that can be used
elsewhere. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
AUTHORIZATION OF FIRST CITIZENS BANK AND TRUST COMPANY AS PAYING
AGENT FOR BOND COUPONS
Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
O'Neal to appoint First Citizens Bank and Trust Company as the
paying agent for bond coupons. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Blake MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to
adjourn. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 11:50 o'clock P.M.
~e pectfully submitted,
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L cie F. Smith
Clerk
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 6, 1984
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover
Session on Thursday,
the Assembly Room,
Carolina.
County Board of Commissioners met in Special
September 6, 1984, at 9:00 o'clock A.M. in
320 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, North
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.
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Chairman Gottovi called the meeting to order welcoming Mr.
Lester Moore, Executive Director of the Division of Economic
Opportunity, N. C. Department of Natural Resources and Community
Development, stating a work session had been called to discuss
participation of New Hanover County in the Community Action
Partnership programs.
DISCUSSION OF PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES OF PARTICIPATION IN
COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS
Mr. Lester Moore gave background information on the
Community Action Partnership programs emphasizing participation
of New Hanover County. He stated if the County joined an