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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-10-01 Regular Meeting 678 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 1, 1984 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, October 1, 1984, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the Assembly Room, New Hanover County Administration Building, 320 Chestnut Street, 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 Wayne Barkley, Pastor of The First Assembly of God, gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 4, 1984, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of September 6, 1984, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner _O'Shields to approve the minutes of the Emergency Meeting of September 10, 1984, as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 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 not listed on the Regular Agenda. The following person commented: Mr. Jesse Hardwick commented on the New Hanover County Library closing on Sunday and Monday for Labor Day requesting an explanation for paying county employees for two holidays. He stated the notice posted indicated the Library would be closed for two days. County Manager Cooper stated that the Library Board of Trustees recommended Sundays during the year to be closed due to a lack of traffic explaining that library employees were not paid when closed on Sundays. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to post notices that are more definitive and to nofity the press when the Library is to be closed on Sundays. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Commissioner Barfield MOVED, 0' Shields to approve the following the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. SECONDED by Commissioner Consent Agenda. Upon vote, CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Resolution for Addition of Roads to State Secondary Road System The Commissioners approved resolutions for addition of the following roads to the N. C. State Maintained Secondary Road System: Spring Rd. & Fairfield Dr. (Div. File #498-N) Colchester Place (Div. File #483-N) A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XI, Page 9. ~ 679 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) Approval of Request for New Positions in Home Health Program - New Hanover County Health Department I The Commissioners approved a Public H~alth Nurse I position and Community Health Technician position in the Home Health Program. No County funds are being requested since the positions are to be paid from third-party revenues in the Home Health Program. Authorization of Fireworks for Riverfest The Commissioners authorized the Riverfest Committee to hold a fireworks show on Saturday night, October 6, 1984. Approval of Request for Grant Proposal Between New Hanover County and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill MPA Program for Traineeship The- Commissioners authorized the County Manager ,to accept terms of a grant proposal establishing a joint training program between the County and the MPA program at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Ms. Sandra Martin has been attained through the MPA Program to coordinate the Governmental Consolidation Study Commission. A copy of the grant proposal is on file in the County Manager's office. Adoption of Handicapped Discrimination Grievance Procedure I The Commissioners adopted a Handicapped Grievance Procedure as required by the Office of Revenue Sharing before October 1, 1984. A copy of the grievance procedure is on file in the County Manager's office. Request for Approval of Contract Between New Hanover County and Standard Glass Company - New Hanover County Airport The Commissioners approved a contract between New Hanover County and Standard Glass Company in the amount of $31,885 for installation of automatic doors in the center and south vestibules of the Airport Terminal. A copy of the contract is on file in the County Manager's. office. Approval of Request for Temporary Clerk Position to Permanent Clerk Position - Finance Department I The Commissioners approved a temporary clerk position to a permanent clerk position in the Finance Department effective October 1, 1984, with approval of the following Budget Amendment: Debit #11 9800 911, Contingencies $9,430 Credit - #11 4131 100, Salaries & Wages $6,720 #11 4131 210, FICA 480 #11 4131 221, Retirement 255 #11 4131 230, Group Insurance 675 #11 4131 421, Departmental Supplies 100 #11 4131 381, Telephone 200 #11 4131 640, Capital Outlay 1,000 680 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED) Approval of Joint City/County Resolution to Submit Application for Community Development Block Grant for Location of Crane Manufacturing Firm The Commissioners adopted a joint City/County resolution to apply for a Community Development Block Grant to encourage the location of a crane manufacturing firm in the City of Wilmington. A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII, Page 9. Approval of Request for Award of Appraisal Contract to Robb, Sniffen and Associates for Appraisal Service on Seagate Sewer-System Project - Engineering Department The Commissioners awarded the low bid in the amount of $3,750 to Robb, Sniffen & Associates for appraisal services to be conducted on the Seagate Sewer System Project. Budget Amendment - Purchase of Emergency Supplies - County Manager The Commissioners approved a Budget Amendment in the amount of $7,500 for purchase of emergency supplies and equipment as required for anticipated emergencies as follows: Debit - #11 9800 911, Contingencies Credit - #11 4110 640, Equipment #11 4110 421, Supplies $7,500 $4,500 3,000 Approval of Budget Amendment - Consolidation Study Commission The Commissioners approved a Budget Amendment in the amount of $23,278 as follows for the Governmental Consolidation Commission: Debit - #11 9800 911, Contingencies Credit - #11 4110 641, Equipment #11 4110 422, Supplies #11 4110 371"Contractural ?er. #11 4110 321, Professional Sere #11 4110 521, Travel #11 4110 412, Printing $23,278 $ 1,000 2,000 11,778 3,000 3,000 2,500 PUBLIC HEARING FOR ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS FOR CORNING GLASS WORKS Commissioner q'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to open the Public Hearing. Mr. Wallace Murchison, Attorney representing the New Hanover Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control Financing Authority, appeared before the Commissioners giving background information on the issuance of bonds for a pollution control project not to exceed $10 million for Corning Glass Works. Mr. Gerald McQuade, Plant Manager of Corning, commented on the pollution control project for expansion of the plant stating the technology will be the same as now in place and will allow a much higher operating level maintaining the state and federal air and water quality standards. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone from the general public wished to speak on the issue. The following person commented: Mr. Jim Ferger Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to close the Public Hearing. I'-... 681 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) PUBLIC HEARING FOR ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS - CORNING GLASS WORKS (CONTINUED) I After reading of the resolution by Mr. Murchison, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adopt a resolution issuing revenue bonds not to exceed $10 million for the pollution control project for Corning Glass Works Company. A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII, Page 9. PUBLIC HEARING Notice had been given that a Public Hearing would be held by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County on Monday, October 1, 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: I PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING PROPERTY APPROXIMATELY 53 ACRES, ENCOMPASSING ALL OF HILLSDALE AND DIXON ACRES SUBDIVISION LOCATED SOUTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF EASTWOOD ROAD (HIGHWAY 74) AND MARKET STREET (HIGHWAY 17) IN HARNETT TOWNSHIP FROM AN R- 15 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO AN R-20 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the rezoning request stating the Planning Staff recommended denial of the rezoning to R-20 since a majority of the lots are in the 15,000 sq. ft. range which would be inconsistent with the low densi ty residential uses intended for that district. He stated that only 10 percent of the property owners were petitioning for the re zoning. Planner Pete Avery stated the Planning Board recommended approval of the rezoning request for the protection of the property value by not allowing mobile homes without a Special Use Pendt. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone from the general public wished to speak in favor of the rezoning request. The following person commented: Mr. Frank Cherry, Attorney representing the petitioners, appeared before the Commissioners stressing the importance of property owners being able to express their opinions on placement of mobile homes in these subdivisions by the requirement of a Special Use Permit requesting consideration of the Board in this matter. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone from the general public wished to speak in opposition to the rezoning request. No one commented. After further discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve the rezoning request from R-15 to R-20. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. I A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA 9B OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTED JULY 1, 1972" is contained in Zoning Book I, Page 54. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE AND THE WESTERN END OF CHAIR ROAD FOR PLACEMENT OF A MOBILE HOME IN AN R-20 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the issuance of a Special Use Permit stating the request must meet the four general requirements. 682 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR PLACEMENT OF A MOBILE HOME ON CHAIR ROAD (CONTINUED\)r .' ',I',,~'J, .~, Cha'irman Gott'ovi asked all p'ersons' wishing to give' testimony in favor of issuing the Special Use Permit to step forward to be duly sworn in. The following persons were sworn in: Mr. John Coleman Mr. William Rivenbark Mr. John Coleman, the petitioner, commented on the adjoining property owned by his father-in-law stating he did not object to placement of the mobile home. Chairman Gottovi asked any persons wishing to give testimony in opposition to the issuance of the Special Use Permit to step forward to be duly sworn in. No one came forward. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve the issuance of the Special Use Permit as follows. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ORDER GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT The County Commissioners for New Hanover County having held a Public Hearing on Monday, October 1, 1984, to consider application number SUP 226 submitted by John E. Coleman, a request for: a Special Use Permit to' U'se the property' loca't'ed ~on the, south side' 'and the western end ,of "Cha1ir Road~' .for 'a Mobile Home in'an'R-20tR~sidential D~strict'ana having heard all the evidence and arguments presented at the hearing, make the following FINDINGS OF FACT and draw the following CONCLUSIONS: I. The County Commissioners FIND as a FACT that all of the specific requirements set forth in Section 72- of the County Zoning Ordinance will be satisfied if the property is developed in accordance with the plans submitted to the County Commissioners. (Specify which requirements, if any, are not satisfied by the proposed development). 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 materially 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: a. The Health Department has issued a septic tank permit for sewage disposal on the property. b. A permit for a private well has been issued by the same authority, contingent upon water sampling testing and the construction of a concrete foundation. 3. It: is th'el County Commis'sioners' 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 FACT: a. The proposed mobile home is a special use in the R-20 zone if a permanent foundation is not planned. In this case, the petitioner does not propose to erect a permanent foundation. b. The lot area is approximately 39,204 sq. ft. c. Adequate access is provided directly from Chair Road via a 10 ft. private drive. d. All side, front, and rear yard requirements are satisfied as shown on the site plan. ~ 683 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED)' PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO LOCATE MOBILE HOME ON CHAIR ROAD (CONTINUED) I 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. A Special Use Permit SUP #221 5/84 for a mobile home usage has been approved for property on Chair Rd., located approximately 500 ft. from the proposed special use. Also, there are approximately five mobile homes in the general vicinity. s. 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: I a. The property is classified rural. The Policies for Growth and Development provide that rural areas be maintained as low density residential uses, rural communities, open space lands, farms, and other uses compatible with the intent of this policy. b. The mobile home if located as proposed would be in general harmony with the area and in general conformity with the plan for development of New Hanover County. 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 a 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 of competent jurisdiction then this permit shall become void and of no effect. c. Other: Compliance with all Federal, State and local codes. Ordered this 1st day of October, 1984. I PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF CASTLE HAYNE ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 350 FEET NORTH OF OAKLEY ROAD FOR APPROVAL TO LOCATE A MOBILE HOME IN AN R-20 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the request showing slides and presenting information on the location of the mobile home. He stated the petitioner would have to meet and satisfy the four general requirements. Chairman Gottovi asked anyone from the general public wishing to give testimony in favor of the issuance of the Special Use Permit to step forward to be duly sworn in. The following persons were sworn in: Ms. Deborah Rhodes 684 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR PLACEMENT OF A MOBILE HOME WEST OF CASTLE HAYNE ROAD (CONTINUED) Ms. Rhodes, the petitioner, stated her grandfather owned the lot and was quite ill requesting consideration of the Board to locate the mobile home behind his house in order to provide care. Chairman Gottovi asked anyone from the general wishing to give testimony in opposition to the issuance Special Use Permit to step forward to be duly sworn in. came forward. public of the No one After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to issue the Special Use Permit as follows: Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. AN-ORDER GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT The County Commissioners for New Hanover County having held a Public Hearing on Monday, October 1, 1984, to consider application number SUP 229 submitted by Deborah Rhodes, a request for a Special Use Permit to use the property located on the west side of Castle Hayne Road, approximately 350 feet north of Oakley 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: I. The County Commissioners FIND as a FACT that all of the specific requirements set forth in Section 72- of the County Zoning Ordinance will be satisfied if the property is developed in accordance with the plans submitted to the County Commissioners. (Specify which requirements, if any, are not satisfied by the proposed development). 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 materially 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: a. The site has an existing septic tank disposal system and it has been determined adequate by the Health Department. b. A permit for a private well has also been issued by the same authority. 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 FACT: a. The proposed use is a special use in the R-20 Zoning District. The overall acreage of Parcel 12, Tax Map 25-19, Block 001 is 5.0 acres. b. All front, side and rear yard setback requirements are met as shown on the site plan. c. Access will be directly from Castle Hayne Road. 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: ~ I I I 685 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR PLACEMENT OF A MOBILE HOME WEST OF CASTLE HAYNE ROAD (CONTINUED) a. Most of the surrounding properties are vacant. There is a mobile home located southwest of the site. There is no visible evidence that the location of a mobile home on this lot will have a detrimental impact on surrounding property values. b. The proposed use would provide for varied housing opportunity, thus fulfilling a need to provide housing of all types to all income groups. 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 proposed use should be in general harmony and character with the surrounding area. b. The property is classified as rural and low density residential uses which are encouraged since they do require major urban services. 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 the 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 of competent jurisdiction then this permit shall become void and of no effect. c. Other: Compliance with all Federal, State and local codes. Ordered this 1st day of October, 1984. BREAK Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 8:04 o'clock P.M. to 8:22 o'clock P. M. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A ZONING TEXT CHANGE FOR ADOPTION OF A CONSERVATION OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICT Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the proposed Text Change for adoption of a Conservation Overlay Zoning District stating COD is designed to protect certain environmental resources in the County. He stated depending on the resource, it would require performance controls, such as drainage improvements and land preservation, that would be in addition to existing zoning controls. Only certain areas of the County, primarily wetlands, would be subject to these additional controls. Planner Dave Weaver outlined the scope of the concept of the proposed Text Change to inform the Commissioners and general public about the Conservation Overlay District. He outlined the purpose of the COD, the conservation resources, and general performance controls for conservation space. Planner Weaver defined the word pocosin. 1 \ 686 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF CONSERVATION OVERLAY DISTRICT (CONTINUED) . I" , Cha.irman ,~ottovi asked if p.I:1,y;on~. from the genera). pu'blic would ~ik~ to $pea~,in favor of this ,Text Change. ,Th~. ~ollowing persons commented: Ms. Karen Hicks, a member of the Seirra Club Mr. Jim Ferger Chairman Gottovi read for the record a letter from Mr. Frederick L. Block, President of Figure "8" Beach Homeowners' Association, Inc. supporting the Conservation Overlay District. Chairman Gottovi asked if anyone from the general public wished to speak in opposition to the Text Change. The following persons commented expressing concern for too much control over property owners' land stating that pocosin could be and had been developed without serve problems. Mr. David Carr Mr. W. H. Grathwol Mr. Eddie Lewis Mr. Howard Loughlin Mr. Jack Stocks After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to have the Planning Staff further study the pocosin areas with a presentatj,.on of maps, aerial photographs, and orverlq,Ys of developed and,raw ~reas for preseptation ~t the ,Nove~ber 19, 1984, regularly scheduled meeting of the County Commissioners. After a lengthy discussion, Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adopt the Conservation Overlay District Ordinance as recommended by the Planning Board excluding the pocosin section to become effective December 1, 1984. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. After further discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to amend Section 59.4-2 (2) to read as follows as recommended by the Planning Department: Commercial, industrial, office, or institutional development occurring on a parcel less than one acre. \ Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the Ordinance is contained in Exhibit Book XII, Page 10. BREAK Chairman Gottovi recessed the meeting for a break from 9:30 o'clock P.M. to 9:43 o'clock P.M. APPROVAL OF FUNDING REQUEST FOR LOWER CAPE FEAR HOSPICE, INC. Mr., R-obert ,McClure, President of the Lower Cape Fear Hospice" InG., ap.peared before the Commissione:r;s giving background information on the purpose of the organi zation requesting funding in the amount of $15,000 to help certify Hospice to receive reimbursement under the Hospice Medicare Benefit. He explained that a cash flow of at least $60,000 will be needed for start-up costs while waiting for Medicare reimbursement. ~ 687 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) APPROVAL OF FUNDING FOR HOSPICE (CONTINUED) Commissioner O'Shields asked if other agencies were going tohe contacted for funding. Mr. McClure stated he planned to request funding from the following governments and organizations: I New Hanover County Brunswick County Pender County City of Wilmington Various Foundations Area Industry and Business $15,000 4,000 2,000 10,000 10,000 20,000 After discussion of the worthwhile services provided by Hospice, Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to approve the funding request in the amount of $15,000 being appropriated from Contingencies. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DISCUSSION OF ASSISTANCE OFFERED BY OTHER NORTH CAROLINA COUNTIES IN THE AFTERMATH OF HURRICANE DIANA Commissioner O'Shields commented on the resolution forwarded by 8raven County and other counties throughout North Carolina offering assistance after Hurricane Diana. I After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to authorize the Chairman to write a thank you letter to be published in COUNTY LINES expressing appreciation to persons from other counties who assisted and offered assistance in the emergency situation. Chairman Gottovi stated she was writing letters to all organizations, rescue squads, and groups that gave so unselfishly of their time and energies during the crisis. She also expressed appreciation to the workers in the Emergency Shelters who were there at all times and willing to give of their time. DISCUSSION OF RENAMING MASONBORO LOOP ROAD TO PINE GROVE ROAD Commissioner Blake stated he had received numerous calls on the renaming of a portion of Masonboro Loop Road to Pine Grove Road explaining that the signs erected and the proposal had been made by the City of Wilmington not New Hanover County. DISCUSSION OF TRAFFIC PROBLEMS FROM HIGHWAY 74 TO CARDINAL LANE ACROSS TO HIGHWAY 132 Commissioner O'Neal commented on the traffic problems that are going to be created by the proposed developments in the Cardinal Lane area of College Acres. Chairman Gottovi stated she had written a letter to the City of Wilmington requesting that the City's subdivision regulations conform to the County's subdivision regulations in terms of apartment developments emptying into residential areas. She stated she had not received a reply as of this date. I DISCUSSION OF REQUEST FOR DONATION OF PROPERTY BY NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION TO ERECT A MONUMENT IN TRIBUTE TO COMMUNITY HOSPITAL NURSES Commissioner Barf ield requested authori zation for the Chairman to write a letter to the New Hanover County Board of Education requesting donation of a portion of property where Community Hospital existed in order to build a monument in tribute to the nurses. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to authorize the Chairman to write a letter requesting designation of a space for this monument to be erected. 688 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) UPDATE ON DEBRIS PICK-UP County Manager Cooper gave an update on the debris pick-up stating the County was proceeding as quickly as possible with the equipment available. He complimented the Army on an excellent job emphasizing the amount of money they had saved New Hanover County. He stated the county would be contracting with private firms within the next week in order to complete debris removal. DISCUSSION OF METHODOLOGY FOR PARTICIPATION IN COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS After review and discussion of a draft request for proposals for the Community Action Partnership Programs, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to proceed with the Request for Proposals from various agencies wishing to receive funds from the Community Action Partnership Programs which serve low-income individuals and help to alleveiate poverty. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER ADOPTION OF BUDGET ORDINANCE FOR RENOVATION OF BRADLEY CREEK SCHOOL SITE FOR AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION BUILDING Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to adopt a Budget Ordinance for renovation of the Bradley Creek School Site for the Agricultural Extension Building. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the Budget Ordinance is contained in Exhibit Book XII, Page II. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE COUNTY MANAGER AS APPLICANT'S AGENT FOR THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY County Manager Cooper stated that the federal government would reimburse the County 75% of documented costs with the State reimbursing 12 1/2%. He suggested the Chairman write a letter to the State requesting reimbursement of the remaining 12 1/2%. He stated that in order to process the forms necessary for reimbursement, the Commissioners should designate him as the Applicant's Agent. After discussion, Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi to adopt a resolution designating County Manager Cooper as the Applicant's Agent for federal assistance under the Disaster Relief Act (Public Law 288, 93rd Congress). Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII, Page II. DISCUSSION OF ESTABLISHING A BUILDING COMMITTEE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW MUSEUM BUILDING County Manager Cooper requested authority to establish a Building Committee for the construction of a new Museum Building with the primary functions of this committee as follows: (1) affirm the location of the building; (2) select and recommend an architectural firm for the design and concept; and (3) outline a process for a bond referendum for next fall. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to authorize the County Manager to form this committee. DISCUSSION OF ESTABLISHING A COMMITTEE CONSISTING OF RETIRED PROFESSIONALS TO BE NAMED THE COUNTY MANAGER'S ADVISORY GROUP County Manager Cooper stated he had been contacted by several retired professionals desiring to serve on a committee giving of their skills and knowledge. He requested authority to establish a County Manager's Advisory Group consisting of these persons meeting once a month to provide valuable assistance to ~ 689 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) DISCUSSION OF COUNTY MANAGER'S ADVISORY GROUP (CONTINUED) the County Staff in making recommendations on various projects requesting authority to appoint the committee himself. I After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to authori ze the County Manager to proceed with establishment of this group. DISCUSSION OF INCORPORATION OF NORTH WILMINGTON County Manager Cooper commented on the prior attempt by persons to incorporate North Wilmington separate and independent from the City and County. He stated another group had approached the City of Wilmington requesting provision of water and sewer to this area. He stressed the danger of the City providing these services as requested stating this could possibly modify the County's Sewer Plan without the County having any input. Commissioner O'Shields suggested meeting with the City Council as soon as possible to discuss this matter stressing the possible effect on the Land Use Plan and County Sewer System which required ten years to complete. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to authorize the Chairman to write a letter to Mayor Schwartz requesting a joint meeting of the County Commissioners and City Council on October 22, 1984, at 8:00 o'clock A.M. in the Fifth Floor Conference Room of the County Administration Building. I CHANGE OF DATE OF REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING OF NOVEMBER 5, 1984 Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to change the meeting date of November 5, 1984, to November 12, 1984, at 7:00 P.M. due to the elections being held on November 6. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS APPOINTMENT OF MAURICE T. WILSON TO SERVE ON THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Gottovi to appoint Mr. Maurice T. Wilson to serve an unexpired term expiring December 31, 1986, on the Board of Health. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPOINTMENT OF ALOYSIUS SEBIAN AND JACK L. FRANK TO SERVE ON THE DOMICILIARY HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to appoint Mr. Aloysius Sebian and Mr. Jack L. Frank to serve unexpired terms on the Domiciliary Home Community Advisory Board expir ing on June 30, 1986. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. I APPOINTMENT OF NOLA NADEAU, RHESA R. STONE, AND RALPH C. MCCOY TO THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to appoint Ms. Nola Nadeau, Ms. Rhesa R. Stone, and Dr. Ralph C. McCoy to serve three-year terms on the Library Advisory Board expiring on August 31, 1987. APPOINTMENT OF BEA CLEMMONS TO THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to appoint Ms. Bea Clemmons to serve an unexpired term on the New Hanover County Planning Commission expiring July 31, 1985. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 690 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, OCTOBER 1, 1984 (CONTINUED) COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS (CONTINUED) APPOINTMENT OF JAMES Me PARKER TO THE NEW HANOVER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BOARD Commissioner O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to appoint Mr. James M. Parker to serve a five-year term on the New Hanover Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees expiring on September 30, 1989. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADJOURNMENT OF EMERGENCY MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 10, 1984 Commissioner 0' Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to adjourn the Emergency Meeting of September 10, 1984, stating a state of emergency no longer existed. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Gottovi MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Blake to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairman Gottovi adjourned the meeting at 11:05 o'clock P.M. Respectfully submitted, ~~? Clerk MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 15, 1984 ASSEMBLY The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, October 15, 1984, at 9:00 o'clock A.M. in the Assembly Room, New Hanover County Administration Building, 320 Chestnut Street, 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 Deputy Clerk to the Board, Joyce Bragg. Reverend Benjamin Gault, Pastor of the Ogden Baptist Church, gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner O'Shields MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 17, 1984 and the minutes of Continued Emergency Session of September 17, 1984 as presented. Commissioner Barf ield was excused from voting since he was absent from that meeting due to illness. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED as follows: Voting Aye: Commissioner Blake Commissioner O'Neal Commissioner O'Shields Chairman Gottovi Abstaining: Commissioner Barfield 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 not listed on the Regular Agenda. ~