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MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
DISCUSSION OF TOURISM STUDY (CONTINUED)
Absent: Commissioner O'Shields
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII,
Page 45.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Retchin to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman O'Neal ad journed the Special Meeting at 6: 45
o'clock P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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~-e F. Harrell
Clerk
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985
ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular
Session on Monday, April 1, 1985, at 7:00 o'clock P.M. in the
Assembly Room, County Administration Building, 320 Chestnut
Street, Wilmington, North Carolina.
Members present were: Commissioners Jonathan Barfield, Sr.;
John Dolan; Fred Retchin; Chairman Nolan O'Neal; County Manager
G. Felix Cooper; County Attorney, Robert W. Pope; and Clerk to
the Board, Lucie F. Harrell. Commissioner O'Shields had reported
at the previous meeting he would be late due to a prior
commitment.
Chairman O'Neal gave the invocation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting of March 8,
as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Dolan
1985,
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan
to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 11, 1985,
as presented. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak on
any item not listed on the Regular Agenda or any item on the
Consent Agenda. The following persons commented:
Mr. Don Stegall commented on withdrawal of Agenda Item #16,
a request for issuance of a Special Use Permit for Oleander
Garden Cemetary, requesting assistance in handling the problems
created by the company if the request should be presented at a
later date.
Chairman O'Neal assured Mr. Stegall that all persons
concerned would be notified if the request should be placed on
the agenda at another time.
Mr. Alton Lennon, Attorney representing the petitioner,
Bayshore Properties, requested withdrawal of Item #10, a Public
Hearing to consider rezoning property located on the southeast
side of Market Street running north and south of the entrance to
Bayshore Estates from R-15 Residential to B-2 Highway Business.
He stated the petitioner had decided to revise the request and
would apply for rezoning within the next six months.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
After discussion and based upon letters received from
petitioners for withdrawal, it was the consensus of the Board to
remove Item #10, Item #11 (due to annexation by the City), and
Item #19 from the Regular Agenda.
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DISCUSSION OF PUBLIC OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES LIABILITY INSURANCE
County Manager Cooper stated Midland Insurance Company of
New York had declined renewal of the policy for Public Officials
and Employees Liability Insurance effective April 1, 1985. He
explained that he had instructed Carlton Allegood to issue a
binder to National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, in order to continue coverage. He stated this
policy not only covered public officials but law enforcement
officers professional liability coverage recommending the 1985/86
policy be written by National Union Fire Insurance Company for
an annual premium of $32,221 without a deductible.
After discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield to approve the County Manager's
recommendation for the 1985/86 coverage to be written by National
Union Fire Insurance Company with an annual premium of $32,221
without the deductible.
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
Absent: Commissioner O'Shields
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APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
After discussion of Item #4, providing water service line
for Gang-Nail Systems, Inc., Commi s sioner Barf ield MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to approve the following Consent
Agenda items. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
Absent: Commissioner O'Shields
CONSENT AGENDA
Adoption of Resolution Relating to Changes on the New Hanover
County Township Map
The Commissioners adopted a resolution changing and
correcting the existing boundaries of the New Hanover County
Township Map due to recent annexation by the City of Wilmington
changing the boundary of Harnett Township.
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A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII,
Page 45.
Adoption of Resolution for Budget Amendment - New Hanover County
Public Schools
The Commissioners adopted a Budget Resolution for the New
Hanover County Board of Education in the amount of $19,150
received on insurance proceeds from Hurricane Diana as follows:
Code Number
Description of Code
Increase
2-6580-01-325
2-6580-01-416
Contracted Services
Repair Parts
$ 5,000
14,150
Total
$19,150
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (CONTINUED)
Designation of Assistant County Manager Mary M. Gornto to Assume
County Manager Duties During his Absence
The Commissioners designated Assistant County Manager Mary
M. Gornto to assume the duties of County Manager during any
absence.
Approval of Contract for Construction of Water Service Line -
T. A. Loving - Engineering Dept.
The Commissioners authorized the Chairman to execute a
contract with T. A. Loving of Goldsboro in the amount of $5,850
for construction of a water service line for Gang-Nail Systems,
Inc.
A copy of the contract is on file in the County Manager's
office.
Approval of Budget Amendment Request - Department of Aging
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment to
appropriate funds for reimbursement of disallowed state and
federal funds participation costs:
85-267/268 Aging Services
Contracted Services
Contingencies
Debit
$1,789
Credit
$1,789
Approval of Budget Amendment - Health - Maternal Child Health
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment to
appropriate additional funds received from the State:
Debit - #11-3516-376, MCH Revenue $3,114
Credit - #11-5162-421, Departmental Supplies $3,114
Approval of Budget Amendment - Garage
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment to
provide for additional purchases for inventory for the Garage:
Debit
Credit -
#11-3419-410, Garage Revenue
#11-4195-452, Purchases for Inventory
$70,000
$70,000
Approval of Buyout Option of Leased Burroughs Mainframe -
Management Information Systems - Data Processing
The County Commissioners approved the following Budget
Amendment for purchase of the leased Burroughs B1900 at a cost
of $32,080 to be used for the Tax Department.
85-266
Management Information Systems
Capital Outlay
Ad Valorem Taxes - Prior
Installment Payments
Debit
$56,380
Credit
$32,080
24,300
Approval of Budget Amendment - Agriculture Extension Building
The Commissioners approved the following Budget Amendment
for telephone system in the new Agriculture Extension Building:
85-269/270 Agriculture Extension
Capital Outlay
Contingencies
Debit
$6,600
Credit
$6,600
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fMINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO SOLICIT PROPOSALS FOR PROJECTS THAT WILL BE
ELIGIBLE FOR FUNDING UNDER THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
PROGRAM
Mr. Alfred Dixon, Grants Coordinator, stated this was the
second of two Public Hearings. He requested discontinuing the
Public Hearing since a grant from NRCD had not been obtained for
the Amhoist project making this project ineligibl~. It was the
consensus of the Board to close the Public Hearing.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPEAL TO TEXT AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE
V, SECTION 50-2 DISTRICT REGULATIONS, TABLE OF PERMITTED USES BY
ADDING "MINI-WAREHOUSING" AS A PERMITTED SPECIAL USE IN THE B-1
NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT
Planning Director Hayes stated the Text Amendment had not
been proposed by Staff but by a peti tioner requesting the
petitioner to present his request.
Dr. Ralph Brauer, Executive Director of the Wrightsville
Marine Research Foundation, commented on the proposed amendment
affllowing mini-warehouses in B-1 Districts as a Special Use
stressing that in certain neighborhood areas, this was the best
use of the property. He stated that an area zoned neighborhood
business but having uses not necessarily designed to accommodate
the neighborhood area would warrant a special use situation that
should be applied to mini-warehousing.
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Planning Director Hayes stated the Planning Board and
Planning Staff recommended denial of this Text Amendment since
mini-warehouses are allowed as permitted uses in the PD Planned
Development District, B-2 Business District and the I-I, 1-2, and
AI Industrial Districts. He commented that infiltration of mini-
warehousing even under special use conditions, would do nothing
to promote the compatability of land uses now allowed in B-1
zoning. Planning Director Hayes stated the property could be
rezoned for a higher use because of change in character.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the proposed Text Amendment. No one commented.
After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Barfield to deny the petition for the
Text Amendment with it being referred back to the Planning Board
for rezoning. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
Absent: Commissioner O'Shields
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPEAL TO TEXT AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE
V, DISTRICT REGULATIONS, SECTION 50-2 TABLE OF PERMITTED USES BY
ADDING "CURTAIN AND CRAFT MAKING" AND "TRAMPOLINE MANUFACTURING"
AS A PERMITTED USE IN THE B-2, I-I, 1-2 AND AI ZONING DISTRICTS
Planning Director Hayes and Planner Avery gave background
information on the Text Amendment stating the Planning Staff
recommended denial but recommended apparel and other related
finished products" be included in the I-I zone. He stated the
main reason for denial was the inconsistency with the purposes of
B-2 zoning by including manufacturing type activities in a
predominantly retail oriented district.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak in
favor of the Text Amendment. The following persons commented:
Mr. Lonnie Williams, Jr., representing the petitioner, Mr.
Jerry Williams, gave backgroud information on the location of the
trampoline business (which has been in operation for 11 years)
and the curtain business (which has been in operation for 5
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER TEXT AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE V, DISTRICT
REGULATIONS (CONTINUED)
years) stating the petition has been presented in order to solve
the existing problem of manfacturing activities in this
particular zoning district. He stated some distinction should be
included in the Zoning Ordinance distinguishing the differecne
between large manufacturing operations and small manufacturing
operations requesting approval of the presented Text Amendment.
Mr. J. P. McInnis, a neighbor of Mr. Williams, commented on
the various businesses in this areas stating he had no objection
to the operation of these businesses by Mr. Williams.
Mrs. Sonja Sikes, a neighbor of Mr. Williams, stated she had
no objection to the business operations and requested approval of
the Text Amendment.
Mr. Leno Martina, a resident of Silva Terra, requested
approval of the Text Amendment.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the Text Amendment. No one commented.
Commissioner Retchin stated he felt the Board would like to
accommodate Mr. Williams if possible suggesting the property be
rezoned for manufacturing uses.
Chairman O'Neal expressed concern for zoning property
industrial in a large residential area.
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After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan to deny the petition for the Text
Amendment and to remove curtain and cabient making, and
fabricating metals from the B-2 classification and to approve the
recommendation of the Planning Board to include "Apparel and
Other Related Finished Products" in the I-I Zone. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
Absent: Commissioner O'Shields
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPEAL FOR REZONING PROPERTY
LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF CAROLINA BEACH ROAD, ACROSS THE ROAD
FROM THE ENTRANCE TO SILVA TERRA SUBDIVISION, FROM R-15
RESIDENTIAL TO B-2 HIGHWAY BUSINESS
After discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield to request the petitioner to request
rezoning the property and refer it back to the Planning Board
since the above Text Amendment was denied. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
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Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
Absent: Commissioner O'Shields
BREAK
Chairman O'Neal recessed the meeting for a break from 8: 15
o'clock P.M. to 8:29 o'clock P.M.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE
SOUTHSIDE OF OLEANDER DRIVE APPROXIMATELY "532 FEET EAST OF
DOGWOOD LANE, ENCOMPASSING APPROXIMATELY 25,000 SQUARE FEET FROM
R-15 TO B-2 HIGHWAY BUSINESS
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
rezoning request stating the Planning Board and Planning Staff
recommended approval of the request.
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Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the request. No one commented.
After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Retchin to approve the rezoning request as
recommended by the Planning Board and Planning Staff. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
Absent: Comissioner O'Shields
A copy of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF ZONING AREA NO. 9B OF NEW HANOVER
COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA ADOPTED JULY 1, 1972," is contained in
Zoning Book I, Page 56.
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A TEXT AMENDMENT TO AMEND ARTICLE V,
SECTION 50-2, DISTRICT REGULATIONS, TABLE OF PERMITTED USES BY
ADDING "DWELLING UNITS LOCATED WITHIN PRINCIPAL USE" AS A
PERMITTED SPECIAL USE IN THE Al AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL, I-I AND 1-2
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS
Planning Director Hayes and Planner Avery gave background
information on the Text Amendment stating the Planning Board and
Planning Staff recommended approval of the request. Planner
Avery stated the building trends for mini-warehousing are to
provide on-site management arrangements and it would seem
practical to provide dwelling units contained wi thin principal
uses as a special use wherever the use is not allowed.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak in
favor or in opposition to the Text Amendment. No one commented.
After discussion, Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by
Commissioner Barfield to approve the Text Amendment with
the recommendation of the Planning Staff to include dwelling
units incidential to or contained in principal uses as a special
use under the Al district, as well as the I-I and 1-2 districts.
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
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Absent:
Commissioner O'Shields
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 XII, Page
46.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST
FOR A "DWELLING UNIT WITHIN A PRINCIPAI USE" (MINIWAREHOUSE) FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF MARKET STREET, 600 FEET
WEST OF LENNON DRIVE
Planning Director Hayes and Planner Avery
and background information on the issuance of
Permit stating the plans and site plan
zoning requirements.
presented slides
the Special Use
satisfied the
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR A
"DWELLING UNIT WITHIN A PRINCIPAL USE" MINI WAREHOUSE - LENNON
DRIVE (CONTINUED)
Chairman O'Neal asked anyone present wishing to give
testimony to step forward to be sworn in. The following person
was sworn in:
Robert Gray Honbarrier
Mr. Honbarrier, the petitioner, commented on the issuance of
the Special Use permi t in order to construct the proposed
building which would provide 24-hour security for the storage
uni ts. He requested consideration of the Board to approve the
issuance of the Special Use Permit.
Chairman O'Neal asked Mr. Honbarrier if he concurred with
the presentation and statements made by the Planning Staff. Mr.
Honbarrier stated he concurred.
Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak in
opposition to the issuance of the Special Use Permit. No one
commented.
After discussion, Commissioner Barfield MOVED,
Commissioner Retchin to grant the issuance of the
Permit for a dwelling unit within a principal Use.
the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
SECONDED by
Special Use
Upon vote,
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner Retchin
Chairman O'Neal
Absent: Commissioner O'Shields
A copy of the Special Use Permit is contained in SUP Book I,
Page 1.
ARRIVAL OF COMMISSIONER O'SHIELDS
Commissioner O'Shields arrived at the meeting at 9:48
o'clock P.M.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST
FOR "NON-RESIDENTIAL OFF-STREET PARKING" FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
ADJACENT TO AND EAST OF HILLSDALE DRIVE AND WEST OF WORSLEY
COMPANIES, INC.
Planning Director Hayes and Planner Avery presented slides
and gave background information on the site plan stating all
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance had been met.
Chairman O'Neal asked anyone present wishing to give
testimony to step forward to be sworn in. The following persons
were sworn in:
Mr. Joe Taylor
Mr. E. C. Burks
Mr. Joe Taylor, representing Worsley Companies, Inc., stated
the only entrance to the parking facility would be in front of
the building with no access to Hillsdale Subdivision requesting
approval of the request.
Chairman O'Neal asked Mr. Taylor if he concurred with the
presentation and statements made by the Planning Staff. Mr.
Taylor stated he concurred.
Commissioner Barfield questioned the lighting to be used and
buffer area recommending deleting Lot #10 with the buffer yard on
the southern property line to be extended 25 feet in width and
fully planted.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING FOR ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT - PARKING
FACILITY - WORSLEY COMPANIES (CONTINUED)
After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to approve the issuance of the
Special Use Permit for a non-residential off-street parking lot
with no lighting, deleting 25 feet of Lot #10 and extending the
buffer 25 feet in width fully planted. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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A copy of the Special Use Permit is contained in SUP Book I,
Page 2.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ISSUING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST
FOR A COMMERCIAL MARINA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST
SIDE OF BLOSSOM FERRY ROAD AND ADJACENT TO THE NORTHEAST CAPE
FEAR RIVER
Planning Director Hayes gave background information on the
request stating the Corps of Engineers had determined a permit
may be obtained to construct the pier, provided all conditions
are met. He stated the site plan met all requirements of the
Zoning Ordinance.
Chairman O'Neal asked anyone present wishing to give
testimony to step forward to be sworn in. The following persons
were sworn in:
Mr. Robert Pearsall
Ms. Thelma Winters
Mr. Hock Bullock
Mr. Elmer Kelly
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Mr. Robert Pearsall, the petitioner, stated he wished to
construct a small store and pier with four boat slips to
accommodate persons traVeling the waterway. He requested
consideration of the Board for issuance of the Special Use
Permit.
Chairman O'Neal asked Mr. Pearsall if he concurred with the
presentation and statements made by the Planning Staff. Mr.
Pearsall stated he concurred.
Commissioner O'Shields asked if the gasoline tanks would be
placed underground or above ground. Mr. Pearsall stated the
pumps would be placed as determined by the Department of
Environmental Management.
Commissioner O'Neal asked if anyone present wished to speak
in opposition to the issuance of the Special Use Permit. The
following persons commented expressing concern for traffic
created on a small gravel road and the hazard of gasoline tanks
near a log home:
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Mr. Robert Pearsall
Ms. Thelma Winters
Mr. Hock Bullock
Mr. Elmer Kelly
After a lengthy discussion, Commissioner Dolan MOVED,
SECONDED by Commissioner O'Shields to approve the issuance of a
Special Use Permit for a Commercial Marina with the following
conditions:
1. No sale of alcoholic beverages.
2. No boat ramp.
3. Limit the number of boat slips to four.
4. Limit parking on site to six spaces.
5. Placement of a fence (chain link) four
feet in height beginning at the water's
edge and running 200 feet in length
along the common property line of the
petitioner's and Pine State Enterprise.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING FOR ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT - COMMERCIAL
MARINA - BLOSSOM FERRY ROAD (CONTINUED)
Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED AS FOLLOWS:
Voting Aye: Commissioner Barfield
Commissioner Dolan
Commissioner O'Shields
Commissioner Retchin
Voting Noe: Chairman O'Neal
A copy of the Special Use Permit is contained in SUP Exhibit
Book I, Page 3.
DISCUSSION OF REQUEST FOR ABOLISHING THE OFFICE OF CORONER IN NEW
HANOVER COUNTY
Mr. Tom Radewicz, ex-sheriff of New Hanover County,
commented on the importance of the Coroner's position requesting
consideration of postponing the abolishment of this position
until he could obtain additional information. He stated his main
objection to the request was the elimination of an elected
official of the County stating this office represented a check
and balance system built into the law. He also suggested instead
of abolishing this office, to reduce the salary and keep this
office in existence until the position expires.
Commissioner Dolan commented on the complaints of service
recei ved from the medical examiners recommending formally
contacting the State about the quality of service.
Commissioner O'Shields commented on enactment of legislation
preventing the Coroner from performing inquest stressing the
importance of introducing the local bill before the deadline of
April 15, 1985, in order have authority to abolish this position
if desired.
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Commissioner Barfield commented on keeping the position and
paying the Coroner until his term of office expired on December
1, 1986.
Mr. Bob Smith, County Coroner, commented on the duties he
performs particularly with reference to cause of death, mode of
death, and possibility of homicide or suicide stressing he was on
call 24-hours a day and responded when called. He expressed
appreciation to the Commissioners for asking him to attend the
meeting.
After a lengthy discussion, Chairman O'Neal MOVED, SECONDED
by Commissioner Barfield to adopt the resolution abolishing the
office of Coroner of New Hanover County effective December 1,
1986, authorizing the Clerk to forward this local bill to the
delegation for introduction of the bill by April 15, 1985. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is contained in Exhibit Book XII,
Page 46.
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ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
REPORT ON EMS PROPOSAL
Commissioner Dolan stated the EMS proposal would not be
ready for discussion within the 30 days as requested at the last
meeting. County Manager Cooper stated meetings were being held
but progress was slow and a final proposal would be submitted
within the next 30 days.
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING WMFD RADIO WEEK
Commissioner Barfield MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Dolan
to adopt a proclamation proclaiming the week of April 15 through
April 21, 1985, as WMFD RADIO WEEK. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 1, 1985 (CONTINUED)
ADOPTION OF PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING WMFD RADIO WEEK (CONTINUED)
A copy of the Proclamation is contained in Exhibit Book XII,
Page 46.
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DISCUSSION OF REQUEST BY TRANSMED AMBULANCE SERVICE FOR RATE
INCREASE
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Board to place
this item on the April 15, 1985, agenda with Ed Harris furnishing
additional information.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS - COUNTY MANAGER
DISCUSSION OF FAYETTEVILLE AIRPORT BORROWING SURPLUS FIRE TRUCK
NEW HANOVER COUNTY AIRPORT
County Manager Cooper stated the New Hanover County Airport
had been contacted by the Fayetteville Airport asking if they
could borrow a fire truck not being used. After discussion,
Commissioner Dolan MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Retchin to
authorize the County Manager and Airport Manager to prepare a
contract for use of the surplus fire truck by the Fayetteville
Airport. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
DISCUSSION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY JOINING MUTUAL AID PROGRAM WITH
THE N. C. FOREST RESOURCES DIVISION
A discussion was held on the fire that occurred on Shipyard
Boulevard and the method in which it was fought. Commissioner
O'Shields expressed concern for the lack of coordination by the
City of Wilmington Fire Department in fighting the fire stating
the fire should have never crossed Highway 132.
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After further discussion, it was the consensus of the Board
to have the County Manager contact a representative from the N.
C. Forest Resources Division for a presentation of the Mutual Aid
Program and cost involved placing this item on the April 15,
1985, agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Retchin MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner
Barfield to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Chairman O'Neal adjourned the meeting at 11:45 o'clock P.M.
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Clerk
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