2005-12-19 Regular Meeting
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING, DECEMBER 19, 2005
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ASSEMBLY
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, December 19,
2005, at 9:00 a.ill. in the Assembly Room of the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 North Third Street,
Wilmington, NC.
Members present were: Chairman Robert G. Greer; Vice-Chairman William A. Caster; Commissioner Ted
Davis, Jr.; Commissioner William A. Kopp, Jf.; Commissioner Nancy H. Pritchett; County Manager Bruce T. Shell;
Deputy County Attorney Kemp Burpeau and Clerk to the Board Sheila L. Schult.
Chairman Greer called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone present.
Chairman Greer reported that Cape Fear Medical Transport, Inc. has requested that the First Reading
Application for a Non-Emergency Ambulance Service Franchise be pulled from the agenda and that Consideration
of Purchase of Public Safety Answering Point Telephone System for the 911 Center be pulled from the agenda.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice-Chairman Caster led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Pat Melvin, Assistant County Manager, gave the invocation.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Chairman Greer asked if any member of the Board would like to remove an item from the Consent Agenda.
Commissioner Pritchett requested Consent Agenda Item #7 - Adoption of Resolution to Sell Surplus
Property by Upset Bid Process be pulled pending further Staff investigation.
Chairman Greer requested a motion from the Board to approve the items on the Consent Agenda as
presented with the removal of Consent Agenda Item #7.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to approve the items on the
Consent Agenda as presented with the removal of Consent Agenda Item #7. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Minutes
The Commissioners approved the minutes of the following meetings as presented by the Clerk to the
Board:
Regular Meeting - December 5, 2005
Closed Session Meeting - December 5, 2005
Continued Regular Meeting - December 7,2005
Adoption of Resolution to Add Road to the State Road System
The Commissioners adopted a resolution to add Coquina Drive Extension in Shellbank Subdivision to the
State Road System (Div. File No. lOn-N)o
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 34.1.
Acceptance of Additional Home and Community Care Block Grant Funds and Approval of Associated
Budget Amendment - Department of Aging
The Commissioners accepted additional Home and Community Care Block Grant funds in the amount of
$4,243 and approved the associated budget amendment #06-0085. These funds will be placed in the department's
transportation budget and used to increase the number of medical trips the agency provides. A local match in the
amount of $471 is required; the approved 2006 Department of Aging Transportation budget has funds to cover this
match.
Budget Amendment #06-0085 - Department of Aging
Adjustment
Transportation Grant
Contracted Services
Debit
$4,243
Credit
$4,243
Explanation: To budget additional funds received from Home and Community Care Block Grant. Funds will be
used to increase the number of medical trips provided by the Agency.
Authorization to Submit a Grant Application to the State of North Carolina and Act as the Conduit Agency
for New Hanover Regional Medical Center Emergency Medical Services
The Commissioners authorized the Emergency Management Department to submit a grant application on
behalf of the New Hanover Regional Medical Center Emergency Medical Services in the amount of $21,295 and
authorized the County Manager to sign the application, approved the Finance Director to serve as fiscal officer and
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accept the grant funds, if awarded. If awarded, the funds will be used to purchase an accountability system that will
track resources, people and equipment, on site at emergencies/disasters. This will not impact New Hanover
County's budget since it is a "flow-through" grant.
Authorization to Submit a Grant Application to the National Association of County and City Health Officials
- Health Department
The Commissioners authorized the Health Department in partnership with the University of North Carolina
at Wilmington to submit a grant application to the National Association of County and City Health Officials in the
amount of $25,000. If awarded, the funds will be used to serve clients with developmental disabilities.
Approval of Fee Policy Changes - Health Department
The Commissioners approved fee policy changes pertaining to laboratory procedure codes and fees. Being
added are new laboratory procedure codes and associated fees, as well as re-implementing use of previously
assigned fees to existing procedures. The overall impact is expected to be minimal, with a decrease in cost and an
. .
Increase In revenue.
Acceptance of State Aid to Public Libraries Funds and Approval of Associated Budget Amendment - Library
The Commissioners accepted an increase in State Aid to Public Libraries funds in the amount of $16,037
for FY 05-06 and approved the associated budget amendment #06-0083. The funding will be used to convert two
50% positions to two 80% positions.
Budget Amendment #06-0083 - Librarv
Adiustment
Debit
Credit
State Aid
Salaries & Wages
Temporary Salaries
$16,037
$ 6,036
$10,001
Explanation: To budget additional funds received from State Aid to Public Libraries. Additional funding will be
used to increase hours of two part -time positions.
Approval to Budget Additional Funds Received by the Sheriff's Office
The Commissioners approved the following budget amendments for additional funds received by the
Sheriffs Office.
Budget Amendment #2006-17 - Sheriffs Office
Adiustment
Debit
Credit
Controlled Substance Tax:
Controlled Substance Tax
Capital Project Expense
$24,608
$24,608
Explanation: To budget additional revenue received on November 22,2005.
Budget Amendment #2006-18 - Sheriffs Office
Adiustment
Debit
Credit
Federal Forfeited Property:
Federally Forfeited Property
Capital Project Expense
$3,429
$3,429
Explanation: To budget additional funds received on November 23,2005.
Acceptance of New Hanover County and New Hanover County Fire District Tax Collection Reports - Tax
Department
The Commissioners accepted the following Tax Collection Reports through November 30, 2005.
New Hanover County Fire District
New Hanover County
Copies of the Tax Collection Reports are hereby incorporated as a part of the minutes and are contained in
Exhibit Book XXIX, Page 34.2.
Approval of Release of Tax Values
The Commissioners granted the following taxpayers the Senior Citizen/Disability Exclusion:
Czartosieski, Joseph S.
Dormon, Barbara F.
Fales, Ida Pearl
$53,874
39,356
33,796
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Ford, Mack Remolia
Grisset, Frank M. Annie C.
Jones, Horace
Lanier, Frances Etal.
Leonard, David Brian Etal.
Marmaras, Mary Compos
Martin, Vito Charlotte A.
McMillan, Polly J.
Pope, Ileane Mary Life Estate
Roberts, Wanda Yvonne
Roethlinger, Paul W. Sf.
Rush, Ella Joye
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35,902
49,368
23,355
10,079
101,993
111,998
52,638
32,135
22,987
63,198
28,280
23,967
The Commissioners released the following late list penalties:
Plantation Village, Inc.
Smith, Billy Ray
$903.20
11.12
REGULAR ITEMS OF BUSINESS
RECOGNITION OF SERVICE BY DAVE WEAVER AS INTERIM COUNTY MANAGER
Chairman Greer reported that the Board would like to recognize Assistant County Manager Dave Weaver
for his service to the County as Interim County Manager from September 1, 2005 through November 22,2005.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer presented Assistant County Manager Weaver with a plaque of
appreciation for his service to New Hanover County as Interim County Manager.
PRESENTATION OF NEW HANOVER COUNTY SERVICE AWARDS
County Manager Shell requested the following employees to step forward to receive service awards:
Five Year:
Kassandra D. Dixon - Sheriffs Office
Michael A. Spencer - Sheriffs Office
Thomas S. Sosebee - Fire Services
Kevin R. McDonald - Fire Services
Mark A. Meylor - Fire Services
Jacob A. Barton - Fire Services
Reginald B. Simmons - Fire Services
Tracey J. Frink - Sheriff's Office
William L. Smith - Sheriff's Office
Ten Year:
Alicia E. Pickett - Health Department
Jerry R. Campbell - Parks Department
Fifteen Year:
Hugh W. Mohr - Parks Department
Twenty Year:
Earl A. Jackson - Property Management.
Patricia F. Moore - Property Management
Janet B. McCumbee - Health Department
Twenty-Five Year:
Debbie H. Broyles - Public Safety Communications Center
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer presented a service award to each employee, expressed
appreciation, and thanked them for their dedicated years of service.
RECOGNITION OF NEW EMPLOYEES
County Manager Shell requested the following new employees to stand and be introduced:
Darlene Hobson - Health Department
Stephanie Robbins - Health Department
Tyler McKeithan - Health Department
Arlene DeShields - Health Department
Ellen Willis - Juvenile Center
Stephen Candler - Planning Department
Hannah Hansley - Property Management
Ladon Gibbs - Property Management
Reid Schronce - Sheriff's Office
Derek Stogsdill - Sheriff's Office
Jim Haley - Property Management
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer welcomed the new employees to County Government and wished
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them success in their new positions.
PRESENTATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS TO RECEIVE THE MEDICAL LIFE SAVING AWARD AND
RECORD OF EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AWARD
Fire Chief Donnie Hall reported that New Hanover County Fire Awards Committee has recommended nine
fire fighters to receive the Medical Life Saving Award and two fire fighters to receive the Record of Exceptional
Service because of the outstanding response to two incidents this past year.
On June 29,2005 emergency vehicles were dispatched to a vehicle collision near the 8000 block of Market
Street. Upon their arrival crews found the driver of the vehicle unresponsive. Crews removed the driver from the
wreckage and determined that the driver was not breathing. Emergency lifesaving techniques were administered
using an automatic defibrillator. During transportation to the emergency room, the patient began breathing again
due to assistance from emergency attendants.
On September 12, 2005 emergency crews were summoned to Carolina Beach Road and Antoinette Drive
for a high-speed collision between two vehicles. Upon arrival the emergency crews found multiple passengers
ejected from the wreck, with at least three triaged as critical. The crews initiated emergency lifesaving techniques
with limited resources to the patients to help mitigate life-threatening injuries. The first arriving medical transport
unit evacuated the most severe patient leaving two remaining critical patients. Successful medical assistance was
rendered for the remaining patients.
The fire fighters honored for the Medical Lifesaving Award are Courtney Padgett; Michael Peterson; Billy
Bastian; Chad Watson; Eddie Thomas; Steve Arone; David Gainvors; Terry Brewer and Mike Efferson.
The fire fighters honored for the Exceptional Performance Award are Ed Nelson and David Heath.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer congratulated the fire fighters on their dedicated service to New
Hanover County.
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF FEDERAL FUNDING OF ADULT VACCINE
INFRASTRUCTURE
Chairman Greer reported that on behalf of the Board of Health, Health Director David E. Rice is requesting
the Board adopt a resolution requesting sufficient federal funding of adult vaccine infrastructure including influenza
as a primary component.
Commissioner Pritchett read the resolution into the record.
Chairman Greer requested a motion for adoption.
Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to adopt the Influenza Vaccine
Supply resolution. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 34.3.
CONSIDERATION OF PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC
LIBRARY CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF SERVICE
Chairman Greer reported that the New Hanover County Public Library is celebrating one hundred years of
public library service in New Hanover County, 1906-2006.
Chairman Greer read the proclamation into the record and requested a motion for adoption.
Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to adopt the proclamation
celebrating the New Hanover County Library centennial. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the proclamation is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 34.4.
REVIEW OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
ENDED JUNE 30, 2005
As part of the completion of the annual audit, Interim Finance Director Barbara McClure presented a brief
presentation and reported that the data presented in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year
ended June 30, 2005 was accurate and fairly reflects the results of operations and the County's strong financial
position. She advised that the audit was conduced by McGladrey and Pullen, LLP to ensure compliance with federal
and state standards and introduced Lou Cannon of McGladrey and Pullen, LLP.
Mr. Cannon presented the auditor's perspective to the Board and reported that all Basic Financial
Statements were performed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards. He informed the Board that New
Hanover County was in a sound financial position and stated that all indications point to continued growth in the
future.
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On behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer complimented the past Finance Director Bruce Shell, the Interim
Finance Director Barbara McClure and Staff for excellent management of the County's finances during the past
year.
PRESENTATION ON NCDOT PROJECTS
Lanny Wilson, North Carolina Department of Transportation Board Member provided an update on the
proposed Cape Fear Skyway. The Cape Fear Skyway will run from US 17 Bypass to US 421and is scheduled to be
completed before the completion of the Wilmington Bypass. The structure will include twelve bridges over the
Cape Fear River and wetlands with a total length of 9.5 miles. The proposed date for the award of the construction
contract is November 2009.
In conclusion, Mr. Wilson stated that transportation funds will continue to be limited and encouraged the
County to continue to work closely with Brunswick County to see the Cape Fear Skyway project come to fruition.
Allen Pope, NCDOT Division Engineer, presented an update on current and proposed projects in New
Hanover County stating that active TIP projects include:
. U-92, Martin Luther King Parkway - Sections A and B
. R-2633 US 17 Wilmington Bypass - includes the new bridge crossing the Northeast Cape Fear
River
. Military Cutoff - Intersection of Market Street and Military Cutoff Road back to Gordon Road,
remainder of the widening of a four lane divided roadway to Eastwood Drive
. Market Street - from Martin Luther King Parkway to New Centre Drive - construct a concrete
median island.
. Bradley Creek Bridge - replace bridge on Wrightsville Avenue over Bradley Creek
Planned TIP projects include:
. Market Street - from Colonial Avenue to Porters Neck Road - access management improvements
. Wrightsville Avenue at Independence Boulevard - intersection improvements
. Military Cutoff Road - extension to US 17 Wilmington Bypass
. Kerr Avenue - Randall Parkway to Oleander Drive; MLK Parkway to Randall Parkway;
interchange at MLK Parkway
. Gordon Road to Market Street - widen to multi-lane
. Independence Boulevard extension - Randall Parkway to MLK Parkway - multi-lane on new
location
. Blue Clay Road - interchange with 1-140
. Oleander Drive and College Road - intersection improvements
. Dow Road - US 421 (Lake Park Boulevard) to US 421 (Fort Fisher Boulevard) - widen to multi-
lane
TIP feasibility studies being conducted include:
. College Road - MLK Parkway to Gordon Road -widen to multi-lane
. 1-40 to Kerr Avenue and MLK Parkway - construct freeway on new location
Active projects:
. Murrayville Road - widen and resurfacing work complete
. Edgewater Road - widen only work complete
On-hold projects:
. Gordon Road - connect the three lane section b/w 1-40 and Market Street
. US 117/NC133/NC 132 intersection - convert to a roundabout
. New Centre Drive - additional left turn lane for NC132 northbound turning onto New Centre
Drive
County resurfacing projects:
. Dawson Street
. Wooster Street
. Dow Road
. New Centre Drive
In conclusion, Mr. Pope thanked Mr. Wilson for his service on the NCDOT Board and what it has meant to
the residents of New Hanover County and to NCDOT District #3.
After brief discussion, on behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer thanked Mr. Wilson and Mr. Pope for their
efforts to help the citizens of New Hanover County.
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PRESENTATION BY THE WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM FOUNDATION
Frank Funk, President of the Wilmington Railroad Museum Foundation Board presented an overview of
the history and future of the Wilmington Railroad Museum. The Railroad Museum Foundation is seeking support
from the County to accomplish their goal of moving to a new facility.
Commissioner Pritchett encouraged Mr. Funk to submit his funding request at the appropriate budget time
when the Board considers all such requests.
On behalf of the Board, Chairman Greer thanked Mr. Funk for the presentation.
BREAK: Chairman Greer called for a break from 10:52 a.m. until 11 : 15 a.m.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A NO WAKE ZONE
Chairman Greer reported that 1. Michael Hutson has requested the Board of Commissioners to extend the
no wake zone for the Northeast Cape Fear River. Before the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
(NCWRC) will consider a request the local government must hold an advertised public hearing on the question of
establishing a no wake zone for that area. After the public hearing, the local government may apply for a no wake
zone and must include a resolution adopted by the local government that formally requests the NCWRC to
undertake rulemaking for the purpose of establishing a no wake zone.
Chairman Greer opened the Public Hearing and asked if anyone was present to speak on the request.
1. Michael Hutson requested the Board adopt the resolution requesting the no wake zone citing safety
concerns before a serious accident occurs. He stated that he and other neighbors would be willing to contribute
funds for the additional signage.
Jim Bordeaux, resident in the Blossom Ferry area, explained how he was injured on his dock, and requested
the Board approve the resolution requesting the no wake zone and that he would be willing to contribute funds for
the additional signage.
Jim Harts, resident on Blossom Ferry Road, explained how he was injured on his jet ski and requested the
Board approve the resolution requesting the no wake zone and that he would be willing to contribute funds for the
additional signage.
Robert Pearsall, property owner on Blossom Ferry Road, stated his concern for safety in this area and
requested the Board approve the resolution requesting the no wake zone.
Eddie Moore, resident on Cape Landing Road, stated his concern for safety in this area and requested the
Board approve the resolution requesting the no wake zone.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Greer closed the public hearing and introduced the resolution into
the record and requested direction from the Board.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to adopt the resolution
requesting the North Carolina Wildlife Commission to promulgate special rules and regulations with reference to
safe and reasonable operation of vessels on the water of the Northeast Cape Fear River for a no wake zone. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 34.5.
CONSIDERATION OF BID FOR THE PURCHASE OF CONSOLE SYSTEMS FURNITURE FOR THE E-
911 CENTER
E-911 Director Steve Smith reported that Staff is requesting the Board adopt the resolution rejecting bids
received for bid # 06-0074 and award of bid # 06-0121 for console systems furniture for the E-911 center to Wright
Line in the amount of $246,259.14 and approve contract # 06-0121 and authorize the County Manager to execute
the contract.
Request for bids were issued and the following bids were received:
Wright Line Option 1 $202,937.50
Wright Line Option 2 $197,700.38
Evans Consoles $249,186.62
Watson Furniture Group $298,328.29
Innovant $341,879.00
Systems Manufacturing Corp. $358,843.60
After the bids were received, it was pointed out by Systems Manufacturing that the specifications were
greater than the County's needs. After much review and consultation with the Institute of Government, staff notified
bidders that the purchase would be re-bid. Due to the time-line involved and in agreement with the Institute's
recommendation, a new request for bids was started immediately. This was to allow the re-bidding to be completed
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in a timely manner to enable staff to bring the rejection of the original bids and the award recommendation from the
second bid process to the Board of Commissioners at the same meeting.
Staff changed the bid requirements and added further narrative to define what was required of the bidders.
The following bids were received in the second round:
Innovant
Xybix Systems
Systems Manufacturing Corp.
Wright Line
Single Lift System
$195,967.98
Does not provide
$216,078.54
$238,188.80
Dual Lift System
$195,967.98
$217,850.00
$228,410.34
$246,259.14
Due to the nature of the E-911 work center, the recommendation of the bid was based on the following five
items:
Support
Warranty
Delivery and Installation
Price
Satisfaction of Equipment Specifications
Wright Line's proposal was the only proposal that met all of the revised bid requirements including
support, warranty, delivery and installation. Staff recommends award to Wright Line for the Dual Lift System at
$246,259.14.
After a brief discussion, Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board.
Motion: Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to reject bids received for bid #06-
0074. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion: Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to adopt the resolution awarding
bid #06-0121 for console systems furniture for the E-911 center to Wright Line in the amount of $246,259.14. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Kopp, to adopt the resolution approving
contract # 06-0121and authorize the County Manager to execute the contract. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
A copy of the resolution is hereby incorporated as part of the minutes and is contained in Exhibit Book
XXIX, Page 34.6.
CONSIDERATION OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN NEW HANOVER
COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION OF BELIZE
Emergency Management Director Warren Lee reported that Edward Paul, Jr., Honorary Consul of Belize
requested that the New Hanover County Department of Emergency Management and the National Emergency
Management Organization of Belize enter into a memorandum of understanding for supporting the shared objectives
of improving response and recovery efforts associated with hurricanes and other natural and man-made disasters.
Both organizations recognize the importance of partnerships and compacts with other governments and jurisdictions
and in accordance with existing laws, regulations and policies, and subject to the availability of funds, mutually
agree to:
. Work closely in accomplishing common goals and objectives related to public safety and the
protection of natural, cultural, and recreational resources.
. Provide mutual aid assistance one with the other whenever possible.
. Look for opportunities to conduct peer-to-peer exchange of information.
. Provide opportunities for cross training.
. Develop and participate in joint exercises.
. Encourage collaboration between the governments of New Hanover County and Belize where
appropriate.
. Promote and support a spirit of cooperation and unity.
Edward Paul, Jr., Honorary Consul of Belize, requested the Board approve the Memorandum of
Understanding stating that he feels it will be of mutual benefit.
Chairman Greer requested direction from the Board.
Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to approve the Memorandum
of Understanding between the New Hanover County Department of Emergency Management and the National
Emergency Management Organization of Belize. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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APPOINTMENT OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO SERVE ON VARIOUS BOARDS AND
COMMITTEES FOR 2006
After brief discussion, Chairman Greer asked for direction from the Board.
Motion: Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Chairman Greer, for the 2006 appointments of
commissioner representatives to various boards and committees remain the same as the 2005 appointments. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS APPOINTED TO BOARDS/COMMITTEES FOR YEAR 2006
Airlie Gardens Foundation Board of Directors
Bellamy Mansion Museum Board of Directors
CAMA Land Use Plan Advisory Panel
Cape Fear Community College Board of Trustees
Cape Fear Community College Long-Range
Planning Committee
Cape Fear Museum Advisory Board
Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority/WAVE Transit
Cape Fear Resource Conservation & Development
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber's Community Growth Planning Core Team
Convention Center Task Force
Council of Governments - Executive Committee
Criminal Justice Partnership Advisory Board
DSS Board
Fire Commissioners
Greater Wilmington Sports Commission
Health Board
Human Relations Commission
Juvenile Crime Prevention Council
Legion Stadium Committee
Local Emergency Planning Committee
Lower Cape Fear River Program Advisory Board
Lower Cape Fear Water & Sewer Authority
NHRMC Board of Trustees
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Partnership for Children
Port, Waterway & Beach Commission
Southeastern Center (Mental Health)
Southeastern Economic Development Commission
Tourism Development Authority
Water Development Task Force
Watershed Advisory Committee
Wilmington Downtown, Inc.
Wilmington Industrial Commission
Wilmington Regional Film Commission
Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning
Organization (Transportation Advisory Committee)
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Commissioner Davis
Commissioner Kopp
Vice-Chairman Caster
Commissioner Davis
Commissioner Davis
Commissioner Pritchett
Commissioner Pritchett
Commissioner Kopp
Chairman Greer
Chairman Greer
Vice-Chairman Caster
Commissioner Pritchett
Commissioner Kopp
Vice-Chairman Caster
Commissioner Pritchett
Vice-Chairman Caster
Commissioner Pritchett
Commissioner Kopp
Commissioner Kopp
Vice-Chairman Caster
Commissioner Kopp
Commissioner Pritchett
Commissioner Pritchett
Vice-Chairman Caster
Chairman Greer
Chairman Greer
Commissioner Pritchett
Vice-Chairman Caster
Commissioner Pritchett
Commissioner Kopp
Vice-Chairman Caster
Commissioner Kopp
Vice-Chairman Caster
Commissioner Kopp
Chairman Greer
Chairman Greer
Commissioner Kopp
Appointments to the Board of Health
Chairman Greer reported that three vacancies needed to be filled on the Board of Health and three
applicants are eligible for reappointment and asked for nominations from the Board.
Motion: Commissioner Pritchett MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to reappoint Sandra L. Miles
in the dentist category; John S. Tunstall in the engineer category and Donald P. Blake in the general public category
to three-year terms with the terms to expire on December 31, 2008. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
Appointments to the Human Relations Commission
Chairman Greer announced that two vacancies needed to be filled on the Human Relations Commission
with one applicant being eligible for reappointment and four applications were received and asked for nominations
from the Board.
Motion: Commissioner Kopp MOVED, SECONDED by Vice-Chairman Caster, to reappoint Lethia S. Hankins to
the Human Relations Commission to a three-year term with the term to expire on December 31, 2008. Upon vote,
the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Commissioner Davis nominated Tannis F. Nelson. Chairman Greer seconded the nomination.
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Commissioner Kopp nominated John L. Battle. Commissioner Pritchett seconded the nomination.
Chairman Greer called for a vote on the nomination of Tannis F. Nelson.
Vote: The Board voted 2 to 3 to appoint Tannis F. Nelson to serve on the Human Relations Commission. Chairman
Greer and Commissioner Davis voted in favor.
Chairman Greer called for a vote on the nomination of John L. Battle.
Vote: The Board voted 3 to 2 to appoint John L. Battle to serve on the Human Relations Commission with the term
to expire on December 31, 2008. Vice-Chairman Caster, Commissioner Kopp and Commissioner Pritchett voted in
favor.
Appointments to the Tourism Development Authority
Chairman Greer announced that three vacancies needed to be filled on the Tourism Development Authority
and three applicants are eligible for reappointment and asked for nominations from the Board.
Motion: Vice-Chairman Caster MOVED, SECONDED by Commissioner Pritchett, to reappoint Rick Guttenberg in
the Hotel Owner/Manager of 150 rooms or more in City of Wilmington category, Bill Rudisill in the Hotel/Owner
Manager of less than 150 rooms in the City of Wilmington category, and Bob McKoy with Network Real Estate in
the Owner/Manager of company that rents more than 100 Vacation Rental Properties category to three year terms
with the terms to expire on December 31, 2008. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
MEETING RECESSED TO HOLD A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY
WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
Chairman Greer convened from Regular Session at 12:06 p.m. to hold a meeting of the New Hanover
County Water and Sewer District.
Chairman Greer reconvened to Regular Session at 12: 11 p.m.
LUNCH BREAK
Chairman Greer called for a lunch break from 12: 11 p.m. until 12:53 p.m.
UPDATE ON CLEANUP OF COUNTY ROADS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
Assistant County Manager Pat Melvin reported that she has been in contact with Sergeant Stanfield with
the Department of Corrections Inmate Work Program and several areas have been identified for cleanup in the
County. The identified areas will be cleaned within the next few days. Sergeant Stanfield has requested that he be
kept notified of areas requiring clean up.
Assistant County Manager Melvin reported that the Community Services Work Program requires a
supervisor that would be paid an hourly rate of $10 - $12 an hour. The County would be required to enter into a
memorandum of agreement outlining the terms as well as have a supervisor available at all times. Previously, the
Environmental Management van has been used.
Commissioner Pritchett reported that previously the Community Services Work Program supervisor
reported to the local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful and stated that she would like to see the program started
agaIn.
After brief discussion, the consensus of the Board was to direct Staff to work with the appropriate judges
and the Community Services Work office to encourage use of the work program and to include a proposal for the
supervisor's fees in the budget process.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Greer announced that time had been reserved to allow the public to present an item that was not
listed on the regular agenda. He requested all persons speaking to limit their remarks to three minutes.
No comments were received.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Items Presented by County Manager Bruce Shell
Project Manager Max Maxwell presented an update of the current capital projects:
. E-911 Center - staff is currently working on the punch list and hopes to have the Certificate of
Occupancy later today with a projected move date of April
. The Emergency Management Department - projected move date in early February
. The Government Center renovations - currently out for bid with a projected move date of July
. Crime Scene Department - building design is complete and will be put out for bid in January
. Fire Station #51 - expansion is currently out for bid
. Airlie Gardens - board walk construction will begin soon
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County Manager Shell reported that Consent Agenda Item #5 - Approval of NACCHO Grant will be in
cooperation with UNC-W Department of Health and Applied Human Sciences.
County Manager Shell reported that a budget work session has been tentatively set for January 20, 2006
from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at a location to be determined.
County Manager Shell reported that the Federal Point Fire District has received a Class 5/9S insurance
rating, which will reduce homeowner's insurance rates effective April 1, 2006 who live within 1000 feet of a fire
hydrant.
Items Presented by Vice-Chairman Caster
Vice-Chairman Caster reported that he attended the following meetings and events:
Meeting with engineering consultants concerning completed study; meeting with school board chairman
and superintendent; Port, Waterway and Beach Commission meeting; Mass at St. Mary's Church; Watershed
Management Advisory Board meeting; Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority meeting; Holiday Parade;
Cape Fear Museum Volunteer Recognition luncheon; Wilmington Access for Teens reception; the Chamber
meeting; the ILM Christmas dinner and the LINC dinner.
Items Presented by Commissioner Pritchett
Commissioner Pritchett reported on the amounts of waste collected at the Hazardous Waste Collection day.
Commissioner Pritchett congratulated Jim Souders on receiving the Cape Fear Museum Volunteer of the
y ear Award. Mr. Souders has volunteered more than one thousand hours to the museum.
Commissioner Pritchett reported that she welcomed the State Workforce Development Board at their
meeting and attended the National Keep America Beautiful Conference and the Cape Fear Museum Volunteer
Recognition luncheon.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Greer adjourned the meeting at 1: 16 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sheila L. Schult
Clerk to the Board