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Home My WebLink About2023-02-20 RM ExhibitsExhibit L�X- Book vpage 4.1 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE REQUEST OF THE LOWER CAPE FEAR WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY FOR THE NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL ASSEMBLY TO PROVIDE FUNDING OF A 10-MILE PARALLEL LINE PHASE 2 WHEREAS, the Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority (LCFWASA) serves Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, and Pender counties as well as the City of Wilmington with a board of directors representing those local governments; and WHEREAS, the LCFWASA is the most extensive regional water system in Eastern North Carolina and its primary role is to provide raw water from the Cape Fear River to supply treatment facilities that serve 550,000 customers: and WHEREAS, the LCFWASA Board of Directors wishes to ensure reliable availability and redundancy; and WHEREAS, in November 2021, the LCFWASA experienced a significant leak on unparalleled infrastructure in the lower 10 miles of its raw water distribution system; and WHEREAS, had the leak occurred during the peak seasonal months, critical regional facilities would have been severely affected, including the North Carolina State Ports, Sunny Point Military Terminal, the Port terminal in Boiling Springs Lakes, the rail terminal in Leland, ten regional medical facilities, and multiple other essential operations, businesses, and facilities; and WHEREAS, the retail water systems served by the LCFWASA would also have been compelled to take extreme water conservation measures during a similar worst -case crisis scenario in the summer; and WHEREAS, according to the analysis and opinion of the LCFWASA Engineer of Record, the direct and cumulative effect of such an event would be "catastrophic"; and WHEREAS, the design and construction of a 48-inch parallel raw water line, over 51,800 feet in length (Project) from the current termination points of parallel infrastructure in the LCFWASA system to the final meter vaults serving Pender and New Hanover counties, provides a solution to the outstanding risks to the LCFWASA infrastructure; and WHEREAS, the current estimated cost of the Project is $60.2 million, and the budgetary impact of the Project would effectively double the LCFWASA wholesale rates if it were solely funded by the LCFWASA; and WHEREAS, in recognition of this significant impact in terms of both needs and cost, the North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) appropriated partial funding in the amount of $23.5 million to the LCFWASA to begin construction; and WHEREAS the LCFWASA customers, specifically Cape Fear Public Utility Authority and Pender County, have agreed to contribute a total of $11.7 million to the Project, for a total of $35.2 million toward construction of the first phase of the Project; and WHEREAS an additional allocation request of $25 million will be required to complete the Project in a second phase of construction; and WHEREAS, the LCFWASA Board of Directors has requested the North Carolina General Assembly to appropriate the funding for the second phase of the ten -mile parallel line project for redundancy, reliability, and emergency management of the critical regional water supply in Eastern North Carolina in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 state budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners supports the request by the LCFWASA for the North Carolina General Assembly to allocate funding for the second phase of the ten -mile parallel line for redundancy, reliability, and emergency management. ADOPTED this the 201h day of February, 2023 Exhibit NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Book Y—Ult— Page _4-.2 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING EFFORTS TO SEEK SALARY INCREASES FOR DIVISION OF JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION SECURE DETENTION AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER STAFF WHEREAS, the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention provides secure confinement in Juvenile Detention Centers and commitment services in the State's Youth Development Centers that are essential to the protection of the community and rehabilitation of juveniles; and WHEREAS, the lack of adequate staffing constrains effective implementation of the therapeutic and rehabilitative model of care in the state's juvenile facilities; and WHEREAS, New Hanover County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council has a distinct interest in promoting programming for youth that is both therapeutic and conducive to rehabilitation while protecting the community; and WHEREAS, the N.C. Department of Public Safety has requested compression pay increases for staff at juvenile facilities that would recognize and reward experience, and make compensation more competitive, as well as ensure qualified staff recruitment and retention; and WHEREAS, the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is contending with a significant vacancy rate, largely due to the impact of the pandemic, which has driven salaries and wages higher across the board. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that New Hanover County Board of Commissioners supports efforts by the N.C. Department of Public Safety to seek an adequate and timely increase of the salaries of juvenile facility staff across the State of North Carolina to make those positions competitive and to ensure qualified staff are compensated adequately for experience for the purposes of retention, as well as recruitment of qualified staff for all youth -serving facilities which will ensure the protection of the community and strengthen rehabilitative services for those juveniles most in need. ADOPTED, this the 201h day of February, 2023. NEW HANOVER COUNTY William E. Rivenbark, Chair ORDINANCE The Board ofCommissioners ofNew Hanover County, North Carolina does hereby enact and ordain the New Hanover County [ode, Chapter 17, Civil Emergencies, Article |[ Department of Emergency Management, be amended as follows: |. Section 17'32—"Intent and Pu subsection cishereby amended bvdeleting the existing section to be replaced as follows: (c) As the lead agency within local government, bshall support response agencies with search and rescue and recovery activities. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting: 1. Municipal, County, State, and federal law enforcement partners with ground search and rescue efforts, missions, and assignments. 2. Municipal, County State, and federal fine services partners with technical urban search and rescue efforts, missions, and assignments. 3. Municipal, County, State, and federal fire services partners with water search and rescue efforts, missions, and assignments. U. Section l7-32—"Intent and Pu bhereby amended bvadding anew subsection hd\to (d) Coordinate with municipalities within the county and other units oflocal, state, and federal government, and other non-profit, emergency management, and affected organizations in the development and implementation of an emergency management plan and responses to disasters. Ui Except as herein expressly awarded, Chapter 17, Civil Emergencies, shall remain unaltered and in full force and effect. This ordinance is adopted and shall take effect onthe 20th day of February, 2023. NEW HANOVER COUNTY William E. Rivenbark, Chair -kk to the Board jKberleigh (63. C well, Cler �B Exhibit Book &I Y, Page A 10 19 11-77M ; I I I 1 11-11 1111-1- - - 30LORE $ tie In ie 1" 11 a re,"Me" T 7 anOTer 2nd that the following is a true copy of the Resolution duly adopted by the Board of Commissioners of New Hanover County effective the 20th day of February, 2023. SEMM "IMPTIVAUTMOMIM" 190=1 Martha one UM Deputy Chief Financial Officer I further certify that this Resolution has neither been rescinded nor modified. Witness my hand and seal of this 20th day of February, 2023. ell 0 Signature of Representative . . ............. Printed Name: William E. Rivenbark Title: Chair ._Sii nature . . . ....... . Exhibit Book Page ' AGENDA: February 20, 2023 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 BUDGET BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Superior Public Health & Safety Strategic Objective(s): Sustain the community capacity to prepare for and respond to public safety demands Fund: General Fund Department: Sheriffs Office Revenue: Decrease Increase Total BA 23-042 Governors Crime Commission $ 15,700 $ 15,700 BA 23-051 Miscellaneous Revenue $ 28,485 $ 28,485 Total $ - $ 44,185 $ 44,185 Prior to Total if Actions Actions Today Taken Departmental Budget $ _ 67,1!L970j 67,464,155 Section 2: Explanation BA 23-042 budgets a Governor's Crime Commission grant that will be used for training to certify 10 Sheriffs Office personnel to teach Crisis Intervention and Mental Health First Aid. BA 23-051 budgets FBI and U. S. Marshals Service overtime reimbursement from August 2022 to December 2022. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 23-042 & 23-051 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, is adopted. Adopted, this 20th day of February, 2023. (SEALI i William E. Rivenbark, Chairman ATTEST: t K erleigh G. Crow , Clerk to the Board Exhibit Book «� l t�C 5b AGENDA: February 20, 2023 - NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 BUDGET BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Effective County Management Strategic Objective(s): Deliver quality service at the right time Fund: General Department: Senior Resource Center Ex enditure: BA 23-045 Senior Resource Center BA 23-049 Senior Resource Center Decrease Increase $ 39,574 $ 5,100 Total $ 39,574 $ 5,100 Total $ $ 44,674 $ 44,674 Revenue: Decrease Increase $ 39,574 Total $ 39,574 BA 23-045 NC De�ans ROAP Grant BA 23-049 CNCS FGP Grant $ 5,100 $ 5,100 Total $ - $ 44,674 $ 44,674 Prior to Total if Actions Actions Today Taken Departmental Budget $ 4,9$5,719 I $ 5,030,393 Section 2: Explanation BA 23-045 increases the budget for the Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAP) grant by $39,574 to match the state's actual award. The total ROAP allocation for FY23 is $261,472 ($220,844 FY23 allocation plus $40,628 carry over from FY22 allocation). ROAP includes the Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program (EDTAP), the Employment and Transportation Assistance Program (ETAP) and the Rural General Public Program (RGP). The RGP portion is passed through to the Cape Fear Public Transportation Authority. BA 23-049 increases the budget for the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP). Effective April 1, 2023, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) increased the hourly stipend rate from $3.15 to $4.00. To support the stipend increase, CNCS increased the grant award $5,100. While there is a 10% match requirement, the county overmatches in allowable in -kind contributions that will provide the additional $510 match. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 23-045 & 23-049 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, is adopted. Adopted, this 24th day of February, 2023. (SEAL) ! e Wi liam E. Rivenbark, Chairman ATTE T: W44it" Kymblleigh G. Crowell, k to the Board Exhibit Book - LI X Page 4.5 e AGENDA: February 20, 2023 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 BUDGET BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Effective County Management Strategic Objective(s): Deliver quality service at the right time Fund: General Department: Library Revenue: Decrease Increase Total BA 23-046 Non -Recurring State Aid $ 120,587 $ 120,587 Total $ - $ 2 0—,5-8771 $ 120,587 Prior to Total if Actions Actions Todav Taken Departmental Budget $ 5,403,547 J Fs_ 5,524,134 Section 2: Explanation BA 23-046 accepts an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant passed through the NC State Library in the amount of $120,587. The funds have to be obligated by December 31, 2024, and spent by December 31, 2026. The funding will be used on three initiatives, Hispanic services, collection diversity and staff professional development. There is no county match requirement for this grant. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 23-046 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, is adopted. Adopted, this 20th day of February, 2023. (SEAL) illiam E. Rivenbark, Chairman ATTEST: j K eigh G. Crowell erk to the Board 4ae-& Exhibit BookAAk- Pag e AGENDA: February 20, 2023 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 BUDGET BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Superior Public Health & Safety Strategic Objective(s): Sustain the community capacity to prepare for and respond to public safety demands Fund: Special Purpose Department: Sheriffs Office Revenue: Decrease Increase Total BA 23-047 Due Schools -Fines & Forfeiture $ 103,214 $ 103,214 Total $ - $ 103,214 $ 103,214 Prior to Total if Actions Actions Todav Taken Departmental Budget $ �m,ma® r$ 103,214J Section 2: Explanation BA 23-047 New Hanover County Sheriffs Office Property and Evidence Unit compiled a list of currency from 149 disposed cases that have been adjudicated and ready to transfer to the New Hanover County Board of Education per N.C. General Statute § 90-112(dl). Funds will be transferred after approval of this budget amendment. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 23-047 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, is adopted. Adopted, this 20th day of February, 2023. (SEAL) /;M -�-. ;) William E. Rivenbark, Chairman ATT ST: •tA /% {Q . berleigh G. Crowe Jerk to the Board Exhibit Book Pane 5 AGENDA. February 20, 2023 NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 BUDGET BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Superior Public Health & Safety Strategic Objective(s): Sustain the community capacity to prepare for and respond to public safety demands Fund: Controlled Substance Tax (CSTAX) Department: Sheriffs Office Prior to Total if Actions Actions Todav Taken Departmental Budget (CSTAX) 1 $ 137,176 $ 146,906 Section 2: Explanation BA 23-048 budgets Controlled Substance Tax receipts dated 12/14/22, 01/13/23 and interest income from November and December, 2022. Funds will be used for supplies and training/travel for law enforcement purposes only. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 23-048 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, is adopted. Adopted, this 20th day of February, 2023. (SEAL) IJ)'f 1 0" C William E. A ivenbark, Chair ATT ST: K erleigh G. Crowel lerk to the Board Exhibit AGENDA: February 20, 2023 hook J(U— Page 85f NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 BUDGET BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendment(s) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Superior Public Health & Safety Strategic Objective(s): Sustain the community capacity to prepare for and respond to public safety demands Fund: Federal Forfeited Property Department: Sheriff's Office Prior to Total if Actions Actions Toda , Taken Departmental Budget (FFP) $ 403,359 $ 468, 660� Section 2: Explanation BA 23-050 budgets Federal Forfeited Property receipts dated 9/21/22 and 12/15/22, interest income for August 2022 through December 2022, and GovDeals sales for three vehicles. Funds will be used for supplies and equipment for law enforcement purposes only. Section 3: Documentation of Adoption This ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the Ordinance for Budget Amendment(s) 23-050 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, is adopted. Adopted, this 20th day of February, 2023. (SEAL) William E. Rivenbark, Chairman ATTE T: -SrA Yff W AA Kyr be Leigh .i. Crowell, rk to the Board NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WHEREAS, New Hanover County (County) recognizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusiveness in our community and serving the needs of all our residents; and a significant role in the social, cultural, and economic fabric of the County; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the County to provide a platform for the Hispanic/Latino staggered WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Hispanic/Latino Commission shall be composed of 11 members who shall be appointed by the Board of Commissioners. Each member of the commission shall be appointed to initially serve than two successive terms. The commission shall hold regular meetings and special meetings as deemed necessary and shall be governed by the bylaws attached as Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Office of Diversity and Equity shall provide the appropriate support and resources to the New Hanover County Hispanic/Latino Commission to carry o I ut its duties and NEW HANOVER COUN /j, I )X • TD-, w c f William E. Rivenbark, Chair Exhibit B o o k YlAy—L Page A-j BYLAWS ESTABLISHING THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY HUSPANUC/LATINO COMMISSION Article |— Name and Commission established. The name of this organization shall be the New Hanover County Hispanic/Latino Commission. The commission shall be considered established and effective once the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners (Board) has made the appointments. Article 11 — Purpose. The commission is established to advise the Board on matters related to the Hispanic/Latino community and to serve as o liaison between the community and New Hanover County (County). The commission will work to promote understanding, inclusiveness, and equality for the Hispanic/Latino community in the County. The Commission shall be organized for the purpose of acting as an advocate for the Hispanic/Latino Community and a resource of information onthe status ofHispanics/Latinos inthe County: ° To identify the status of the Hispanic/Latino population in the County and assesstheir needs. ° To provide a status report of the Hispanic/Latino population in the County on an annual basis to the Board. ° To provide information and recommendations to the Board on the needs and issues important to Hispanics/Latinos as it deems necessary in improving and upholding the opportunities in employment, education, and community services for all people, regardless of gender or age. ° To work toward the betterment of the status of Hispanics/Latinos with respect to employment and educational opportunities, health services, childcare services, welfare services, financial services, and community leadership opportunities. * To serve as an umbrella to coordinate and support all Hispanic/Latino initiatives, organizations, and networks in the County including coordinating and cooperating with the Latino Alliance and other organizations involved in activities unthe status ofHispanio/Latinns. ° To conduct educational seminars in collaboration with other organizations for residents and businesses in the County. Article III —Membership. The commission shall becomprised ofeleven (11)members. The Board shall serve osthe Appointing Authority. Members shall be appointed by the Board consistent with County policies governing appointments to the County governmental commissions, committees, and boards. The members shall be appointed as follows: ° Ten members serving at -large (Appointed bythe Board of County Commissioners). • One member being from the leadership of UNCW Latino Alliance or designee. Each member ofthe commission shall beappointed to serve aterm ofthree (3) years. For the initial commission, three (3)ofthe members shall serve a term of one (1) year; three (3) of the members shall serve a term of two (2) years; four (4) of the members, plus the one (1) member from the leadership of UNCW Latino Alliance, or designee, shall serve a term of three (3) years. Members shall serve no more than two (2) successive terms unless there is a break of at least one CU full year In the event that any member of the commission resigns or terminates service for any cause, the Board, shall appoint aqualified successor for the unexpired term. Members appointed bythe Board shall bearesident ofthe County. Persons appointed to the commission shall have displayed genuine commitment to progressive and positive intergroup relations. The appointees shall serve at the pleasure of the Board and can be removed by Board. Members shall serve without compensation. Am|eUeAV—OffAcens. The commission shall elect for one (1) year terms, a Chair, Vice -Chair, Secretary, and such other officers asitshall deem necessary. Those elected tothese positions may bereappointed tothese positions. The Chair, Vice -Chair and Secretary shall be elected at its inception and then thereafter at the commission's July meeting. The Chair shall have the following duties: 1. Preside at meetings of the commission. 2. Release statements to the media regarding the commission activities, serve as the principal spokesperson of the commission on policy matters, or designate another member to serve in that capacity. The Vice -Chair shall act for the Chair inthe Chair's absence. The Secretary shall record and distribute the minutes of all regular and special meetings. Article V—Function, Powers, and Duties. The commission shall have the following duties: 1. Identify and document by assembling existing information, conducting original research, and other appropriate actions to determine the status of Hispanics/Latinos inthe County. l Educate and inform the general public about the importance of the status of Hispanics/Latinos in the County. ]. Facilitate, collaborate, and promote events and activities that advocate the status of Hispanics/Latinos. Facilitate efforts to identify sources of funds to support events, activities, and programs. Article VI—Maetings At a minimum, the commission shall meet quarterly. The time, day and place of these meetings will be set at its inception and then thereafter each year bythe commission. The County shall make space available for the commission meetings. Special or emergency meetings may be called by the Chair, the Vice -Chair in the Chair's absence, or by a petition of seven (7)commission members. Agendas and minutes of each regular and special meeting shall be kept and shall become a part of the official records of the commission. A copy of the minutes shall be sent to all members of the commission and to the Clerk to the Board nfCounty Commissioners. A quorum shall consist of a simple majority of the current membership. Ex-officio members will not be considered in determining a quorum. A quorum is required in order for the commission to take official action. Robert's Rules ofOrder shall provide guidance for all proceedings not otherwise provided for inthese bylaws. North Carolina Open Meetings law shall govern the commission meetings. Anotice ofall meetings will beposted onthe The County will provide operational support tothe commission. Article VI| — Amendments. Any amendments tothese bylaws shall 6eapproved bythe Board. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: THAT, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners hereby approves Articles |thmNLwhich comprises the bylaws for the establishment of the New Hanover County Hispanic/Latino Commission. NEW HANOVERCOUNTY