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Home My WebLink About2023-10-16 RM Exhibits2024 Exhibi Agenda Review and Regular Meeting Schedules Book �LA'k Page Agenda Review Meeting Dates and Times Location: NHC Government Center Conference Room 138-139 and Tmes Regular Meeting Dates i seS Location: NHC Courthouse, 24 North 3rd Tt Street Room 301 Thursday, January 4 4:00 p.m. Monday, January 9 4:00 p.m. Thursday, January 18 Thursday, February 1 4:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Monday, January 23 Monday, February 6 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Thursday, February 15 4:00 p.m. Monday, February 20 9:00 a.m. Thursday, February 29 4:00 p.m. Monday, February 20 9:00 a.m. Thursday, March 14 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 6 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 Thursday, April 13 4:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 20 Monday, April 17 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Thursday, April 27 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 1 4:00 p.m. Thursday, May 11 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 15 9:00 a.m. Thursday, June 1 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 5 4:00 p.m. Thursday, June 15 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 19 9:00 a.m. Thursday, July 13 4:00 p.m. Monday, July 17 4:00 p.m. Thursday, August 3 4:00 p.m. Monday, August 7 4:00 p.m. Thursday, August 17 4:00 p.m. Monday, August 21 9:00 a.m. Thursday, August 31 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 5 4:00 p.m. Thursday, September 14 4:00 p.m. Monday, September 18 9:00 a.m. Thursday, September 28 4:00 p.m. Monday, October 2 4:00 p.m. Thursday, October 12 4:00 p.m. Monday, October 16 9:00 a.m. Thursday, November 2 4:00 p.m. Monday, November 6 4:00 p.m. Thursday, November 16 4:00 p.m. Monday, November 20 9:00 a.m. Thursday, December 7 4:00 p.m. Monday, December 11 4:00 p.m. Conferences: NACo Legislative Conference, Washington, D.C. February 11-14, 2023 NCACC County Assembly Day, Raleigh, NC Mid -May 2023 (Tl3D) NACo Annual Conference, Travis County/Austin, Texas July 21-24 ' 2023 NCACC Annual Conference, Wake County, NC August 24-27, 2023 Nb AGENDA: October 16, 2023 Book NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024 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, 2024. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Community Safety and Well Being Strategic Objective(s): Effectively and Efficiently respond to public health and safety demands. Fund: General Department: Health & Human Services -Social Services Ex enditure. Decrease Increase Total BA 24-020 GAP Hold Harmless E & E $ - $ - $ - Medicaid Funding $ - $ 572,449 $ 572,449 Special Assistance Fundin $ - $ 14,304 $ 14,304 Total $ - 586 75-1 586,753 Revenue: Decrease Increase Total BA 24-020 DSS 1571 GAP Hold Harmless E & E $ - $ - $ Medicaid Funding $ - $ 572,449 $ 572,449 Special Assistance Funding - $ 14 04 14,304 Total $ - 1 $ 586,753 $ 506,753 Prior to Actions Toda Department Budget $ 44,301„152 Total if Actions Taken $ 44 8$$ 105 Section 2: Explanation BA 24-020 The NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) issued funding to counties in a one-time lump sum, advance payment for use in the SFY 2023-2024 to fill the gap created by the anticipated decrease in federal Medicaid match available to local Social Services agencies as a result of the reclassification of certain expenditures from 75/25 to 50150 federal/county share. This funding is to be used to offset the SFY 2023-2024 costs incurred by counties as a result of the changes to enhanced Medicaid claiming 75/25 for eligibility and enrollment (E & E). NCDHHS is able to provide this gap funding only to support eligibile county costs through June 30, 2024. Counties will need to seek another source of funding to fill this gap for future fiscal years. Any funds not used for eligible expenditures through June 30, 2024 must be reverted back the NCDHHS. No county match is required. 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) 24-020 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, is adopted. Adopted, this 16th day of October, 2023. (SEAL) /Y )jj f ti r illiam E. Rivenbark, Chairman ATTEST: Ky n sleigh G. Crowell " rk to the Board Exhibit AGENDA: October 16, 2023 Book 1L Page 11, NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024 BUDGET BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of New Hanover County, North Carolina, that the following Budget Amendments) be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Community Safety and Well Being Strategic Objective(s): Effectively and Efficiently respond to public health and safety demands. Fund: General Deaartment: Health & Human Services -Social Services Expenditure: Decrease Increase Total BA 24-021 APS Essential Services Funds $ - S 27,031 $ 27,031 Total -S 23 Is Prior to Actions artment Budget r oda�_ De P g I a 4,196,242 Total if Actions Taken $ 44,223,273 Section 2: Explanation BA 24-021 The Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) has allocated APC6 American Rescue Plan (ARP) for Adult Protective Services (APS) under SSA Title XX Section 2042(b) funding for Adult Protective Services Essential Services Fund. This funding allows Social Services to provide essential services for adults whom the need for protective services has been substantiated. The fund is intended to assist the department in addressing identified protective needs and mobilizing protective services where limited county funding and limited resources may be a barrier, but is not intended to replace funding currently in place. These essential services include the provision of medical care for physical and mental health, assistance in personal hygiene, assistance with obtaining appropriate food, clothing, seeking and providing heated and ventilated shelter, providing protection from health and safety hazards, and protection from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. These funds will assist adults to age in place, eliminating unnecessary institutionalization and promoting opportunities to return to a community -based setting when possible. No county match is required. 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) 24-021 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, is adopted. Adopted, this 16th day of October, 2023. (SEAL) �0%3Nf Y 3� S William E. Rivenbark, Chairman 0 n .� ATT ST: .. Ny' 6�1 K n erleigh G. Crowel erk to the Board Amwo Exhibit AGENDA: October 16,2023 Book NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024 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, 2024. Section 1: Details of Budget Amendment Strategic Focus Area: Corromnity Safety and Well Being Strategic Objective(s): Effectively and Efficiently respond to public health and safety demands. Build relationships & create opportunities that enhance engagement for a diverse community. Fund: General Department: Sheriffs Office EWmditure. Decrease Increase Total BA 24-022 Supplies $ - $ 4,800 $ 4,800 BA 24-022 Grant Match $ (1,200) $ - $ (1,200) BA 24-023 Salary & Fringe $ - $ 81,167 $ 81,167 BA 24-023 Contracted Services $ - $ 6,500 6,500 BA 24-023 Supplies $ - I $ 7,500 7,500 BA 24-023 Training/Travel $ - $ 7,500 7,500 BA 24-024 Capital Outlay -Motor Vehicles $ - $ 46,608 46,608 BA 24-024 Supplies -Auto - $ 3,392 $ 3,392 Total (1,200 $ 157,46711$ 15�67 Revenue: Decrease Increase Total BA 24-022 Port Security Grant S - $ 3,600 $ 3,600 BA 24-023 Governor's Highway Safety Program $ - $ 102,667 $ 102,667 BA 24-024 ABC Grant - $ 50,000 $ 50,000 Total 1 $ 156,26771$ 156,267 Prior to Total if Actions Taken Actions Toda Department Budget $ 70J89.691 L$L 70,545,,958 Section 2: Explanation BA 24-022 budgets grant funds received from the Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management, 2023 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP). The PSGP will fund hard case first aid kits to be placed in the marine unit vessels to assist in the enforcement related to the Port of Wilmington and surrounding waterways. The local match required is $1,200 and is currently within the existing Sheirffs Office budget. BA 24-023 budgets funds from the FY23-24 Governor's Highway Safety Program grant that will continue to fund salary and fringe, and supplies and training, for the Laboratory Chemist position in the Forensic Lab unit. No county match is required. BA 24-024 budgets grant funds received from the New Hanover County ABC, 2023 Alcohol Law Enforcerritmt grant. Funds will be used to purchase a replacement vehicle. No county match is required. 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 Amendments) 24-022, 24-023 & 24-024 amending the annual budget, ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, is adopted. 0M (SEAL) H1 \�7illiam 1E - lZivenbark, Chairman T S' �WK. rl."igh G. �Clll,"_ rk to the Board Exhibit •!1 )L•r _ic t J NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, in the year 2023, a staggering 10,730 women residing in North Carolina are expected to receive the daunting diagnosis of breast cancer with an unfortunate projection of 1,450 lives lost to this devastating disease; and WHEREAS, women of North Carolina face a one -in -eight lifetime risk of encountering breast cancer, marking it as the second leading cause of cancer -related deaths among women in the United States; and WHEREAS, the impact of breast cancer is notably higher among non -white women in comparison to white women, with driving factors including disparity in income, education, and access to healthcare services, underscoring the critical need for enhanced breast cancer screening and early detection initiatives; and WHEREAS, the North Carolina Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) steadfastly extends free or low-cost breast and cervical cancer screenings, along with necessary follow-up care, to eligible uninsured or underinsured women; and WHEREAS, through the consistent implementation of mammogram screenings and diligent follow-up testing, the early detection of breast cancer becomes a distinct possibility, enabling prompt and effective treatment that can ultimately save lives; and WHEREAS, fostering awareness of the abundance of health information, educational resources, treatment options, and support networks available empowers individuals grappling with breast cancer to seek and receive tailored care and vital resources essential for enhancing their overall quality of life. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that October 2023 will be recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in New Hanover County and in doing so, encourages all women to obtain regular health screenings to promote the detection of breast cancer. NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Exhibit Book )ULL PageR Al DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, domestic violence transcends all ethnic, racial, gender, and socioeconomic boundaries, weakening the very core of our community; and WHEREAS, the effects ofdomestic violence are far-reaching and may have lifetime implications for families, the criminal justice system, and our community; and WHEREAS, Domestic Violence Shelter and Services Inc. provides emergency crisis intervention and ongoing support and services in New Hanover County for victims and survivors of domestic abuse; and WHEREAS, I,3D05 adults and 138 children received direct services such as court accompaniment, advocacy, empowerment groups and counseling; including 118 adults and 11Ochildren who received emergency shelter through Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc. in the year 2022; and WHEREAS, on September 4, 2002, Gladys Bryant, an employee of New Hanover County for more than two decades, and on August 6, 2008, Tarica Pulliam, an employee of New Hanover County for two years, lost their lives in acts nfdomestic violence exhibiting to all their coworkers and friends, the prevalence ofdomestic violence and its consequences; and WHEREAS, many other persons throughout New Hanover County and the United States find themselves in abusive relationships and need to find a safe and empowering environment; and WHEREAS, this year's theme Stronger Together serves as a call to action to citizens of New Hanover County to encourage, support and empower one another to live lives free from violence, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners refuses to tolerate domestic violence in any form and wishes to create a society that promotes strong values, fosters a safe and loving home environment for every family, and encourages our citizens to enhance their efforts to work together to address the problem of domestic violence. BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED bythe New Hanover County Board ofCommissioners that October 2O23 be recognized as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in New Hanover County. ADOPTED this 15thday ofOctober, 2023. NEW HANOVERCOUNTY L:Z4 VViUiann E. Rivenbadt Chair ATTEST: Exhibit NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Book �A�k Page NATIONAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, substance abuse prevention is vital in both individual and community health; and WHEREAS, the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health estimated that 16.3696ofNorth Carolina residents aged 18 and older had a substance use disorder; and WHEREAS, an estimated 24.3396ofNorth Carolinians aged 18-25 had a substance use disorder in 2021 implying the need for targeted prevention and awareness efforts; and WHEREAS, data suggest that over 11 North Carolinians died each day from a drug overdose in 2022; and WHEREAS, there were approximately 83 deaths from drug overdose in New Hanover County in 2022; and WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Department of Social Services reported 53.1% of children in foster care due toparental substance use in2O22;and WHEREAS, the key to substance use prevention is talking openly with our children and helping them understand the impact ofsubstance abuse ontheir health; and WHEREAS, studies show that the earlier an individual starts smoking, drinking, or using other drugs the greater the likelihood ofdeveloping anaddiction; and WHEREAS, every year substance use isdelayed during adolescent brain development, the risk ofaddiction and substance abuse decreases; and WHEREAS, wecommit to remember those who have lost their lives tosubstance abuse, to acknowledge those in recovery, and support the children, parents, family, and friends touched by substance abuse. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, that October 2023wiU be recognized as National Substance Abuse Prevention Month in New Hanover County and urges all residents and community organizations tojoin in this observance through reflection and raising awareness ofthe role substance use disorder plays incommunity health. NEW HANOVER COUNTY iL � d� William E. Rivenbark, Chair g Zell KMberlei �Z. Fr Clerk to the Board Exhibi NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Book . Page j-9t t-, RESOLUTION OF DETERMINATION OF COST FOR MASON INLET RELOCATION AND MAINTENANCE WHEREAS, on June 21, 1999, the Board adopted a preliminary assessment resolution for the Mason Inlet Management Project, andPnDecernber2,2OO2,conOrnnedthefina|aaoessmnentro||,authoriz1ng collection ofthe initial construction costs; and WHEREAS, incompliance with the conditions ofthe U.3.Corps ofEngineers penmbauthorhingthe project, operational and maintenance costs in the amount of $4,069,039.00 have been incurred but not yet assessed for the period from August 1,2O18,toAugust 31,2O23;and WHEREAS, NCGS 153A-204.1 directs that such operation and maintenance costs are to be levied on the same basis as the original assessment; and WHEREAS, NCGS153A-2O4.lrequires that the Board first determine the amount ofthe operational and maintenance cost considering actual costs of operating and maintaining the project together with such expenses as necessary legal services, interest costs, mailing and publication costs; and WHEREAS, the County is thereafter required to prepare a preliminary assessment roll for the operational and maintenance costs, listing parcels tobeassessed, fee basis, costs for each owner and proposed payment terms, and also toproduce aproject nnapshnvvingpance|yofnecord;and WHEREAS, the Board is to set the date for a public hearing to annul, modify or confirm the NOW THEREFORE BE0[RESOLVED bvthe New Hanover County Board ofCommissioners that: 1. The operational and maintenance costs for the project forthopehodfrunnAugust1,3O18,to August 31, 2023, to now be assessed are $4,069,039.00. County staff is directed to prepare a preliminary assessment roll and @ project map, to mail to each owner a Notice of Hearing, and to prepare and publish all required notices. 5. A public hearing to consider the preliminary assessment roll for operational and maintenance costs is set for November 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., or thereafter, at the New Hanover County Historic Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, Room 301, in Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401. ADOPTED the 16th day of October, 2023. VNUiann E. Rkxenbark [hair ATTEST: NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Exhibl A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FUNDING ALLOCATIONS FOR THE FY 2024WO0KR0RCE HOUSING SERVICES PROGRAM WHEREAS, in2O22,the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners unanimously agreed to dedicate at least $15 million from the county's existing revenues over five years for programs and initiatives that increase and improve the stock of affordable homes in New Hanover County, and increase residents access to affordable housing opportunities; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Land Use Department developed a framework for a Request for Proposals (RFP) for funding a Workforce Housing Services Program utilizing the $3 million allocated for affordable housing inthe FY 2024budget; and WHEREAS, the criteria and priorities were developed based on the findings of the Joint County/City Comprehensive Housing Study and Survey tocreate animmediate impact toNew Hanover County residents; and WHEREAS, seven proposals were received by August 4, 2023, for a total of $6.6 million in funding requests for the construction, rehabilitation, and assistance to 547 units of workforce and affordable housing inNew Hanover County; and WHEREAS, a cross -functional team of New Hanover County Staff and a sub -committee of the Workforce Housing Advisory Committee ranked Blue Ridge Atlantic Development, [ape Fear Habitat for Humanity, New Beginning Christian Church, and VVARK4 NC as the best -qualified proposals based upon scoring and priorities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners supports the allocation of funding in amounts not to exceed $600,000 to Blue Ridge Atlantic Development, $1,000,000 to Cape Fear Habitat for Hurnonity, $500,000 to New Beginning Christian Church, and $872,000 to VVARK8 NC. Furthermore, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners authorizes the County Manager and/or the County Attorney to take such measures as necessary to finalize the terms and conditions ofthe funding. ADOPTED the 15th day of October, 202I NEW HANOVER COUNTY WA, �, 0— 'Ir- � William E. Rivenbad,Chair Ky" erleigh G. Crowe4l�Clerk to the Board