2024-03-18 RM ExhibitsNew Hanover County Monthly Collection Report for January 2024
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Scroll/Billed
II IIIA 18
8,290,087.97
$
14,956,600.40
$
7,961,325.59
III III 11 @
$ 211,208,013.96
Abatements
$
(164,004.73)
$
1
(219,414.99)
$
$ (383,419.72)
Adjustments
$
58,541.13,
$
30,439.69
$
$ 88,980.82
,Total Tax4s Charged
$
188IIII,184,62MII II4.37
$
14,II
$
7,961,325.59
$ 210,9IIII 13,57olI 5.06
1II :Collections to Date
$
184,692,388.07
$
I�767,625.10
14,166,819.02
$
7,961,325.59
$ 206,820,532.68
1*Refunds
$
747,619.42
$
59,154 .81
$
$ 806,774.23
Write-off
62.82
$
1,455.93
$ 1,518.75
IMMMINISTOR
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Scroll
1,518,383.70
4,309,0Ilya 8993
5,9III IIII 43,945.22
Abatements
(17,563.98)
(346,322.64)
(363,886.62)
Adjustments
38,642.17
38,642.17
TotalLevy
1,539,461.89
3,962,767.29
116,471.59
$ 5,618,700.77
Collections to Date
$
432,075.55
78,619.47
196.62
510,891.64
i*Refunds
$
94,276.13
$
284,539.49
$
96.28
$ 378,911.90
$
20,703.34
$
400,338.39
$
108,741.06
$ 529,782.79
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Total Prior Year Collections YTD
*Detailed information for Refunds can be found in the Tax Office
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New Hanover County Debt Service Monthly Collection Report for Janaury 2024
Current Year 2023-2024
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll/Billed
$
10,609,045.88
$
852,583.87
$
506,115.73
$
11,967,745.48
Abatements
$
(9,239.65)
$
(12,363.76)
$
-
$
(21,603.41)
Adjustments
$
3,298.10
$
1,714.86
$
-
$
5,012.96
Total Taxes Charged
$
10,603,104.33
$
841,934.97
$
506,115.73
$
11,951,155.03
Collections to Date
$
10,356,606.95
$
802,300.58
$
506,115.73
$
11,665,023.26
*Refunds
$
68.92
$
120.94
$
189.86
Write-off
$
12.18
$
92.29
$
104.47
Outstanding Balance
$
246,554.12
$
39,663.04
$
-
$
286,217.16
Collection Percentage
97.67
95.29
100.00
97.61
YTD Interest Collected
$
6,715.00
$
532.34
$
5,065.30
$
12,312.64
Total 2Q23_2024 Collections YTD $ 11,677,146.04
Prior Years 2013-2022
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll
$
143,039.18
$
351,588.21
$ -
$
494,627.39
Abatements
$
(1,292.30)
$
(44,468.27)
$
(45,760.57)
Adjustments
$
4,017.25
$
-
$
4,017.25
Total Levy
$
145,764.13
$
307,119.94
$ -
$
452,884.07
Collections to Date
$
37,262.96
$
(1,369.21)
$ -
$
35,893.75
*Refunds
$
4,350.34
$
29,240.94
$ -
$
33,591.28
Write-off
$
2.60
$
10.42
$ -
$
13.0
Outstanding Balance
$
112,848.91
$
337,719.67
$ -
$
450,594.62—
YTD Interest Cc
2,639.08
$ -
$
9,194.45
Total Prior Year Collections YTD
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Grand Total All Collections YTD $ 11,688,642.96
*Detailed information for Refunds can be found in the Tax Office
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New Hanover County Fire District Monthly Collection Report for January 2024
Current Year 2023-2024
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll/Billed
$
12,023,435.12
1,096,371.72
$
652,284.42
$
13,772,091.26
Abatements
$
(3,714.90)
$
(14,994.47)
$
(18,709.37)
Adjustments
$
1,001.09
$
1,658.72
$
2,659.81
Total Taxes Charged
$
12,020,721.31
$
1,083,035.97
$
652,284.42
$
13,756,041.70
Collections to Date
$
11,730,847.29
$
1,041,711.42
$
652,284.42
$
13,424,843.13
*Refunds
$
4.16
$
97.47
$
101,63
Write-off
$
23.91
$
170.40
$
194.31
Outstanding Balance
$
289,854.27
$
41,251.62
$
-
$
331,105.89
Collection Percentage
97.59
96.19
100.00
97.59
YTD Interest Collected
$
7,162.14
$
752.90
$
5,360.00
$
13,275.04
Total 24 Collections YTD $ 13,438,016.54
Prior Years 2013-2022
Real Estate
Personal Property
Motor Vehicles
Combined
Scroll
$
120,022.91
$
231,475.46
$
7,288.27
$
358,786.64
Abatements
$
(100.73)
$
(50,824.34)
$
-
$
(50,925.07)
Adjustments
$
723.12
$
-
$
723,12
Total Levy
$
120,645.30
$
180,651.12
$
7,288.27
$
308,584.69
Collections to Date
$
31,164.62
$
(1,637.84)
$
0.67
$
29,527.45
*Refunds
$
428.88
$
41,217.93
$
-
$
41,646.81
Write-off
$
1,126.59
$
22,340.27
$
6,820.15
$
30,287.01
Outstanding Balance
$
88,782.97
$
201,166.62
$
467.45
$
350,991.06
YTD Interest Collected
$
4,889.25
$
1,692.71
$
:. �O _ �12
$
6,582.08_
Total Prior Year Collections YTD
36,109.53
Grand Total All Collections YTD $ 13,474,126.07
*Detailed information for Refunds can be found in the Tax Office
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AGENDA: March 18,2024 B o o k Page
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: 911 Communications
KjaMditure.
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 24-061911 Communications
74,94911$
174,949
Total
$ $ 174,949r-0
lj,174,949
Revenue:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 24-061 NC 911 Board Grant
$ 174,04-9
Total
$ 174,949 1 $ 174,949
Prior to Total if Actions Taken
Actions Today
Departmental Budget $ 72953,122 $ 8128071
Section 2: Explanation
BA 24-061 accepts a grant from the NC 911 Board in the amount of $174,949. The funds will be used to purchase portable
radios for the countys primary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). The radios will increase operability with surrounding
emergency response resources and increase redundancy and security. There is no county match 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) 24-061 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June
30, 2024, is adopted.
Adopted, this 18th day of March, 2024.
(SEAL)
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AGENDA: March 18, 2024 B 0 0 k ���� �°" � �P a g e
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: Good Governance
Strategic Objective(s): Communicate what the county does and why.
Proactively manage the county budget.
Fund: Debt Service
Department: Proiect Grace
BA 24-062 Debt Service
Revenue:
Decrease
Increase
Total
BA 24-062 Appropriated Fund Balance
$ -
$ 1,318,700
$ 1,318 700
Total
$ - $ 1,318,700 $ 1,318,700
Prior to Total if Actions Taken
Actions Toda
Debt Service Approp Fund Bal $ - $ 1,318,700
Section 2: Explanation
BA 24-062 appropriates the first interest payment for Project Grace that is due May 1, 2024. Future debt payments for the
project will be included in the FY25 recommended budget. Currently, the Debt Service Fund appropriated fund balance is
zero, therefore the new balance will be $1,318,700.
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) 24-062 amending the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June
30, 2024, is adopted.
Adopted, this 18th day of March, 2024.
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Kymldeigh G. Crowell, Cgfik to the Board
230Governmuent Center Drive, Suite ?75 Wilmington, N[284O3
Bill Rivenbark,[har | KeAmn Pierce, Vice -Chair
Jonathan BaofielldLUr~Cornmisnioner | Dane Scalise, Commissioner | Rob Zapple,Cbmmissimner
Nl.Senator Michael Lee
3OON.Salisbury SL,Room S23
Raleigh, N[276O3
Dear Senator Lee:
Exhibit
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Onbehalf of the New Hanover County Board ofCommissioners, |write to express our support of Cape
Fear Public Utility Authority's request for state assistance to close funding gaps related tothree critical
infrastructure projects brought about primarily by construction inflation in addition to expected lost
revenue as a result of changes made to system development fee calculations in Session Law 2023-137.
The CFPUA projects are the South Castle Hayne Road water main, the River Road pump station and
interconnections and ocapacity upgrade for the K8otts Creek force main. These projects were budgeted
by CFPUA at a total of nearly $27 million, but because of external forces beyond CFPUA's control are now
facing atotal budget gap of$2S,O9S,OOO.
Tubesure, New Hanover County is gratefulfor $45million instate funding tosupport the extension of
water and sewer infrastructure in Northern New Hanover County and at Blue Clay Business Park. That
funding is fully committed and will support job growth and new businesses and residences.
The South Castle Hayne Road water main project is critical to the projects being funded by the $45miUion
instate funding sogenerously allocated toNew Hanover County. Further, the River Road pump station
and interconnections and the capacity upgrade for the K4otts Creek force main will help to support the
growth being experienced insouthern New Hanover County.
As such, these projects proposed by CFPUA will provide much -needed infrastructure to support new and
existing businesses and residences. Any state support would be greatly appreciated.
|naddition tothe inflation inthe noted capital projects, Session Law ZO23-137,which legally caps akey
input of system development fee calculations, is projected to cause an estimated $4 million in lost system
development fees annually. In the absence of other state funding or a change in this legislation, that
annual revenue would have tobeborne bvCFPUA/scustomers. Additional approved state funding will
prevent excessive increases toCFPUAcustomer rates.
Sincerely,
VViUiarn E. Rkmnbad, Chair
230Govemment Center Drive, Suite 175,Wilmington, N[28403
Bill Rivenbark, Chair | KeAnn Pierce, Vice -Chair
Jonathan Barfield, Jr., Commissioner I Dane Scalise, Commissioner I Rob Zapple, Commissioner
N.C.Representative Ted Davis
3OON.Salisbury St,Room 4178
Raleigh, N[276O3
Dear Representative Davis:
Exhibit
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On behalf ufthe New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, | write to empress our support of Cape
Fear Public Utility Authority's request for state assistance to close funding gaps related to three critical
infrastructure projects brought about phnnahk/ by construction inflation in addition to expected lost
revenue as a result of changes made to system development fee calculations in Session Law 2023-137.
The BPUAprojects are the South Castle Hayne Road water main, the River Road pump station and
interconnections and a capacity upgrade for the Motts Creek force main. These projects were budgeted
by CFPUA at a total of nearly $27 million, but because of external forces beyond CFPUA's control are now
facing a total budget gap of $15,095,000.
To be sure, New Hanover County is gratefulfor $45million instate funding to support the extension of
water and sewer infrastructure in Northern New Hanover County and at Blue Clay Business Park. That
funding is fully committed and will support job growth and new businesses and residences.
The South Castle Hayne Road water main project is critical to the projects being funded by the $45 million
in state funding sogenerously allocated to New Hanover County. Further, the River Road pump station
and interconnections and the capacity upgrade for the K4otts Creek force main will help to support the
growth being experienced insouthern New Hanover County.
As such, these projects proposed by CFPUA will provide much -needed infrastructure to support new and
existing businesses and residences. Any state support would be greatly appreciated.
in addition to the inflation in the noted capita! projects, Session Law 2023-137, which legally caps a key
input of system development fee calculations, is projected to cause an estimated $4 million in lost system
development fees annually. In the absence of other state funding or a change in this legislation, that
annual revenue would have to be borne by CFPUA's customers. Additional approved state funding will
prevent excessive increases toCFPUAcustomer rates.
Sincerely,
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VViUiann E. Rivenbed, Chair
New Hanover County Board mfCommissioners
23OGovernment Center Drive, Suite 175,Wilmington, N[2O4O]
Bill Rivembark,Chair | &eAmnn Pierce, Vice -Chair
Jonathan Barfielx,8r.,Comnnoissioner | Dane Scalise, Commissioner / Rob ZappUe, Commissioner
N.C.Representative Deb Butler
16West Jones St.,Room 11O9
Raleigh, NC275O1
Dear Representative Butler:
Onbehalf ofthe New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, |write to express our support of Cape
Fear Public Utility Authority's request for state assistance to close funding gaps related to three critical
infrastructure projects brought about phnnahh by construction inflation in addition to expected lost
revenue as a result of changes made to system development fee calculations in Session Law 2023-137.
The CFPUA projects are the South Castle Hayne Road water main, the River Road pump station and
interconnections and a capacity upgrade for the Motts Creek force main. These projectsvverebudeeted
by CFPUA at a total of nearly $27 million, but because of external forces beyond CFPUA's control are now
facing atotal budget gap of$15,O95,0lO.
Tobesure, New Hanover County is gratefulfor $45million instate funding b»support the extension of
water and sewer infrastructure in Northern New Hanover County and at Blue Clay Business Park. That
funding is fully committed and will support job growth and new businesses and residences.
The South Castle HayneKoad water main project is critical to the projects being funded bythe $45mU|ion
instate funding sogenerously allocated toNew Hanover County. Further, the River Road pump station
and interconnections and the capacity upgrade for the KXotts Creek force main will help to support the
growth being experienced insouthern New Hanover County.
As such, these projects proposed bvCFPUAwill provide much -needed infrastructure tosupport new and
existing businesses and residences. Any state support would be greatly appreciated.
|naddition to the inflation in the noted capital projects, Session Law 2023-137, which legally caps okey
input ofsystem development fee calculations, bprojected tocauseanestinnated$4noiUionin|ostsystenn
development fees annually. In the absence of other state funding or a change in this legislation, that
annual revenue would have tobeborne bvCFPU/Yscustomers. Additional approved state funding will
prevent excessive increases toCFPUAcustomer rates.
Sincerely,
VViUiano E. RivenbaN, Chair
101,111 Oki We]
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 175,Wilmington, N[28403
Bill Rivenbark,Chair | LeAnn Pierce, Vice -Chair
Jonathan Barfield, Jr., Commissioner I Dane Scalise, Commissioner I Rob Zapple, Commissioner
N.C.
Representative Charles Miller
16West Jones St,Room ZZ19
Raleigh, NC27GOl
Dear Representative Miller:
EXhib
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Book Page
Onbehalf of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, |write to express our support of Cape
Fear Public Utility Authority's request for state assistance to dose funding gaps related to three critical
infrastructure projects brought about primarily bvconstruction inflation in addition to expected lost
revenue as a result of changes made to system development fee calculations in Session Law 2023-137.
The CFPUA projects are the South Castle Hayne Road water main, the River Road pump station and
interconnections and acapacity upgrade for the MottsCreek force main. These projects vverebudmeted
by CFPUA at a total of nearly $27 million, but because of external forces beyond CFPUA's control are now
facing atotal budget gap of$15,O9S,OU0.
To be sure, New Hanover County is grateful for$4G million in state funding tosupport the extension of
water and sewer infrastructure in Northern New Hanover County and at Blue Clay Business Park. That
funding is fully committed and will support job growth and new businesses and residences.
The South Castle HayneRoad water main project is critical tothe projects being funded by the $45mU|ion
in state funding sogenerously allocated tm New Hanover County. Further, the River Road pump station
and interconnections and the capacity upgrade for the Motts Creek force main will help to support the
growth being experienced insouthern New Hanover County.
As such, these projects proposed by CFPUA will provide much -needed infrastructure to support new and
existing businesses and residences. Any state support would be greatly appreciated.
|naddition to the inflation in the noted capital projects, Session Law 2023-137, which legally caps ekey
input ofsystem development fee calculations, is projected tocause anestimated $4million inlost system
development fees annually. |nthe absence ofother state funding orachange inthis legislation, that
annual revenue would have tobeborne bvCFPU/Yscustomers. Additional approved state funding will
prevent excessive increases to[FPUAcustomer rates.
Sincerely,
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William E.Rivenbork,Chair
New Hanover County Board ofCommissioners
23OGovernment Center Drive, Suite 175,Wilmington, N[284U]
Bill Rivenbark,Chair | LeAmnn Pierce,Vice'Chair
Jonathan Barfield,jr., Commissioner I Dane Scalise, Commissioner I Rob Zapple, Commissioner
Nl�Senator Bill Rabon
l6West Jones 5t,Room 2O1O
Raleigh, NC27601
Dear Senator Rabon:
F'Yh�h
On behalf of the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, | write to express our support of Cape
Fear Public Utility Authority's request for state assistance to close funding gaps related to three critical
infrastructure projects brought about primarily by construction inflation inaddition toexpected lost
revenue as a result of changes made to system development fee calculations in Session Law 2023-137.
The CFPUA projects are the South Castle Hayne Road water main, the River Road pump station and
interconnections and a capacity upgrade for the Motts Creek force main. These projects were budgeted
byCFPUA at a total of nearly $27 million, but because of external forces beyond CFPUA's control are now
facing atotal budget gap of$15,O95,U0O.
Tobesure, New Hanover County is gratefulfor $45million instate funding tosupport the extension of
water and sewer infrastructure in Northern New Hanover County and at Blue Clay Business Park. That
funding is fully committed and will support job growth and new businesses and residences.
The South Castle Hayne Road water main project iscritical to the projects being funded by the $45miUion
in state funding so generously allocated to New Hanover County. Further, the River Road pump station
and interconnections and the capacity upgrade for the Motts Creek force main will help to support the
growth being experienced insouthern New Hanover County.
As such, these projects prmoosedbvCFPUAvviU provide much -needed infrastructure tosupport new and
existing businesses and residences. Any state support would be greatly appreciated.
|naddition tothe inflation inthe noted capital projects, Session Law 202SB7,which legally caps akey
input ofsystem development fee calculations, is projected tocause anestimated $4million inlost system
development fees annually. In the absence of other state funding or a change in this legislation, that
annual revenue would have to be borne by CFPUA's customers. Additional approved state funding will
prevent excessive increases toCFPUAcustomer rates.
Sincerely,
Ns . � - 0 Z�
WilliamE. RivenbaM, Chair
DION't
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS book-�L)L—Page
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING AND APPROVING A NEW HANOVER COUNTY
AMERICA 250 NC COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners desires to celebrate and honor
the nation's history and the 250th Anniversary of the United States; and
WHEREAS, the United States Congress established the U.S. Serniquincentennial Commission to
encourage Americans to remember the country's past, celebrate the present, and look forward
to a promising future; and
WHEREAS, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper created AMERICA 250 NC as a statewide
initiative to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of the 250th
anniversary of the United States and North Carolina's integral role in that event, as well as the
role of its people in the nation's past, present, and future; and
WHEREAS, AMERICA 250 NC has a mission to engage all North Carolinians and all 100 counties
through their many signatures and officially recognized programs, projects, and events during
the commemoration, inspiring future leaders and celebrating North Carolina's contributions to
the nation over the last 250 years; and
WHEREAS, having a New Hanover County Committee will help achieve the goals of AMERICA
250 NC and the committee will be responsible for planning and coordinating local programs and
events to commemorate the 250th anniversary over the next two years, with a focus on 2026
and concluding in 2027
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners
supports the mission of AMERICA 250 NC and approves the establishment of the New Hanover
County AMERICA 250 NC Committee comprised of a diverse group of volunteer citizens to work
on all activities, associated with the commemoration, led by the Cape Fear Museum of History
and Science.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be sent to New Hanover County's
legislative delegation and the AMERICA 250 NC Committee.
ADOPTED this 18 th day of March, 2024.
New Hanover Coun
William E. Rivenbark, Chair
ATTEST:
KYAe'rleigh G. Cr well, Clerk to the Board
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Bcuk A-V Pace
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RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE HISTORIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE
WILMINGTON NC ALUMNAE CHAPTER OF DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY INCORPORATED DURING
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
WHEREAS, the United States Congress designated March as Women's History Month in 1987, celebrating
and highlighting the contributions and achievements of women throughout American history; and
WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated consists of college -educated women dedicated to the
constructive development of its members and public service with a primary focus on the African American
community. It is a private, not -for -profit organization aimed at providing assistance and support through
established programs in local communities worldwide; and
WHEREAS, in 1961 the Wilmington NC Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated
achieved a significant first, particularly for African American women, in New Hanover County by initiating
the process to purchase a house and securing a mortgage in a segregated environment; and
WHEREAS, the act of purchasing a home and securing a mortgage was a radical, brave act during a time
when African Americans and women were denied basic financial rights and the Chapter successfully paid
off the mortgage ahead of the scheduled completion terms; and
WHEREAS, the Wilmington NC Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated has remained
a steadfast pillar in the community, serving for over sixty years by hosting annual Christmas dinners, senior
giveaways, and health fairs for the Cape Fear community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners recognizes the
Wilmington NC Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated's significant
accomplishments and historical milestones, achieved through its sorority sisters' ongoing dedication to
this community to empower and pave the way for women and girls across the Cape Fear region.
ADOPTED, this 18 th day of March, 2024.
MEW
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William E. Rivenbark, Chair
ATTEST:
Kym6rleigh G. CrovA Clerk to the Board
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Exhibit
NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH PROCLAMATION Book _X'U\1 Page _15 -All
WHEREAS, food serves as a fundamental element essential for sustaining life, and the type, quality, and
quantity of food that individuals consume significantly influence their overall health and are critical to
their well-being; and
WHEREAS, barriers to proper nutrition, such as rising food costs, inadequate nutrition education, and
limited access to quality food options negatively impacts the community with disparities among
marginalized populations; and
WHEREAS, in 2022 the percentage of adults who were overweight or obese was 35% of the population,
placing them at higher risk for serious health conditions; and
WHEREAS, New Hanover County's strategic plan sets forth a goal for every resident to have access to
services that support their physical health and mental well-being, with optimal nutrition being a crucial
component in achieving these targets; and
WHEREAS, a registered dietitian or nutritionist can provide personalized nutrition advice that is easy to
follow, promoting the development of sustainable healthy habits; and
WHEREAS, National Nutrition Month provides organizations and health practitioners in New Hanover
County with an opportunity to emphasize the significance of making informed food choices and
cultivating healthy eating and physical activity habits to achieve optimal health.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners that March
2024 will be recognized as "National Nutrition Month" in New Hanover County.
ADOPTED this the 18th day of March, 2024.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY
William E. Rivenbark, Chair
ATTEST:
KYWberleigh G. Cr ell, Clerk to the Board