Agenda 2006 02-20
AGENDA NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Assembly Room, New Hanover County Historic Courthouse
24 North Third Street, Room 301
Wilmington, NC
ROBERT G. GREER. CHAIRMAN. WilLIAM A. CASTER. VICE-CHAIRMAN
TED DAVIS. JR.. COMMISSIONER. WilLIAM A. KOPP, JR.. COMMISSIONER. NANCY H. PRITCHETT. COMMISSIONER
BRUCE T. SHELL. COUNTY MANAGER' WANDA COPLEY. COUNTY A HORNEY' SHEILA SCHULT. CLERK TO THE BOARD
February 20, 2006 9:00 a.m.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER (Chairman Robert G. Greer)
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
ESTIMATED ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page
TIMES No.
9:15 a.m. 1. Presentation of New Hanover County Retirement Plaques 65
9:25 a.m. 2. Presentation of New Hanover County Service Awards 67
9:35 a.m. 3. Recognition of New Employees 69
9:40 a.m. 4. Recognition of Donald Blake's Award as North Carolina's Health Member of 71
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9:50 a.m. 5. Introduction of Bond Order - 2006 General Obligation Issue 73
10:05 a.m. 6. Recognition of Awards Presented to the New Hanover Soil & Water 81
Conservation District
10:10 a.m. 7. Presentation of New Hanover Country's Recertification as a "Storm Ready" 83
CQ1l11l11111ity
10:15 a.m. 8. Consideration of Approval of Board of Education Actions Related to 85
Chesterbrook Property Purchase and Anderson Elementary School Funding
10:30 a.m. 9. Presentation by the Department of Social Services on Leading by Results 95
10:50 a.m. 10. Consideration of a Resolution Supporting Road Improvements from 97
Murrayville Road to Market Street
11:00 a.m. Break
11:10 a.m. 11. Consideration ofCAMA Access Application for Fort Fisher Boat Basin 99
11 :25 a.m. 12. New Hanover County Government Center Update and Approval of Associated 105
Budget Amendment 2006-21
11 :40 a.m. 13. Committee Appointment 109
11 :45 a.m. 14. Meeting ofthe Water and Sewer District 129
12:10 p.m. 15. Non-Agenda Items (limit three minutes)
12:15 p.m. 16. Additional Items
County Manager
Commissioners
Clerk to the Board
County Attorney
12:30 p.m. ADJOURN
Note: Times listed for each item are estimated, and if a preceding item takes less
time, the Board will move forward until the agenda is completed.
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MEETING OF THE WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
ASSEMBLY ROOM, NEW HANOVER COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE
24 NORTH THIRD STREET, ROOM 301
WILMINGTON, NC
ESTIMATED ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page
TIMES No.
11 :45 a.m. 1. Non-Agenda Items (limit three minutes)
11:50 a.m. 2. Approval of Minutes 131
11:55 a.m. 3. Consideration of Approval of Professional Services Contract 133
Highway 421 Corridor Wastewater System and Associated Budget Amendment
06-0127
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CONSENT AGENDA
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page
No.
1. Approval of Minutes 7
2. Approval of Acceptance of Clean Water Management Trust Fund Grant for the 9
Purchase and Installation of a Center Pivot Irrigation System and Associated
Budget Amendment 06-0126
3. Approval of Sale of Surplus Property Located at 915 S. 4th Street 15
4. Approval of Sale of Surplus Property Located at 604 N. 6th Street 17
5. Approval of Proposal to Purchase Easement over County Property Located on 19
Gordon Road
6. Approval of Lease of 15' X 15' Pad for Telecommunications 23
7. Approval of Library Marketing Grant Application 35
8. Approval of Museum Grassroots Arts Grant Application 37
9. Approval to Destroy Old Jury Cards 41
10. ApP1'QYctltQI.3lJdg~ti\dditiQllctLElJllJl~R~G~iy~dbytl1~Sl1~l'i[f'~mQ[fiG~ctlld 43
Associated Budget Amendments 06-0122 and 06-0123
11. Approval of New Hanover County and New Hanover County Fire District Tax 47
Collections Reports
12. Approval of Release of Tax Value 51
13. ApP1'QYctlQ[R~l~ct~~QfIct)(~~I.3ctrr~dbyCi:.S.lQ~-nS 53
14. Approval of Advertisement of Tax Liens on Real Property 55
15. Convene as Board of Equalization and Review 57
Approval of Budget Amendments
16.1 06-0114 Social Services 59
16.2 06-0115 IT ILibrary 61
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 1 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Governing Body Presenter: Sheila L. Schult
Contact: Sheila L. Schult
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Approval of Minutes
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Approve minutes from the Regular meeting held on February 6, 2006.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Approve minutes.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 2 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Environmental Management Presenter: Ray Church
Contact: Ray Church
SUBJECT:
Acceptance of Clean Water Management Trust Fund Grant for the Purchase and Installation of a Center Pivot
Irrigation System, CWMTF PROJECT NUMBER: 2004B-513
BRIEF SUMMARY:
In 2003, the Department of Environmental Management began operation of a Constructed Wetlands project for the
treatment of landfill leachate. The project was partially funded by a grant of $785,000 from the North Carolina Clean Water
Management Trust Fund (CWMTF). The project consists of five acres of wetlands and a center pivot irrigation system from
which treated leachate is irrigated onto a closed cell. The intent of this project is to reduce the effluent discharge of treated
leachate from the landfill into the receiving stream, the Northeast Cape Fear River. Each year approximately 3,000,000
gallons of treated leachate is irrigated onto the closed cell instead of being discharged. To further reduce the discharge, on
May 17, 2004, staff requested, and the Board approved, a grant application to the Clean Water Management Trust Fund for
the purchase and installation of an additional center point irrigation system. The new system will allow the removal of up to
an additional 4,000,000 gallons of treated leachate from the receiving stream. The CWMTF has agreed to grant $155,000
toward the $199,700 project for the purchase and installation of the irrigation system. The balance is matching funds in an
amount of $44,700 that is designated as follows:
Project Design, Permitting and Surveying - $24,000,
Construction AdministrationlObservation and Construction Contingency - $15,700,
Grant Recipients Administration cost $5,000. (In-Kind salaries)
The Board approved funding the $44,700 matching funds from the Environmental Management Fund Balance at their
meeting on May 17, 2004.
The grant agreement is available for review in the County Manager's office.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Staff requests the Board accept the grant from the North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund in an amount of
$155,000 for the purchase and installation of a Center Pivot Irrigation system to be placed on cell 2/3A at the landfill. Staff
also requests that the Board approve the associated resolution and budget amendment in an amount of $39,700 for
matching funds. The administration cost of $5,000 is in-kind cost for salaries and is already in the budget.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
Budget Amendment
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REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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RESOLUTION
OF THE
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
WHEREAS, New Hanover County's Department of Environmental Managemcnt
desires to protect the environment and to minimize the discharge of treated wastewater to
the Northeast Cape Fear River;
AND WHEREAS, New Hanover County's Department of Environmental
Management was awarded grant funding totaling $78S,000 from the North Carolina
Clean Water Management Trust Fund to build a constructed wetland system for the
treatment of landfill leachate in 1999;
AND WHEREAS, the construetcd wetlands was built and became opcrational in
May, 2003;
AND WHEREAS, the constructed wetlands have allowed over fivc million
gallons of treated leachate to be irrigated upon cell one, a closed landfill cell, since start
up;
AND WHEREAS, New Hanover County's Department of Environmental
Management desires to reduce additional oxygen demanding wastes, nitrogen, and
suspended solids from reaching the Northeast Cape Fear River and adjacent waterways;
AND WHEREAS, New Hanover County's Department of Environmental
Management desires to help improve the water quality of the Northeast Cape Fear River
and adjacent waterways;
AND WHEREAS, up to an additional four million gallons pcr ycar of treated
leachate can be irrigated on closed cells 2 and 3A;
AND WHEREAS, the Department of Environmental Management applied for a
grant from the North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund on May 17,2004 to
purchase and install a center pivot irrigation system to be placed on cells 2 and 3A;
AND WHEREAS, thc North Carolina Clean Watcr Managcmcnt Trust Fund has
awarded New Hanover County Project Number 20048-S13 in an amount of $] 55,000 of
a $199,700 effort to continue the reduction of discharge of its treated leachate to the
Northeast Cape Fear River;
AND WHEREAS, the funds will be used to purchase and install a center point
irrigation system to be installed on closed landfill cells 2 and 3A;
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AND WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners approvcd an amount of$44,700
for matching funds to be taken from the Environmental Management Fund Balance at
their meeting on May 17, 2004;
NOW, THEREfORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners
of New llanover County that the grant for Project Number 2004B-513 from the Clean
Water Management Trust fund in an amount of $155,000 for an effort to continue the
reduction of discharge of its treated landfill leachate to the Northeast Cape Fear River be
accepted, that matching funds in an amount of $44,700 be approved, and that the County
is herehy authorized and directed to execute the contract, contract form to be approved by
thc County Attorney.
This the 20th day of February, 2006.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
[SEAL]
Rohert G. Grccr, Chairman
Board of County Commissioners
ATTEST:
Sheila L. Schult
Clerk to thc Board
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~ffice of
Robert G. Greer
Chairman ~oarb of ([ommi55iollcr5
William A. Caster ~eb.l ~anober llCountp
Vice-Chairman
Ted Davis, Jr. 320 llCbestnut ~trcet, 3Room 305
Commissioner Wilmington, ~ortb llCarolina 28401-4093 Wanda M. Copley
William A. Kopp, Jr. m:clcpbonc (910) 341-7149 County Allorney
Commissioner jfax (910) 341-4130 Bruce T. Shell
Nancy H. Pritchett w\\iw.nhcgov.com County Manager
Commissioner Sheila Schull
Clerk to the Board
February 20, 2006
Mrs. Francine Durso
Clean Water Management Trust Fund
1651 Mail Service Ccnter
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1651
Dear Mrs. Durso:
New Hanover County is excited to partner with the Clean Water Managemcnt Trust Fund once
again. The grant (CWMTF Project Number 2004B-513) \vill enable New Hanover County's
Department of Environmental Management (NHCDEM) to further reduce it's NPDES discharge
to the Northeast Cape Fear River. The reduction in discharge will help to fmther protect the
quality of surface waters in southeastern North Carolina. The funds granted will be used to
purchase and install an additional center pivot irrigation system to apply constructed wetlands
treated landfill leachate to closed landfill space.
The project will serve as a model for other municipalities through the sharing of technology and
our experience. New Hanover County's Board of County Commissioners support this project
and are committcd to see it to completion in accordance with the grant agreement.
Pleasc feel free to contact Samuel P.lIawes, IV (NHCDEM Environmental Specialist) at (910)
81S-3579 with any questions regarding the project. I look forward to working with you and the
trustees of the Clean Water Managcment Trust Fund.
Sincerely,
Robert G. Greer
Chairman, New Hanover County Board of Commissioners
cc: Bruce Shell, County Manager
Dave Weaver, Assistant County Manager
Raymond L Church. Jr., Director
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Budget Amendment
DEPARTMENT: Environmental Management
BUDGET AMENDMENT #: 06-0126
ADJUSTMENT DEBIT CREDIT
Environmental Management:
Appropriated Fund Balance $39,700
Clean Water Mgmt Trust Grant $155,000
Capital Outlay $194,700
EXPLANATION: To budget grant matching funds from the Environmental Management Fund Balance and accept
the grant amount of $155,000 from the Clean Water Management Trust Fund.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For purchase and installation of Center Pivot Irrigation System.
With the approval of this budget amendment, fund balance in the amount of $3,215,800 has been appropriated in
the Environmental Management Fund.
APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 3 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Legal Presenter:
Contact: Kemp P. Burpeau, Deputy County Attorney
SUBJECT:
915 S. 4TH Street - Sale of Surplus Property
BRIEF SUMMARY:
The City and County have received a request to purchase a surplus property located at 915 S. 4th Street in the City of
Wilmington for $11,000.00. The current tax value is $5,577.00. The City authorized this sale by Board action taken
February 7,2006.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Enact Resolution and authorize upset bid sale.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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RESOLUTION
OF THE
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, New Hanover County and the City of Wilmington are owners of the
property located at 915 S. 4th Street (Parcel No. R05413-005-001-000) having purchased
such property at the Execution Sale thereof held on August 3, 1989, with deed recorded in
Book 1465, Page 896, New Hanover County Registry; and
WHEREAS, said property has been determined not to be needed for a public
purpose; and
WHEREAS, under the provisions of North Carolina General Statute Section 160A-
269 the property may be sold by upset bid; and
WHEREAS, the City Clerk shall act as the County's agent in advertising and
disposing of the subject property pursuant to the above-referenced General Statutes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of New
Hanover County that the County is authorized to sell all its interest, right and title in the
property located at 915 S. 4th Street (Parcel No. R05413-005-001-000) pursuant to the
upset bid process. The Chairman is authorized to execute any conveyance documents as
approved by the County Attorney. New Hanover County expressly reserves the right to
reject any and all offers.
This the 20th day of February, 2006.
(SEAL) New Hanover County
Robert G. Greer, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sheila L. Schult
Clerk to the Board
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 4 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Legal Presenter:
Contact: Kemp P. Burpeau, Deputy County Attorney
SUBJECT:
Sale of Surplus Property
BRIEF SUMMARY:
The City and County have received a request to purchase a surplus property located at 604 North 6th Street in the City of
Wilmington for $2,135.00. This item was originally placed on the August 15, 2005 agenda but removed for further
appraisal. The offer amount is approximately equal to the property tax valuation, $2,357. While the offer appears to be less
than present market value, the upset bid process seeks to realize maximum value for the surplus tract. The City
Purchasing Director has asked that the proposed property disposition be acted upon at this time.
While the property may have a value as high as $7,000, a railroad right-of-way would impact the buildable status. The
Board also asked staff to determine whether the Transportation Authority or DOT Rails might desire the property. Staff has
now ascertained that the property is not needed for such purposes.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Enact Resolution and authorize upset bid sale.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: N/A HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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RESOLUTION
OF THE
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, New Hanover County and the City of Wilmington are owners of the
property located at 604 N. 6th Street (Parcel No. R04813-013-032.000) having purchased
such property at the Execution Sale thereof held on March 23, 1978, with deed recorded in
Book 1126, Page 929, New Hanover County Registry; and
WHEREAS, said property has been determined not to be needed for a public
purpose; and
WHEREAS, under the provisions of North Carolina General Statute Section 160A-
269 the property may be sold by upset bid; and
WHEREAS, the City Clerk shall act as the County's agent in advertising and
disposing of the subject property pursuant to the above-referenced General Statutes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of New
Hanover County that the County is authorized to sell all its interest, right and title in the
property located at 604 N. 6th Street (Parcel No. R04813-013-032.000) pursuant to the
upset bid process. The Chairman is authorized to execute any conveyance documents as
approved by the County Attorney. New Hanover County expressly reserves the right to
reject any and all offers.
This the 20th day of February, 2006.
(SEAL) New Hanover County
Robert G. Greer, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sheila L. Schult
Clerk to the Board
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 5 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Legal Presenter:
Contact: Kemp P. Burpeau, Deputy County Attorney
Bob Glasgow, Tax Administrator
SUBJECT:
Gordon Road - Proposal to Purchase Easement Over County Property
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Mike Nadeau desires to purchase a nonexclusive easement from the County over a 0.312 acre strip of land adjacent to his
property located at 142 Gordon Road. The offer price is $3,000. The County would retain ownership of the land over which
the easement lies for ingresslegress to the County parcel situated to the south. The Tax Administrator has evaluated the
offer and considers the proposed compensation reasonable. The sale would not be detrimental to use of the balance of the
County property located to the south.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Consider accepting the proposal and advertise for upset bids. The County expressly reserves the right to reject any and all
bids up to closing.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
Map and letter from Mr. Nadeau
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: N/A HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Concur with recommendation noted above.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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Michael G. Nadeau
PO Box 56
Hampstead, NC 28443
910-270-5100
February 1, 2006
Mr. Kemp Burpeau
Deputy County Attorney
New Hanover County
320 Chestnut St # 309
Wilmington, NC 28401-4095
Dear Kemp:
I write to follow up on your letter regarding the County-owned 37' wide
"road or right-of-way" adjacent to my property at 142 Gordon Road.
In order to avoid any future misunderstanding regarding the rights granted
under the original deed fifty years ago, I propose purchasing a formal non-
exclusive easement from the County for the sum of$3000.
We believe this purchase will most readily clarify this potential title issue.
Sincerely,
. Nadeau, CCIM
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 6 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Legal Presenter:
Contact: Kemp P. Burpeau, Deputy County Attorney and Neal Lewis, Parks Director
SUBJECT:
Lease of 15' x 15' Pad for Telecommunications
BRIEF SUMMARY:
County staff has been contacted by Airgate PCS and Egan Realty Service to rent a 15' x 15' pad at the County River Road
Park. A concrete pad would be poured by Airgate PCS for placement of a generator and other telecommunications
equipment. Airgate PCS, as the Lessee, is to pay for electricity. Airgate PCS agrees to fence the pad area and plant
shrubs or trees for screening. Antenna and associated cell phone equipment would be installed by Airgate on an adjacent
tower owned by Progress Energy. The rent for the initial year is one thousand ($1,000.00) per month, with a three percent
(3%) increase with each following year.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Authorize execution of the Site Ground Lease Agreement.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
Site Ground Lease Agreement
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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SITE GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT
This Lease Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into this _ day of , 200_,
between Airgate PCS, Inc., a Delaware Corporation ("Lessee"), and New Hanover County, a North Carolina
Municipality ("Lessor"). For good and valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby
acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:
1. Premises Subject to the following terms and conditions, Lessor leases to Lessee a portion of the real
property (the ;;~") described in the attached Exhibit A. Lessee's use of the Property shall be limited to
that portion of the Property, together with easements for access and utilities, described and depicted in
attached Exhibit B (collectively referred to hereinafter as the "Premises"). The Premises are located at 6000
River Rd. in the county of New Hanover, in the state of North Carolina, and comprises approximately One
Hundred Fifty (150) square feet.
2. Term The term of this Agreement shall be Five (5) years commencing not later than the _ day of
200_ (which the parties agree shall be the date six (6) months from full execution of this
Agreement) or the start of construction, whichever first occurs ("Commencement Date") and terminating on
the Fifth anniversary of the Commencement Date (the "Term") unless otherwise terminated as provided in
Paragraph 17. Lessee shall have the right to extend the Term for four (4) successive five (5) year periods (the
"Renewal Terms") on the same terms and conditions as set forth herein. This Agreement shall automatically
be extended for each successive Renewal Term unless Lessee notifies Lessor of its intention not to exercise its
option to renew at least ninety (90) days prior to the expiration of the then existing Term or Renewal Term.
3. Continl!:encies This Agreement is subject to the following contingencies:
(a) Lessee shall obtain all governmental licenses, permits and approvals required for its use of
the Premises.
(b) Lessee may perform some or all of the following activities ("Permitted Activities"): surveys, geo-
technical soil borings and analyses, Phase I environmental audits, boundary surveys, title searches, radio
propagation studies and such other tests and inspections of the Property which Lessee may deem necessary or
advisable, which studies SHALL NOT reveal obstructions, encroachments or defects which Lessee determines
would interfere with Lessee's intended use of the Property. Lessor consents to Lessee, its employees, agents
and independent contractors entering upon the Property and performing the Permitted Activities. Lessee
agrees to repair any damage to the Property that might have been caused in connection with any of the
Permitted Activities.
4. Rent Within 15 days of the Commencement Date and within five (5) days of each month thereafter,
Lessee shall pay to Lessor as rent One Thousand Dollars ($1000.00) per month ("Rent"). Rent for any
fractional month at the beginning or at the end of the Term or Renewal Term shall be prorated. Rental
payments for each year shall be increased at the commencement of such year by three percent (3%) over the
annual rental payment for the immediately preceding Year.
5. Use The Premises may be used by Lessee for any actlVlty in connection with the prOVISIon of
communications services. Lessor agrees to cooperate with Lessee, at Lessee's expense, in making application
for and obtaining all licenses, permits and any and all other necessary approvals that may be required for
Lessee's intended use of the Premises.
Site No.:CR04A W487, River Rd. I Lessor:
Rev.Date: 09/21/05 - AirgatePCS.doc Lessee:
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6. Facilities: Utilities: Access
(a) Lessee has the right to erect, maintain and operate on the Premises a telecommunications facility,
including without limitation, an antenna tower or pole and foundation, utility lines, transmission lines, air
conditioned equipment shelter(s), electronic equipment, radio transmitting and receiving antennas, supporting
equipment and structures thereto ("Lessee Facilities"). Lessee has the right to do all work necessary to
prepare, maintain and alter the Premises for Lessee's business operations. All of Lessee's construction and
installation work shall be performed at Lessee's sole cost and expense and in a good and workmanlike
manner. The final plans and precise location of the Premises and Lessee Facilities shall be subject to the
prior written approval of Lessor, which shall be given by initialing and returning to Lessee a copy of the final
plans within five (5) business days of submission of the plans to Lessor for its review. Upon Lessor's failure
to respond in writing to Lessee's proposed plans within five (5) business days, the plans will be deemed
approved. After approval, the plans shall be considered incorporated in this Agreement as Exhibit "B".
Notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary, Lessee shall have the right to approve the plans and
supervise the work of any future third party carrier ("Future Carrier") co-locating on the Premises.
(b) Title to the Lessee Facilities shall be held by Lessee. All of Lessee Facilities shall remain Lessee's
personal property and are not fixtures. Lessee has the right to remove all Lessee Facilities at its sole expense
on or before the expiration or earlier termination of the Agreement; provided Lessee repairs any damage to the
Premises caused by such removal. Lessor waives any lien rights it may have concerning the Lessee Facilities.
Lessor acknowledges that Lessee may now or in the future enter into financing arrangements with financing
entities for the financing of the Lessee Facilities (the "Collateral") with a third party fmancing entity. In
connection therewith, Lessor (i) consents to the installation of the Collateral; (ii) disclaims any interest in the
Collateral as fixtures or otherwise; and (iii) agrees that the Collateral shall be exempt from execution,
foreclosure, sale, levy, attachment, or distress for any Rent due or to become due and that such Collateral may
be removed at any time without recourse to legal proceedings ("Lessor Consents"). Upon termination of this
Agreement, Lessee shall not be required to remove any foundation more than three (3) feet below grade level.
(c) Lessee shall pay for the electricity it consumes in its operations. Lessee shall have the right to
submeter electricity and other utilities from the existing utilities on the Property. Lessor agrees to sign such
documents or easements as may be required by said utility companies to provide such service. Any easement
necessary for such power or other utilities will be at a location acceptable to Lessor and the servicing utility
company, and shall run with the Term and Renewal Terms of the Agreement.
(d) Lessee, Lessee's employees, agents, subcontractors, lenders and invitees shall have access to the
Premises without notice to Lessor twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week, at no charge. Lessor
grants to Lessee, and its agents, employees, contractors, guests and invitees, a non-exclusive right and
easement for pedestrian and vehicular ingress and egress across that portion of the Property described in
Exhibit B.
7. Interference Lessee shall not use the Premises in any way which interferes with the use of the Property
by Lessor, or tenants or licensees of Lessor, with rights to the Property prior in time to Lessee's (subject to
Lessee's rights under this Agreement, including non-interference). Similarly, Lessor shall not use, nor shall
Lessor permit its tenants, licensees, employees, invitees or agents to use any portion of Lessor's properties in
any way which interferes with the operations of Lessee. Such interference shall be deemed a material breach
by the interfering party, who shall, upon notice from the other, be responsible for terminating said
interference. In the event any such interference does not cease within twenty-four (24) hours of receipt of
notice, the parties acknowledge that continuing interference may cause irreparable injury and, therefore, the
injured party shall have the right, in additi6h tv aH] btl.~. . igl.b thai illIlay h<1'" at l<\w VI UI "'fait), to bring ~
actieR-to (iIjoin >uch illlt;rrerence-m to terminate this Agreement immediately upon notice.
8. Taxes Lessee shall pay any personal property taxes assessed on, or any portion of such taxes attributable
to, the Lessee Facilities. Lessor shall pay when due all real property taxes and all other fees and assessments
attributable to the Premises. Lessee shall pay, as additional Rent, any increase in real property taxes levied
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against the Premises which is directly attributable to Lessee's use of the Premises following proof of such
increase to Lessee.
9. Insurance Lessee will provide Commercial General Liability Insurance in an aggregate amount of
$1,000,000.00 and name Lessor as an additional insured on the policy or policies. Lessee may satisfy this
requirement by obtaining appropriate endorsement to any master policy of liability insurance Lessee may
maintain.
10. Hold Harmless Lessee agrees to defend, indemnify and hold Lessor harmless from claims arising from
the installation, use, maintenance, repair or removal of the Lessee Facilities, except for claims arising from the
negligence or intentional acts of Lessor, its employees, agents or independent contractors. ~essor agrees to
defend, indemnify and hold harmless Lessee from any and all claims arising from the use of the Property
excluding the Premises by Lessor, Lessor's agents, assigns and permittees or by third parties.
II. Condemnation.
(a) If the Premises shall be acquired by the right of condemnation or eminent domain for any public
or quasi-public use or purpose, or sold to a condemning authority under a threat of condemnation, then the
term of this Agreement shall cease and terminate as of the date of title vesting in such proceeding (or sale),
and all rentals shall be paid up to that date.
(b) In the event of any condemnation, taking, or sale, whether whole or partial, Lessor and Lessee
shall be entitled to receive and retain such separate award and portions of lump swn awards as may be
allocated to their respective interests in any condemnation proceedings, or as may be otherwise agreed.
Termination ofthis Agreement shall not affect the right of the parties to such awards.
12. Assil!nment and Sublettinl!
(a) Lessee may assign, all or any part of its interest in this Agreement or in the Premises without
the prior written consent of Lessor subject to the assignee assuming all of Lessee's obligations herein and
subject to any financing entity's interest, if any, in this Agreement as set forth in Paragraph 6 above. Lessor
may assign this Agreement upon written notice to Lessee, subject to the assignee assuming all of Lessor's
obligations herein, including but not limited to, those set forth in Paragraph 6 above. Lessee may, without
Lessor's consent, sublet or license all or any portion of the Premises to one or more entities.
(b) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, Lessee may assign,
mortgage, pledge, hypothecate or otherwise transfer without Lessor's consent Lessee's interest in this
Agreement to any financing entity, or agent on behalf of any fmancing entity (hereafter, collectively referred
to as "Mortgagees") to whom Lessee (i) has obligations for borrowed money or in respect of guaranties
thereof, (ii) has obligations evidenced by bonds, debentures, notes or similar instruments, or (iii) has
obligations under or with respect to letters of credit, bankers acceptances and similar facilities or in respect of
guaranties thereof. Lessee shall given written notice to Lessor of any such assignment, mortgage, pledge or
transfer of Lessee's interest in this Agreement.
(c) Lessor agrees to notify Lessee and Lessee's Mortgagees simultaneously of any default by Lessee
and to give Mortgagees the same right to cure any default as Lessee, except that a cure period for any
Mortgagee shall not be less than ten (10) days after the receipt of the default notice. If a termination,
disaffirmance or rejection of the Agreement by Lessee pursuant to any laws (including any bankruptcy or
insolvency laws) shall occur, or if Lessor shall terminate this Agreement for any reason, Lessor will give to
the Mortgagees the right to enter upon the Premises during a thirty (30) day period commencing upon the
" Mortgagees' receipt of such notice for the purpose ofremoving Lessee's Facilities. Lessor acknowledges that
any Mortgagees shall be third-party beneficiaries ofthis Agreement.
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13. Warranty of Title and Ouiet Enioyment Lessor warrants that: (i) Lessor owns the Property in fee
simple and has rights of access thereto and the Property is free and clear of all liens, encumbrances and
restrictions other than those ofrecord; (ii) Lessor has full right to make and perform this Agreement; and (iii)
Lessor covenants and agrees with Lessee that upon Lessee paying the Rent and observing and performing all
the terms, covenants and conditions on Lessee's part to be observed and performed, Lessee may peacefully
and quietly enjoy the Premises. Both parties agree that Lessor may subject its interest in the Premises to a
mortgage loan, provided that any such lender shall agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement, and such
lender shall not disturb Lessee's use or possession of the Premises in the event of a foreclosure of such lien
and shall not join Lessee as a party defendant in any such foreclosure proceedings, so long as Lessee is not in
default under the terms ofthis Agreement.
14. Reoairs Lessee shall not be required to make any repairs to the Premises or Property unless such repairs
shall be necessitated by reason of the default or neglect of Lessee. Except as set forth in Paragraph 6 above,
upon expiration or termination hereof, Lessee shall restore the Premises to the condition in which it existed
upon execution hereof, reasonable wear and tear and loss by casualty or other causes beyond Lessee's control
excepted.
15. Notices All notices, requests, demands, rent payments and other communications hereunder shall be in
writing and shall be deemed given if personally delivered or mailed, certified mail, return receipt requested, or
sent by overnight carrier to the following addressed:
Ifto Lessor, to: If to Lessee, to:
New Hanover County Parks Department Airgate PCS, Inc.
230 Market Place Drive. Suite 120 P.O. Box 64840
Wilmington, NC 28403 Lubbock. Texas 79464-4840
Attn: Neal Lewis. Director Attn: Kelly Alderman. Leasing Administrator
Tel: (910) 798-7198 Tel: (806)722-2822
with a copy to:
Steven A. Portnoy. Attorney at Law
15851 North Dallas Parkway - Suite 500
Addison. Texas 75001
Tel: (972) 308-8510
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16. Hazardous Materials Lessee represents, warrants and covenants to Lessor that Lessee shall at no
time during the Term and any Renewal Term of this Agreement use or permit the Premises to be used in
violation of any Environmental Regulations. Lessee shall not introduce any Hazardous Materials onto the
Premises, except for those contained in its back-up power batteries, propane and such other properly stored,
reasonable quantities of common materials used in its telecommunications operations. Lessor represents,
warrants and covenants that the Premises and Property have not been used for the generation, storage,
treatment or disposal of Hazardous Materials. In addition, Lessor represents, warrants and covenants that no
Hazardous Materials or underground storage tanks are located on or near the Premises or Property. During
the Term and any Renewal Term, Lessor shall handle, store and dispose of all Hazardous Materials it brings
onto the Premises in accordance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations, and shall impose on any
lessee, licensee or other party using any portion of the Property the same obligations. If Hazardous Materials
are deposited as a result of any act or omission of Lessor, Lessee shall have the right to terminate this
Agreement, and Lessor shall indemnify and hold Lessee harmless from any and all claims arising out of such
Hazardous Materials or under any Environmental Regulations, which indemnity shall survive the termination
of this Agreement. For the purposes of these provisions, "Hazardous Materials" means any chemical,
pollutant or waste that is presently identified as hazardous, toxic or dangerous under any applicable federal,
state or local law or regulations. As used herein, "Environmental Regulations" shall mean all laws, statutes,
regulations and judicial interpretations of the United States and the State where the Premises are located or
either of them which relate to the prevention or elimination of pollution or the protection of the environment.
17. Defaults and Remedies. This Agreement may be terminated on thirty (30) days prior written notice as
follows: (i) by either party upon a default of any covenant or term thereof by the other party, which default is
not cured within sixty (60) days of receipt of written notice of default, provided that the grace period for any
monetary default is ten (10) business days from receipt of written notice, and, provided further that any non-
monetary default which cannot be cured within such sixty (60) day period shall not be a default hereunder so
long as such defaulting party diligently proceeds to cure such default upon receipt of notice thereof; or (ii) by
Lessee for any reason or no reason, provided Lessee delivers written notice of early termination to Lessor no
later than thirty (30) days prior to the Commencement Date; or (iii) after the Commencement Date by Lessee
if Lessee determines that the Premises are not appropriate for its operations for economic or technological
reasons, including, without limitation, signal interference. In the case of any default under this provision by
either party, notice of such default shall be given to all subtenants (carriers) of the Lessee.
18. Miscellaneous
(a) This Agreement applies to and binds the heirs, successors, executors, personal representatives,
administrators and assigns of the parties to this Agreement.
(b) This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State in which the Premises are located.
(c) Lessor agrees promptly to execute and deliver to Lessee a recordable Memorandum of this
Agreement in the form of Exhibit C; Lessor acknowledges that any Mortgagees of Lessee, in order to protect
such Mortgagees' interests with respect to Lessee's interests in this Agreement and Lessee's Facility, may file
or record such documentation as is normal and customary in order to protect the interest of such Mortgagees.
(d) Lessor agrees to use its best efforts to obtain a Subordination, Non-disturbance and Attornment
Agreement in the form attached as Exhibit D hereto.
(e) This Agreement (including the Exhibits) constitutes the entire agreement between the parties
and supersedes all prior written and verbal agreements, representations, promises or understandings bet.....een
the parties. Any amendments to this Agreement must be in writing and executed by both parties.
(f) If any provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable with respect to any party, the
remainder of this Agreement or the application of such provision to persons other than those as to whom it is
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held invalid or unenforceable, will not be affected and each provision of this Agreement will be valid and
enforceable to the fullest extent pennitted by law.
(g) The prevailing party in any action or proceeding in court or mutually agreed upon arbitration
proceeding to enforce the tenns of this Agreement is entitled to receive its reasonable attorneys' fees and
other reasonable enforcement costs and expenses from the non-prevailing party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
LESSOR: LESSEE:
New Hanover County, A North Carolina Airgate PCS, Inc.
Municipality a Delaware corporation
By: By:
Name: l3I:u::E T. S"Eil Name:
Title: Cl:::U1tv ~ Title:
Date: Date:
Tax I.D.#:
Witness: Witness:
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
STATE OF )
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COUNTY OF )
On this day of , 200_, before me the undersigned Notary Public,
personally appeared , to me known to be the identical person who
executed in the name of the maker thereof to the within and foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me
that he/she executed the same as hislher free and voluntary act and deed, in the capacity and for the uses and
purposes set forth therein.
Given under my hand and seal the day and year first written above.
Notary Public in
And for the State of
Commission expires:
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STATE OF )
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COUNTY OF )
On this day of , 200-, before me the undersigned Notary Public,
personally appeared , to me known to be the identical person who
executed in the name of the maker thereof to the within and foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me
that he/she executed the same as his/her free and voluntary act and deed, in the capacity and for the uses and
purposes set forth therein.
Given under my hand and seal the day and year first written above.
Notary Public in
And for the State of
Commission expires:
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EXHIBIT A
DESCRIPTION OF LAND
to the Agreement dated _' 200_, by and between , as Lessor,
and Airgate PCS, Inc., a Delaware corporation as Lessee.
The Land is described and/or depicted as follows (metes and bounds description):
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EXHIBIT B
DESCRIPTION OF PREMISES
to the Agreement dated , 200_ , by and between , as Lessor,
and Airgate PCS, Inc., a Delaware Corporation as Lessee.
The Premises are described and/or depicted as follows:
Notes:
1. This Exhibit may be replaced by a land survey of the Premises once it is received by Lessee.
2. Setback of the Premises from the Land's boundaries shall be the distance required by the applicable
governmental authorities.
3. Width of access road shall be the width required by the applicable governmental authorities, including
police and fire departments.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 7 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Library Presenter:
Contact: David M. Paynter
SUBJECT:
Library Sciences and Technology Act Marketing Grant
BRIEF SUMMARY:
This grant, "The Business Connection @ New Hanover County Public Library" will be used to develop a web portal and
programs that will highlight library and community resources which promote small business development.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Approve grant application and if awarded, subsequent budget amendments. The entire grant application is available for
review in the County Manager's office.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation: Library Service & Technology Act funds and 10% match required from Library budget.
ATTACHMENTS:
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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State Library of North Carolina - Library Services and Technology Act
EZ MARKETING GRANT
2006-2007
Application
DUE DA TE: Original and required copies must be received by 5:00 p.m. February 22,
2006 in the Library Development Section Office, Room 210.
INSTITUTION I LIBRARY: New Hanover County Public Library
MAILING ADDRESS: 201 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, North Carolina 28401
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT (in which library is located): 7th
PROJECT MANAGER, NAME I TITLE: Phyllis Smith, Supervising Librarian
.
PHONE: 910.798.6327 FAX: 910.256.1238 E-MAIL: PSmith@nhcgov.com
PROJECT FUNDS (whole dollars only): Grant Amount Requested $ 16,200
(Grant request maximum $25,000; minimum $2,500) +
Matching Funds $ 2,000
(Match must equal at least 10% of grant amount requested)
Total Project Funds = $18,200
PROJECT TITLE: The Business Connection @ New Hanover County Public Library
ABSTRACT: Provide a brief abstract of your project in the space below. See instructions on
the following page.
Our primary goal is to provide an access point, web based and in print, that will become a
constant resource for those in the region that wish to locate sources of information to
successfully operate or develop a business in the community. The library staff has the
knowledge and expertise to draw together community resources such as the Small Business
Center at Cape Fear Community College, S.C.O.R.E and other identifiable groups for
networking and accessing support for entrepreneurs to develop their small business to provide
for the economic growth of the region.
CERTIFICATION AND SIGNATURES:
We are aware of, and agree to comply with, all state and federal provisions and assurances
required under this grant program. If awarded grant funds, we assure that we will carry out the
grant project according to the approved grant proposal. This application has been authorized by
the appropriate authorities of the applying institutionllibrary.
J:>A-n. D M 'P1't'ff\.)er
Pd,t,d oem' o~;mct'" Printed name & title of local government or
Da:;:~.. Institutional authorizing official
Signature, Library Irect r Signature, above official
Marketing Grant LST A 2006-2007 1 of 7
Application
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 8 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Museum Presenter: Ruth Haas
Contact: Ruth Haas
SUBJECT:
Grassroots Arts Grants
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Cape Fear Museum requests to apply as the Designated County Partner (DCP) for subgranting funds allocated to New
Hanover County for Grassroots Arts Grants.
Cape Fear Museum (CFM) will work as a partner with the Greater Wilmington Arts and Cultural Alliance (GWACA) to be
the DCP managing the Grassroots Arts Grants distributed by the North Carolina Arts Council to New Hanover County.
CFM will request the amount (proposed as $32,021) with approximately 80% to be further distributed as sub-grants to local
501 (c)3 arts organizations whose applications meet review standards by an objective and representative committee of
reviewers. Approximately 20% will be requested by CFM to offset costs of administration and support defined program
goals of GWACA. The North Carolina Arts Council has reviewed and endorsed the proposed budget. Ruth Haas, Museum
Director, will be the designated manager. She will work with Dottie Spruill to issue the checks and account for the dollars in
the final report.
The grant management activities will continue to be coordinated with the ongoing development of the Greater Wilmington
Arts Alliance (or its equivalent in the event of a name change) with the expectation that this foundling organization will
qualify within the coming year to achieve designation as the County Partner for the Grassroots Arts Program.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Recommend County Commissioners approve application for funds, acceptance if funded, and related budget amendment if
grant is approved.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation: There is an expectation that a graduate student will work as an intern with the Museum to help administer the
grant.
ATTACHMENTS:
~
6 0207 FY2007 Grant for NHC
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES:
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COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 9 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Register Of Deeds Presenter: Rebecca P. Smith, Registrar
Contact: Rebecca P. Smith
SUBJECT:
Approval to Destroy Old Jury Cards
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Request permission to destroy jury cards and disposition reports for 2002 and 2003.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: N/A HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 10 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Sheriff's Office Presenter: Sheriff Causey
Contact: Sheriff Causey
SUBJECT:
To Budget Additional Funds Received by the Sheriff's Office
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Attached Budget Amendments for the Sheriff's Office:
06-0122 - Controlled Substance Tax
06-0123 - Federal Forfeited Property
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
To approve the attached Budget Amendments.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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06-0123. doc 06-01 22. doc
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Budget Amendment
DEPARTMENT: Sheriff
BUDGET AMENDMENT #: 06-0122
ADJUSTMENT DEBIT CREDIT
Controlled Substance Tax:
Controlled Substance Tax $6,764
Capital Project Expense $6,764
EXPLANATION: To increase budget for additional revenue received on 01/04/06 and 01/23/06.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Controlled Substance Tax funds are budgeted as received and must be used for law
enforcement as the Sheriff deems necessary.
APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Budget Amendment
DEPARTMENT: Sheriff
BUDGET AMENDMENT #: 06-0123
ADJUSTMENT DEBIT CREDIT
Federal Forfeited Property:
Federal Forfeited Property $2,601
Capital Project Expense $2,601
EXPLANATION: To increase budget for additional revenue received on 12/20/05.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Federal Forfeited Property funds are budgeted as received and must be used for law
enforcement as the Sheriff deems necessary.
APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 11 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: TAX Presenter:
Contact: Patricia Raynor
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
New Hanover County and New Hanover County Fire District Collection Reports
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Collection reports as of January 31,2006.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Request approval of these reports.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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NHCColrptJAN06 1 paper attachment to follow
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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CONSENT AGENDA
DATE:
ITEM NO.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY TAX COLLECTIONS
COLLECTIONS THRU 1/31106
CURRENT TAX YEAR - 2005 AD VALOREM MOTOR VEHICLE
ORIGINAL TAX LEVY PER SCROLL $ 113,764,837.59 $ 6,980,741.67
DISCOVERIES ADDED 3,882,427.51 34,684.86
LESS ABATEMENTS 838,\ 06.06 88,776.67
TOTAL TAXES CHARGED $ 116,809,159.04 $ 6,926,649.86
ADVERTISING FEES CHARGED .00 .00
LISTING PENAL TIES CHARGED 140,326.39 .00
CLEANING LIENS CHARGED 6,000.00 .00
TOTAL LEVY $ ] 16,955,485.43 $ 6,926,649.86
COLLECTIONS TO DATE 111.884.859.86 - 5.275,766.15
OUTSTANDING BALANCE $ 5,070,625.57 $ 1,650,883.71
PERCENTAGE COLLECTED 95.66%* 76.17%*
BACK TAXES
REAL EST A TE AND PERSONAL PROPERTY $ 4,496,536.79
CIIARGESADDED 49,898.98
LESS ABATEMENTS 136,672.24
TOTAL TAXES DUE $ 4,409,763.53
COLLECTIONS TO DATE - I ,335,334.66
OUTSTANDING BALANCE $ 3,074,428.87
PERCENTAGE COLLECTED 30.28%
JAN 2006 FISCAL YTD
ROOM OCCUPANCY TAX COLLECTIONS $ 223,299.73 $ 4,746,054.79
RENTAL VEHICLE TAX COLLECTIONS 23,786.49 201,757.71
PRIVILEGE LICENSE COLLECTIONS 165.00 11,]41.75
TOTAL MONEY PROCESSED TIIRU COLLECTION OFFICE FOR NEW HANOVER COUNTY, CITY OF WILMINGTON,
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, CAROLINA BEACH AND KURE BEACH TO DATE - $ 174,567,738.14.
THIS REPORT IS FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1,2005.
RESPECTFULI,Y SUBMITTED,
PATRICIA J. RA YNOR
COLLECTOR OF REVENUE
* COMBINED COLLECTION PERCENTAGE - 94.57%
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CONSENT AGENDA
DATE:
ITEM NO.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT TAX COLLECTIONS
COLLECTIONS THRU 01/31/06
CURRENT TAX YEAR - 2005 AD VALOREM MOTOR VEHICLE
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ORIGINAL TAX LEVY PER SCROLL $ 3,675,899.09 $ 286,537.37
DISCOVERIES ADDED 192,548.55 2,010.29
LESS ABATEMENTS 60,173.93- 3,611.17-
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TOTAL TAXES CHARGED $ 3,808,273.71 $ 284,936.49
LISTING PENALTIES CHARGED 5,526.30 .00
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TOTAL LEVY $ 3,813,800.01 $ 284,936.49
COLLECTIONS TO DATE 3,653,776.36- 219,463.39-
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OUTSTANDING BALANCE $ 160,023.65 $ 65,473.10
PERCENTAGE COLLECTED 95.80%* 77.02%*
BACK TAXES
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REAL ESTATE AND PERSONAL PROPERTY $ 139,239.04
CHARGES ADDED 2,548.68
LESS ABATEMENTS 3,654.13-
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TOTAL TAXES DUE $ 138,133.59
COLLECTIONS TO DATE 49,103.14-
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OUTSTANDING BALANCE $ 89,030.45
PERCENTAGE COLLECTED 35.55%
THIS REPORT IS FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2005.
:}1PECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
Qn1li~ ~ ~~n..
PATRICIA J. YNOR
COLLECTOR OF REVENUE
* COMBINED COLLECTION PERCENTAGE - 94.50%
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 12 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: TAX Presenter:
Contact: Robert Glasgow
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Release of Value
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Request the following taxpayers be granted the Senior Citizen/Disability Exclusion: (applications and letters explaining late
filing available upon request)
Clemmons, Jean $ 6,970
Cofflin, William T. & Nanciann 24,617
Goldston, Teresa G. 52,932
Rich, Margaret H. 41 ,058
Shulman, Neal B. 23,081
Stiles, Bertha K. 17,960
White, James A. Marcelyne J. 40,720
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Request approval of these releases.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 13 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: TAX Presenter:
Contact: Patricia Raynor
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Release of Taxes Barred by G.S. 105-378
BRIEF SUMMARY:
G. S. 105-378 does not allow force collection of any taxes after ten years. Therefore, the Collector of Revenue requests
release of charges for 1995.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Release charges for 1995.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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reltenyr.
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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TO: Bruce Shell
County Manager
FROM: Patricia J. Raynor
Collector of Revenue
SUBJECT: Release of taxes barred by G.S. 105-378
DATE: February 8, 2006
As the above referenced statute does not allow force collection of any taxes after ten
years from the date due, request the following 1995 charges be released:
New Hanover County $ 75,728.80
Fire District 1,386.28
City of Wilmington 29,482.55
City of Wilmington License Tax 5,808.18
Wrightsville Beach 887.27
Carolina Beach 4,234.91
Kure Beach 182.21
Total $117,710.20
These uncollected amounts are .16% of the combined tax levies for the County and the
municipalities charged in 1995 in the amount of $74,718,909.21. A total of 273
accounts amount to $100.00 or more.
I request this item be placed on the consent agenda for the County Commissioners'
meeting of February 20, 2006, as the Commissioners have approved these releases in
the past.
PJRsw
Copy: B. Glasgow
A. Pinder
B. McAbee
B. Simpson
F.Jones
N. Troutman
B. Nicholl, Interim Town Manager
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 14 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: TAX Presenter:
Contact: Patricia Raynor
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Advertisement of Tax Liens on Real Property
BRIEF SUMMARY:
According to N. C. General Statute 105-369, the Board is required to advertise notice of tax liens. Delinquent tax bills for
2005 not paid by March 28, 2006 will be advertised in the Star News.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Approve advertisement of tax liens to be published in the Wilmington Morning Star on April 5, 2006 for all delinquent 2005
real estate accounts not paid by 5:00 pm on March 28, 2006.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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lienad.w
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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TO: Bruce Shell
County Manager
FROM: Patricia J. Raynor
Collector of Revenue
SUBJECT: Advertisement of Tax Liens on Real Property
DATE: February 8, 2006
In accordance with G.S. 105-369, this is to advise the Board of the unpaid real estate
taxes for 2005. The outstanding amounts, as of January 31, 2006, are:
Governing Jurisdiction Delinquent Taxes
New Hanover County $ 4,320,809.91
New Hanover Co. Fire District 136,542.38
City of Wilmington 1,504,081.04
Town of Wrightsville Beach 41,936.22
Town of Carolina Beach 146,410.95
T own of Kure Beach 42.984.57
Total - All Jurisdictions $ 6,192,765.07
It is necessary that the Board order the advertisement of tax liens. I recommend that
the advertisement be published on April 5, 2006, in the Wilmington Morning Star. All
2005 real estate accounts not paid by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 28, will be
advertised.
I request this item be placed on the agenda for the County Commissioners' meeting of
February 20, 2006.
PJR:sws
Copy: B. Glasgow
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Consent Item #: 15 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: TAX Presenter:
Contact: Robert Glasgow
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Convene as Board of Equalization and Review
BRIEF SUMMARY:
The Board of County Commissioners may resolve to create a special Board of Equalization and Review to carry out the
duties outlined in NCGS 105-322 pertinent to appeals of value. Among other statutory requirements, they may authorize
appellants to appeal from the special board to the Board of County Commissioners. Otherwise, the Commissioners sit as
the Board of E&R no earlier than the first Monday in April and no later than the first Monday in May. The Board of E&R
must convene to hear taxpayers who appeal the value of their property or appeal with respect to the listing and appraisal of
property of others. The Board of County Commissioners usually convene as the Board of E&R.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Recommend the Board of Commissioners sit as the Board of Equalization and Review in order to schedule the first meeting
on April 18,2006, at the 9:00 am meeting in the New Hanover County Courthouse, 24 N. Third Street, Room 301.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Budget Amendment
Consent Item #: 16.1 Estimated Time: Page Number:
DEPARTMENT: Social Services
BUDGET AMENDMENT #: 06-0114
ADJUSTMENT DEBIT CREDIT
Energy Assistance:
State Grant $27,575
Assistance Payments $27,575
EXPLANATION: To budget additional grant funds received for Energy Assistance Payments.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Budget Amendment
Consent Item #: 16.2 Estimated Time: Page Number:
DEPARTMENT: Information Technology/Library
BUDGET AMENDMENT #: 06-0115
ADJUSTMENT DEBIT CREDIT
Information Technology:
Supplies $12,500
Library:
Supplies $12,500
EXPLANATION: To transfer funds from Information Technology to Library to budget Library Services Technology
Act (LSTA) grant match. Funds are for grant match for computers.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by Board Of Commissioners
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0.
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REGULAR AGENDA
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ESTIMATED ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page
TIMES No.
9:15 a.m. 1. Presentation of New Hanover County Retirement Plaques 65
9:25 a.m. 2. Presentation of New Hanover County Service Awards 67
9:35 a.m. 3. Recognition of New Employees 69
9:40 a.m. 4. Recognition of Donald Blake's Award as North Carolina's Health Member of 71
the Year Award by the Association of North Carolina Boards of Health
9:50 a.m. 5. Introduction of Bond Order - 2006 General Obligation Issue 73
10:05 a.m. 6. Recognition of Awards Presented to the New Hanover Soil & Water 81
Conservation District
10:10 a.m. 7. Presentation of New Hanover Country's Recertification as a "Storm Ready" 83
Community
10:15 a.m. 8. Consideration of Approval of Board of Education Actions Related to 85
Chesterbrook Property Purchase and Anderson Elementary School Funding
10:30 a.m. 9. Presentation by the Department of Social Services on Leading by Results 95
10:50 a.m. 10. Consideration of a Resolution Supporting Road Improvements from 97
Murrayville Road to Market Street
11:00 a.m. Break
11:10 a.m. 11. Consideration of CAMA Access Application for Fort Fisher Boat Basin 99
11 :25 a.m. 12. New Hanover County Government Center Update and Approval of Associated 105
Budget Amendment 2006-21
11 :40 a.m. 13. Committee Appointment 109
11 :45 a.m. 14. Meeting of the Water and Sewer District 129
12:10 p.m. 15. Non-Agenda Items (limit three minutes)
12:15 p.m. 16. Additional Items
County Manager
Commissioners
Clerk to the Board
County Attorney
12:30 p.m. ADJOURN
Note: Times listed for each item are estimated, and if a preceding item takes less
time, the Board will move forward until the agenda is completed.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 1 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Human Resources Presenter: Bruce Shell
Contact: Libby Moore
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Presentation of New Hanover County Retirement Plaques
BRIEF SUMMARY:
The following employees are eligible to receive New Hanover County Retirement Plaques:
Grady A. Hobbs, Inspections (Code Enforcement Official) - 17 years of service
Kay M. Shackelford, Social Services Dept. (Economic Services Caseworker) - 13 years of service
Michael E. Gray, Sr., Sheriff's Office (Lieutenant) - 21 years of service
Wayne D. Bailey, Sheriff's Office (Sergeant) - 19 years of service
Elizabeth J. Hewett, Tax Dept. (Fiscal Support Supervisor) - 22 years of service
Karen J. Ramsey, Social Services Dept. (Economic Services Caseworker) - 15 years of service
James B. Byrd, Engineering (Tades Specialist) - 16 years of service
Betty M. Robinson, Social Services Dept. (Economic Services Caseworker) - 15 years of service
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: New Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Present awards.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Presented retirement plaques.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 2 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Human Resources Presenter: Bruce Shell
Contact: Rosetta S. Bryant
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Presentation of New Hanover County Service Awards
BRIEF SUMMARY:
The following employees are eligible for New Hanover County Service Recognition:
FIVE (5) YEAR: William H. Lindemer - Property Mgmt.; Edward E. Stephens - Sheriff's Office; William S. Bright - Sheriff's
Office; Susan R. Jackson - Health Dept.; Felicia M. Jones - Health Dept.; Arielle U. Nixon - Health Dept.; Panza A. McNeill -
Health Dept.; Linda Wright - Health Dept.; Karen B. Halso - Social Services; Monica C. Jacobs - Social Services; Angela O.
King - Social Services; Debra J. Reuben - Social Services; Helen Green - Library; Catherine W. Wahnefried - Library
TEN (10) YEAR: Thomas S. Nolan - Tax Dept.; Janet K. Grady - Sheriff's Office; Wanda M. Alverson - Inspections; Ronald
T. Long - W&S/Engineering; Gregory L. Kennedy - Aging (Senior Center)
FIFTEEN (15) YEAR: Dirk S. Weingand - WASTEC; Christine B. McNamee - Social Services; Caroline B. Eisenstein-
Library
TWENTY (20) YEAR: Howard M. Williams - Property Mgmt.; Martin J. Adams - Sheriff's Office; and Ruth C. Roethlinger-
Health Dept.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Present awards.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Presented service awards.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 3 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Human Resources Presenter: Bruce Shell
Contact: Marlene Carney
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Recognition of New Employees
BRIEF SUMMARY:
A list of new employees will be made available at the meeting.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recognize new employees.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Recognized new employees.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 4 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Governing Body Presenter: Commissioner Nancy Pritchett
Contact: Dave Rice
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Recognition of Donald Blake's Award as North Carolina's Board of Health Member of the Year Award by the
Association of North Carolina Boards of Health
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Donald Blake, Chairman of the New Hanover County Board of Health, was recently named North Carolina's Board of Health
Member of the Year by the Association of North Carolina Boards of Health. Mr. Blake has served as a member of the
Board of Health for 13 years and Chairman for three years. He has diligently served to protect the health of citizens of New
Hanover County.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Recognize Donald Blake.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recognize Mr. Blake.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Recognized Mr. Blake.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 5 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Legal Presenter: Wanda M. Copley, County Attorney and Avril Pinder, Finance Director
Contact: Wanda M. Copley, County Attorney and Avril Pinder, Finance Director
SUBJECT:
2006 General Obligation Issue - Introduction of Bond Order
BRIEF SUMMARY:
On 2/6/06 the Board of County Commissioners approved a Resolution to proceed with a $35.5 million Bond Issue to pay
capital costs of providing parks and recreation facilities, including the acquisition and development of land, the construction
and development of athletic fields, parks, playgrounds, swimming pools and recreation centers, and the provision of related
library, museum and beach improvements and including the acquisition and installation of machinery and equipment. The
next step is to introduce the $35.5 million Bond Order. The Board is also asking via Resolution to approve the public
hearing on March 13, 2006 and to provide authority for the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners and the Finance
Director to take the necessary steps in the filing of debt statements and advertisement of the public hearings. The Board
will also be asked via Resolution to approve the upcoming May 2, 2006 ballot.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Introduce the Bond Order for $35.5 million in General Obligation Bonds.
Approve the Resolution in connection with the Bond Orders calling for public hearings, advertising of same and
directing the Finance Director to file a statement of debt with the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners; and
Approve the Resolution providing submission of the ballot to voters, including absentee voters.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Support recommendation of Finance Director.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Introduction of the Bond Order for $35.5 million in General Obligation Bonds was approved 5-0.
The Resolution related to the Bond Orders calling for public hearings, advertising of same and directing the Finance
Director to file a statement of debt with the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners was approved 5-0.
The Resolution providing submission of the ballot to voters, including absentee voters was approved 5-0.
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BOND ORDER AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF
$35,500,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
OF THE COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER
WHEREAS, the Board ofCommissioncrs of the County of New Hanover deems
it advisable to make the improvements hereinafter described; and
WHEREAS, the Board has caused to be filed with the Secretary ofthe Local
Government Commission of North Carolina an application for Commission approval of
the bonds hereinafter described as required by The Local Government Finance Act, and
the Secretary of the Local Government Commission has notified the Board that the
application has been filed and accepted for submission to the Local Government
Commission; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT ORDERED by the Board of Commissioners of the County of New
Hanover, as follows:
Section 1. The Board of Commissioncrs of the County of New Hanover has
ascertained and hereby determines that it is necessary to provide parks and recreation
facilities, including the acquisition and development of land, the construction and
development of athletic fields, parks, playgrounds, swimming pools and recreation
centers, and thc provision of related library, museum and beach improvements and
including the acquisition and installation of machinery and equipment therefor, and to
pay capital costs of such improvements.
Section 2. In order to raise the money rcquired to pay capital costs of
providing the improvcments as set forth above, in addition to any funds that may be made
available for such purpose from any other sources, bonds of the County of New Hanover
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are hereby authorized and shall be issued pursuant to The Local Governnlent Finance Act
of North Carolina. The maximum aggregate principal amount of said bonds authorized by
this bond order shall be $35,500,000.
Section 3. A tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on said bonds
when due shall be annually levied and collected.
Section 4. A sworn statement of the County's debt has been filcd with the
Clerk to the Board of Commissioners and is open to public inspection.
Section 5. This bond order shall take cffect when approved by the voters of
the County at a referendum.
This the _ day of ,2006.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
(SEAL)
Robert G. Greer, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board
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A RESOLUTION
OF THE
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, the bond order entitled, "BOND ORDER AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF $35,500,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE COUNTY
OF NEW HANOVER" has been introduced at thc meeting of the Board of
Commissioners held on February 20, 2006 and the Board desires to provide for the
holding of a public hearing thereon and the submission of a statement of debt in
connection therewith as required by The Local Government Bond Act; NOW,
THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the County of New
Hanover, as follows:
(1) The public hearing upon said bond order shall be held on thc 13th day of
March, 2006, at 2:00 o'clock, P.M., Room 301 of the New Hanover County Historic
Courthouse, 24 North Third Street, in Wilmington, North Carolina.
(2) The Clerk to the Board of Commissioners is hereby dirccted to cause a
copy of the bond order to bc published with a notice of such hearing in the form
prescribed by law in a qualified newspaper no fewer than six days prior to such public
hearing.
(3) The County's Finance Officer is hereby directed to file with the Clerk to
the Board of Commissioners, prior to publication of the bond order with the notice of
such public hearing, a statement setting forth the debt incurrcd or to be incurred, the
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assessed value ofpropelty subject to taxation by the County and the net debt of the
County.
This the 20th day of February, 2006.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
(SEAL)
Robert G. Greer, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board
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A RESOLUTION
OF THE
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the County of New Hanover has
introduced a bond order authorizing the issuance of $35,500,000 General Obligation
Bonds and such bond order, when adopted, and the indebtedness to be incurred by thc
issuance of such bonds and the tax to be levied for the paymcnt of such bonds will be
submitted to the voters of the County at the election to be held on May 2, 2006 for thcir
approval or disapproval in order to comply with thc Constitution and laws of North
Carolina; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to provide for absentee voting at
such election and to provide that notice of the availability of absentee ballots be given
timely to voters in the County; NOW THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the County of New
Hanover, as follows:
(1) The questions whether the qualificd voters of the County of New Hanover
shall approve or disapprove (a) the indebtedness to be incurred by the issuance of the
bonds of the County authorized by said bond order, which indebtedness shall be secured
by a pledge of the County's faith and credit, (b) thc levy of a tax for the payment thereof,
and (c) said bond order, when adopted, shall be submitted to the qualificd voters of said
County at an election to be held in said County on May 2, 2006.
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(2) The Clerk of the Board of Commissioners is hereby authorized and
directed to publish on or about March 14, 2006 a notice that absentee ballots will be
available for use at said election.
(3) The New Hanover County Board of Elections is hereby requested to print
and distribute the necessary absentee ballots.
This the 20TH day of February, 2006.
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
(SEAL)
Robert G. Greer, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sheila L. Schult, Clerk to the Board
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 6 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: County Manager Presenter: Dave Weaver
Contact: Dave Weaver
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Recognition of Awards Presented to the New Hanover Soil & Water Conservation District
BRIEF SUMMARY:
The New Hanover Soil & Water Conservation District would like to announce their recent recognition from the North
Carolina Association of Soil & Water Districts as the Community Conservation District of the Year and the Education District
of the Year. The awards were presented this year at the state association's meeting in Raleigh, on January 8th_11th. The
New Hanover District was chosen out of 96 Districts in the State of North Carolina.
The Community Conservation Award recognized the District for their local and statewide efforts in promoting cost share
programs on non-agricultural lands. The New Hanover District was the first District in the state to receive Federal Farm Bill
money for cost share on residential backyards.
The Education District of the Year Award recognized the District for its growing education and outreach programs. The
District education is a variety of groups ranging from the Boy Scouts to Home Owners Associations. The District has also
educated over 1,000 students in the past year on water quality and soil conservation issues and provided numerous teacher
workshops.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Recognize awards. Shelly Miller, Executive Director, and a representative member of the District will be in attendance.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recognize awards.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Recognized awards.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 7 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Emergency Management Presenter: Steve Pfaff, Meteorologist, National Weather Service Forecast
Office
Contact: Warren Lee
SUBJECT:
Presentation of New Hanover County's Recertification as a "Storm Ready" Community
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Approximately 90% of all Presidentially declared disasters are weather related, leading to around 500 deaths per year and
nearly $14 billion in damage. Storm Ready, a program started in 1999 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, helps arm America's
communities with the communication and safety skills needed to save lives and property before and during the event.
Storm Ready helps community leaders and emergency managers strengthen local safety programs.
Storm Ready communities are better prepared to save lives from the onslaught of severe weather through better planning,
education, and awareness. No community is storm proof, but Storm Ready can help communities save lives.
New Hanover County was first designated as a Storm Ready community in 2002. The National Weather Service Office in
Wilmington would like to present to the New Hanover County Department of Emergency Management the County's
recertification as a Storm Ready community. Mr. Steve Pfaff, Staff Meteorologist with the Wilmington Office of the National
Weather Service will make the presentation.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Request the Chairman recognize the representatives of the New Hanover County Department of Emergency Management
for the award presentation.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
N/A
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: N/A HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recognize award.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Recognized award.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 8 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: County Manager Presenter: Bruce Shell
Contact: Dave Weaver
SUBJECT:
Approval of Board of Education Actions Related to Chesterbrook Property Purchase and Anderson Elementary
School Funding
BRIEF SUMMARY:
The Board of Education is requesting County Commissioner approval of the purchase of the Chesterbrook property, related
Board of Education budget amendment, and applying for funds from Public School Capital Building Fund for Anderson
Elementary and Chesterbrook.
Specifically the Board of Education is requesting approval of:
1) Board of Education Budget Amendment #3 appropriating $2,572,500 to establish a budget for the Chesterbrook
Property Purchase. The source of funding is from completed projects-$172,424, projects deferred to 06/07 funding-
$814,076, Local Current Expense Fund- $386,000 and Public School Building Capital Fund $1,200,000.
2) Approval of applying for State Public School Building Capital Funds $1,224,166 for the Anderson Elementary School and
$1,200,000 for the Chesterbrook Property Purchase.
3) Approval of Contract to Purchase the Chesterbrook Property Purchase.
NOTE: The County is not looked to for additional funding but to approve funding as indicated above.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Recommend approval of Board of Education Budget Amendment #3 to establish budget for Chesterbrook Property
Purchase.
Recommend approval of Public School Building Capital Fund Applications for Anderson Elementary $1 ,224,166 and
Chesterbrook Project $1,200,000.
Recommend approval of Contract to purchase Chesterbrook property.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
REVIEWED BY:
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LEGAL: FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved the requests (1-3) by the Board of Education as listed above by a vote of 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY
BOARD OF eDUCATION
Finance
February 6, 2006
Subject:
2Q0512006 Budget Amendments
Staff Member(s) Present:
Finance Officer
Fiscal Implications:
$ 655,827.43 Slate Budget Amendment # 5
$ 390,050.84 Local Budget Amendment # 8
$ 2,572.500.00 Capital Outlay Amendment # 3
Recommendation:
Approval- February 6, 2006
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New Hanover County Administrative Unit
Capital Outlay Fund
The New Hanover County Board of Education at a meeting on the February 6, 2006, passed lhe
following resolution.
Be it resolved that the following amendments be made to the Budget Resolution for the fiscal year
ending June 30, 2006.
Amount
Code Number Description of Code Increase (Decrease)
Various See Attached $ 2,572,500.00
Revenue:
Various See Attached $ 2,572,500.00
Explanation: Carryover of Project Budgets
T otaJ Appropriation in Current Budget $ 145.213.906.47
Amount of Increase/(Decrease) of above Amendment 2,572.500.00
Total Appropriation in Current Amended Budget .$ 147.786.406.47
~sed by majority vote of the Board of Education of New Hanover COlJnty on !he "" ;t, day of
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Secretary, Soard of Education
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To set up budget for Che$tertJrook Property Purchase:
4.9'47.401.521.000.945.06 Building Purcl'1ase 2,200.000.00
4.9147.401.524.000.945.06 Electrical Upgrades 65,000.00
4.9147.401.529.000.945.06 Miscellaneous Projects 59,000.00
4.9247.401.541.000.945.06 Furniture and Equipment 106,500.00
4.9247.401.542.000.945.06 Computer Equipment 117,000.00
4.9547.40 1.5B 1.000.945.08 Library Books 25.000.00
2,572,500.00
fivenue:
Tfal'l$f$r from 05-06 Renovation and Furniture projects to be rolled
forward and funded with the 06-07 Capital Request:
4.9106.401.529.000.945.06 Contingency Code (22,260.00)
4.9150.401.529.000.945.06 Minor Repairs and Renovations (77,000.00)
4.9160.401.529.000.945.06 Asbestos Abatement (45.430.00)
4.9164.401.522.342.945.06 New Building for Classes (125.000.00)
49187.401.529.000.945.06 Mobile Classrooms (375.000.00)
4.9201.401.412.000,933.06 Furniture and Equipment (169.386.001
(614.076,00)
Transfer of bUdget savings from prior year camp/etea TeChnology Projects:
4.9202.401.311.000.911.00 Various Projects from 2002-03 Contracted Services (13.972.84)
4.9202-401.411.000.911.00 Various Projects from 2002-03 Instructional Supplies (346.05)
4.9202.401.412.000.911.00 Various ProjeCbi from 2002-03. Admin Supplies (1.714.17)
4.9202.401.462.000.911.00 Various Projects from 2002-03 Computer EQuipment < $5000 (36.785.45)
4.9202.401.541.000.911.00 Various Proj~t$ from 2002-03 Computer Equipment> $5000 (5.119.05)
4.9210.401.462.000.911.00 Ser\'er Replacement 03-04 Computer Equipment < $5000 (1,424.47)
4.9212.401.462.000.911.00 Power Supply Replacements 03-04 Computer Equipment < $5000 (1.238.40)
4.9213.401.462.000.911.00 Computer lab Replacement 03-04 Computer Equipment < $5000 (1,313.04)
4.9214.401.462.000.9' 1.00 Mac Servier Replacement 03-04 Computer Equipment <. $5000 (3,400.00)
4.9216-401.542.000.911.00 WAN/LAN Routers 03-04 Computer Equipment> $5000 (47,939.23)
4.9217.401,418.000.911.00 Upgrade Office Computers 03-04 Computer Software (1.578.66)
4.9217.401.462.000.911.00 Upgrade Office Computers 03-04 Computer Equipment < $5000 (1,000.17)
4.9218.401.462.000.911.00 Upgrade Library Computers 03-04 Computer Equipment < $5000 (1,870.38)
4.9219.401.462.000.911.00 SIMS Lazer Printers 03-04 Computer EquJpment < $5000 (2,505.16)
4.9221.401.462.000.911.00 Computer Lab Printers 03-04 Computer Equipment < $5000 (642.00)
4.9222.401.542.000.911.00 SIMS Operator Computers 03-04 Computer Equipment> $5000 (6,733.76)
4.9224.401.542.000.911.00 E91, - Public Safety 03-04 Computer Equipment> $5000 (36,138.00)
4.9225.401.462.000.911.00 Digital Camcorders 03-04 Computer Equipment < 55000 (2,250.85)
4.9226.401.416.000.911.00 Memory Chips for Desktops 03-04 Computer Software (667.09)
4.9226401.462.000.911.00 Memory Chips for Desktops 03-04 Computer Equipment < $5000 ( 1,853.02)
4.9227401.462.000.911.00 Apple Power Books 03-04 Computer Equipment < $5000 (2.169.31 )
4.9228.401.462.000.911.00 EC Palm Pilots 03-04 Computer EQuipment <: $5000 (1.762.90)
(172.424.00)
Subtotal Capital Outlay Transfers (986,500.00 )
4.4922.000.000 Transfer from Local Current B<pense (SSS,OOO.OO)
4.3440.000.000 Public School Building Csptial Fund (1,200,000.00)
Tota'Reve"ue (2.072.500.00)
Capital Outlay 1
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Finance
February 6, 2006
Subject:
Public School Building Capital Fund Applications:
Anderson Elementary School
Chesterbrook Purchase
Stiff Member(s) Present:
Finance Officer
Fiscal Implications:
$ 1,224,186.00 Anderson Elementary
$ 1,200,000.00 Chesterbrook Purchase
Recommendation:
Approval- February 6, 2006
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APPLICATION Approved:
PUBLIC SCHOOL. BUILDING CAPITAL FUND Date:
County: N:!.r H:n:M!c Co.nty Contact Person: RHi.e Ia::Iex:sa1
Address: 6410 Carolim Beecli Fad Title: Di.rEc~ility P.lamiIR
SChool Admin. Unit: ~ Phone: (910)
Project TItle: 45S Hll~ M;m. ~ ~tal, N::
Location:
Type of Facility: El.ara1tary Xh:x>l
G.S. 115C-S46-2(b) .Counties shall use monies in the Fund for capital outlay projects including the
planning, construction. reconstruction, enlargement. improvement, repair, or renovation of public school
buildings and for the purchase of land for public school buildings; for equipment to implement a local
school technology plan that is approved pursuant to G.S. 115C-102.6C; or for both. Monies used to
implement a local school technology pran shall be transferred to the State School Technology Fund and
allocated by that Fund to the local school administrative unit for equipment. As used in thJs section.
'DubUc schaal buildings' only includes facilities for individual schools that are used for instructional and
related DUroOses and does not include centralized adminlstrallon maintenance. or other facilities..
Short Description of con6~i~f:Y Sdml
Estimated Costs: Stale Local Total
Purchase ofland . $_lt'A $ S 0,00
Planning $ 1,22A,lEb $ S. 0,00
Construction $ $ 8,~,UJ!:I SID.I07.~ 0.00
Renovation $ $ $ 0.00
Enlargement $ $ S 0,00
Repair S $ $ 0.00
School Technology $ $ N/A S 0.00
Debt Service/Bond Payment $ $ S 0.00
Total $ 0.00 $ 0.00 S 0.00
Bid Dat.,sNendors: 3/3,1:>5
Contracts signedlDatelt: 3{lf[fj
Estimated date of beginning of construction; J/4J/lb
Estimated date of completion: 5/31/tb
Match' The matching funds of one dollar of local funds for every three dollars of state funds are from
(sou~: ~ Rrd Balar.e.!l'd I.a:al. CBpital D.rtlav
$ ~CHJ of the matching funds have bee" expended for/date/description:
cxnst:J:\.ctial
Reportim:1 requirements: We, the undersigned, agree to submit a statement of state/local amounts
expended for this project within 60 days of completion of the project.
The County CommIssioners and the Board of Education do hereby jointly request approval oftho above
project Bnel request release of $ 1,22A,166 from the. Pl,Jblic School Building Capital
Fund, We certify thai the project herein described is within the parameters of 115C -546-2(b) and that
all of the match is available and designa ted as match of this project.
(Sigl'l.ture . Chair. County Commissioners) (Date)
(Signalure - Chair, Board of Education) (Date)
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APPLICATION Approved;
PUBLIC SCHOOL BUILDING CAPITAL FUND Date:
County: New Hanover Contact Person: Eddii Andlirson
Address: 6410 Carolina Beach Road Title: Director, Facility Planning & Construction
School Admin. Unit: 650 Phone: ( 91 Q) 2M-4282
Project Title: Purchase & Renovation of Chesterbrook Academy
Location: 4804 South Colle~e Road Wilmin!~ton. NC
Type of FaCility: Pre-K thrOur.:lh 5 School
G.S. 11SG-546.2(b) .Counties shall use monies in the Fund for capital outlay projects including the
planning, construction, reconstruction, enlargement, improvement, repair, or renovation of public school
buildings and for the purchase of laM for public school buildings; for equipment to Implement a local
school technology plan that Is approved pursuant to G.S. 115C-102.6C; or for both. Monies used to
implement a local school technology plan shall be transferred to the State School Technology Fund and
allocated by that Fund to the local5chool administrative unit for equipment. As used In this section.
'g",~Ii~ sphool blJildinas' onlv includes facilities for ind~~l,Ial schools that are used for instruclional end
related DUrpOS!!!S and does not include centralized administration. maintenance. or other facilities."
Short Descriptio" of Const~dion Project:
PLlrchllse of an existing Ilrivate school (Chesterbrook Academy} no lonaer In \lS6. and renovation of buildina to
Me.t NHCS/NDCPI st!lndards for a Pre-K thrcuah 5 school facility.
Estimated Costs; State Local Total
Purchase of Land $ 1,200.000.00 $ 1.000.000.00 $ 2,200,000.00
Planning $ $ $ 0.00
Construction $ $ S 0.00
Renovation $ $ 372,500.00 S 372,500.00
Enlargement $ $ $ 0.00
Repair $ S S 0.00
School Technology $ S N/A $ Q.OO
Debt ServicelBond Payment $ S S Q.DQ
Total $ 1.200.000.00 $ 1,372,SOO.oa S 2.572,SOO.QQ
Bid DatesNendors: Purchase Contract 1/13/05, RenoviltlDI'l Bid dates TeD
Contracts signed/Dates: Purchase Contract 1/13/05, Renovation Contractl, TBD
Estimated date of beginnifl9 of construction; Mev 2006
Estimated date of completion: August 2006
Match: The matching funds of one dollar of local funds for every three dollars of state funds are from
(source): I-ccal CQj)ital Oullay
S 1.000 000.00 of the metching funds have been expended for/date/description:
purcna~e 6t propell)'/llUlltllng
Recortina reQuiremenls; We, the undel'!ligned, agree to submit a statement of statellocal amounts
expended for this project within 60 days of completion of the project.
The County Commissioners and the Board of Education do hereby jointly request approval of the above
project and request release of $ 1,200.000.00 from the Public School Building Capital
Fund, We certify that the project herein described is within the par4lmeters Of 115C-546.2(b) and that
all of the mIlch is available and deSignated as match of this projsc:t.
(Signature - Cheir, County Commissioners) (Date)
(SignatLlre - Chair, Board of Education) (Date)
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Planning, Techn%gy, and Operations
February at 2006
SUBJECT
Approval of contract to purchase property
STAFF MEMBERS(S) PRESENT
AssIstant Superintendent, Planning, Technology, and Operations !
MAIN POINTS
The purchase of approximately 4.04 acres of property located at 4905 South
College Road (Route 132), New Hanover County, Wilmington, North Carolina,
more particularfydescribed in Exhibit A to the Agreement (attached).
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS
Total Project Budget 12.572.500.00
Expenditures & Encumbrances ~ .
Unencumbered Funds 12.572,500.00
Recommended Award S~.200.000.00
RECOMMENDA liON
Approval
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February 6. 2006
Subject: Approval of contract to purchase property
STAFF RECOMMENDS ACTION AS FOLLOWS;
Approval of contract to purchase property as follows.
TOTAL RECOMMENDED AWARD $2.200.000.00
BUDGeT SUMMARY
Source of Funds
Local Funds $ 5,000.00
Capital Outlay $2,567,500.00
Total Project Budget S2.572.50Q.OO
Use of Funds
Property 52,200,000.00
Various Vendors $ 372,500.00
TOr AL PROJECT BUDGET $2.572.500.00
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 9 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: DSS Presenter: Christine McNamee
Contact: LaVaughn Nesmith
SUBJECT:
Leading By Results Indicator - Medicaid and IV-E Waiver Item
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Leading By Results (LBR) is a state-wide initiative that helps DSS identify realistic goals, advocate for the resources and
tools we need to make progress towards these goals and effectively articulate our successes to the community we serve.
LBR helps DSS demonstrate that we are publicly accountable for the efficient and effective management of the public's
funds.
Ms. McNamee will describe DSS' Leading by Results Initiative and how it impacts the provision of services in the Medicaid
Program as well as the impact of Federal regulations on IV-E waiver payments and an update on Federal policy.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Information Only
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation: No change in positions at this time. Any need for positions will be addressed through the budget process.
ATTACHMENTS:
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: FINANCE: N/A BUDGET: N/A HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Hear presentation.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Heard presentation.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 10 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Planning Presenter: Mike Kozlosky, MPO Coordinator
Contact: Dexter Hayes
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Resolution Supporting Road Improvements from Murrayville Road to Market Street
BRIEF SUMMARY:
At the request of Senator Boseman's office, the Board is requested to adopt the atttached resolution supporting the above
project. Limited accessibility in the northeastern section of New Hanover County has resulted in substantial traffic problems
along Market Street and Gordon Road. While future road projects may relieve some of this congestion, there is an
immediate need to provide better connectivity between the numerous residential neighborhoods that are being built and the
services that they utilize along these major arterials. Improvements to Plantation Road between Murrayville Road and
Market Street would be a cost-effective solution that would provide a tremendous benefit to this area of the County.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Request Commissioners adopt this resolution supporting the connection between Murrayville Road and Market Street.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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Resolution Murrayville Conne
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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RESOLUTION
OF THE
NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUPPORTING A CONNECTION FROM THE MURRA YVILLE AREA
TO MARKET STREET
WHEREAS, Gordon Road and Markct Street are currently functioning ovcr thcir design
capacities with levels of service greater than 1.0 and thesc roadways are considered to bc
severely congested; and
WHEREAS, the northern portion of New Hanover is growing at a substantial rate and there is a
need for interconnectivity between developments to provide for futurc mobility in the area; and
WHEREAS, a proposed connection betwecn Market Street and the Murrayville arca would
provide an opportunity for improved safety and mobility by allowing motorists to avoid
congested portions of Market Street and Gordon Road and also provide an additional access
between these two destinations; and
WHEREAS, currently Plantation Road is a public right of way, but does not mcet the criteria for
acceptance and maintenance by the North Carolina Department of Transportation; and
WHEREAS, the Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) recognized the
significance of this possible connection and the MPO's Transportation Advisory Committee
voted to amend the Comprehensive Transportation Plan to include a connection between thc
Murrayville area and Market Street; and
WHEREAS, the North Carolina Department of Transportation and General Assembly's local
delegation have identified potential funding sources to complete this important connection.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the New Hanover Board of Commissioners
acknowledges the need for interconnectivity between developmcnts and endorses the
construction of a collector street utilizing Plantation Road between the Murrayville area and
Market Street.
ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the New Hanover Board of Commissioners on February 20,
2006.
Robert G. Greer. Chairman
Attest:
Shelia L. Schull, Clerk to the Board
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 11 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Planning Presenter: Chris O'Keefe
Contact: Chris O'Keefe, Dave Weaver, Neal Lewis
SUBJECT:
CAMA Access Application for Fort Fisher Boat Basin
BRIEF SUMMARY:
New Hanover County has been asked to participate in a partnership seeking to improve the public access at the south end
of Fort Fisher. The access site is known as the Fort Fisher Basin (the Basin). Donna Moffit with the North Carolina
Aquarium at Fort Fisher has taken the lead in developing this partnership. The partnership includes the Aquarium, New
Hanover County, the Corp of Engineers, the Coastal Federation, the Wildlife Resources Commission, and DOT's Ferry
Division. Although official figures for visitation to the Basin are not available, the site is a very popular attraction for
residents and visitors alike.
Numerous improvements are planned for the Basin including: organizing traffic flow, enlarging and paving the parking area,
filling low spots, installing interpretive signage highlighting the historic and natural features on site, improving the bulkhead
and boat ramp, constructing a separate canoe/kayak launch area, and improving the breakwater linking Fort Fisher to
Zeke's Island.
New Hanover County has a documented shortage of access locations. The State provides funds for improving access to
our waterways through the CAMA Access program. Cities and counties in coastal North Carolina are eligible for this
program. The deadline for submittal of a preliminary application is February 28, 2006. A rough estimate of the costs for the
above improvements has been developed by Gordon Myers of the Wildlife Resources Commission. Costs for
implementing the improvements would be between $200,000 and $250,000. The grant program requires a 25% match.
Half of this match can be in-kind. The use of heavy construction equipment can also be used in lieu of the cash portion of
the required match. Although the County's share may range up to $62,500 for cash and in-kind, it is hoped that additional
grants may be available to reduce this local match. In addition, involved State agencies have stated that they will take the
lead in site analysis and preparing plans. It is also important to note that involved State agencies in the Ft. Fisher area have
tentatively indicated that they will maintain the project, e.g. trash collection.
Attached is an aerial photo and a statement about the characteristics of the site and improvements proposed that was
written by Donna Moffit. A sketch of the proposed improvements will be provided as soon as it is available.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Authorize staff to submit a preliminary application to the CAMA Local Planning & Access Program for funds to improve the
Fort Fisher Basin access area. If grant is awarded a budget amendment will be presented for Commissioner approval
identifying source of match. It is important to emphasize that this initial request simply starts the process and that the Board
will have several other opportunities to review and approve or disapprove the project.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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Terminus of us 421 S,fort fishE
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: N/A FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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Terminus of US 421 South
This approximately 5 acre site is 22 miles south of Wilmington. It is a beautiful publicly-
owned location overlooking the Cape Fear River, with a protected estuary and the
backside of the ocean dunes as part of the visible landscape. Known by various names
including The Basin and Federal Point, it is bounded by the Zeke's Island component of
the North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve to the south, the North Carolina
Aquarium at Fort Fisher and the Fort Fisher State Recreation Area to the north and east,
by the North Carolina Department of Transportation's Ferry Division property to the
north, and the Cape Fear River to the west. A number of entities either own or manage
parcels of the property including the U.S. Army, the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management, and the Wildlife Resources Commission. Two major historic features are
also attached to the property: the breakwater built by the Army Corps of Engineers in
the late 1880's and Battery Buchanan which was the site of the surrender of Fort Fisher
in January 1865.
The lagoon-like complex at the Zeke's Island site is one of the most unusual areas of the
North Carolina coast. There are 3 main islands within the site: Zeke's Island covering 42
acres of high ground, North Island encompassing 138 upland acres, No Name Island
covering about three acres and the beach barrier spit of 64 acres. The islands are
fringed with extensive marshes and tidal flats.
The unusual characteristics of the site have created a variety of habitats, including tidal
flats, salt marshes, shrub thicket, maritime forest, and the hard surface of the rocks.
Fish, shrimp, crabs, clams and oysters use the estuary as a nursery ground. The
expanse of intertidal flats in the Zeke's Island vicinity is the single most important
shorebird habitat in southeastern North Carolina. Dunlin, black-bellied plovers, short-
billed dowitchers, white ibis, great blue herons as well as black ducks, mallards and
pintails have been recorded there.
U. S. 421 from Wilmington provides easy access to Federal Point. The N. C. Wildlife
Resources Commission maintains a public boat ramp at the northern shore of the Basin.
The site is heavily used by tourists, residents, and recreational and commercial
fishermen, especially during the summer. A bird observation deck on the State
Recreation property is accessible from Federal Point by boat. The site is used by the
Aquarium for field trips of all types. The site is popular for swimming as well as
launching kayaks, canoes, and wind surf boards. Federal Point is a potential site for
inclusion in the state paddle trail system.
Because no one entity has sufficient resources or authority to maintain and improve the
site as a whole, it has gradually deteriorated. With the increased use of the site, its
condition will deteriorate faster unless improvements can be made. The site floods
during storms and unusually high tides, parking is unstructured with cars parking on
both sides of 421 during heavy use, potholes are common, the ramp and bulkhead need
repairs, historic and environmental interpretation is sparse, and trash is picked up
sporadically by volunteers. This beautiful and easily-accessible site deserves to be
improved for better environmental protection, to portray its historic and cultural value,
and to support the recreational uses already existing there.
(Prepared by Donna Moffitt, N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher, Dec. 19, 2005)
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 12 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Property Management Presenter: Bruce Bowman, BMS Architects
Contact: Max Maxwell
SUBJECT:
New Hanover County Government Center
BRIEF SUMMARY:
On January 23rd, 2006, staff received bids on the New Hanover County Government Center Renovations Project. This
renovation project will provide new offices for County departments that are located at 4th and Chestnut Streets. This
renovation is the last phase to locate County Departments to the New Hanover County Government Center to enhance
services and access to the citizens. Bruce Bowman will give a presentation on the project and answer any questions. The
low bidder is Monteith Construction Corp. with a bid of $2,877,000.
The attached budget amendment makes appropriate adjustments to the General Fund, Capital Project, and 911 Surcharge
Fund to record appropriate revenues and expenditures. The General Fund will provide an additional $1,208,611 from
appropriated fund balance. The Capital Project and 911 Surcharge Fund are adjusted for accounting purposes.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Staff requests that the Board of Commissioners approve the associated budget amendment to cover the cost of the
construction and authorize the Chairman to execute the contract with Monteith Construction Corp. in the amount of
$2,877,000.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation: 39898540-800700
ATTACHMENTS:
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NHC BID TAB 1-24 06-0127. doc
REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: FINANCE: BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 3-2, Davis and Pritchett voting in opposition.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20106
Budget Amendment
DEPARTMENT: Government Center Capital ProjectlWireless 911 Fund/General Fund
BUDGET AMENDMENT # 2006-21
ADJUSTMENT DEBIT CREDIT
General Fund
Appropriate Fund Balance $1,208,611
Transfer to Capital Project $1,208,611
Wireless 911 Fund
Appropriate Fund Balance $189,000
Transfer to Capital Project $189,000
EOC/911/Tower/Govt Center CP
Golds Gym Renovations $423,613
Judicial/CAB Renovations $12,712
Tower $1,143
Library Basement $8,919
COPS Funding $190,123
Sales Tax Refund $47,986
Interest on Investments $6,034
City of Wilmington Participation $28,785
Transfer in From Wireless 911 $189,000
Transfer in From General Fund $1,208,611
Government Ctr Renovations $1,679,110
EXPLANATION: To adjust budget for bids received to complete renovations to Government Center; to
budget a transfer from the Wireless 911 Fund of $189,000; to move available funds from various
components of the Capital Project Fund, Ie Golds, Tower, Library, etc., to the Government Center
component. Upon approval of this budget amendment, General Fund balance appropriated to date is
$8,407,173; Wireless Fund balance appropriated to date is $905,130.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by the Board of Commissioners.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS Approved 3-2, Davis and Pritchett voting in opposition
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Regular Item #: 13 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Governing Body Presenter: Sheila Schult
Contact: Sheila Schult
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Committee Appointment
BRIEF SUMMARY:
A vacancy exists on the Port, Waterway, & Beach Commission.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Make appointment.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
Committee Information Sheets and Applications
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Make appointment.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Paul Woodbury was reappointed.
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COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
PORT. WATERWAY AND BEACH COMMISSION
1 VACANCY (3-Year Term)
Category: Environmental, Shipping, or Commerce and Finance
ELIGIBLE FOR
APPLICANTS: REAPPOINTMENT
William Lee Adams, Jr.
Caroline J. Bellis
James E. Brown
Rex Burford
Dana Page
Ted Seawell
Annette Y. Taylor
Paul Woodbury X
Attachments: Committee I nformation Sheets
Applications
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WILMINGTONINEWHANOVERPORT, WATERWAY & BEACH COMMISSION
Number of Members: 16
6 Appointed by County Commissioners
Categories: Shipping, Commercc and Finance, Terminals and Industry,
Environmental Concerns, County representative on the NC Beach and
Watcrway Association, County Commissioner
5 Appointed by City Council
Categories: Engineering and Development, Business, Transportation, Member at
Large, and Council member
1 Wrightsville Beach (Mayor)
1 Carolina Beach (Mayor)
1 Kure Beach (Mayor)
Ex-Officio Members: N.C. State Ports Authority Executive Director and Chamber of
Commerce Executive Director
Term of Office: Three years
Regular Meetings: called as necessary, usually at 4:00 p.m. in the Chamber of Commerce Office.
Statute or cause creating Commission: County Commissioners endorsed the formation of this
Commission on 12/16/74. Minute Book 16, page 67. The County Commissioners assigned this
Commission the responsibility of studying and preparing recommendations for the best use of the
3% Occupancy Funds to be prcsented to them for approval and expanded the membership by adding
the Mayor of Kure Beach on 4/16/84. Minute Book 19. Commissioners added member from NC
Shore & Beach Preservation 5/16/05.
Purpose of Commission: To investigate, initiate and support general water resources development
projects to include (but not limited to): (1) Port Improvements and growth ofthe shipping industry,
(2) Beach renourishment and conservation; and (3) mitigate declines in water quality. The
Commission will weigh the benefits ofthese water projects against the possible detrimental effects
on the area's environmental quality enjoyed by area residents. The Commission is constantly
studying and staying informed on various projects trying to obtain new and beneficial projects for
this area. The main projects for the area deal with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in requesting
studies, seeing if a project is beneficial from a cost benefit ratio, and attempting to obtain approval
and then funding in the U.S. Congress and on the State level, but this mission is not carried out in
isolation. Thc Commission maintains an awareness of project effects on the quality of the waters
and their interrelations with natural resources.
Brief on Functions: The Commission works closely with the N.C. Department of Resources
Commission for assistance in obtaining approval of state funding and projects. An annual meeting
is held in Washington for the purpose of lobbying.
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WILMINGTON/NEW HANOVER PORT, W A TERW A Y & BEACH COMMISSION
TERM
PRESENTLY TERM
CURRENT MEMBERS CATEGORY SERVING EXPIRES
Mr. Richard G. Catlin NC Beach and First 2/28/2008
6417 Providence Point Road Watcrway
Wilmington, NC 28405 Association Appt. 5/16/05
Donald E. Harris First 2/28/2008
213 Dorchester Place
Wilmington, NC 28412 Appt. 3/14/05
796-9696 (H) 617-8844 (W)
Bruce L. Kirk Terminals & First 2/28/2007
1913 Atlantic Dr Industry
Wilmington, NC 28411 Appt. 2/16/04
686-0825 (H) 762-8588 (W)
Geoffrey A. Losee First 2/28/2008
3128 Lantern Way
Wilmington, NC 28409 Appt. 3/14/05
350-1516 (H) 763-3404 (W)
Paul Woodbury ~ Commerce & First 2/28/2006
;>K 201 Savoy Circle ~ Finance
Wilmington, NC 28412 Appt. 2/17/03
392-7967 (H)
William A. Caster, Commissioner County Staff Liaison: Dave Weaver
Chamber Liaison: Tom Cunningham and Bruce Shell
5/05
File: /Port
B/C# 26
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New Hanover County
Board of Commissioners CO:\1MITTEE APPLICA T
320 ChesmutStreet, Room 305 \
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Wilmington, NC 28401-4093 ~\\l rJI II<'"
Telephone (910)341-7149
FAX (910) J41-4130 \\~i\\\ c<.\("~\' .
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Board/Committee: Port, Waterway and Beach Conunission ~\\ \,\ .
Name: W~:liam Lee Adams, Jr. (Bill)
Home
Address: 115 _~t Vernon D_~i~e, Wilmington, NC, 28403
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(Street) (City) (Zip Code)
Mailing Address if different: Same as ~a_~ove _
Home Phone: 910-791-8366 Business/Work Phone: 910-254-7657
Yean Living in R Caucasion
'\'ew Hanover County: 25 Male: Female: ace: n______ Age: ~__
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(Information for the purpose of assuring a cross section oCthe community)
E I AAI Development Services
mp oyer: _._.__
(A person currently employed by the agency or department for which this application is made, must resign his/her position with I\cw Hanover County
upon appointment, in accordance with Article VI, Section 4 of the New Hanover County Personnel Policy.)
Job Title: Validation Engineer
Professional Activities: International Association for Pharmaceutical Science and Technology
Volunteer Activities: Youth Athletic Coaching
Why do you wish to serve on tbis board/committee? See Attached --_._~
Conflict of Interest: if a board member believes he / she has a conflicl or potential conflict of interest on a particular issue. (hat member should state this belief to the other
mem bers of his / her respecfrve board during a public meeting. The member should state the nature of the conflict. detailing that he/she has a separate, private or monetary
interest, eilher direct or indIrect, in the fSSUQ undor consiaeration. The member should then excuse himself / herself from voting on the matter.
What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee? See Attached
Qualifications for serving: See Attached
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Other municipal or county boards/committees on which YOll arc serving: None
List three local personal references and phone numbers:
1. Kevin Jones 910-254-7205
2. Bill Oden 910-763-4249
3. Henry Rutherford 910-256-3854
Date: February 16. 2005 Signature: /('~J [( (:, ELf..,,/?'m,;,
Applh:<ltiollS are kepI all me for 18 months
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Attachment to Committee Application
W. L. Adams, Jr. - Port, Waterway, and Beach Commission
115 W: "IJerncn Dr.
W.ilmingLon, N(' 284C3
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9~D-791-8366 (H)
9~O-254-7657 (vi)
Why do you want to serve on this board/committee?:
I vd sh to serve on c:his cCITmittee because - feel T ha--Je the necessary
tocls and understanding to investigate and make sound recommendations
to the CO'Jn~y COTIuLissioners. I ha.ve ah"eys lived next to the water and
maJor sea ports inc~uding. San Diego, Los Angles/Long Beac,", Sen
Francisco, Noc:iolk VA, Newport RI, Honolulu HI, and have experienced
the different strategies by different municipa~='-ties adminis-cec:-ing
projects nece.ssary -:0 preserve their water quality and natuc:-al
resources.
What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this
committee?:
I vlOuld like to see prioritization of monies available for the va:::-ious
needed "Iater prDjects based on sound research and investigation, in
oreer to maintain tree resources of our region and meet tree needs of -::.he
residents of Ne'w Hanover County and the State of North Caroli:-la.
Qualifications for Serving:
I have a keen interest in the prese2::'vation of our watec:- quality Vlhile
balancing the necessary projects to maintaiD economic growth. !'1y
degrees are not ='-n a fie2.d c~c.sely related to environmental s::udies,
but I do have the ability to research, learn, understand, and present
the viable options needed for sound Comm'..s.sion decisions.
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New Hanover County
Board of Commissioners COMMITTEE APPLICATION 2r:Nh
:;'.21) (']]Cf>lnut Street. j{(,om ]1)5 tE~ i 6
Willllmg1nn,~C' 284Ul-'1093
T e Jeph.::.:nc 1 ()) 3.1]71 ,19
FAX ((flU, 3.1J-413U
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Board/Committl'c: i~)C'-,--- I- 1 Dc:'- 'f ,"/ - t Ve, '-I '/- L' (~ C/ ) ( c.---:n'-)/T) I :> J t.
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Name: L'-"'~'~ /c....,- I ( j 7 t..~ V' 8e /1/.5
Home {Y', I' i- ;.~yL-j 1/
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Address: .;:..... '"'--~
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Mailing Address if diffcrcnt: _
Home Phone: C;') C' . ;'::L-;::..'~If'f{v Business/V\'ork Phone: C;/o.;:t; 5'3?L.'c)
Years Living in ;;: ;.2 ;;z/; Agc: ~5__
New Hanover Connty: I .--' 2- Male: Female: v Race: I~
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(Inl"orm &"tHon for the- purpose of as..urin~ a cross ~il'c1inll of thE' community)
Employcr:_"jC !)LAtR:U1V,,5,[rz,:1 {~'('-5/{':<( tL,{c;/tC.C;Cc',llc?/lf-
(A person currentl)' employed by th.' agellc)' 0'- department for which this application is mad"{, must rniglllli:'i./hel' position with New Hanov<<.'l' County
uflon appointm cnt. in accOI'danc(' with Article VI. Sectio II 4 of th.' I\ e,., 11 anove r C ou ntl Person nel Po lic)'.)
Job Title: FI e Id /:'C:I::; i. ("::;. C,,/Z.;'-f I VC:
.*Professional Activities: rJ~8P/1 , G5A (InIn!i1~<l-f-,~ld-hIP5)' ,77,dJie (j'dlC7;:C r5~{C"-lc:e .:::1&55<' 5, L.JC:.p,v;:' G~crt<:'/i~~f-
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Volunteer Activities: Alct::,ds Vole :51. J:< mc;5 -I/rrne(e 55 Shel-fer; ;5,;/7n{ Vt-[Lil1h-e'I"'; ('/f-;:.)C1"l (Coli)
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Why do you wish to serve on this hoard/committee'! II", vC ,; ~N1c.:n dcs;,-c To c <<y,-!-r; ht-<- Ie f-c, y'/, e De< !ance.,;
~~::"-~--";-J,;.'--~-</-/C'A.!> ec.~~/7?c-;n 7/C I Gl e'",'"1 J;--,r(;.\- -" ")/-v,e, It'd-.(. ;nf-r.:',lr~sr5 t--~-11_i-/7~ C-'~77~7"}L'c:.a t y-t-'Clt- I
I;v~ i.n -::. ?U('~U t.d l/.le_Tv/Cj;);rZ"5c/7/- c?, lYlrt07/J ICIl-I:; -Iv c,-:_n5C-~VI:- [<.clJO-A '5 (.(4. {>cf, . c//r.'
Conflict of Interest ff a board member believes he I she has a confhct or potential contnct of interest on a particular issue, that member should s - te this belief c rtJe ot,~er
mem bers of ilis I her respective board during a public meeting. J he member should state the nature of the conflict, detailing that he/she hl"l3 a separate, pnvate or monetary
iriterest, either direct or Indirect in the issue under consIderation. The member should then excuse hims elf I herself from voting on the ma tter
What areas of concern would you like to sec addressed by this committec'! Lrn~-Ie on heat: h ..-.1:.17 kf ,. '7<'< 17ei 4fZL21C1d;
l,,!Ci!/-cA.t.V"2J' ,n'::;;'/7~an"'-e.../ L'-->;ffkr/71 ?d/<,i-(S?-- ~r)c,nc.'i~{ 17C':cI-:;; &<.:5:5e:J5n-7cl<--I-'/ usee!
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Qualifications for serving: .2c.' r (I",a r5 --=--Y---P- ~o'<:-,-7c.e_ : ,1 C~-,& sf&c--{ /YIc. '7t:<{/e'7-lc.~f W{~ ~Jr?/{~nceo,-
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Other municipal or county hoards/committees on which you are selTing: AIL, / I e
List three local pcrsonal refercnces and phone numhers:
1. / ,,;< cjr(v~'Ic/cr I 1(5 1'7CG'E 0'1/0 - 25/-,yS"cY /
2. Rick.. ;5h,'VCr I A./C bi::.-7VR.. biJQ. '110 ~ 395- - 3'1'00
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Datc: Je6 12 ;20D) Signature: tlz. Ce-' i. I <ec. ~ o-c ({-c.V
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Applications at'(' kept on filf' fur 18 months Cst' rp"l'rSl' sidl' CUI' ~iLhlitiolllll ("ommf'nts *
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"<onh Carohna State university. Geology 8: Coastal Engineering Studies
BrOlnl university. Geology-Biology. Gradumion with HOllors
The IVladeira School. Grcell\\ay. VA
Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society
Licensed Professional Geologist. State of North Carolina
American Shore and Beach Preservation AssocIatIOn
.\Y.~_1.C !.~J~ _~,P~'J.- i~') ~ .S.: l~
North Carolina Divi~iQ!1 of Co<]sllilJv1anagement. Wilmington. NC CAMA Field Representative Conduct
site visits and prepare CAMA permits and permit applications for development in coastal Areas of
Environmental Concern, in accordance with the North Carolina Coastal Management Program. the
Coastal Area Management Act and thc rules ofthc Coastal Resources CommissIOn.
North Carolina DIvisIOn of Coastal Management. Raleigh. NC Federal Consistency Specialist. Coastal
Geologist Reviewed federal and state activities for consistency with the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program and NEP A pursuant to CZMA. Provided technical support for issues related to
coastal processes and geology, including erosion rates and inlet shldies. Coordination and technical
support to FEMA for post hurricane response and recovery activities. Participated in various state and
federal commi1tees.
October 2001 Appointed Coordinator, Outer Banks Task Force Inlet Response Subcommittee
March 2000 Appointed to Shrimp Advisory Panel, South Atlantic Marine Fisher) Council
Henry van Oesen & Associates. Wilmington. NC Environmental Specialist Wetlands Delineations,
Prepared Coastal Development Permit Applications (CAMA). Environmental Assessmellts and
Preliminary Engineering Reports for Water, Sewer, and Stormwaler Management Plans.
US Annv Corps of Engineers. New England Division. Waltham, l'viACoastal Development Branch.
Project Manager. Coastal Geologist Conducted beach erosion and improvement studies lor shore
protecllon and beach nourishment proJecls, including Kennebunk Beach ME Woodmont Beach CT, and
U.S. Coast Guard Lighthouse Evaluations.
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jJS Army Corps of Engineers, New England Division. Waltham. MA Regulatory Branch, Project
Manager Managed the processing of applications for Department of the Army permits to construct and or
discharge material in waters or wetlands III the western portions of Connecl1cut
North Carolina State Universitv Department of Civil Engil!.~ering, Ulllversity of UNC Sea Grant Program,
NC Division of Coastal Management, Research Assistant Conducted research and analyses of erosion
trends along the beaches of the Northern Outer Banks of North Carolina.
NOD-h Carolina State Universitv Department of Marin~-,_Earth, and Atmowheric Sciences, Teaching
Assistant: Taught Geology Lab courses, conducled field trips, maintained student records, composed tests,
lab manuals.
Brown Universitv Department of Geological Sciences, Sedimentology Lab Technician: Prepared
Carbonate samples for carbon and oA]'gen isotope analyses (Mass Spectrometer), Summarize results.
Wash Bottles, Operate Metler Balance, Centrifnge, other lab equipment.
Museul!l of Arls and Sciences. Davtona Beach. FL. Assistant to Curator of Science Catalogued shell and
rock collections. preparcd exhibits. assisted with summer children's programs.
The Smithsonian Institute. Department of Vertel:lrat~aleontolog\', Volunteer Intern: Inventoried new
specimens. extracted skeletons from rock. and reconstructed skull fragments.
US Senator Lawton C!liles, Volunteer Intern: Attended hearings and committee meetings. prepared
summary reports for the Senator. Research technical and social issues, various office duties. Attended
hearings and committee meetings, prepared summary reports for lhe offtce
Word Processing, Database programs, GIS, GPS in Field, Photography
St. James Church Homeless Sheller volunteer
NC Kids Vole
Daughters Jennifer (17) and Corey (16)
Home Improvements. Cooking
Swimming, Camping. Sailing, Yoga
i"c;.cnc('~;
Steve Benton. NC Division of Coastal Management (Retired)
Tmdy Wilder. US Army Corps of Engineers. Willlllllglon District
John S. Fisher. NC State University, Department of Civil Engineering
Orrin Pilkey. Dnke University. Program for the Study of Developed Shorelines
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New Hanover County
Board of Commissioners
320 Chestnut Street, Room 305
Wilmington, Nt' 28401-4093
Telephone (910) 341-7]49
FAX (9]0) 3,]-4130
Board/Committee: '1J;I#1ll ~ew J-b,w~ -r;r--f,
Name: ..Jar11~5 E. BrlJu..'rJ 01~)- .
~~:reess: /7/+ f-,r;rdham ~ /)),'I#~t'1 .:lB~.:!-7//~
(St...,) (City) (Zip Code)
Mailing Address if different: .---------
Home Phone: 9/iO - 3f'S=k/.g9 BusinesslWork Phone: ..?~
Years Living in ../ . .L:)
New Hanover county:;;:J../ Male: .~ Female: Race: ~, k Age: ~
(Information for the purpose of assuring a cross section of the community)
Employer:l?e4,-:-e..d ('+;~M, ;Je.-S~+~ -R,;--ts I~ tu:8/,)
(A. person cuneotl)' employed by the agency or department fo.- which this applkation is made, must resign his/her positiun 1\-'ilh Ne'fl' Hanover Count)'
ullon uppointment, in accordance ......ith Article VI, Section 4 of the New H aoover County Personnell)olicy.)
Job Title: ~ Qe..v~ ;S"1'd&..
Professional Activities: 0~ f2~V&r.:r~ d ~ .
Volunteer Activities: ~e.L. ~~4- :5;dsz- hlJt:) r~ ~ "i2 ~/ C'/~
Why do you wish to serve on this board/committee? . ~ IA-::J tf!:.... n-t( ~i~ .~ .A-b~/,'..f,dzs
+0 ~~r~~ ~# .f1d1~~_~; ~~.L2:S ./4 a. ~a~L": .. ~
ConfHct of Jnterest' if a board m Jber believes he I she has a conflict or potential conffict of interest on a particular issue, that member QuId state thIS belief to the other
mem bers of !lis I her respective board during a public meeting The member should state tJJe nature of the confJict, detailing that he/she has a separate. private or monetary
interest, either direct or indJrect, in the issue under consideration The m ember should then excuse himself / herself from vDting on the matter.
What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee?_ ~/Z?,~r" ~ ~ ~~;, ,cd
~4. A:4K-~~~~,-n~ f- t!) I' ~ .cJp...,..~if~ .l?'A-,.t',.,- r~~~~~~
Qualifications for serving: (JJlfU[tSt:!:- 5' ~ rllV~.e- .:r" 'k..
Other municipal or county boards/committees on which you are serving: ~/1?
List three local personal references and phone numhers:
1. Mr. ~L Ed.u.Aard.sJ~ql()CaM.b,-;c:be., Dr;vt:!:.-, 9/o-c63-L9?7
2. Mr. bene CreechJ 4-1~_7liW6~Rd.: ~rk9/0.39~'~3:f};Jlfe._~-~
3.Mr, W.K. (5:11) ~ :J~34-MBHsA~ rkC/IO.76 JiSJ 61-h~91[).7h3.7B80
,,; _n __..___n__.. __ ____
Date: ~ Signat -
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James E. Brown
1714 FordhamRoad
'Vilmington, NC 28403-711 0
Home: (910) 395-6139 Email: jimbrown 1959@aol.com
FAX: (910) 395-6139
CAREER SUMMARY. Thirty-Two years successful executive
management experience, performance and accomplishment in the
international and domestic waterborne cargo transportation and
seaport industries that folJowed 8.5 years honorable service on active
duty as a reserve officer in U.S. Navy Aviation.
Multi-Functional Executive Mana2:ement Responsibilities and Accountabilities (1984-2001)
(Public Sector - - North Carolina State Ports Authority, Wilmington, Morehead City,
Charlotte, Greensboro, NC)
StrategicPlaIllling
Governmental Relations (federal, state, local)
Facilities Planning and Operations Analysis
Facilities Engineering
Property Management and Administration
Marketing, Sales and Business Development
Multi-Functional Profit & Loss Responsibilities and Accountabilities (1969-1984)
(Private Sector) (BD = Business Development)
Vice President & General Manager (Bekins International Corporation, Atlanta, GA)
Vice President & General Manager (Coordinated Caribbean Transport Inc., New Orleans, LA)
Mid-West USA Manager (Seatrain Lines Inc., Chicago, IL)
Country Marketing, Sales & BD Manager (Sea-Land Servicc Inc., London, England)
Regional Marketing, Sales & BD Manager (Sea-Land Service Inc., Chicago, IL)
Regional Marketing, Sales & BD Manager (Sea-Land Service Inc., Dallas, TX)
Local Marketing, Sales & BD Manager (Sea-Land Service Inc., Elizabeth, NJ)
Corporate Orientation (Sea-Land Service Inc., Charleston, SC & Elizabeth, NJ)
Related Career Associations
North Carolina World Trade Association (former State Chairman; fomler Regional President)
North Carolina Water Resourccs Congress (former member)
Wilmington-New Hanover Port, Waterway & Beach Cornmission (former member)
Wilmington Sister Cities Commission (former membcr; former chairman 1987 trade show)
Lower Cape Fear River Program (former member & Chairman)
Various former traffic league and traffic & transportation club memberships natiomvide
Education and Personal
BBA, 1959, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC
Various executive management, marketing/sales/business development courses
Veteran: U.S. Navy Aviation (Achieved rank of Lieutenant Commander while on Active Duty in
flying status 1959-1968)
Married and father of two
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New Hanover County
Board of Commissioners
320 Ch~stllut Street, Room 305
Wilmington, NC 28401~4H93
Telephone (910) 34]-7149
FAX(9Hl)341-4I]O
Board/Committee: itJr //'lIIlfI/'f 'TVv"\ dw fill/eJl/C/,l
Name: --;;;:)( F3 LI R ~ I? D
~:::ess: 6".;{...<cJ f?'llfsdNOC)tlO J/4~ bcJll-e._~~,____tA)./""f(fq-t:rr:___ .71 ~t.(d?
(Street) (City) (Zip ..ode)
Mailing Address if different: f/Q' c8D'I. I S" $ 7 4> c.u ( / Il'\ I "'~~ N C ;;Z Y 'i c) Y
fI
Home Phone: Cq(~7c(9'-5-9'~':< BusinesstWm:ILPhone: c,-// &(0) 547-- c:(:Y S- 7
-,;:- ~ ~ ~ \~"" ) .-/
Years Living in ~;- ~ II ,
New Hanover County: II/V 0 rf "IE- Male: X Female: Race: C' 14" ~ ,.,. S { l'i-N Age: C; S--
~ I _ () (Inform at ion for lbc purpose of Bnuring n cross section of the C oJll mUr1lty)
-Ke-tr;(" c-f /- R dWl W . S~t' fcf;Vy 10 ftr S 11./ c cB A e fE)( (0.. VV\-; J"~ f my
Employer: v ;. ~f-('~' .)' A(c....l"l4'~ ""-' p() c:.....
(A pcr:'lon currently emplo)'ed by the agency or department for .....hich this application is madt, must resign his/hC'r position with Ncv.- Hanover Couoty
upon appointment, in accordance ""ith Article VI, Sectioll 4 of the Nc,," H aDO lie.. C OUQ~Y Person Dcl Polic}'.)
Job Title:
Professional Activities; ~,2.((!u6.(C 1.1'2; NV..t' /JJ""m /;~4.{Ad(i/t!.~ aid S fli7f? /.31) rZ...
Volunteer Activities:
~"'y do you wish to serve on this boardfcommittee?.L ;, fl 1/1'
Jo14J
Other municipal or county boards/committees on which you are serving:
(
List three local personal references and phone numbers:
1. iI1t:l(J,fr~.J> Em"""r;~ ('flU) 7q I ~;X<(J'I
2. elf'" // K;...-/;,~ C1('l>) 763 - ~ 7~ 7
"/ - (qJ:!) c1~/-&-~9
3.
Date: ;( - I.:z. - 0 s;--- Sil(natllre:
AppJiClltions arc kept on:lile for 18 months
It-- - / '" 41""( It1 I;r'~ ~...,vC~ /~'-I~, 111'1 ~/1/Z/;Vr.f b~ At- 7h.. Arl/VLJ /'11
-L /In(/~ (L(',.J 1:1 & )?'I/1 ~htJ/.>cJrr: ,4 t1~ B 0 <(~....:.t.:. K NcJo..J /'J bcJ ~
/9':>-:/. oJtuc/.... U/f"l1Af~/y a"'A1~ 14 0;:::: ~ ~ ~ CI1I()
PI/W...,l q r.l..u,(~"/ /,:;f..-rt..R..<,!.tftu,.ut-l,.p..:. ~ cd",.., ./ / ~ /'III dv
/ / ^ . _. , . ~ .AIL' /,)~ ./ L.4 L"..-J t/7?J-,(~ .//"I ...., / ~
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REX L. BURFORD
Post Office Box 15376
Wilmington, NC 28408
Home: (910) 799-5952
Cell: (910) 547-2857
Email: ihurfol'd3rfilec.n-.com
SUMMARY
Provides a broad range of insight, experience, and special knowledge peculiar to
the oil and gas industry nationally, regionally, and in the state of West Virginia, with
environmental emphasis. Broad experience. An active member of the WV State Bar
(#543). Plan to take NC State Bar Exam in July, 2005. Comity application converted
because of a timing problem with regard to active practice for four of six years prior to
application to NC Bar. Moved to Wilmington after building a home in Masonboro
Harbour and have lived here since the beginning of2003.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Arts - Economics (196], Duke University).
Law Degree (LLB) (1964, West Virginia University College of Law)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
October 31. 2001- Present
Retired from WV Attorney General's Office. Minimal law work performed since
that time.
Fall. 1994 - October 31. 2001
WV Attorney General's Office. Environmental and administrative law.
AU2ust 12. 1991 - April. 1994
Environmental consultant. Contract lawyer for Robinson & McElwee (not an
associate or member ofIaw firm).
J,nuarv. 1976 - Julv 16, 1991
Executive Director, Secretary-Treasurer, and General Counsel, West Virginia Oil
and Natural Gas Association, Tnc, Charleston, West Virginia.
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New Hanover County
Board of Commissioners COMMITTEE APPLlCA nON
320 Chestnul Street, Room 305 ('~t[\ cO
Wilmington, h'C 28401-4093 \1nl \\~N! <<\ON(R5
Telephone(910J3'J-7J49 at C,(1 \l.j,J, I c.,
FAX(910J341-4J30 ~ ' ~ \\D
Board/Committee: ~~/ ). \ )'1"1 i \-'-5 -\ ~le}\I'J' \~(j\H1i " _IT) l htC\LOJ +t(itO, (o}hl'~6'5J
::: ~~Y\4 . I:: 111~~v )M BA. . .. . .. c
Address:__~:) 1"0 hn --S. (vlc))blg lX, hI~) m\\'101\ ) We ~'6tJJ--~_
(Street) (CI~ (Zip Code)
Mailing Address if different: 315 Y(~'r\___ tv '. Dv, \) ~ f D_ hJUv) f0 JBifo.
Home Phone: q I i~~' 3Cj ~ - 11 ~'d- _ BusinesslWork Phone: Cj lO - 30 J- -'" 1 '73 y-
Years Living in ~'3 M.ale: X Female: VJ Age: 5l
New Hanover County: Race:
~ -
Employer: ~+. I ~p \ C\;nfl~m;;f~~e~urp... oir2 .,ero", ,ection n!"the commuoity)
c\
(A person currently employe d hy the Repcy 01" department for whicb tbis ap ication is made. mud resign his/ber pusition with N ew BaDov~r County
upon appointment, in accordance witb Article VI, Section 4 of tilt New H ano'\ler County Persouuel Folic}.)
Job Title: \},(f, fYe~ \ tV4'
Professional Activities: NC POY~_ Coil) 0\(;) )
Volunteer Activities: ~j\j t; C~\ 00 \ "5 ) Pl/1bLL S chwl S
Why do you wish to serve on this board/committee? I !;vS" \~~\HI{ ~i\t
dv\ \'~ C\-I ~ ~ e CGh (Yj-V: C ~ ''{'Q. 0 ,j:- 40 " },C~~
Conflkt of Interest.: If a board member believes he / she has 8 cantle1 or potential con t of interest on a par1icular issue, that member shoUld state this belief to the other
mem bers of h;s / her respecUve board during a public m eetif1g. The member should stete the nature of the conflict, detailing that he/she lIas 8 separate, private or monetary
mterest, either dlrec' Qr indirect, In the issue under consideratioo The member ShO~ then excuse hrselt I herself from voting on the matter. . . k'
WhatareasofconcernWOUldYOUliketoseeaddreSSedbYt~~~. S. \ ( b\.-'-S:\K6S Il'C 'Sl~
\ O,'ctJA . o,,\<< t\ ~- .... ~~ .
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Qualifications for serving: \ tit-),..y \ \'\ V\'S i !-.d 6 ~ { s
f'Y1t ~ COyY-,rnfYLU
Other municipal or county boards/committees on which you are serving:
l.
2.
Date: Signature: --.-
AppHcatiohS are kept on file for 18 mllnUu
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New H.Donr Co.aty
Board of Commissioaen COMMITTEE APPUCATION
no Ch....l Sl".~ Room ~OS
WlIDlIop>G, He ze401.0093
T.I........ (~IO) JO \-71.9
FAX (910) 341-4130
~rdlComJDhUe: Port, Wa t.:noay. , and &.ach C-.i..ion
Name: Ted 8.__11
Home 1r.i.~ton 29412
Add.--: 206 Lawton C.ircl.a
(8......) (ell)') (Zip c....)
MaUlDI AddraJI If dllJereat: P.O. Box 1537 W11aington 28..02
Ho..e PhoDC: 3'5-0511 BumessIWork Pb_e: 61g-3619
Years Llvbt& .. Race: ..hi ta .o\re: 6.
New Ha.over Couldy: 35 Male: ~ F ""ale:
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(1._.....,.,. ... ,.._ at ....r... a..... _"". .J.-. ._...11)')
E.pleyer: Self (8_i-retiered H~i.ldar )Cu.tca Conleruot1.OI'I. c~y
(A ,...... 1:11I "..'b ..,..)'...., tile ....1:,. er ..p.r..... fin' wlll.d. ....I. _"Ile-ed.. h...., ..... rut._ .....,...r ,..lttlMl wltlt N." H....." er C....,.
.,_ .pp............ .e.cI........ .... Artk.. VI,. See..... of *' N.... If_ftl" C__.,. ........., !'ellt)'.)
Job Tille: Pra.i.dant
Prof.lkDal Adivlties:
VoA.tIler Activities:
Wh d wi llta tt11s ,"-rdI ....... To protect IIY qrand.children. future hera.
yo".. I lerve 011 COlli.
CD.."kr "t,,...,...t , tI br)1trrf m.".bt, Wlltt.,.~ lie I SlIe II.., tc"IItf Of '0_",.' ()On'icfo' itu.,..t a". ,.rttGul.r iuua, liIal m.lttb.r ShDUld sl.,. tfla tJ.heflo lJe clh",
membel"8' ofilia I It., ,.apect/~ bD.nf IIu"ltO e pu""r; "'''/''D. .".. m.","., ."auff .,.,. 1ft, ttatu,. ."M tfll.met, .t8INr.g '11.' 1I111."e ".... * IlIplf1tflt. ~rllf.re or mDnete')'
in,.,.." .U.ar lU,..ct 0' Ittd"'t2. III ... ,... ~"f c:c>a....,.u.on. rite ....., IIIOW4 t... ..~. ,"...JII..,-.dn. ll'Ot.UIi, DO I.. ...u-,..,
What areal d C:lIDcen would Yllll UIle hlee addreaed by tills c__lttee? Prot:8cti01l of Port, inlet. ~ beache.
Navi9aUon and touri _ are aUll the li~-.b100d of our looal 8ClOn~.
QlIaUflcatloD. lor scrriaC: rQ~ ..-bar 78-82. K~~ienoe lObbyinq QQn9~a. , leqialatur. ror
tha.. .~aa ori tical to our eOOD~.
Other municipal or coaary boardsl~.Itt... OII.bldl YOllart terrier: None et pre.ent
Ust tt1ree loeal pel'5lllllll rdll'reac:es .Dct plicae alllOben:
1. Ed Pittll 763-6750
l. Bobby Gr_r 763-51161
3. Ed Ward 313-3000 stc...~g ck a }A-&
Date: February 16 f 2005
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New Hanove.' County
Board of Commissioners COMMITTEE APPLICATION
320 Chestnut Street.. Room 305
Wllmmgton, NC 2X401-4093
Telephone (910) 341-7149
FAX (910) 341-4130
Board/Committee: Port, Waterway, and Beach Commission
Name: Annette y. Taylor
Home
Address: 1600-1 Sturdivant Drive, Wilmington, 28403
(Street) (eil)') (Zip Cod.)
Mailing Address if different: same as above
Home Phone: 910.509.9040 Business/Work Phone: 910.251.9790
Years Living in ( Race: Caucasian
New Haml\'er County: 29 Male: - Female: Age: 47
(Inform aHan for the purras-If of' assuring a cross section of the community)
Employer: Dial Cordy and Associates Inc.
(A person currentl)' employed b)' tbe ag enc)' or department for which tbis application is made, must rl'sign his/be.- position ,..-jth ~e". Hanm'H Count)'
upon appointment. in accordance with Article VL Section 4 of the New Hanover Count}' Personnel Policy.)
Job Title: Vice President
Professional Activities: see reverse side of application form
Volunteer Activities: see reverse side of application form
Why do you wish to serve on this board/committee? see reverse side of application form
Conflict of Interest: ff 8 board member believes he I she has a conflict or potential conflict of interest on a particular issue. that member should state this belief to the other
members of his Iller respective board during B public meeting. The member should state the nature of the conflict. detailing that he/she has a separate, private or monetary
interest, either direct or indirect, in the issue under consideration. The member :;hould then excuse hImself I herself from voting on the me ffer
What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee? see reverse side of application form
Qualifications for sening: see reverse side of application form
Other municipal or county boards/committees on which you are serving: none
List three local personal references and phone numbers: '* NoTE: 0.\\ \ Dc.v..1 l'\\Ambeff?
1. Bill Caster, New Hanover County Board of Commissioners, 910.341.7149
2. Layton Bedsole, Director of Environmental Affairs, NC State Port Authority, 910.790.2332
3. Bill Adams. Chief of Environmental Branch, Wilmington District, USACE, 910.251.4748
Date: February 28, 2005 Signature: ~JJ..d1p
Aprlications are kept on file for IS months
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Professional activities (narrowed to most relevant): National Association of Environmental
Professionals, NC Association of Environmental Professionals, participation in American Shore
and Beach Preservation Association's and North Carolina Shore and Beach Preservation
Association's conferences and seminars, participation in Society of American Military Engineers'
(SAME) conferences, Estuarine Research Federation, Southeastern Estuarine Research
Federation, and the NC Academy of Sciences
Volunteer activities: various mentoring programs over the years; inducted into the North
Carolina Order of the Longleaf Pine in 1980 for services to the state
Why do you wish to serve on this board/committee? Based on both my personal and
professional experiences over the past 29 years as a citizen of Wilmington, I believe I have a lot
to offer this board and New Hanover County. My experiences here are well-rounded and
technically versed in water resources, both from my profession as an environmental consultant
and from being a long-tenn resident of New Hanover County. With over 21 years of professional
experience in water resource planning throughout the Southeast, I believe my talents will be
advantageous to the county in meeting the mission of the board. As a team player, I excel in
working to achieve goals and assignments, and enjoy being challenged. I believe that in this way
I can give back to the people of New Hanover County what they have given me over the last 29
years.
What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee? In light of
dwindling funds from Federal and State sources, concerns I would like to see addressed by this
committee are funding avenues for beach renourishment and dredging activity needs within New
Hanover County, and continued support in expansion needs of the Wilmington Ports.
Qualifications for serving: My professional experience has included 21 years of working as an
environmental consultant on water resource projects throughout the Southeast, including here in
the Wilmington area. These projects have included impact assessment reports (EISs and EAs)
for evaluating dredging, navigation, and transportation projects; preparation of natural resource
management plans in the region; and direct involvement with all Federal and State agencies
involved in regulating and/or managing our coastal resources. My work as a consultant has
specialized in working for the U. S. Anny Corps of Engineers' districts in the Southeast
(Wilmington, Charleston, Savannah, and Jacksonville), port entities (NC, SC, GA, and FL), and
coastal counties and private industries throughout the Southeast. Much of my experience in
water resource planning includes shore protection projects, port and harbor studies, waterfront
development, navigation projects, and ecosystem restoration programs. My academic
background includes a MS in Coastal Ecology/Marine Biology and a BS in Marine Biology from
UNCW.
Throughout all of these years, I have resided in Wilmington and have enjoyed the wealth of
natural resources we have in the county, while also understanding the need to maintain a balance
between economic development and resource protection. I thrive at negotiating issues and
working together to achieve common goals.
Email addresses for personal references have also been included, if needed:
Bill Caster bcaster@nhcgov.com
Layton Bedsole Layton _ Bedso I e@ncports.com
Bill Adams William.F .Adams@saw02.usace.army.mil
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
320 Chestnut Street. Room 305 COMMITTEE APPLlCA nON
Wilmington, NC 28401-4093
Telephone (910) 341-7149
FAX (910) 341-4130
Board/Corrmittee: ~e--,) W~(U.,JA<{ I ~ ~'CAc',( Co",.-.\<?..,o~
Name: ~,...II.... W C>o"1>~ 012--(
Home C \ \:2-C-,-c. Wll.-l-'Il~G'1(:>"':> '2.. e4l z.
Address: '2.0 \ SA.-.Jo,<
(Street) (City) (Zip Code)
Mailing Address if different: "':::,,,,,..J..'I:O
(City) (Zip Code)
Home Phone: (9\0) ",=,cyz. - '1 ~ CoT Business Phone: SA.\.-\e
Years living in ~4 M A L..E. CAVc;.A-s.IA+J G:,S
New Hanover County: Sex: Race: Age:
(Information for the purpose of assuring a cross-section of the community)
Employer: S 8..f - ~HP...o'1'~
(A person currently employed by the agency or department for which this application is made, must resign his/her position with
New Hanover County upon appointment, in accordance with Article Vi, Sec. 4 of the New Hanover County Personnel Policy.)
Job Title: ~W\" P.N~ \jp,~....uA-<( Y<-AIV\.J\..Jt,. , ~"':>(,.'...J~IU60
Professional Activities: t--A &\'00=<<--' A.'SC..€.;~\P,I.:>c..J W~A, SAI-'\t:" , HoA.A ( "?~ ~~!1i~
Volunteer Activities: \Ce;-I>6Ut2-t-'""l'L, Ec-~ Wt-l":. ~oA. , K~l!>~'. \...owe.<- ~€ ~a. ~ ,.."-OfL.\L-t\-<-
~c....E:'\""( ~tD-:."'t><; O{"- ~ L'~ll-A-n>f . S?~~, NC ~~0'-\ ~<A~
Whydoyouwishtoserveonthisboard/committee? \^t-n-\ H'{ "..eA,0..::><; A-+.=>"b ~">--Pt?Q..'lZ>-:l~, .L P~... I u;.J
M.j\-o'.-t: S\c.-'UI~'cA+:>'1 L..o"':>~,>0no,.J~. 1:. ~,,~ 'T"\-\-c \ss..uc'>. ~ '?LA-'1'0l--~1 A-N1> IV,{: 'Ya..:>~<;.
What areas of concern would you like to see addressed by this committee? \11-1 D- 'i \=0 ,..,)"1> \ ~G, k;.l'l- Co", P \..E'n...:>c.
\i+t; Curu...,.-";:'T CAPe ~"\=>rlL ~).:>a 7(2.0.16<..-\ A.-N~ ~.., PC2.OGe..A.MMltOG o~ ~ N.E.. tl.<\lo?rl... 12>.i\::~I(),.:J.
Qualifications for serving: ~cf>&...l..--j 2..0 '1~ ($l'-Q~~G€: It-l Wo~-w\pe: '7~~,,-?L-A-t-lJ-.)\06.. ;.N!)
~lG-t0 of'''6l2.;r? <.<ill.-,t:;~wPr-t 7~"1?,Ya-1!>,.N0> A.N""L.Y'i>ll,"""\'I2-A-ff,c...T"-<.--,S~t, <;~\e.t....\"i, ~:?(lA\li'o'I"i~~
.
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MEETING OF THE WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
ASSEMBLY ROOM, NEW HANOVER COUNTY HISTORIC COURTHOUSE
24 NORTH THIRD STREET, ROOM 301
WILMINGTON, NC
ESTIMATED ITEMS OF BUSINESS Page
TIMES No.
11 :45 a.m. 1. Non-Agenda Items (limit three minutes)
11:50 a.m. 2. Approval of Minutes 131
11:55 a.m. 3. Consideration of Approval of Professional Services Contract 133
Highway 421 Corridor Wastewater System and Associated Budget Amendment
06-0127
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Water & Sewer Item #: 2 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Governing Body Presenter: Sheila L. Schult
Contact: Sheila L. Schult
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Water & Sewer Agenda - Approval of Minutes
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Approve minutes from the Regular Meeting of the Water & Sewer District held on February 6, 2006.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Approve minutes.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Water & Sewer Item #: 3 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Water & Sewer District Presenter: Greg Thompson
Contact: Greg Thompson
SUBJECT:
Approval of Professional Services Contract
Highway 421 Corridor Wastewater System
BRIEF SUMMARY:
On October 7,2005, the Board requested staff to pursue the assessment and feasibility of providing sewer along the 421
corridor. As a result of ongoing efforts, staff has obtained a proposal broken into two phases for professional services to
renew the existing permit and to develop an assessment of cost to provide service to the area. Phase I is to secure the
permit and Phase II is to provide a preliminary investigation of options, with some overlap between the two phases. The
process will involve several meetings with State and local officials and the evaluation of previously completed studies of the
area in order to appropriately develop viable options and provide realistic cost estimates. The project assessment will also
involve the input and participation of interested parties, such as the Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority, the
Committee of 100, and surrounding jurisdictions. We have had several meetings with these groups to keep them informed
and have heard no objections. The opportunity to partner with Pender County in a joint venture to provide services
regionally will be explored. A final report will be presented to the Board of Commissioners identifying specific options for
consideration.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Staff requests award of the contract for professional services to WK Dickson in the amount of $69,190. Staff also requests
approval of the associated budget amendment in the amount of $100,000. A contingency of $30,810 is requested to cover
expenses with the investigation such as surveys, preliminary wetland investigations and regionalization issues. The base
cost of the Phase I study will be $21,172, but will be dependent on State informational requirements. The final work of the
project will continue upon successful renewal of the permit.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: No Change In Position(s) Number of Positions:
Explanation: Water and Sewer District Fund
ATTACHMENTS:
WK Dickson Scope of Services
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REVIEWED BY:
LEGAL: Approve FINANCE: BUDGET: HUMAN RESOURCES:
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COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Budget Amendment
DEPARTMENT: Water and Sewer District
BUDGET AMENDMENT #: 06-0127
ADJUSTMENT DEBIT CREDIT
Water & Sewer District:
Appropriated Fund Balance $100,000
Water & Sewer Administration:
Contracted Services $100,000
EXPLANATION: To contract for professional services to renew existing permit and to develop an assessment of
cost to provide service to the 421 corridor.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
APPROVAL STATUS: To be approved by the Board of Commissioners
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS: Approved 5-0.
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Exhibit "AN
Scope of Services
New Hanover County
Highway 421 Corridor Wastewater System
Investigation and NDPES Permit Renewal
W.K. Dickson & Co., Inc.
January 8, 2006
Page 1 of 4
General:
The Engineer has been selected to provide professional engineering services for the
design, permitting and construction of a 4 MGD wastewater facility to serve the
area of New Hanover County known as the 421 Corridor. The initial phase of this
project consists of assisting New Hanover County with the renewing the existing
NPDES Discharge Permit Number NC0081736 and conducting a preliminary
investigation into providing a central wastewater collection, treatment and disposal
system to serve the 421 Corridor Area for New Hanover County.
1. SCOPE OF PROJECT
Project Description: The services of the Engineer are in conjunction with the
following items:
1. NPDES Permit No. NC0081736 Renewal for New Hanover County
2. Preliminary investigation for providing wastewater service to the Highway
421 Corridor for New Hanover County.
2. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
General: The Engineer and designated sub-consultants will serve as the
professional engineering representatives for the Project providing professional
engineering consultation services required for the Project.
2.1 NPDES Permit Renewal
Services in this task shall include two meetings with the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Division of Water Quality
(DWQ). The first meeting will be with the NPDES Unit in Raleigh to
discuss the permit renewal process. This meeting will be preceded by a
letter prepared by the Engineer submitted to DWQ outlining the requested
modifications to the existing NDPES permit. The second meeting will be
in Wilmington with appropriate federal and state agencies to discuss the
modified discharge location. The second meeting in Wilmington will
include a discussion of scope items for inclusion in an environmental
assessment.
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Exhibit "An
Scope of Services
New Hanover County
Highway 421 Corridor Wastewater System
Investigation and NOPES Permit Renewal
W.K. ~ickson & Co., Inc.
January 8, 2006
Page 2 of 4
The Engineer will prepare the NPDES permit renewal application package
for the New Hanover County Water and Sewer District to submit to DENR.
All application fees will be paid by the District.
2.2 Preliminary Investigation for Providing Wastewater Service to the 421
Corridor
Services in this task include investigating the feasibility for constructing a
central wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal system to serve a
portion of New Hanover County along the 421 Corridor.
The investigation will include a review of previous wastewater capacity
studies and master plans and identify flow projections and potential project
phasing. The service area for the study is the area bounded by the Cape
Fear River on the west, the Northeast Cape Fear River on the east, and the
New Hanover County line on the north.
Two alternatives will be investigated:
1. A new WWTP to be located near the NHC solid waste facility, with
the discharge of treated effluent into the Cape Fear River at the
southern end of Eagle Island in accordance with the existing NPDES
permit
2. Conveyance of the wastewater to the Wilmington/New Hanover
County North Side WWTP near the airport for treatment and
disposal. The basis for estimating the costs to expand the North
Side WWTP to serve the 421 corridor will be provided by the
District.
The potential project phasing will be prepared for the recommended site.
A planning level opinion of probable construction costs will be prepared
and potential funding sources will be identified.
A technical memorandum will be prepared that outlines the general
findings, cost opinions and recommendations.
We anticipate three meetings with the District during the course of the
project, one meeting with regulatory officials, three meetings with
landowners and interested parties such as the Committee of 100 and the
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Exhibit "A"
Scope of Services
New Hanover County
Highway 421 Corridor Wastewater System
Investigation and NDPES Permit Renewal
W.K. Dickson & Co., Inc.
January 8, 2006
Page 3 of 4
Lower Cape Fear Water and Sewer Authority, one meeting with the City of
Wilmington and one presentation of our findings to the New Hanover
County Board of Commissioners.
3. ADDITIONAL SERVICES
3.1. General: Engineering services described in Section 2 do not include
certain categories of work, which are usually referred to as "Additional
Services". The Engineer will provide Additional Services as required for
completion of the Project or parts thereof, and authorized in writing by the
District. The Engineer will keep the District informed in advance of
needed Additional Services. Additional Services could include:
3.1.1 Respond to questions and requests for additional information from
DENR regarding the NPDES permit application renewal.
3.1.2 Serving as a consultant or witness for any legal proceeding.
3.1.3 Geotechnical services such as soil borings and evaluations.
3.1.4 Phase 1 environmental assessment
3.1.5 Property acquisition and rezoning services.
3.1.6 Wetlands identification, delineation, and mitigation services.
3.1.7 Archeological services.
3.1.8 Land surveying services
3.1.9 Other professional services or meetings related to the Project, but
not specifically described in Section 2, which are identified and
authorized in writing by the District.
4. DISTRlCTSREEPONSBIUTIES
4.1. Representative: The District shall designate a District representative with
respect to the services to be rendered under this Agreement who act on
behalf of the District and issue instructions to the Engineer.
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Exhibit "A"
Scope of Services
New Hanover County
Highway 421 Corridor Wastewater System
Investigation and NDPES Permit Renewal
W.K. Dickson & Co., Inc.
January 8, 2006
Page 4 of 4
4.2. Criteria and Information: The District shall provide all criteria and full
information as to its requirements for the Project, including objectives,
constraints, projected demands and service areas, potential plant sites, and
performance requirements.
4.3. Access: The District shall arrange access for the Engineer to all public and
private properties where such access is required for the performance of
services under this Agreement.
4.4. Reviews: The District shall examine all studies, reports, sketches,
drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documents presented by the
Engineer and shall render decisions pertaining thereto within a reasonable
time as not to delay the services of the Engineer.
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Exhibit "B"
Professional Fees
New Hanover County
Highway 421 Corridor Wastewater Investigation
and NPDES Permit renewal
WK Dickson Co.. Inc.
January 8, 2006
Page 1 Of 1
TASK NAME FEES EXPENSES TOTAL
NPDES Permit Renewal
Project ManagemenUCoordination $ 1,092 $ 100 $ 1,192
Letter to NPDES Permitting Unit $ 1,416 $ - $ 1,416
Meeting with DENR (Raleigh) $ 2,556 $ 100 $ 2,656
Meeting with DENR & COE on Discharge Location $ 2,736 $ 100 $ 2,836
Prepare Permit Renewal Packaqe $ 7,872 $ 200 $ 8,072
Professional Fees and Expenses $ 15,672 $ 500 $ 16,172
Reimbursable Allowance for Former County Enqineer's Services $ 5,000 $ 5,000
NPDES Permit Renewal Total Fees and Expenses $ 15,672 $ 5,500 $ 21.172
Wastewater System Invesitgation
Project ManagemenUCoordination $ 1,242 $ 100 $ 1,342
Project Kickoff Meeting $ 2,796 $ 100 $ 2,896
Review Previous Studies and Master Plans $ 630 $ 630
Meetings with Landowners (3) $ 3,624 $ 100 $ 3,724
Determine Flow Projections $ 960 $ 960
Evaluate WWTP at Landfill Site and Utilization of North Side WWTP $ 13,160 $ 13,160
Opinion of Probable Costs $ 5,292 $ - $ 5,292
Prepare Phasing for Recommended System $ 6,180 $ - $ 6,180
Identify Funding Opportunities $ 4,320 $ 100 $ 4,420
Technical Memorandum $ 2,352 $ 2.352
Presentation to Commissioner $ 6,312 $ 750 $ 7,062
Wastewater System Invesitaation Total Fees and Exoenses $ 46,868 $ 1.150 $ 48,018
Total Fees and Expenses For Initial Phase of 421 Corridor Wastewater Project $ 62,540 $ 6,650 $ 69,190
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Additional Item #: 1 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: Planning Presenter: Chris O'Keefe, Donna Moffit
Contact: Chris O'Keefe
SUBJECT:
Coastal Counties Restoration Initiative Grant at Fort Fisher Basin
BRIEF SUMMARY:
In partnership with the Fort Fisher Public Property Managers Working Group, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, NC Aquarium
at Fort Fisher, Coastal Federation, Division of Water Resources, Cape Fear RC & D, Corps of Engineers and Coastal
America, New Hanover County has an opportunity to seek grant funds for completing much needed improvements to the
County's southernmost water access point - the basin at Fort Fisher. After many years of heavy use and general neglect,
the parking and boat ramp facilities have become treacherous, erosion has clouded the boundary between the tidal marsh
and beach area and animal habitat has been trampled.
A CAMA Public Beach and Coastal Waterfront Access grant is being sought to pay for improvements to the boat ramp and
parking area. The CAMA grant would also fund construction of a separate Pier facility for Canoe and Kayak launching.
The Coastal Counties Restoration Initiative (CCRI) grant would be used to address the marsh restoration and habitat
protection aspect of improvements at the Basin. The total funding request for the CCRI grant would be $100,000. The
funds would be used for the following coastal wetland and riparian vegetation restoration and shoreline
stabilization/erosion control (oyster revetment) elements:
Proposed Improvement Estimated Cost
Spartina alterniflora, S. patens and upland/shrub thicket plants (using $3,000
volunteer labor)
Site preparation (grading, filling) for restoration areas $24,500
Center boardwalk to separate restoration area from parking and allow $30,000
pedestrian water access
Northern boardwalk to protect restoration area and allow pedestrian $30,000
access to the breakwater and Battery Buchanan
Oyster Revetment (includes oyster shell, bagging supplies) (using $2,500
volunteer labor)
Interpretative signage (Battery Buchanan, paddling trails, wetland $10,000
restoration, oyster revetment)
TOTAL $100,000
The CCRI grant program requires a 1:2 match. CAMA grant funds and an in-kind match from the Aquarium for educational
and outreach efforts and from the Coastal Federation for their volunteer boat will comprise the entire match amount. There
will be no additional county dollars required for the match. The improvements will not cause additional operating or
maintenance cost for the county.
The project has been prequalified to apply for this grant. The deadline for submittal of this application is February 24th.
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RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Authorize submitting an application for the CCRI grant and authorize the Chairman to sign a letter of support to be
included in the application packet.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
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LEGAL: FINANCE: Approve BUDGET: Approve HUMAN RESOURCES:
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recommend approval.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Approved 5-0.
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Terminus of US 421 South
This approximately 5 acre site is 22 miles south of Wilmington. It is a beautiful publicly
owned location overlooking the Cape Fear River, with a protected estuary and the
backside of the ocean dunes as part of the visible landscape. Known by various names
including The Basin and Federal Point, it is bounded by the Zeke's Island component of
the North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve to the south, the North Carolina
Aquarium at Fort Fisher and the Fort Fisher State Recreation Area to the north and east,
by the North Carolina Department of Transportation's Ferry Division property to the
north, and the Cape Fear River to the west. A number of entities either own or manage
parcels of the property including the U.S. Army, the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management, and the Wildlife Resources Commission. Two major historic features are
also attached to the property: the breakwater built by the Army Corps of Engineers in
the late 1880's and Battery Buchanan which was the site of the surrender of Fort Fisher
in January 1865.
The lagoon-like complex at the Zeke's Island site is one of the most unusual areas of the
North Carolina coast. There are 3 main islands within the site: Zeke's Island covering 42
acres of high ground, North Island encompassing 138 upland acres, No Name Island
covering about three acres and the beach barrier spit of 64 acres. The islands are
fringed with extensive marshes and tidal flats.
The unusual characteristics of the site have created a variety of habitats, including tidal
flats, salt marshes, shrub thicket, maritime forest, and the hard surface of the rocks.
Fish, shrimp, crabs, clams and oysters use the estuary as a nursery ground. The
expanse of intertidal flats in the Zeke's Island vicinity is the single most important
shorebird habitat in southeastern North Carolina. Dunlin, black-bellied plovers, short-
billed dowitchers, white ibis, great blue herons as well as black ducks, mallards and
pintails have been recorded there.
U. S. 421 from Wilmington provides easy access to Federal Point. The N. C. Wildlife
Resources Commission maintains a public boat ramp at the northern shore of the Basin.
The site is heavily used by tourists, residents, and recreational and commercial
fishermen, especially during the summer. A bird observation deck on the State
Recreation property is accessible from Federal Point by boat. The site is used by the
Aquarium for field trips of all types. The site is popular for swimming as well as
launching kayaks, canoes, and wind surfboards. Federal Point is a potential site for
inclusion in the state paddle trail system.
Because no one entity has sufficient resources or authority to maintain and improve the
site as a whole, it has gradually deteriorated. With the increased use of the site, its
condition will deteriorate faster unless improvements can be made. The site floods
during storms and unusually high tides, parking is unstructured with cars parking on
both sides of 421 during heavy use, potholes are common, the ramp and bulkhead need
repairs, historic and environmental interpretation is sparse, and trash is picked up
sporadically by volunteers. This beautiful and easily accessible site deserves to be
improved for better environmental protection, to portray its historic and cultural value,
and to support the recreational uses already existing there.
(Prepared by Donna Moffitt, N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher, Dee. 19, 2005)
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR BOARD ACTION
Meeting Date: 02/20/06
Additional Item #: 2 Estimated Time: Page Number:
Department: County Manager Presenter:
Contact: Bruce Shell
Item Does Not Require Review
SUBJECT:
Request from Friends of Public Radio, Inc. for $15,000 to Partially Fund the Replacement of their Emergency
Generator
BRIEF SUMMARY:
Friends of Public Radio, Inc. the non-profit organization which holds the license for WHQR 91.3 FM requests $15,000 from
New Hanover County to partially fund the replacement of their generator. This would be a nonrecurring capital expense.
Friends of Public Radio, Inc., points out in their request for funds that thousands of County residents depend on WHQR for
information during hurricane and other emergencies that impact them.
RECOMMENDED MOTION AND REQUESTED ACTIONS:
Consider Friends of Public Radios request for $15,000 to help fund the replacement of their generator. If the request for
funding is approved also direct staff to transfer funds from the contingency account for this contribution. Currently there is
$145,591 available in the contingency account.
FUNDING SOURCE:
Will above action result in: Number of Positions:
Explanation:
ATTACHMENTS:
ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
COUNTY MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Consider request.
COMMISSIONERS' ACTIONS/COMMENTS:
Denied.
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February 8, 2006
Mr. William A. Caster, Vice Chairman
New Hanover County Board of Commissioners
320 Chestnut Street, Room 305
Wilmington, NC 28401
Dear Mr. Caster:
Friends of Public Radio, Inc., the nonprofit organization which holds the license for WHQR 91.3
FM, respectfully requests consideration ofa $15,000 grant from New Hanover County
contingency funds [or a nonrecurring capital expense.
WHQR is a noncommercial radio station providing news and cultural programming to this area.
During emergencies, we are a trusted source of vital information, as we regularly transmit
information from the New Hanover County Emergency Management Department and other
agcncies with crucial public information. When electrical power is down, many residents have
only battery-powered radios as a source of information and connection.
Unfortunately the generator which has provide emergency power to WHQR's downtown studios
for over ten years has failed, and we need to replace the emergency power service to be prepared
for broadcast during the upcoming hurricane season. In addition, construction projects around
our building have necessitated the immediate relocation ofthe generator. We have a site for the
new equipment, but funds for this unanticipated project are not available. WHQR has invested
over $450,000 in equipment and upfit of our facilities at 254 North Front Street. We are
requesting assistance from the county for this nonrecurring expense, on behalf of the thousands
of County residents who depend on WHQR for vital information during hurricanes and other
emergencies that affect them.
Thank you for your consideration of our request. We will call to see if you havc questions or
would like for us to make a presentation at a meeting of the Board of Commissioners.
Sincerely yours,
Susan G. Dankel John W. Jordan
General Manager President, Board of Directors
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