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ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MARCH 20, 1979
The Orange County Board of Commissioners met in regular session --
on Tuesday, March 20, 1979, at 7:30 p.m., in the Commissioners Room,
of the Orange County Courthouse, in Hillsborough, North Carolina.
Commissioners present: Mr. Richard !dhitted, Chairman,
Mr. Norman Walker, Mr. Norman Gustaveson, Mr. Don Willhoit and
Ms. Anne Barnes.
The following item was added to the agenda:
Agenda Item 20: Request from New Hope Rescue Squad
Agenda Item 2: Minutes
Commissioner Barnes moved, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit,
to approve the minutes of January 16, 1979, as submitted. Vote:
ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Commissioner Barnes moved, seconded by Commissioner Gustaveson,
to approve the minutes of February 15, 1979, as submitted. Vote:
ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Commissioner Barnes moved, seconded by Commissioner Gustaveson,
to approve the minutes of February 26, 1979, as corrected. Vote:
ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Gustaveson,
to approve the minutes of March 1, 1979, as corrected. Vote:
ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes, to
approve the minutes of March 5, 1979, as corrected. Vote: ayes, 5;
noes, 0.
Commissioner Barnes moved, seconded by Commissioner, Gustaveson,
to approve the minutes of March 15, 1979, as corrected. Vote: ayes, 5;
noes, 0.
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Agenda Item 3: ig79igOHgudinet Concernin. Count 's
Ms. Debbie Lee, Chairperson of the Orange County Commission for
Women, endorsed a proposal to share Hillsborough Commission for Women's
office space with the Rape Crisis Center, Women's Health Counseling
Service, Inc. and the Coalition for Battered Women.
Ms. Frances Kendell, on behalf of the..Orange County Coalition for
Battered Women, spoke in favor of the office-sharing proposal and
requested the Board fund $4,000 of the Coalition's budget.
Ms. Rachel Jones, President of Women's Health Counseling Service, Inc.,
spoke in favor of the office-sharing proposal and requested the Board
fund $1,900 of the Women's Health Counseling Service's budget,
Ms. Andrea 5edlak, on behalf of the Rape Crisis Center, spoke in
favor of the office-sharing proposal.
peputy Sheriff David Hughes; Mr. Jerry Robinson, Health Director;
Mr. Wes Ware, and Ms. Tan Schwab spoke in favor of the above four
agencies participating in an office sharing-proposal so that all
of the agencies could have an office in Hillsborough.
There being no other persons to speak at the public hearing, the
same was adjourned. ~ '
Agenda Item 5: Report from Planning Board Concerning .
a Water Line along U. S. 70
The Planning Director submitted and explained a memorandum concerning
the Planning Board's recommendation on a petition requesting the
extension of water lines from Durham into Eno Township along U. 5..70.
For a copy of this recommendation memorandum, see page 271 of this
book.
Mr. Bill McPherson, Attorney, spoke on behalf of the petitioners
requesting the extension.
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Walker, the Board
adopt the Planning Board's recommendation to support the petitioner's
request that the City of Durham extend water service 3,000 feet into
Orange County and, further, if water and sewer lines are installed, they
have sufficient reserve capacity to serve the area west of the I-85/ U. 5. 70
intersection in the future. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, D.
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Commissioner Willhait moved, seconded by Commissioner Gustaveson,
to request the Planning Staff and the Planning Board prepare a
recommendation to this Board on the manner in which existing mobile
home parks in this area can be brought into compliance with the zoning _
ordinance, specifically as is concerned with density; and, to consider
the reasonableness of the existing zoning ordinance as it relates to
density. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Agenda Item 6: Live Virus Rabies Vaccination Program
The Health Director reported there would be some killed virus
rabies vaccine used in North Carolina this year; however, he recommended
the Board proceed with the modified live virus, veterinarian-administered
program. He said the program will consist of 16 - 17 clinic sites.
One-third of these sites will be manned by veterinarians on May 4,
May 11, and May 18 (Fridays) from 6:30 p.m. The agreed cost will
be $4.00 per dog to the public. He said the veterinarians will
provide staffing and collect fees.
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes, to
adapt the Health Director's recommendation. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Commissioner Gustaveson moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes,
the doctors be permitted to charge the public at the rate of $4.00
per animal for the live virus vaccination at the clinics. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, G,
Agenda Item 7: Emergency Fuel Allocation Plans
The Energy Coordinator reviewed her memorandum concerning county
preparations for a petroleum shortage. For copy of this memorandum,
see page P7g of this book.
Commissioner Gustaveson moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes,
to authorize the Energy Coordinator to set up~an Orange County Emergency
Energy Committee composed of the following individuals: Director of
the Agricultural Extension Service, Civil Defense Coordinator,
Orange County Energy Coordinator, a representative from Chapel Hill .'
and a. representative from Carrboro, a representative from Orange County
Oil Jobbers, President or designee of the service station operators
and Mr. John Hatch, Chairman, JOCCA Energy Committee. Vote: ayes, 5;
noes, 0.
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Agenda Item 8 E: A ointment ofi Person to Act as
Liason between the Count and the
Ener Division of the De artment of
Commerce
Commissioner Gustaveson moved, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit,
to appoint the Energy Coordinator to act as liason between Orange County
and the Energy Division of the Department ofi Commerce. Vote: ayes, 5; noes,0.
For copy of Department of Commerce's letter, see page 27g of
this book. ,
Agenda Ttem 8 A: Industrial Facilities and Pollution Control
Financin Aut orit
The Chairman asked the Board for nominations to this Authority.
The following persons were nominated by Board members: Mr. Shannon Julian
Mr. Arthur Estey, Mr. Sandy McClamroch. Mr. Clarence Payne, Mr. Brian
Mansfield, Mr. Ernest A. Carl, Ms. Jean McKee, Mr. Doug Harris and Mr.
Tom Hawkins.
Yates were cast by written ballot and terms of office were
decided by drawing names from a hat. Results were as follows:
Mr. Brian Mansfield was appointed to a six year term, Mr: Clarence
Payne was appointed to a six year term, Mr. Shannon Julian was appointed
to a six year term, Mr. Arthur Estey was appointed to a four year term,
Ms. Jean McKee was appointed to a four year term, Mr. Tom Hawkins was
appointed to a two year term and Mr. Sandy McClamroc(t was appointed to
a two year term.
Commissioner Walker moved, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit,~to
adopt sections 4, 5 and 7 of the Resolution Creating the Orange County
Industrial Faciliites and Pollution Control Financing Authority.
Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0. See page 280 of this book for a copy of
said resolution.
Agenda Item 8 B: Water Resources Planning and_ protection
'Task Force
Commissioner Barnes moved, seconded by Commissioner Gustaveson to
appoint Commissioner Willhoit as the Commissioner representative
to the Orange County Water Resources Planning and Protection Task Force.
Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0.
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Agenda Item 8 C: Vacancies on Oran a Count Plannin Board
Action on this item was postponed to the April 2nd meeting.
Agenda Item 8 D: Vacanc on Cha el Hill Plannin Board
This item was postponed.
Agenda Item 9: Bid Results
For copy of bid results on a tractor_mowing machine, aerial photography,
standard Sheriff's cars, mid-sized .Sheriff's cars, a small pickup truck
and a compact automobile, see page 290 of this book.
Agenda Item 10: Board Action on Bid Results
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Gustaveson
to approve the Manager's recommendation to accept the Tow bid of
Andrews-Rigsbee ($6,864) far a Kubota L285, Woods RM306 tractor with
mower. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, O.
The Tax Supervisor recommended the Board approve county-wide aerial
photography. The Planning Director stated the need for updated aerial
photography. The Register of Deeds said it was her information that HUD
will cover half the costs of the aerial photography bids.
Commissioner Gustaveson moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes,
to approve the Manager's recommendation to accept the bid of Landmark
Engineering ($12,300) for county-wide aerial photography and 15 maps
of the Hillsborough area. Commissioner Gustaveson also moved, seconded
by Commissioner Barnes, the Finance Director draw up a budget amendment
in the amount of the bid. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes, to
accept the Sheriff's recommendation to accept the low bid of Ray Motor
Company ($15,7.61.00)for three Ford LTD 351 V-8 automobiles for use by the
Sheriff's Department. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, ®.
Commissioner Walker moved, seconded by Commissioner Gustaveson, to
accept the Manager's recommendation to accept the low bid of Ray
Motor Company ($15,897) for three Ford Fairmont 200, 6 cylinders,
to be used by the Sheriff's Department. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0.
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Commissioner Walker moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes, to
accept the Manager's recommendation to accept the bid of Ray Motor Company for
($5,187.38) one Ford Courier 110 CTD, 4 cylinders. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Commissioner Barnes moved, seconded by Commissioner Walker, to .
accept the Manager's recommendation to accept the bid of Ray Motor
Company ($4,212.02) fora Ford Pinto 139 CIp, 4 cylinders. Vote:
ayes, 5; noes, 0.
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Agenda Item 11: Resolution Reauesting State and
U. S. Department of Commerce nacre
the Counties wtit in Region J an
Economic Deve opment District
Commissioner Gustaveson moved, seconded by Commissioner Walker,
the Board adopt a Resolution requesting the State of North Carolina
and the U. S. Department of Commerce name the counties within Region J
an Economic Development District. Vote: ayes, 5.; noes, 0.
For copy of said resolution, see page 2g6 of this book.
Agenda Item 12: Chapel Hill-Carrboro Summer LunchPr_ogram
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded 6y Commissioner Gustaveson,
the Board indicate to the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Schools Superintendent
that it will underwrite any loss (up to $2,000) the operation of a
summer lunch program in the Chapel Hill-Carrbora area might incur.
Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0.
P.genda Ttem 13: Public Hearin s to Assess Interest
in Certain Summer Remedial an _ctivlty
Programs
The Board postponed action on JDCCA's request. to sponsor public
hearings destigned to assess interest in certain summer remedial
and activity programs until the March 26th meeting.
Agenda Item 14: Bud et Amendments
Commissioner Gustaveson moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes to
accept the Manager's recommendation to amend the budget funds for CETA
Title II and Title VI for the fourth quarter of the county's fiscal year
and to amend the budget to provide funds for additional office equipment
for the Planning Department. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0
For copy of the above budget amendments, see page 298 of this book.
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Agenda Item 15: Tnformatian Packets for Board Members
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes,
the Board adopt a policy to supply each appointee to any board, council
or commission with an information packet which would include the
constitution, charter, charge, by-laws, etc.; copies of minutes for
the past year; progress reports, annual reports, etc:; and a copy of
the budget if applicable. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, 0.
Agenda Item 16: Re ort from Count Attorne Re ardin OWASA
The Board postponed action on a petition of OWASA for legislation
that would extend to them special assessment powers and execution of
a proposed administrative agreement between OWASA, Chapel Hill, Carrboro
and Orange County until the March 26th meeting.
Agenda Item 17: Minutes
The Clerk announced Alamance County, Carrboro, Chatham County, Caswell
County, Hillsborough and Mebane would like to participate in exchanging
minutes of their boards.
Agenda Item 18: Char a for Water Resources Plannin
an Protection Tas Force
Commissioner FJillfiait submitted a proposed charge fior the
Water Resources Planning and Protection Task Force, to which Commissioner
Gustaveson made some additions.
Commissioner ldillhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes,
to set the charge for the Water Resources Planning and protection
Task Force. Vote: ayes, 5; noes, D. For copy of this charge, _
see page 299 of this book.
Agenda Item 19: Announcements
The Chairman announced the Board of Commissioners would meet with
the OWASA Board of Trustees at 12:00 noon, on March 21st, in the Board
Room, of the Carrboro Town Hall. .
The Chairman announced the Board of Commissioners would meet with
the Chapel Hill Board of Aldermen, on March 27th, at 7:30 p.m.,
in the Board Room, of the Chapel Hill Municipal Building.
The Chairman announced Orange Industries would hold an open house
on March 25th, from 2:00 to 5:00 at their offices on the corner of
Hassel and Tryon Streets.
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Agenda Item 20: Request from New Hape Rescue_Squad
The Chairman announced the New Hope Rescue Squad had requested the
Board write a letter to the FarmErs Home Administration indicating
the New Hope Rescue Squad receives financial support from Orange
County Board of Commissioners.
Commissioner Willhoit moved, seconded by Commissioner Barnes,
this item be tabled until the March 26th meeting. Vote: ayes, 5;
noes, 0.
The County Attorney announced several challenges against the
North Carolina Statutes governing solicitations had been successful
and a Superior Court Judge had declared the State Statute unconstitutional.
He said he had reviewed case law from the Federal Courts and was now
in the process of preparing an ordinance with would comply with Federal
guidelines.
There being. no further business, .Commissioner Gustaveson moved,
seconded by Commissioner Barnes, the meeting be adjourned.
Richard E. Whitted, hairman
Mary l.ou Bouley, Clerk