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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 19931206 r , 1 APPROVED 1/4/94 MINUTES ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING DECE~"~iER 6, 1993 The Orange County Board of Commissioners met on Monday, December 6, 1993 at 7:30 p.m. in the courtroom of the Old County Courthouse in Hillsborough, North Carolina. COUNTY COMMISSIONERB PREBENT: Chair Moses Carey, Jr., and Commissioners Alice M. Gordon, Stephen H. Halkiotis, Verla C. Insko and Don Willhoit. COUNTY ATTORNEY PREBENT: Geoffrey Gledhill COUNTY BTAFF PRESENT: County Manager John M. Link, Jr., Assistant County Managers Albert Kittrell and Rod Visser, Economic Development Director Ted Abernathy, Clerk to the Board Beverly A. Blythe, Planning Director Marvin Collins, Human Resources Director Elaine Holmes, Purchasing Director Pam Jones, Tax Assessor Kermit Lloyd, Commission for Women Director Lucy Lewis, Department on Aging Director Jerry Passmore, Management Analyst Sharron Siler, Planner David Stancil, Senior Center Administrator Janice Tyler, and Planner Mary Willis NOTE: ALL DOCUMENTB REFERRED TO IN THEBE MINUTES ARE IN THE PERMANENT AGENDA FILE IN THE CLERIC~B OFFICE A. BOARD ORGANIZATION 1. ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR The Board elected Moses Carey, Jr. as Chair until the first meeting in December, 1994. The vote was unanimous. The Board elected Stephen H. Halkiotis as Vice-Chair until the first meeting in December, 1994. The vote was unanimous. 2. DESIGNATION OF VOTING DBLEGATB FOR ALL NCACC AND NACo MEETINGS FOR ONE YEAR BEGINNING DECEMBER 6. 1993 A motion was made by Commissioner Gordon, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to appoint Commissioner Willhoit as the voting delegate for all NCACC and NACo meetings for one year beginning December 6, 1993. VOTE: UNANIMOUS B. APPOINTMENTB 1. MANAGER A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Commissioner Insko to appoint John M. Link, Jr. as County Manager. VOTE: UNANIMOUS 2. CLERK TO THE BOARD A motion was made by Commissioner Gordon, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to appoint Beverly A. Blythe as Clerk to the Board. VOTE: UNANIMOUS 2 3. COIINTY ATTORNEY A motion was made Commissioner Halkiotis to continue Coleman, Gledhill and Hargrove for VOTE: UNANIMOUS by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by the County's association with the firm of legal services. 4. $OCC PARTICIPATION ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS No changes were made to the Board appointments to the various County Boards and Commissions except that former County Commissioner John Hartwell will no longer serve as Chair or as a member of the TJCOG Water Resources Committee. I. ADDITIONS OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA Chair Carey added to the agenda as Resolution "B" A Public Proclamation rescinding the mandatory Stage III water restrictions. A new agenda abstract for item VIII-F was accepted. Items VIII-D and E will be considered before the other items on the Decision Agenda. A special recognition for Kermit Lloyd was added to item V. II. AODIENCE COMMENTS A. MATTERS ON THE PRINTED AGENDA Chair Carey said that those citizens who wish to speak to an item on the printed agenda will be recognized at the appropriate time. The Board decided to let citizens make a brief statement on those items on the Decision Agenda which have previously gone to public hearing. H. MATTERS NOT ON THE PRINTED AGENDA Jim Gray cited a problem with a neighbor clearing trees and placing a tool trailer within 10-15 feet of his property line. He said that this has been identified as a violation and the Planning Department is working on this case. He wants this to go to court just as soon as possible. This was referred to the County Manager for followup. Robert Seymour announced that $87,000 was recently awarded to the Friends of the Chapel Hill Senior Center by the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust in Winston Salem. This grant will be used to staff and supply the Wellness Program based at the Chapel Hill Senior Center. PIIBLIC CHARGE Chair Carey read the public charge. III. ITEMS FOR DECISION - CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to approve those items as listed on the Consent Agenda except "A". A. YOOTH SERDICEB NEEDS TASK FORCE - CHANGE IN CHARGE -This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and considered at the end of this section. 3 B. RIILES OF PROCEDIIRE FOR THE BOARD OF COIINTY COMMISSIONERS The Board approved a change in their Rules of Procedure changing the "Order of Business" and adding that estimated times will be set for each item ending the meeting at 10:30. It will take a unanimous vote of the Board to continue beyond 10:30 p.m. C. ERAMINATION OF BONDS The Board approved that the bonds be maintained at current levels. D. LANDFILL FEE SCBEDQLE CHANGES The Board approved the two resolutions as stated below which changes the Orange County Landfill fee schedule for sale of mulch and disposal of scrap tires. A RESOLIITION ESTABLISHING A PROGRAM FOR PIIHLIC SALE OF MIILCH BY ORANGE REGIONAL LANDFILL WHEREAS, the Orange Regional Landfill segregates yard waste and other materials from refuse disposed in fill areas at the landfill; and WHEREAS, this material is ground into mulch for sale to the general public; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Orange County Board of Commissioners that they approve a policy establishing a public program in which the Orange Regional Landfill offers mulch for sale to the public based on the following conditions: 1. mulch will be sold at a fee that recovers an amount as close to actual net operating unit cost annually as feasible 2. the initial fee for fiscal year 1993-94 will be $10 per bucket (one cubic yard) 3. future fees will be modified administratively based on factors impacting the actual unit costs A RESOLQTION ELIMINATING FEE FOR DISPOSAL OF SCRAP TIRES AT ORANGE REGIONAL LANDFILL WHEREAS, the Orange Regional Landfill has a current fee schedule for disposal of scrap tires; and WHEREAS, the North Carolina Legislature enacted a law prohibiting counties from charging a fee for general disposal of scrap tires effective January 1, 1994; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Orange County Board of Commissioners that existing fees for disposal of scrap tires at the Orange Regional Landfill be eliminated effective January 1, 1994. B. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD - MAGNOLIA PLACE, CREEL STREET The Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign the Environmental Review Record for the two HOME projects, Magnolia Place and Creel Street as required by the N.C. Housing Finance Agency. F. COMPREHENSIVE 80IISING AFFORDABILITY STRATEGY (CHAS) The Board adopted a resolution as stated below approving the FY1994-1999 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy for Orange County. 4 RESOLIITION AIITHORIZING THE SIIBMISSION OF A CONSOLIDATED COMPREHENSIVE HOIISING AFFORDABILITY STRATEGY BE IT RESOLVED, by the Orange County Board of Commissioners, that the Commissioners authorize the County Manager to submit the Consolidated Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, including all understandings, assurances, and certifications required therein. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Manager is hereby designated as the authorized representative of the County to act in connection with the submission of the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy and to provide such additional information as may be required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. G. CONTRACT APPROVAL - GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES AT SOIITHERN HIIMAN BERVICEB SITE The Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign a contract with GeoTechnologies, Inc. for a sum not to exceed $7,170 for geotechnical work to be done at the Southern Human Services site. H. PROFESSIONAL BERVICE CONTRACTB - IINC SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY The Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign the renewal of the contract with the UNC-School of Dentistry, Department of Dental Ecology, for the services of a dental resident to provide dental services in the Health Department. I. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CONTRACT - DENTAL SERVICES FOR HEADSTART The Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign the renewal of the contract for the Health Department Dental Clinic to provide dental services to the children attending the Cedar Grove Headstart Center operated by Wake County Opportunities, Inc. J. HAZMAT GRANT The Board accepted a $500 grant from the State of North Carolina Division of Emergency Management which will be used to assist local governments with monitoring and regulating hazardous materials transportation through their jurisdictions. R. COMMIINITY HEALTH ADVOCACY PROGRAM (CHAP) - YEAR TWO GRANT The Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign the contract between the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill and the Orange County Health Department to fund year two of the Community Health Advocacy Program. The aim of this program is to improve the health of African-American members in the Efland-Cheeks communities; and to strengthen the capacity of community- based groups to assess and address their own unique health related problems. L. NORTH ORANGE SIIBDIVISION - PRELIMINARY PLAN The Board approved the Preliminary Plan for North Orange Subdivision subject to the conditions contained in the Resolution of Approval attached to these minutes on pages The property is located in Cedar Grove Township on the north side of Claiborne~s Road at the Alamance County and Caswell County line. Twenty- 5 one lots are proposed out of 27.63 acres. The property is not zoned and is designated Agricultural Residential and Protected Watershed in the Comprehensive Plan. A public road is proposed. VOTE ON THE CONSENT AGENDA: UNANIMOUS ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA A. YOIITB SERVICEB NEEDS TASK FORCE - CHANGE IN CHARGE Chair Carey clarified that this change is an addition to their current charge. A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Commissioner Gordon to change the charge to read as follows: 1. Assessing the needs of youth in Orange County and in cooperation with the Board of County Commissioners facilitate solutions to those needs. 2. Facilitating cooperation between and access to community resources that serve youth in Orange County. VOTE: UNANIMOUS IV. RESOLIITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS A. PETITION FOR ABANDONMENT - RIGHT-OF-WAY IN HIDEAWAY ESTATE SUBDIVISION A motion was made by Chair Carey, seconded by Commissioner Insko to adopt the resolution as stated below setting a public hearing on the abandonment of a right-of-way located off Hideaway Drive in Section Three of Hideaway Estates Subdivision. NOTICE OF THE ADOPTION BY THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE INTENT OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF ORANGE COUNTY TO CLOSE A RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED BETWEEN LOT 13 OF BLOCK D AND LOT 1 OF BLOCK E IN SECTION THREE OF HIDEAWAY ESTATES SUBDIVISION WHEREAS, petitioner Homer R. Tapp and Margaret C. Tapp have filed a petition before the Board of County Commissioners to close a right-of-way identified on the map which is part of Exhibit A to this Resolution (hereinafter "the abandoned right-of-way"); and WHEREAS, it appears from the petition that the road in the abandoned right- of-way has never been constructed; and WHEREAS, it appears that no individual, firm or corporation owns property in the vicinity of said right-of-way without a reasonable means of ingress and egress to his, her or its property; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Orange County that it intends to close the abandoned right-of-way. That prior to a decision on the closing of the abandoned right-of-way, a public hearing shall be held in the OWASA meeting room on Jones Ferry Road in Carrboro, N.C., on the 18th day of January, 1994 at 7:30 p.m. The Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners is directed to publish this Resolution in the Chapel Hill Herald once 6 a week for four (4) successive weeks before said hearing and that the Clerk shall send by certified mail to each owner of property adjoining the abandoned right-of-way and shall prominently post a copy of this Resolution in at least two (2) places along the abandoned road as required by N.C. Gen. Stat. SS153A-241. VOTE: UNANIMOUS ADDED B. RESOLIITION TO RESCIND MANDATORY STAGE III WATER RESTRICTIONS A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to approve the Resolution to rescind Mandatory Stage III Water Restrictions as stated below: PQBLIC PROCLAMATION The management of Orange County has determined that due to the recent rainfall, the water level of Lake Orange is now above the STAGE III level in accordance with the County's Water Conservation Ordinance. As Chair of the Board of Commissioners, I hereby rescind the mandatory STAGE III water restrictions imposed on September 27, 1993 for those citizens who live in the County portion of the Orange/Alamance and the Town of Hillsborough service area and use water obtained from any raw water supply within Orange County. I thank the citizens of Orange County for their cooperation during this period and ask that you continue to observe the voluntary water restrictions until such time that the level of Lake Orange is above. the STAGE II level. Effective this date of December 6, 1993. VOTE: UNANIMOUS V. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS County Manager John M. Link, Jr. announced that Tax Assessor Kermit Lloyd has been recognized as Tax Assessor of the Year. Chair Carey presented a plaque to Kermit Lloyd and the Board congratulated him for the outstanding job he has done for the County. VI. PIIBLIC HEARINGB - NONE VII. REPORTS A. COMMIINITIES IN BCHOOLB STATIIS REPORT John Link and Scott Gardner gave a status report on this new initiative of Communities in Schools (CIS) of Orange County. In June, 1992, representatives from County government, Orange County and Chapel Hill/Carrboro City Schools, community agencies and the business community convened to examine the possibilities for improving student success. The primary focus was placed on those students with either low academic performance or with barriers to success. In August 1993, the Task Force concluded that the CIS of Orange County should be a non-profit, non-partisan, community based organization charged with addressing the multiple needs of youth at highest risk of educational, social, and economic failure. It should focus on the underlying problems of students, including physical and mental health, low self worth, inadequate life skills and workforce preparedness. The Task Force has recommended that the CIS process be piloted initially in one middle school in each district. The Board of Directors will oversee the planning and 7 implementation of the CIS program. The Board received this report as information. It was the consensus of the Board to appoint Commissioner Halkiotis to the Board of Directors. B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PROPOSALS Planning Director Marvin Collins summarized the information in the abstract. The proposals are based on a four-year effort involving the Planning Board and the Economic Development Commission. Public hearings were conducted on the proposals on February 22, 1993 and May 24, 1993. The amount of land designated for development purposes in Primary and Secondary Development Areas in the three districts is as follows: DISTRICT I-40/Old Hwy NC 86 I-85/Buckhorn Road I-85/US Hwy 70 DEVELOPMENT AREA 414 Acres 220 Acres 388 Acres These proposals address the issue of prezoning districts for economic development. Collins made reference to the "Design Manual" and said that it defines the performance standards for these areas. The Planning Board and the Economic Development Commission met last Thursday night to consider this proposal. The Planning Board voted unanimously to approve the recommendation. The Economic Development Commission vote was 10 for and one against. Collins summarized the recommendations as listed in the agenda abstract. NOTE: SEVERAL CITIZENS ASKED TO SPEAR TO THIS ITEM Alois Callemyn spoke on behalf of Mr. James C. Rippy who asked that all of his property be included within the I-40/Old Hwy NC 86 proposed Economic Development District. They are pleased with what has happened. He asked that the County Commissioner study this issue very carefully and hear what people say. June Haas spoke on behalf of those who live on Old 86 and Cornwallis Hills. Seven landowners in this area have requested that they be included in the Economic Development District (EDD). Bill Strom stated that the two proposed goals for the Economic Development Commission (EDC) was to expand the tax base and create jobs. He is opposed to these EDDs because he feels they will negatively impact the tax base. He feels that the overall quality of jobs needs to be reviewed. He also feels there are flaws in the design standards. Commissioner Willhoit clarified that expanding the tax base is not a goal. Lindsay Efland stressed that there are blue collar workers that need jobs. The proposal is for all three nodes to be approved. He asked the Board to approve the two nodes at the eastern and western portions if they could not approve all three. Billy Smith, who lives at Oakdale and Old 86 stated that there are a lot of concerns about noise and traffic. There is a quickie mart being built in front of his home. Everyone in that area has asked that the Board consider the people who live in the area before approving any nodes. He wants his property to be added to the node so he can move back to the country. James W. Smith lives down the road from Billy Smith. He is one of the people who signed the petition. He understands he is in Hillsborough's 8 jurisdiction. Geof Gledhill indicated that this property can be included but that this constitutes a change in the proposal and would need to be advertised and taken to public hearing. Dan Coleman spoke about transportation. He feels that years from now, there will be congestion and increased pollution at the proposed nodes. He stated that-there has been inadequate study done on the transportation issue. He asked that time be allowed to study the transportation issue. Joel Sipress, Orange County Greens, expressed a concern that the jobs created by these EDDs will go to newcomers instead of those citizens presently living here. He feels this type of development may have a negative impact on the tax base. He asked that further study be completed before the nodes are approved. Chair Carey noted that there is no way to guarantee that new jobs created by economic development will go to those who already live in the area. It is possible that the new jobs will go to those who live in the County who are in low paying jobs. Mr. Sipress feels that if jobs are filled by local residents, the impact on the tax base can be avoided. Lee Rafalow noted that people are pleading with the County to include their property in the node so they can move back to the county. He is concerned that these developments will be given fast tract approval and the people will not have an opportunity to make comments. Meg McKean lives south and east of the largest node. She is extremely alarmed that three EDD's are being considered. She would like to see the Board of County Commissioners go back to the rural character study. She would like to see the County proceed in smaller steps. Cheryl Howie, resident of Cornwallis Hills, asked that the County Commissioners approve this EDD. She stated that if large parcels are not set aside soon, there will be no large parcels left. Richard Williams talked about the low employment rate and the fact that Orange County actually has no unemployment. He asked that the 14$ that live below the poverty level not be forgotten. If this is delayed it will hurt those people who do not have economic status. He noted that, at this time, for those people who live below the poverty level there are no options - they either accept low paying jobs in the County or go to college. He asked that the County not eliminate the I85 and I40 node. He emphasized that the County put in a strong plan to be sure there is quality economic development. Bob Hanzie from Hancor Inc. stated that they have had to increase their manufacturing facility in Orange County. They found they needed additional space for storage and would need a rezoning but have been asked to wait until the EDDs are approved. They need this storage area immediately. This would be in the Buckhorn district. Julie Andresen, speaking as a citizen of Chapel Hill, said she has heard a lot of discussion about jobs. She noted that she has not seen a plan encouraging firms to come which would replace the low paying jobs at the university. There is no guarantee of the quality of jobs that will be created. Two of these nodes are near the Rural Buffer. She is concerned that this will cause some problems in the Joint Land Use Plan between Chapel Hill and Orange County. She is concerned about the lack of public comment. Roy Roth asked that two documents be entered into the record of this meeting. An open letter from Margaret Brown and a letter from Mr. Roth will be entered into these minutes by reference. Mr. Roth made commends on the I- 40/Old N.C. 86 node. He noted that more than half of this node lies outside of the Transition area defined in the Orange County-Hillsborough Cooperative 9 Plan. He questions why this open space is being proposed for rezoning. He asked that this node be excluded from consideration. He asked that these nodes not be approved until the implications of the impact are known. John Gastineau, former member of the Economic Development Commission, noted that one economic development goal is to provide better jobs for those who live here in Orange County. They have always known that prezoning is the key to attracting this type of development. He recommends approving these nodes. Margaret Brown made reference to the letter she sent to the Board and asked that they consider the issues mentioned in the letter. She feels that this particular proposal is not complete and that there are other issues that need to be addressed. One issue is the lack of water and sewer and how it will be financed. She encouraged them to go slowly with this massive rezoning until some of these issues are addressed. Ed Siebert is concerned about the young people who are moving into the area. He feels that the EDDs will contain economic development in specific areas. The design standards are tough and will protect the area from unwanted development. Pat Davis, member of the EDC, stated that with the increase in population, there will be an increase in demand for government services as well as other services which will provide job opportunities. He supports the adoption of all three nodes He feels this is an important component of the Orange County Comprehensive Plan. The proposal includes development standards which are more strict than those now in place. He noted that of~the 1650 acres, more than 30$ will be preserved as open space. Carol Cantrell, Chair of the Orange County Planning Board, pointed out that the Planning Board and EDC have come to an agreement about this. All the people who have been involved over a long period of time have agreed that this is a plan for the future. She feels that the statistics used by Margaret Brown have been applied very loosely. The Design Standards spells out the procedure for businesses. She encourages the County Commissioners to adopt these nodes. John Hartwell spoke in support of this recommendation. He noted that when he was on the Board of County Commissioners, they asked the EDC what they needed to encourage economic development and were told they needed to prezone some property. It has been seven years. He supports the recommendation and if all three cannot be approved, hopes that at least two of the nodes can be approved. Christie Clayton spoke on behalf of her family who own property in three of the areas being considered. She supports this proposal and asked that a decision not be delayed. The Board received this report as information. It will be placed on the Board of Commissioners December 21, 1993 agenda as a decision item. VIII. ITEMS FOR DECISION - REGIILAR AGENDA A. WATERSHED PROTECTION STANDARDS AND ZONING OF LITTLE RIVER AND CEDAR GROVE TOWNSHIPS No presentation was made on this item. Several citizens asked to speak to this item. Eleanor Kinnaird, Mayor of Carrboro, asked for clarification on commercial development in the critical areas. Planner Mary Willis stated that 10 there is no area in the critical areas where commercial development is allowed. She made reference to the table on page 32 of the agenda and noted that they prefer option 1 and would like for that to be reworded to say that detention ponds are not allowed instead of not required. Also, she asked that #2 on page 34 say no commercial and no industrial. Marty Mondell indicated that in determining the stream buffer, the stream was not included in the calculation. She asked that the word "stream" be added back in the proposal. She asked that those items under "other uses" on page 5 be deleted. She does not agree with the wording of the "NOTE" on page six. She questioned the 50$ impervious surface and asked why this figure is so high. Commissioner Willhoit stated that they may want to consider putting churches in the "other nonresidential" category which allows a maximum of 12$ impervious surface, but leave fire stations and solid waste collection centers in a category that allows up to 50~ impervious surface and requires on-site containment of the first inch of stormwater runoff. A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Chair Carey that discussion on this item be continued for fifteen minutes and that the County Commissioners meeting be extended for thirty minutes. VOTE: AYES, 4; NOS, 1 (Commissioner Willhoit) NOTE: This motion failed because there must be a unanimous vote to continue the meeting beyond 10:30 p.m. B. CP-3-93 BOBBY RIRR. SR. AND JR. - POSTPONED C. REVIBED CIVIL RIGHTS ORDINANCE - POSTPONED D. MIDWAY FUNDING RE VEST (This item was considered at the beginning of the Decision Items) Ted Abernathy explained that last November, the Midway Development Commission began an effort to revitalize the midway area of Chapel Hill/Carrboro. Orange County provided $2,500 and $6,000 was contributed by the Town of Chapel Hill. In August, Harvey Reid, President of the Commission, reported to the County Commissioners on the progress to date and indicated a continuing need for funding. Harvey Reid distributed a report and said he has a video he would like the Commissioners to see. He stated that part of the problem in this particular community is unemployment and underemployment. They have created a community organization to address these problems and wish to become a non- profit development corporation with a community office. He summarized the report that was received by the County Commissioners. The requested $25,000 will help hire a fulltime staff person. Chair Carey said he would like to be sure that services will not be duplicated and also he would like to see a survey of businesses. Commissioner Insko feels the work is important and that Mr. Reid is providing leadership. She supports the County providing staff support to help in that effort. Chair Carey encouraged Mr. Reid to continue to refine what they are doing. E. STATUS OF CHAPEL HILL SENIOR CENTER AS A COUNTY MANAGED FACILITY (This item was considered at the beginning of the Decision items) A motion was made by Commissioner Gordon, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit that (1) the Board confirm that the Chapel Hill Senior Center is now 11 considered a part of a network of county-managed senior centers, and (2) the Board approve a thirty hour per week facility manager for the center. Commissioner Gordon said she is very impressed at what is happening at the Chapel Hill Senior Center and is pleased with the work being done by the staff and the senior citizens. The programs are going well and she supports the center. Chair Carey stated that this was not envisioned as a county-managed facility in the long range plan. He feels that further discussion needs to take place on this issue. Commissioner Willhoit stated that the Task Force on Southern Orange Senior Center Space proposed establishing a system of satellite centers. The Chapel Hill Senior Center has been enormously successful, but perhaps the Town of Chapel Hill can no longer meet their commitment to the plan which stipulates that the town provide staff for programming. Commissioner Insko asked for more information on what is expected from the Town of Chapel Hill. She needs information on why this is being changed from a private-non profit to a county managed facility. Chair Carey wants to know whether this is going to be the model or if they are going to try to provide the same level of service throughout Orange County. Commissioner Insko would like this item brought back. Chair Carey agreed that this Center has been successful. He questions if the County should provide staff since this endeavor started out being a partnership. John Link stated that when this Center was started, it was not clear how much staff would be needed. The real issue is that if it is an Orange County senior center, it needs staff support similar to the other senior centers. Bob Seymour feels that the relationship between Orange County and Friends needs to be further clarified. From the beginning, they were very much involved with the Dept. on Aging. When the need for this center was questioned, they felt the need to go ahead and raise money to so some of the things they need to do. They have become the flagship of the senior centers in Orange County. They are operating with a budget of $60,000 which is not County money. The Town of Chapel Hill pays the utility bills. Another issue that will need to be addressed is additional space. Commissioner Gordon suggested continuing the discussion on this item at the Board's retreat on Saturday, December il. The Board agreed. A motion was made by Commissioner Gordon, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to table this item until Saturday, December 11. VOTE: UNANIMOUS F. PYROTECHNIC8 PERMIT - UNC DEAN SMITH CENTER - POSTPONED IX. BOARD COMMENTB - NONE X. COUNTY MANAGER'S REPORT - NONE XI. APPOINTMENTS - POSTPONED XII. MINUTEB - POSTPONED XIII. E%ECUTIVB 8888ION - NONE XIV. ADJOURNMENT With no further items to discuss, Chair Carey adjourned the } 12 meeting. The next scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 11, 1993 at the Homestead Center in Chapel Hill at 8:30 a.m. Moses Carey, Jr., Chair Beverly A. Blythe, Clerk