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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 199406061 APPROVED 9/6J94 MINUTES ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING JUNE 6, 1994 The Orange County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, June 6, 1994 at the Caldwell Community Center in Rougemont, North Carolina. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chair Moses Carey, Jr., and Commissioners Alice M. Gordon, Stephen H. Halkiotis, Verla C. Insko and Don Willhoit COUNTY ATTORNEY PRESENT: Geoffrey Gledhill COUNTY STAFF PRESENT: County Manager John M. Link, Jr., Assistant County Managers Albert Kittrell and Rod Visser, EDC Director Ted Abernathy, Deputy Clerk to the Board Kathy Baker, Clerk to the Board Beverly A. Blythe, Planner Emily Cameron, Finance Director Ken Chavious, Senior Citizens Program Administrator Kathy Kearns, Planner Eddie Kirk, Commission for Women Director Lucy Lewis, Social Services Director Marti Pryor-Cook, Public Works Director Wilbert McAdoo, Health Director Dan Reimer, County Engineer Paul Thames, EMS Director Nick Waters and Planner Mary Willis NOTE: ALL ITEMS REFERRED TO IN THESE MINUTES ARE IN THE PERMANENT AGENDA FILE IN THE CLERK'S OFFICE I. ADDITIONS OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA The appointments for the I-40/Old 86 Work Group and the Economic Development Commission were moved from the Consent Agenda to item XI Appointments. The minutes for May 2 and May 23 were removed from the agenda. The Board accepted a correction to the May 5 minutes. Items N "Establish Public Hearing Date for Rural Character Strategies" and Q "Process for Appointing Members to the Citizens' Advisory Committee on the Integrated Solid Waste Study" were removed from the Consent agenda and considered immediately following that agenda item. II. AUDIENCE COMMENTS A. MATTERS ON THE PRINTED AGENDA Chair Carey announced that citizens who want to speak to an item on the printed agenda will be recognized at the appropriate time. B. MATTERS NOT ON THE PRINTED AGENDA 1. COMMUNITY CONCERNS - NONE PUBLIC CHARGE Chair Carey read the public charge. III. BOARD COMMENTS Commissioner Halkiotis said that the intersection of Miller Road and NC86 is very dangerous and asked that the Manager contact the Department of Transportation to determine if something can be done to eliminate the confusion of entering NC57 from NC86. 2 IV. COUNTY MANAGERS REPORT John Link reported that the grading and cleaning of the lot behind the courthouse is complete. This will be a place for citizens to walk and enjoy the outdoors. O. RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS A. RESOLUTION IN SIIPPORT OF FAIR TREATMENT OF TOBACCO FARMERS Chair Carey reviewed the three changes as proposed by Commissioner Willhoit. They have been incorporated in the resolution as stated below. Commissioner Insko said that she is in favor of keeping the farm industry healthy in this country. However, everyone must recognize that this is a transition time for farmers. Commissioner Halkiotis stated that he and Chair Carey met with farmers whose families grow tobacco for a living. He feels that government must help farmers in this country before helping others in foreign lands. He emphasized that the number one drug is alcohol which should be taxed as much or more than tobacco. Commissioner Insko stated she is very supportive of anything the Board can do to support the transition process the tobacco farmers are in and offered to write a letter in support of diversifying this revenue stream. She will send a copy of this letter to Bill Breeze. Commissioner Willhoit noted he would like to know what the efforts are in terms of the Cooperative Extension Service in promoting horticulture and farming that have a large return on small tracts of land. He questioned the commitment of the tobacco industry to the farmer because tobacco is a 28 billion dollar industry with farmers accounting for two billion of that figure. The tobacco industry was importing tobacco from some of the third world countries and doing other things that really undermines the farmer. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to approve the resolution as amended and as stated below: ORANGE COUNTY RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF FAIR TREATMENT OF TOBACCO FARMERS WHEREAS, efforts are now taking place in Washington, D.C. to increase the federal tax on tobacco from 24 cents per package of cigarettes to as much as $1.49 per package; and WHEREAS, the President has proposed a health care reform plan that would be partially financed through an increase of 75 cents per pack of cigarettes; and WHEREAS, no other commodity in our nation is taxed at this rate; and WHEREAS, a 75 cent increase in the tax is expected to cause the loss of over 273,000 jobs and $8 billion in payroll nationwide; and WHEREAS, 31,242 of these jobs and $689.6 million in payroll would be lost in North Carolina alone; and 3 WHEREAS, Orange County, with approximately 255 tobacco farmers, 1,730 acres of tobacco grown annually and more than 3.5 million pounds of tobacco produced last year, has a significant economic and human stake in tobacco production; and WHEREAS, approximately six million dollars in income enters the Orange County economy from tobacco grown in this County; and WHEREAS, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners recognizes the importance of tobacco farming in the rural economy of Orange County; and WHEREAS, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners recognizes the plight of tobacco farmers in Orange County who must face declining support for their products and pressures related to switching to alternative crops. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Orange County Board of Commissioners supports the tobacco farmers, and all agribusinesses associated with tobacco in Orange County. The Orange County Board of Commissioners urges our Congressmen David Price and Melvin Watt, as well as our Senators, Lauch Faircloth and Jesse Helms, to reject the 75 cent per pack increase in the federal excise tax on tobacco and to strongly encourage the financing of health care reform more equitably, such as additional taxes on alcohol, firearms, etc. We urge our elected officials to adopt incentives and transitional support to encourage and assist family tobacco farmers to adopt alternative crops suitable for their area. We further urge our elected officials to support continued funding for the Tobacco Research Station in Granville County, North Carolina for its work on alternative uses of tobacco and alternative crops for tobacco farmers. We further urge our elected officials to educate other members in the bodies to which they were elected about the economic ramifications of such an increase in the tobacco tax. Be it further resolved that the Orange County Board of Commissioners encourages tobacco farmers to diversify their farming efforts as soon as possible and that the Orange County Board of Commissioners stands ready to assist in this effort. VOTE: AYES, 4; NOS, 1 (Commissioner Insko) B. RESOLIITION FOR NCACC ANNIIAL CONFERENCE The County Commissioners did not make any recommendations for the NCACC Annual Conference. 4 VI. 8PECIAL PRESENTATIONS - NONE VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE BLOCK GRANT Albert Kittrell explained that the State Department of Human Resources established the Home and Community Care Block Grant which became effective July 1, 1992. The grant did not create new funding streams, but combined funds appropriated to the Department on Aging, Department of Social Services and Joint Orange Chatham Community Action Agency to administer programs for senior citizens. The recommended funding plan for the 1994-95 fiscal year is $456 more than the 1993-94 fiscal year. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to close the public hearing. VOTE: UNANIMOUS A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Insko to approve the 1994-95 Home and Community Care Block Grant Funding Plan as endorsed by the Home and Community Care Block Grant Advisory Committee and as included in the agenda abstract. VOTE: UNANIMOUS VIII. ITEMS FOR DECISION - CONSENT AGENDA Items "N" and "Q" were removed and considered immediately following the Consent Agenda. A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to approve those items on the Consent Agenda as listed below: A. BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT #12 The Board approved amendments to the 1993-94 Budget Ordinance and grant project ordinances for the Department on Aging, Community Development program and Section 8 as stated below: GENERAL FUND Source - Intergovernmental $ 9,198 Appropriation - Human Services 9,198 (To receive State DOT funds to promote rural public transportation) Source - Intergovernmental $ 4,775 Appropriation - Human Services 4,775 (To receive Triangle J COG health promotion funds for the Department on Aging) Source - Charges for Services $ 2,253 Appropriation - Human Services 2,253 (To budget additional fees for Community Based programs in the Department on Aging) Source - Miscellaneous Revenue $ 1,460 Appropriation - Human Services 1,460 (To budget donations received by the Dept. 5 on Aging to purchase fans for low income senior citizens) Source - Intergovernmental $ 1,641 Appropriation - Human Services 1,641 (To budget for additional Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) ACTION funds received by the Department on Aging) SENIOR CITIZEN HEALTH PROMOTION PROGRAM GRANT PROJECT ORDINANCE Source - Year 1 Grant Funds $ 32,539 Appropriation - Human Services - Senior Citizen 32,539 Health Promotion MAGNOLIA PLACE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT Source - Intergovernmental - Magnolia Place $250,000 Block Grant Appropriation - Magnolia Place Grant Project 250,000 SECTION 8 BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM GRANT PROJECT ORDINANCE Source - Intergovernmental $ 2,815,836 Appropriation - Rental Assistance 2,535,943 Appropriation - Administration 279,893 B. AMENDMENT TO THE CONSOLIDATED CONTRACT FOR 1994-95 TO EJCTEND THE EARLY PERIODIC SCREENING DIAGNOSTIC TESTING (EPSDT) PROJECT The Board accepted a $10,000 grant from the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources to provide "bridge" funding to continue the EPSDT Outreach program (Health Check) and two permanent, time- limited positions associated with this program through September 30, 1994 and authorized the Chair to sign the contract amendment and the budget. C. EBTENSION OF PERMANENT, TIME-LIMITED MATERNITY CARE COORDINATION POSITION The Board extended an existing, time-limited, Maternity Care Coordination position for one additional year. This position will provide case management services for an average monthly caseload of 36 prenatal patients covered by Medicaid and an average monthly caseload of 20 child service coordination clients in order to reduce poor birth outcomes. D. MILL POINTE PRELIMINARY PLAN The Board approved the Preliminary Plan for Mill Pointe subject to the conditions contained in the Resolution of Approval as attached to these minutes on pages E. HICKORY HILL PRELIMINARY PLAN The Board approved the Preliminary Plan for Hickory Hill Sub- division, including item B7, subject to the conditions contained in the Resolution of Approval as attached to these minutes on pages 6 F. PROPERTY OF HOMER R. TAPP AND JACR C. TAPP PRELIMINARY PLAN The Board approved the Preliminary Plan for the property of Homer R. Tapp and Jack C. Tapp with a public road built to State standards and the conditions listed in the Resolution of Approval as attached to these minutes on pages G. 1993-94 AIIDIT CONTRACT The Board awarded and authorized the Chair to sign a contract to perform the audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1994 to Deloitte & Touche for $52,500. H. APPOINTMENTS The Board approved the following appointments: BOARD OF HEALTH Cleon Currie - reappointed for a term ending 6/30/97 Richard Marinshaw -reappointed for a term ending 6/30/97 B. Crowder-Gaines - reappointed for a term ending 6/30/97 ADVISORY BOARD ON AGING Ruth Stroud - reappointed for a term ending 6/30/97 Alice McAdoo - reappointed for a term ending 6/30/97 Mary Bacon - reappointed for a term ending 6/30/97 OPC MENTAL HEALTH J. Gregory Olley - appointed for a term ending 6/30/98 AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT ADV. BOARD Robert Strayhorn - reappointed for a term ending 6/30/97 Chris Hogan - reappointed for a term ending 6/30/97 CH/CARRBORO VISITORS BUREAU James A. Harler - appointed for an unexpired term ending 12/30/97 ORANGE-CHATHAM COUNTY CRIMINAL JUSTICE PARTNERSHIP WORRGROUP (short-term committee) Lindy Pendergrass John Link Carl Fox Tom Maynard WATER AND SEWER SERVICE AREA BOUNDARY (short-term committee) Michael Nelson Jay Bryan Randy Marshall (Alt) I. MINUTES The Board approved the minutes for May 5, 1994. J. RESCUE FRANCHISE APPLICATIONS The Board approved the franchises for Orange County Rescue Squad to provide vehicle extrication rescue and for South Orange Rescue Squad to provide vehicle extrication, high/low angle, and water rescue. R. CONTRACT FOR THE SMART START PLANNING GRANT The Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign an agreement between the Health Department and Ms. Laura Oberkircher, a private contractor, 7 to assess the need for and evaluate the feasibility of a universal home visiting program for families with newborns in Orange County subject to the final review and approval of contract language by the County Attorney. L. CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT AND THE UNC SCHOOL OF PHARMACY The Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign a contract with the UNC School of Pharmacy to provide consultant pharmacy services which are required by law in order for the Health Department to dispense prescription medications to its patients, subject to final review and approval of contract language by the County Attorney. M. PUBLIC SCHOOL BIIILDING FUND APPLICATION The Board approved and authorized the Chair to sign the application for $381,190 in Public School Building Capital Funds for the Chapel Hill High School renovation project. N. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FOR SPECIAL MEETING JUNE 30, 1994 Removed from the Consent Agenda and considered immediately following the Consent Agenda. O. PETITION FOR FEDERAL AND STATE SOLID WASTE FLOW CONTROL LEGISLATION The Board approved the resolution as attached to these minutes on pages This resolution urges the North Carolina General Assembly and the United States Congress to adopt legislation facilitating local government control of the flow of solid waste. P. ORANGE COUNTY LANDFILL TIPPING FEES The Board approved 1994-95 tipping fees of $26/ton for mixed solid waste, $16/ton for ash and $5/ton for clean wood waste. NOTE: Carrboro Board of Aldermen did not approve the increase in tipping fees so they were not enacted for 1994-95. Q_ PROCESS FOR SELECTING CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON THE INTEGRATED SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT STUDY Removed from the Consent Agenda and considered immediately following the Consent Agenda. VOTE ON THE CONSENT AGENDA: UNANIMOUS ITEMS.. REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: N. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FOR SPECIAL MEETING JUNE 30, 1994 Commissioner Gordon stated that her understanding was that the rural character preservation strategies were going to be presented. It was not her understanding that there would be proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments. Marvin Collins explained that the Zoning Ordinance text amendments are related to the request from Commissioner Willhoit that the remaining 37$ of the County be rezoned to a base density of one unit per two acres. This 37~ cannot be singled out because of the overlay districts. The density average was added in case the Board wanted to include that on the agenda because it was a point of discussion by the Board at their last meeting. 8 Rather than having a flat minimum lot size requirement of two acres, it would allow a person to have varying sizes of lots provided the overall density did not exceed one per two acres. Commissioner Willhoit stated that proceeding in steps will speed up the process because if all the options presented in the rural character study (one acre lots, two acre lots, etc.), were to be considered at one time, it would be too complicated. He feels that once the base density is clarified, it will be a lot easier to move forward on the other parts of this program. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Insko to approve the notice for the public hearing scheduled for June 30, 1994. VOTE: AYES, 4; NOS, 1 (Commissioner Gordon) Q. PROCESS FOR SELECTING CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR THE INTEGRATED SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT STIIDY Commissioner Gordon asked why one member of this committee will be appointed by the Landfill Owners Group (LOG). Commissioner Willhoit explained that the composition is 9 voting members with 2 members each selected by the County, the Towns of Carrboro, Chapel Hill and Hillsborough and the ninth member appointed by the LOG. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to authorize the Clerk to solicit applications for two County appointments to the Solid Waste Planning Advisory Committee with the appointments being made on June 28, 1994. VOTE: AYES, 4; NOS, 1 (Commissioner Gordon) IX. ITEMS FOR DECISION - REGOLAR AGENDA A. MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM FOR ON-SITE ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY WASTE TREATMENT SYSTEMS (Waste Treatment Monitoring Program) Commissioner Gordon and John Link noted that the correct title for this program is the Waste Treatment Monitoring Program. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Chair Carey to approve the Manager's recommendation with option 1. Commissioner Insko stated she feels that a process needs to be put in place that will let these systems be a viable alternative to water and sewer. There is growth coming into the County and all parts of the County do not have access to water and sewer. She feels that there needs to be a viable option for alternative wastewater treatment systems which must be inspected so they don't fail. She is more concerned about the frequency of inspection than the fee that will be charged. The goal is to recover the cost for providing this service. She supports option 2 with a lower fee. Commissioner Willhoit clarified that his motion included the $55 and $30 fee. Chair Carey feels that the adoption of option 1 will not diminish or preclude citizens from using land that is marginal in terms of whether or not it will perk. What it will do is put in place a basic level of monitoring so the County can get a better data base on what is happening with alternative 9 systems. The revised fees still reflect full recovery of costs. In answer to a question from Commissioner Gordon on how this program will be implemented, John Link stated that the next step will be to come back to the County Commissioners for approval of the rules and operational procedures which will try to make it as straight forward as possible. A substitute motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Commissioner Gordon to approve option 1 for the DEH systems with the $55 and $30 fee. Commissioner Willhoit feels that people should be given the benefit of the doubt and if the reports are not accurate to address that issue. He remains in support of option one. In response to receiving copies of the reports from DEM, Dan Reimer stated that the reports must be physically copied in Raleigh. Commissioner Willhoit asked that copies of the reports be obtained. Chair Carey feels that the citizens should be given the benefit of the doubt and that the ability to deal with the DEM will be based on what the County does with the information they receive from DEM and the County's involvement in the construction and design of these systems. He feels that there should be an agreement with DEM to be sure the reports are received. VOTE ON THE SUBSTITUTE MOTION (DEH Systems only): UNANIMOUS A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Chair Carey to approve the Manager's recommendation for option 1 for the DEM systems. VOTE: AYES, 4; NOS, 1 (Commissioner Insko) A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Commissioner Gordon to (1) request that the Board of Health and support staff develop a Memorandum of Agreement with DEM which does not commit Orange County to assuming unwanted DEM responsibilities but which will allow Health Department staff to participate in (a) the review and approval process for DEM system design and siting, (b) inspection/oversight of new system construction, (c) periodic field inspection of system operations, (d) review of system operational reports for indications of permit non-compliance, (e) instigation of enforcement proceedings as necessary, (2) direct staff to develop local rules, regulations, etc., that can implement financial surety strategy for approval by the County Commissioners and (3) adopt the revised fee structure for initial and follow-up system inspections. VOTE: UNANIMOUS B. MEMBERSHIP IN UPPER NEUSE BASIN ASSOCIATION On August 17, 1993, the County Commissioners gave its conceptual support for addressing water quality concerns in the Falls Lake Watershed. As a Corporate member, Orange County may appoint a member and an alternate to the Association Board of Directors. Annual Association dues will be established. John Link recommended that Marvin Collins recommend a staff person to attend the meetings as time permits. Commissioner Willhoit offered to represent the County Commissioners on this Board and Commissioner Halkiotis will serve as alternate. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Insko to approve participation in the Upper Neuse Basin 10 Association in accordance with the resolution as stated below: RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INTERLOCAL UPPER NEUSE RIVER BASIN ASSOCIATION, INC. WHEREAS, Orange County is committed to the preservation and protection of the present high quality of water in the Upper Neuse River Basin; and WHEREAS, Orange County recognizes the increasingly complex nature of water quality management issues in the Upper River Neuse Basin; and WHEREAS, the basic objective of the Upper Neuse River Basin Association is to preserve the water quality of the Upper Neuse River Basin through innovative and cost-effective pollution reduction strategies by forming a coalition of units of local governments and other public and private agencies, organizations, businesses and individuals to pool financial resources and expertise; and WHEREAS, Orange County desires to cooperate with other local government entities to improve the efficacy of pollution reduction strategies and programs in the Upper Neuse River Basin. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Orange County Board of Commissioners during its regular meeting on June 6, 1994 authorized Orange County to participate as a member in full in the activities of the Upper Neuse Basin Association effective June 7, 1994. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Moses Carey, Jr. is authorized to sign all documents required for Orange County to participate as a member in full in the Upper Neuse River Association. VOTE: UNANIMOUS C. REVISED CIVIL RIGHTS ORDINANCE AND ACCOMPANYING RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE HIIMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Lucy Lewis presented for Board consideration of approval the revised Civil Rights Ordinance which is based on comments received from Chapel Hill and Carrboro public officials, legal staff and HUD. The Human Relations Commission approved the revised Ordinance with one change. She made reference to the definition of employer on page five and said that it has been revised to clarify that all local governments are included. The County will develop a referral arrangement with another agency to handle any discrimination complaints from County employees. With reference to marital status, the Human Relations Commission reviewed this section of the Ordinance based on the request from the Carrboro Board of Aldermen and decided to leave this out at this time. There is a case pending before the U.S. Supreme Court on the issue of marital status and they wanted to wait the outcome of this case. On page 47 of the Ordinance, HUD suggested adding a provision stating that the complainant and the respondent may elect to have a housing discrimination complaint settled in a civil court with the Commission providing legal advice. The Human Relations Commission strongly recommends that the intent of the Ordinance be to provide for a less expensive process. They are currently discussing this with HUD to reach an agreement. The recommendations from the Human Relations Commission are (1) approve the Ordinance and (2) approve a timetable with phase one beginning on 11 January 1, 1995 and phase two which adds employment be phased in on January 1, 1996, (3) go back to the General Assembly to request enabling legislation which will include sexual orientation as a protected class. This will be contingent upon the development of a coalition effort with other Human Relations Commissions and community groups who want to support that kind of legislation and a development of a multi-county collaborative effort to support that kind of enabling legislation, and (4) that the County Commissioners support the necessary staff to make this an effective ordinance with two full-time personnel. In response to a concern expressed by Commissioner Gordon, Lucy Lewis said that policies and procedures will be developed which are to be approved by the commissioners, that will spell out the composition of the panel in terms of geographical representation and diversity as well as the methods by which they operate. A motion was made by Commissioner Gordon,. seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to extend the timeline from ten days to fifteen days for a respondent to file an answer to a complaint. Lucy Lewis indicated she is trying to parallel the federal timelines. The goal is to make it work efficiently and quickly. THIS MOTION WAS WITHDRAWN A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Chair Carey to approve the Manager's recommendation as stated in the abstract. VOTE: UNANIMOUS D. SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES PRINCIPLES A motion was made by Commissioner Gordon, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit to approve a policy outlining sustainable community principles which could be used to evaluate local programs and policies. Commissioner Insko offered an amendment to the second sentence which was included in the policy as attached to these minutes on page VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT: UNANIMOUS VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION WITH THE AMENDMENT: UNANIMOUS E. EMERGENCY HOSPITAL COSTS John Link asked that the Board consider paying the emergency hospital costs incurred by a County jail inmate who was injured during an escape attempt at the County Courthouse. The costs incurred amounted to $24,946.92. These costs have been billed to Orange County, pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 153A-225 which makes County jails responsible for emergency medical care for those persons in custody. He explained that it would not be cost effective to try to recover the costs from the person. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Insko that these expenses be paid from the County Contingency Fund. VOTE: AYES, 4; NOS, 1 (Commissioner Halkiotis) The Board asked that a resolution for health care for inmates be developed for them to present to the General Assembly. ~' 12 X. REPORTS A. TRIANGLE J COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS REPORT Kimberly Brewer, Interim Director of Triangle J, gave a brief report on the projects benefiting Orange County. This list is in the agenda. B. NEST STEP PLAN - ORANGE COUNTY PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUNG CHILDREN John Walker from the Orange County Partnership for Young Children presented this report. He outlined what had been accomplished with the funds received from the Smart Start grant. He presented "The Next Step Plan" which was developed by the partnership and identifies the types of activities intended to be funded under the Smart Start Initiative for fiscal year 1994- 95. A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit to endorse the Next Step Plan for fiscal year 1994-95. VOTE: UNANIMOUS 8I. APPOINTMENTS OWASA BOARD A motion was made by Commissioner Insko to appoint Judy Cox three year term ending June 30, 1997. VOTE: UNANIMOUS Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by to the OWASA Board of Directors for a ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Commissioner Willhoit nominated Lilyn Hester Commissioner Gordon nominated Sarah Rubin and Bob Hall Chair Carey nominated Edward Siebert VOTE: Edward Siebert - 2 Lilyn Hester - 4 Sarah Rubin - 4 Bob Hall - 0 Lilyn Hester and Sarah Rubin were appointed as At-Large representatives for terms ending June 30, 1997. I-40/OLD 86 WORK GROUP Commissioner Gordon questioned the process of boards and commissions making recommendations for members of their specific board or commission to serve on other committees. It was decided that the County Manager and the Clerk will developed a policy for Board consideration at their August 8, 1994 meeting. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to appoint the following people to the I-40/Old 86 Work Group: Bill Waddell and Larry Reid representing the Orange County Planning Board Evelyn Lloyd and Allen Lloyd representing the Hillsborough Town 13 Commissioners Stuart Munson and Ken McLeroy representing the Hillsborough Planning Board Steve Yuhasz and Richard Williams representing the Economic Development Commission Commissioners Gordon and Insko representing the County Commissioners VOTE: UNANIMOUS BII. MINIITES -.NONE BIII. EBECIITIVE SESSION A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss litigation. VOTE: UNANIMOUS A motion was made by Commissioner Insko, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to adjourn the Executive Session and to reconvene into Regular session. VOTE: UNANIMOUS A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Chair Carey to reappoint Randy Brantley to the Domiciliary Home Advisory Committee for a two year term ending June 30, 1996. VOTE: UNANIMOUS %IV. ADJOIIRNMENT With no further items to discuss, Chair Carey adjourned the meeting. The next regular meeting on the calendar will be held on June 7, 1994 at 7:30 p.m. in Superior Courtroom for a public hearing on the Manager's recommended 1994-95 County budget. Moses Carey, Jr., Chair Beverly A. Blythe, Clerk