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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 19960319APPROVED 511196 ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES REGULAR MEETING March 19, 1996 The Orange County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, March 19, 1996 at 7:30 p.m. in the OWASA community meeting room, Carrboro, North Carolina. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chair Moses Carey, Jr., and Commissioners William L. Crowther, Stephen H. Halkiotis and Don Willhoit COUNTY COMMISSIONER ABSENT: Commissioner Alice M. Gordon COUNTY ATTORNEY PRESENT: Geoffrey Gledhill COUNTY STAFF PRESENT: County Manager John M. Link, Jr., Assistant County Managers Rod Visser and Albert Kittrell and Clerk to the Board Beverly A. Blythe (All other staff members will be identified appropriately below) NOTE: All background information is in the permanent agenda files in the Clerk's Office. Recording tapes of the meeting are available for five (5) years. 1. ADDITIONS OR CHANGES TO THE AGENDA The Board added a resolution called "International Day Without Violence" to the agenda. II. AUDIENCE COMMENTS A. MATTERS ON THE PRINTED AGENDA Chair Carey said that citizens who have indicated a desire to speak to an item on the printed agenda will be recognized at the appropriate time. B. MATTERS NOT ON THE PRINTED AGENDA - NONE PUBLIC CHARGE Chair Carey dispensed with the reading of the public charge. III. BOARD COMMENTS Chair Carey made reference to a letter he received from Sheriff Lindy Pendergrass and asked that the Board support "Project Turnaround" as requested by the Sheriff. He also received a letter from Mr. B. B. Olive requesting that another committee be formed to look at alternatives to landfilling solid waste . He will write Mr. Olive to let him know that the appointment of another committee at this time is not an alternative. Commissioner Willhoit said that he called Mr. Olive and sent him a copy of the landfill reorganization proposal and invited him to make a short presentation at the April 18 JPA meeting. He reminded the County Commissioners of the meeting on March 30 on Landfill Mining. IV. COUNTY MANAGER'S REPORT John Link announced that the speed limit in the area of the A. L. Stanback School will be reduced to 45 miles per hour. V. RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS A. INTERNATIONAL DAY WITHOUT VIOLENCE Bob Gwyn commented that the intent of this resolution is to focus people's attention on eliminating violence and on solving problems without using violence. A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit to approve the resolution as stated below: RESOLUTION INTERNATIONAL DAY WITHOUT VIOLENCE WHEREAS, April 4 is the anniversary of the murder of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the great world leader and the best known American to use active nonviolence to oppose oppression, and WHEREAS, violence of all kinds - between family members, in schools, on the streets, at businesses - is causing major disruptions in the social fabric leading to fear and distrust, and WHEREAS, violence in other nations whether terrorist or armed conflict is causing widespread loss of life and destruction of property and is directly involving American armed forces and civilians, and WHEREAS Orange County has taken a leadership role in North Carolina in its efforts to curb violence, establishing conflict resolution and many other efforts to resolve conflicts and maintain a civil and compassionate community, THEREFORE, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners joins other communities throughout the United States and other nations in declaring April 4, 1996 as a "Day without Violence" and calls on the citizens of the county to redouble efforts, in the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and other great spiritual and political leaders devoted to nonviolence, to remove the causes of violence in our community and seek ways to join others in our state and nation to restore civility to our families, relationships and communities. VOTE: UNANIMOUS VI. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS - NONE VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE VIII. ITEMS FOR DECISION - CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Commissioner Crowther, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to approve those items on the Consent Agenda as stated below: A. APPOINTMENTS Arts Commission - Reappointment of B. Gerald Murfree, Kathleen Buck and V. Dianne Pledger for terms ending March 30, 1999 Equalization and Review - Appointment of Thomas Heffner and Reg Morgan for the duration of the 1996 session Private Industry Council - Appointment of Kathryn Bryan for an unexpired term ending June 30, 1998 Recreation and Parks Advisory Council - Reappointment of Stella Maunsell and Andrew Joseph for terms ending March 30, 1999 Human Relations Commission - Reappointment of Leo Allison, Ann Johnson, Emlie Condon and Eddie Eubanks for terms ending December 30, 1998 Carrboro Planning Board - Reappointment of James Bateson for a term ending February 1, 1998 Hillsborough Planning Board - Reappointment of John Taylor for a term ending March 30, 1999 Orange County Planning Board - Reappointment of Elizabeth Walters and Cheri Rosemond for terms ending March 30, 1999 Historic Preservation Commission - Reappointment of Jean Anderson and Tom Allison for terms ending March 30, 1999 B. MINUTES The Board approved the minutes for January 29, February 12, 20 and 26, 1996 as presented. C. PETITION FOR ADDITION - TALLYHO TRAIL, KIT LANE, REYNARD ROAD, BRACE LANE, N. HOUND CT., S. HOUND CT. AND SALEM LANE IN CHAPEL HILL TOWNSHIP The Board approved the petition from NCDOT for approval of the addition of Tallyho Trail, Kit Lane, Reynard Road, Brace Lane, North Hound Court, South Hound Court and Salem Lane in Chapel Hill Township to the State-maintained Secondary Road System. D. BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT #5 The Board adopted the capital project ordinances as stated below appropriating impact fees for renovations of Hillsborough Elementary School: Source - Transfer from General Fund (1995-96) Appropriation - A. L. Stanback Renovations Transfer to Hillsborough Elementary School SCHOOLS $ 50,000 $ 50,000 ($50,000) (NEW) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - HILLSBOROUGH ELEMENTARY - ORANGE COUNTY Source - Transfer from Impact Fees Fund (1995-96) $ 423,750 Source - Transfer from A. L. Stanback Renovation (1995-96) 50,000 Appropriation - New Elementary School $ 473,750 VOTE ON THE CONSENT AGENDA: UNANIMOUS IX. ITEMS FOR DECISION - REGULAR AGENDA A. LEASE APPROVAL - 503 WEST FRANKLIN STREET At the February 20, 1996 Commissioners meeting, the Board requested information regarding proposed programming for the Skill Development Center. John Link indicated that the agenda abstract describes the programs, number of staff by agency, projected number of clients and funding contributions. The Board also authorized the Staff to pursue other options which might reduce the overall County cost. It has been determined by staff that one such option appears to be outright acquisition of the facility. It was the consensus of the Board to defer action on this item until after the closed session. X. REPORTS A. ADULT CARE HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE ANNUAL REPORT Randy Brantley, Chair of the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee, summarized the information in the agenda. The members of this committee donated over 450 volunteers hours and traveled over 1458 miles. The Committee worked on a local level and state level. The Regional J. Ombudsman Program and Governor and Mrs. Hunt gave a volunteer recognition reception at the Governor's Mansion in June. The Committee was recognized for the commitment of their members and caring service on behalf of long term care residents in Orange County. The Chair received special recognition for outstanding advocacy efforts for his work on behalf of all North Carolina Domiciliary Home Residents. B. RESTORATION OF THE NORWOOD-JONES LAW OFFICE The Board received a report on the condition of the Norwood-Jones Office, a historic building located on the corner of Margaret Lane and Court Street in Hillsborough and owned by the County. Members of the Preservation Fund of Hillsborough, Inc. asked that the Board give them permission to restore the building and that together they establish a time frame in which the County and Preservation Fund can work together on this worthy venture. They want to restore the building and open it to the public. They estimate the cost of restoring this structure at $30,000 to $40,000. A motion was made by Commissioner Crowther, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit to receive the report, approve proceeding and bring back a plan of action. VOTE: UNANIMOUS C. FY-1996-97 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS GOALS John Link presented for Board discussion the 1996-97 goals. He suggested holding a public hearing in April and adopting the goals the first meeting in May. Commissioner Crowther suggested three (3) additions. It was decided that the Board wil receive a report on conservation easements before adding this topic as a goal. A definition of sexual orientation for incorporating into the Human Rights Ordinance would be determined before forwarding to Raleigh for local legislation. With regard to strengthening the regulations for zoning violations, Geoffrey Gledhill said that he feels the increase in penalties provision will give this regulation more enforcement power. A motion was made by Commissioner Willhoit, seconded by Commissioner Halkiotis to hold a public hearing on these goals on April 16. VOTE: UNANIMOUS D. CHILD CARE SUBSIDY IN ORANGE COUNTY Michele Rivest, Executive Director of the Orange County Partnership for Young Children, gave this report which is in the agenda. She said that in Orange County two agencies, the Department of Social Services and Day Care Services Association, administer the various child care subsidies and scholarships that are available for low-income families. The majority of child care subsidy resources are directed toward assisting working poor families. She said that child care is the essential ingredient for families to be able to work, pursue an education or get job training. Michele Rivest talked about the cost of day care and why it is so expensive in Orange County. They expect the money received from the federal and state level to decrease. The total number of eligible children is estimated to be about 1,000 children. The current waiting list is 273. Because 50% of the families receiving child care subsidies earn $12,000, child care subsidies are critical to many families in Orange County. For every dollar invested in child care, the return is nine dollars. The report was received. XI. APPOINTMENTS Committee on Affordable Housing - This appointment was delayed until Chair Carey meets with the mayors to clarify what this committee will address. Orange County Planning Board - Commissioner Halkiotis nominated S.A.M. Brooks, Commissioner Willhoit seconded the nomination. VOTE: UNANIMOUS Commissioner Crowther made a motion to table the AT LARGE appointment until the next meeting so that Commissioner Gordon, who was out of town due to the illness of her mother, could participate. NOTE: This motion died for lack of a second Commissioner Halkiotis nominated Bob Strayhorn to the AT LARGE vacancy. This nomination was seconded by Commissioner Crowther. VOTE: UNANIMOUS XII. MINUTES -NONE XIII. CLOSED SESSION A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Chair Carey to go into Closed Session to instruct staff concerning the material terms of a proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by lease or purchase by Authority: G.S. Section 143-318.11 (a)(5) and to discuss matters relating to the location and/or expansion of industries within Orange County by Authority: G.S. Section 143- 318.11(a) (4) VOTE: UNANIMOUS A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit to adjourn the Closed Session and to reconvene into open session. VOTE: UNANIMOUS A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit to establish a public hearing date of April 1, 1996 or as early as possible to consider leasing the Georgia Pacific Building to Builders Supply Lumber Company. Said public hearing notice will include the conditions of the lease. VOTE: UNANIMOUS XIV. ADJOURNMENT With no further items to come before the Board, Chair Carey adjourned the meeting. The next regular meeting will be held on Thursday, March 21, 1996 for a bi-monthly work session at 7:30p.m. in the Government Services Center in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Moses Carey, Jr., Chair Beverly A. Blythe, Clerk CLOSED SESSION MINUTES ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MARCH 19, 1996 The Orange County Board of Commissioners met in closed session on Tuesday, March 19, 1996 at approximately 9:15 p.m. in the break area adjacent to the OWASA Community meeting room in Carrboro, North Carolina. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chair Moses Carey, Jr., and Commissioners William L. Crowther, Stephen H. Halkiotis and Don Willhoit. COUNTY COMMISSIONER ABSENT: Commissioner Alice Gordon COUNTY ATTORNEY PRESENT: Geoffrey Gledhill COUNTY STAFF PRESENT: County Manager John M. Link, Jr., Assistant County Manager Rod Visser, Economic Development Director Ted Abernathy and Purchasing Director Pam Jones A. PROPOSED CONTRACT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY The purpose of this item is to instruct staff concerning the material terms of a proposed contract for the acquisition of real property by lease or purchase. The Board discussed purchasing the property at 503 West Franklin Street. The Board, by consensus authorized the staff to proceed in negotiating a purchase agreement with the owners of 503 West Franklin Street in Chapel Hill. B. LOCATION AND/OR EXPANSION OF INDUSTRIES WITHIN ORANGE COUNTY The Board received a presentation by Ted Abernathy on the Georgia Pacific building and a summary of their options for future use of this building. C. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES FOR MARCH 19. 1996 A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Chair Carey to approve the minutes for March 19, 1996 as stated above. VOTE: UNANIMOUS ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Commissioner Halkiotis, seconded by Commissioner Willhoit to reconvene into regular session. VOTE: UNANIMOUS Moses Carey, Jr., Chair Beverly A. Blythe, Clerk