03-06-2023 Meeting Minutes BOC
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PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MARCH 6, 2023
MEMBERS PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT
Gordon Powell Katherine M. Cathey, County Manager
C. Derrick Sims Brenda B. Reaves, Clerk to the Board
Kyle W. Puryear S. Ellis Hankins, County Attorney
Charlie Palmer
Jason Thomas
The Board of Commissioners for the County of Person, North Carolina, met in
regular session on Monday, March 6, 2023 at 7:00pm in the Commissioners’ Boardroom
215 in the Person County Office Building located at 304 S. Morgan Street, Roxboro, NC.
Chairman Powell called the meeting to order. Vice Chairman Sims offered an
invocation and Commissioner Palmer led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Chairman Powell stated the County Attorney would like to add a Closed Session to
the Agenda for attorney-client privilege.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to add a Closed
Session to the Agenda for attorney-client privilege and to approve the agenda as adjusted.
PUBLIC HEARING:
REZONING/MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION RZ-01-22, A REQUEST BY TIM
GODWIN, TO REZONE A ±4.28-ACRE SITE (TAX MAP AND PARCEL NO. A63
409) WITH ONE UNIFIED ZONING DESIGNATION LOCATED
APPROXIMATELY 700-FT. SOUTH-SOUTHWEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF
ANTIOCH CHURCH RD. AND DINK ASHLEY RD AND DIRECTLY SOUTH
OF/ADJACENT TO THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 16 DINK ASHLEY RD:
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Sims and carried 5-0 to open the duly
advertised public hearing for a Rezoning/Map Amendment Application RZ-01-22, a request
by Tim Godwin, to rezone a ±4.28-acre site (Tax Map and Parcel No. A63 409) with one
unified zoning designation located approximately 700-ft. south-southwest of the
intersection of Antioch Church Rd. and Dink Ashley Rd and directly south of/adjacent to
the property located at 16 Dink Ashley Rd.
Planning & Zoning Director Chris Bowley shared the following presentation for the
Rezoning/Map Amendment Application RZ-01-22.
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Speaking in favor of the Rezoning/Map Amendment Application RZ-01-22, a
request by Tim Godwin, to rezone a ±4.28-acre site (Tax Map and Parcel No. A63 409) with
one unified zoning designation located approximately 700-ft. south-southwest of the
intersection of Antioch Church Rd. and Dink Ashley Rd and directly south of/adjacent to
the property located at 16 Dink Ashley Rd was the following individual:
Mr. Tim Godwin of 229 Edgar Street, Roxboro, and the applicant of the
Rezoning/Map Amendment Application RZ-01-22 stated he was available for questions.
He noted his plans to build a home for his family on the parcel being discussed.
There were no individuals appearing before the Board to speak in opposition to the
Rezoning/Map Amendment Application RZ-01-22, a request by Tim Godwin, to rezone a
±4.28-acre site (Tax Map and Parcel No. A63 409) with one unified zoning designation
located approximately 700-ft. south-southwest of the intersection of Antioch Church Rd.
and Dink Ashley Rd and directly south of/adjacent to the property located at 16 Dink Ashley
Rd.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Sims and carried 5-0 to close the public
hearing for a Rezoning/Map Amendment Application RZ-01-22, a request by Tim Godwin,
to rezone a ±4.28-acre site (Tax Map and Parcel No. A63 409) with one unified zoning
designation located approximately 700-ft. south-southwest of the intersection of Antioch
Church Rd. and Dink Ashley Rd and directly south of/adjacent to the property located at 16
Dink Ashley Rd.
CONSIDERATION TO GRANT OR DENY REQUEST BY TIM GODWIN, TO
REZONE A ±4.28-ACRE SITE (TAX MAP AND PARCEL NO. A63 409) WITH ONE
UNIFIED ZONING DESIGNATION LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 700-FT.
SOUTH-SOUTHWEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF ANTIOCH CHURCH RD.
AND DINK ASHLEY RD AND DIRECTLY SOUTH OF/ADJACENT TO THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 16 DINK ASHLEY RD:
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to adopt
Rezoning/Zoning Map Application RZ-01-22 and find that it is consistent with the adopted
Person County & City of Roxboro Joint Comprehensive Land Use Plan; specifically,
Guiding Principle 1.5 – to provide enhanced services for rural communities, Guiding
Principle 2.6 – to provide an attractive and diverse housing stock to attract workers at all
levels, and Guiding Principle 4.1 – to develop a coordinated approach to utility service
extensions.
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PUBLIC HEARING:
PETITION SUP-02-23, A REQUEST BY THE APPLICANT, ADAM RICHARD
OSBORNE, PROPERTY OWNER OF ±3.33-ACRES, LOCATED AT TAX MAP
AND PARCEL NO. A84A C1, C2, C3, C4, A27, AND A28, TO APPROVE SPECIAL
USE PERMIT SUP-02-23 IN A B-2 (NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING) ZONING
DISTRICT FOR A COMMERCIAL STORAGE FACILITY:
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to open the duly
advertised public hearing for Petition SUP-02-23, a request by the Applicant, Adam Richard
Osborne, property owner of ±3.33-acres, located at Tax Map and Parcel No. A84A C1, C2,
C3, C4, A27, and A28, to approve Special Use Permit SUP-02-23 in a B-2 (Neighborhood
Shopping) zoning district for a commercial storage facility.
The public hearing set to hear a request by Adam Richard Osborne, property owner
of ±3.33-acres, located at Tax Map and Parcel No. A84A C1, C2, C3, C4, A27, and A28, to
approve Special Use Permit SUP-02-23 in a B-2 (Neighborhood Shopping) zoning district
for a commercial storage facility required a quasi-judicial zoning decision whereby
witnesses are to be sworn in and subject to cross examination, no ex parte communication
and requires findings of fact.
County Attorney Ellis Hankins said this was a different sort of procedure noting the
first item was a legislative action and this one was not; he said this item was a special use
permit hearing and it was a quasi-judicial process where the Board acts more like a court,
more judicial than a legislative decision. He said this means the Board already has made a
legislative decision that commercial storage units in this zoning district are appropriate if
and only if the evidence in this public hearing shows that the four criteria that are listed in
the Planning Ordinance are satisfied. Mr. Hankins said testimony will be under oath and
the Board’s task is to consider the testimony and the other evidence and make those findings
of facts and vote on the issuance of the permit.
Chairman Powell administered the Oath of Sworn Testimony to the following
individuals who would offer testimony during the public hearing:
Chris Bowley and Adam Richard Osborne
Planning & Zoning Director Chris Bowley shared the following presentation for
Petition SUP-02-23, a request by the Applicant, Adam Richard Osborne, property owner of
±3.33-acres, located at Tax Map and Parcel No. A84A C1, C2, C3, C4, A27, and A28, to
approve Special Use Permit SUP-02-23 in a B-2 (Neighborhood Shopping) zoning district
for a commercial storage facility.
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Mr. Bowley said this was at the intersection of Pixley Pritchard Road and Oxford
Road on the south side of Oxford Road. Housing is considered very low density or very
rural in nature, but nonetheless these demands for more urban uses would be similarly
situated or properly located inside of a B-2 zoning district. These proposed storage units
would serve the residential uses out there. He said as far as he knew this use was a low
traffic generating land use noting the applicant could testify. Mr. Bowley said he did not
believe there would be an office but they may with a few parking spaces.
As illustrated on Exhibit A - General Map Pixley Pritchard Road is to the north; he
pointed out the utility easement, which is bisecting the property for a gas line easement,
which has existed for quite some time with lots of structures being built over the years. He
asked the Board to note, especially on Exhibit A that outside of this application, there needs
to be a recombination plat for this property that would remove the lot lines into a unified
tract. At that time the applicant may vacate that portion of the internal roadways, which
they have every right to do; he said the internal roadways shown here are public as platted
originally.
Mr. Bowley illustrated Exhibit B, an aerial photo noting the property has since been
cleared some time ago.
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Mr. Bowley described Exhibit C to show the Future Land Use designation for the
property as rural.
Exhibit D shows the existing zoning map on both sides of the road, fairly
symmetrical with good commercial depth.
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Exhibit E illustrated the current preliminary site plan included in the application, but
subject to change obviously with a recombination for the lot and whether they petition to
vacate the public rights of way, and whether they choose to add storm water, add access
points and move the building, etc.
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Chairman Powell asked the Board if there were any questions of Mr. Bowley at this
time to which there were none.
Speaking in favor of Petition SUP-02-23, a request by the Applicant, Adam Richard
Osborne, property owner of ±3.33-acres, located at Tax Map and Parcel No. A84A C1, C2,
C3, C4, A27, and A28, to approve Special Use Permit SUP-02-23 in a B-2 (Neighborhood
Shopping) zoning district for a commercial storage facility was the following:
Mr. Adam Osborne of 2334 Peed Road, Rougemont said this was a fast developing
area and stated this was a need for the future for the residents.
Vice Chairman Sims asked Mr. Osborne how many storage units and sizes he was
considering putting out there. Mr. Osborne stated initially there would be three buildings
with 9,000 sq. ft. total with varying sizes, from 5 x 5.5 to 10 x 20. Vice Chairman Sims said
there was some development not far from this parcel and that people would need somewhere
to store extra stuff that will not go in their house or garage or whatever; Vice Chairman
Sims stated it was a good idea and an opportunity for business. Vice Chairman Sims asked
about fencing in the area to which Mr. Osborne said that was the plan.
Chairman Powell asked if there was a requirement to fence the area to which Mr.
Osborne said no.
There were no individuals appearing before the Board to speak in opposition to
Petition SUP-02-23, a request by the Applicant, Adam Richard Osborne, property owner of
±3.33-acres, located at Tax Map and Parcel No. A84A C1, C2, C3, C4, A27, and A28, to
approve Special Use Permit SUP-02-23 in a B-2 (Neighborhood Shopping) zoning district
for a commercial storage facility.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Sims and carried 5-0 to close the public
hearing for Petition SUP-02-23, a request by the Applicant, Adam Richard Osborne,
property owner of ±3.33-acres, located at Tax Map and Parcel No. A84A C1, C2, C3, C4,
A27, and A28, to approve Special Use Permit SUP-02-23 in a B-2 (Neighborhood
Shopping) zoning district for a commercial storage facility.
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CONSIDERATION TO GRANT OR DENY REQUEST BY ADAM RICHARD
OSBORNE, PROPERTY OWNER OF ±3.33-ACRES, LOCATED AT TAX MAP
AND PARCEL NO. A84A C1, C2, C3, C4, A27, AND A28, TO APPROVE SPECIAL
USE PERMIT SUP-02-23 IN A B-2 (NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING) ZONING
DISTRICT FOR A COMMERCIAL STORAGE FACILITY:
A motion was made by Commissioner Palmer and carried 5-0 that the Board make
the four findings of fact as recommended in the agenda abstract and grant the Special Use
Permit (SUP-02-23) for the Osborne Storage Unit Facility, with the three recommended
conditions:
1. The Applicant obtains all required permits from the County Environmental
Health Department, Planning & Zoning Department, and Inspections
Department.
2. The Applicant obtains required permits from the North Carolina Department
of Environmental Quality and any other agency to achieve construction,
operations, and maintenance of the Subject Property.
3. The Applicant submit a separate site plan for a future phase within the ±3.33-
acre site, when future development is proposed.”
INFORMAL COMMENTS:
The following individual appeared before the Board to make informal comments:
Mr. Roger Faulkner of 79 Flat River Circle, Timberlake said he had people shooting
guns outside very close to his home. He asked the Board to consider adopting into law the
same outdoor shooting rules as Wake County has in place. He said Wake County updated
its ordinance to increase the minimum distance from a home, public building or livestock
in which a person may discharge a firearm from 100 yards to 300 yards. Mr. Faulkner said
that a stray bullet has not hit anyone however; he has neighbors that have had bullets hit
their home.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to approve the
Consent Agenda with the following items:
A. Approval of Minutes of February 6, 2023,
B. Approval of Minutes of February 15, 2023,
C. Request to Authorize the Contract for the Clearing and Grading of the Person County
owned North Park Site,
D. Budget Amendment #15, and
E. Resolution Authorizing Execution of Opioid Settlements and Approving the
Supplement Agreement for Additional Funds Between the State of North Carolina
and Local Governments on Proceeds Relating to the Settlement of Opioid Litigation
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NEW BUSINESS:
CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER UPDATE:
Meredith Peffley, Executive Director of CrossRoads: Sexual Assault Response &
Resource Center in Burlington and CrossRoads Board Chair Kelle Sisk provided the
following Child Advocacy Center Update as a follow up to the Board’s $100,000
appropriation to start a Child Advocacy Center in Person County. She noted Person
County’s funding was the largest county support known in the state to start a Child
Advocacy Center.
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Ms. Peffley said they have scheduled an open house for April 4 to which the Board
was invited.
Ms. Peffley said they needed six standards for provisional accreditation, and in two
years, when eligible, they will apply for national accreditation to which she was confident
they would attain.
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Ms. Peffley noted the house at 1011 N. Main Street in Roxboro has 1,300 sq. ft., and
she estimated it was built in the 1950s, which was indicative of the needed improvements.
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Ms. Peffley noted an additional $10,000 grant was received from the Human
Trafficking Commission.
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Ms. Peffley stated they have had their first forensic interview in Roxboro, which led
to an SBI arrest in Monroe with additional individuals to be prosecuted for human
trafficking.
Chairman Powell and Vice Chairman Sims both commented on the great job, great
cause and excellent report following a county appropriation.
PERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS FUNDING REQUEST:
County Manager Katherine Cathey recalled that in Oct. 2022, the Board of
Commissioners and Board of Education met to discuss PCS’s long-range facility needs
related to deferred maintenance, safety, and accessibility and projected growth associated
with new development. To address the most pressing needs and construct additional
classrooms, PCS’s request for debt funding totals $87 million through 2027. In Feb. 2023,
the two boards had a joint meeting to continue the discussion, and at the annual budget
retreat, the Board of Commissioners reviewed the school system’s requests and options for
funding. The following options for funding school facility improvements were developed
by staff and DEC Associates, the County’s financial consulting firm.
Ms. Cathey stated approval by the Board of Commissioners was needed to move
forward with issuing debt to fund one of the options outlined above. The financing schedule
indicates construction bids must be advertised in May in order to issue debt in Oct. 2023.
PCS has worked with a design and engineering firm to prepare for the bond issuance for the
PHS Project to address various ADA and safety concerns at Person High School. They will
need to resume this work in the next few weeks to meet the May deadline for advertising
construction bids.
Ms. Cathey noted the chart below summarizes the requests and next steps.
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Ms. Cathey request the Board of Commissioners to discuss the requests and funding
options and to decide whether to move forward with debt financing and if so, which option
to fund at this time. Following a formal decision with a debt financing, a resolution for the
issuance of debt would be on the Board’s March 20, 2023 meeting agenda.
Commissioner Puryear asked Ms. Cathey about the annual tax bill impact with a tax
increase. Ms. Cathey described the impact on an annual tax bill based on the median home
value of $146,900 with the following chart.
Impact on Annual Tax Bill
Median value:
$146,900 Person
County Property Fire Total Increase
Options 1 & 2
(no increase) Tax Rate 0.7200 0.0500 0.7700
$ 0.00
Total Taxes $ 1,057.68 $ 73.45 $ 1,131.13
Option 3
(+0.25¢ Tax Rate 0.7225 0.0500 0.7725
$ 3.67
Total Taxes $ 1,061.35 $ 73.45 $ 1,134.80
Option 4
(+0.50¢) Tax Rate 0.7250 0.0500 0.7750
$ 7.35
Total Taxes $ 1,065.03 $ 73.45 $ 1,138.48
Option 5
(+7.25¢) Tax Rate 0.7925 0.0500 0.8425
$ 106.50
Total Taxes $ 1,164.18 $ 73.45 $ 1,237.63
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Commissioner Puryear asked the Finance Director Amy Wehrenberg about the
County’s past debt capacity. Ms. Wehrenberg stated in both 1999 and 2000, the County
financed $10M each year to fund the new construction of Stories Creek Elementary School
and Helena Elementary School respectively. More recently in 2016 and 2018, the County
financed the public safety towers with school projects also bundled with the tower financing.
Chairman Powell asked Ms. Wehrenberg if she was confident about the funding options
provided to which she affirmed.
Commissioner Puryear asked Dr. Rodney Peterson, Superintendent for Person
County Schools about funding options 1, 2 or 3 and not the full funding request to which he
stated the schools would need to prioritize the ADA and security needs.
Vice Chairman Sims asked Dr. Peterson about ADA law in effect and compliance
in school facilities to which he responded that a complaint could easily be filed noting they
have patient and compassionate parents. Dr. Peterson said the facilities are old and when
built, the ADA laws was not in effect; he added they have made some needed modifications
to accommodate situations like installing ramps for accessibility.
Commissioner Thomas asked Dr. Peterson how many students have special needs
to which he answered that over 100 students were served (17% of the student population)
with cluster classrooms at Person High School, Southern Middle School, Stories Creek
Elementary School and South Elementary School. He noted state funding for this
population is 12.75% with local funding used for the remaining needs.
A motion was made by Commissioner Palmer to proceed with a debt financing for
Option #4 with a 0.50-cent tax increase for $38,985,000 in total projects with $12,745,000
financed in 2023, $12,085,000 financed in 2025 and $14,155,000 financed in 2027.
Vice Chairman Sims and Commissioner Puryear voiced concerns of raising taxes
early in the budget process and the unknown of what would be needed to set the new budget.
A substitute motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 4-1 to
proceed with a debt financing for Option #3 with a 0.25-cent tax increase for $38,255,000
in total projects with $12,745,000 financed in 2023, $11,715,000 financed in 2025 and
$13,795,000 financed in 2027. Commissioner Palmer cast the lone dissenting vote.
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PERSON COUNTY MUSEUM OF HISTORY FY23 FUNDING REQUEST:
County Manager Katherine Cathey stated on Feb. 21, 2023, Carrie Currie, the
executive director of the Person County Museum of History, made a presentation to the
Board of Commissioners and requested a one-time appropriation of $20,000 in FY23 to
address several emergent and timely issues that impact the longevity of the organization.
County funding would be used to support campus infrastructure updates and some
operational expenses to enable proper staffing and additional fundraising to move toward
the goal of self-sustainability.
Description Amount
Long/Woody House Development Phase 1 $7,000
Safety Measures & Campus Needs Phase 1 $3,000
Campus Sign Updates Phase 1 $1,250
Recurring Operational Expenses – Insurance, Security Monitoring, Phone & Internet, Support
& Operations
$8,750
TOTAL FY23 $20,000
Ms. Cathey presented an Agreement reviewed by both the County Attorney and the
executive director of the Museum noting a revised Agreement was placed at their seats with
feedback from both. The Agreement outlines the expectations for the use of one-time
funding if approved by the Board. Ms. Cathey recommended the funding from FY23
undesignated contingency (remaining balance: $24,503) for this purpose.
In addition, the Museum made a request for financial support in the amount of
$40,000 in FY24 to be used to continue capital improvements and support some operational
expenses. The request for FY24 funding will be considered during the annual budget
process.
Ms. Cathey asked the Board to consider the Museum’s request and the proposed
agreement.
Commissioner Puryear asked the Board to recuse him from the vote(s) due to his
wife’s role as a board member for the museum to which the Board consented.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Sims and carried 4-0 to appropriate $20,000
from the County’s FY23 Undesignated Contingency to the Museum of History.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Sims and carried 4-0 to approve the revised
Agreement as presented.
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CHARTERS OF FREEDOM:
County Manager Katherine Cathey noted that on July 18, 2022, David W. Streater,
PhD, Education Director with Foundation Forward presented a proposal to the Board of
Commissioners to build a replica of the Charters of Freedom in Person County. Foundation
Forward’s mission is to build replicas of the Charters of Freedom across the United States,
synonymous with the originals, in the National Archives in Washington, DC. The founding
documents include the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, and the
Bill of Rights.
The scope of the project is to design and build replicas that are central and open to
the community 24/7, with high visibility, voluminous foot traffic, and easy access for
schoolchildren, veterans and all others. The displays are engineered and built to last 300-
500 years with all documents made to original size etched in bronze, each weighing 60
pounds and covered by engineered industrial viewing glass. The middle display measures
4’x16’ and each side display measures 4’x4’. Also included with the displays is a vault with
a time capsule sealed inside to be opened on Constitution Day, Sept. 17, 2087.
The Board voted to move forward with selecting a location and entering into a letter
of agreement to begin the process. Representatives of the county and Foundation Forward
toured and evaluated the following sites in Person County: 1) the Person County
Courthouse, 2) Huck Sansbury Recreation Complex, 3) the Person County Veterans
Memorial Park, and 4) the Person County Museum of History. Huck Sansbury was
identified as the ideal location due to its location, accessibility, and visibility.
Foundation Forward considers the Charters of Freedom settings to be a gift to the
county from Foundation Forward. There will be expenses incurred by the county. At a
minimum, the county will be responsible for site preparation to include removal of existing
sign, monument, shrubs, and sidewalk and ensuring the site is level and free of standing
water. The county will then be responsible for ensuring the site is accessible by restoring
the sidewalks. Adding electricity, landscaping, benches, etc. to enhance the area will be at
the county’s expense.
Ms. Cathey presented the following options with various approaches to completing
this project utilizing contractors, employee and volunteer resources, along with purchased
and donated materials.
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Option 1
Project Components
Completed by Estimated
County
Expenses
Site preparation (clearing, grading and relocation of
existing features)
Contractor $5,000
Reconstruction of accessible approach and construction
of apron around settings
Concrete 35’X35’: $5,000
Labor for concrete: $4,000
Grading: $2,000
Gravel: $1,000
Contractor
$12,000
Landscaping (optional, pavers, shrubs, benches, etc.) –
$10/sq. ft.
Contractor $12,000
Electricity (optional, to light display cases and/or
flagpole)
Contractor $5,000
Flagpole and flag (optional) – New flagpole Contractor $7,500
Total $41,500
Option 2
Project Components
Completed by Estimated
County
Expenses
Site preparation (clearing, grading and relocation of
existing features)
Staff and volunteers
Value of staff time: $1,400
(4 employees, 16 hours
each)
$0
Reconstruction of accessible approach and construction
of apron around settings (labor, grading, construction,
and materials)
Concrete 35’X35’: $5,000
Labor for concrete: $4,000
Grading: $2,000
Gravel: $1,000
Contractor, staff and
volunteers
Donation
Contractor
Contractor
Donation
$6,000
Landscaping (optional, pavers, shrubs, benches, etc.) =
$5/sq. ft.
Contractor $6,000
Electricity (optional, to light display cases and/or
flagpole)
Donation $0
Flagpole and flag (optional) – Flagpole built from
reused light pole
Contractor $2,500
Total $14,500
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Option 3
Project Components
Completed by Estimated
County
Expenses
Site preparation (clearing, grading and relocation of
existing features)
Staff and volunteers
Value of staff time: $1,400
(4 employees, 16 hours
each)
$0
Reconstruction of accessible approach and
construction of apron around settings (labor, grading,
construction, and materials)
Concrete 35’X35’: $5,000
Labor for concrete: $4,000
Grading: $2,000
Gravel: $1,000
Contractor, staff and
volunteers
Donation
Donation
Donation
Donation
$0
Landscaping (optional, pavers, shrubs, benches, etc.) None $0
Electricity (optional, to light display cases and/or
flagpole)
None $0
Flagpole and flag None $0
Total $0
Ms. Cathey further noted that funding for this project was not included in the FY23
budget. To proceed with the project prior to July 1, the Board will need to appropriate
funding from undesignated contingency (remaining balance: $4,503) or fund balance.
The process of receiving a Charters of Freedom setting begins with signing the letter
of intent and establishing a point of contact (POC) whom Foundation Forward will
coordinate with throughout the process. Per the agreement, the POC must form a committee
for promoting community involvement and planning the Dedication Ceremony, Time
Capsule Ceremony, and any other related events. Foundation Forward's Resources and
Communications team will work with the POC and committee.
Ms. Cathey asked the Board to further discuss interest in moving forward and
timeline. Consider the following actions:
1. Approve location for Person County Charters of Freedom
2. Determine desired components (landscaping, electricity, flagpole, etc.)
3. Identify funding source for county expenses
4. Approve letter of intent
5. Designate a point of contact for the Charters of Freedom Project
A motion was made by Commissioner Palmer and carried 5-0 to approve the Huck
Sansbury Park as the designated location for the Charters of Freedom displays, to approve
Option 3 as presented to be completed by staff, volunteers through donations, to appropriate
the remaining FY23 Undesignated Contingency Funds of $4,503 to this project, to approve
the letter of intent and to designate Recreation, Arts and Parks Director John Hill as the
point of contact for the Charters of Freedom Project.
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CHAIRMAN’S REPORT:
Chairman Powell reported a hearing for public comments on March 13, 2023 at
7:00pm in the Superior Courtroom at the Person County Courthouse related to an
application of Duke Energy Progress for an electric service adjustment and increase in its
rates.
Chairman Powell requested the Clerk to send along some proposed dates for the
budget work sessions to get on their calendars.
Chairman Powell noted this was severe weather awareness week and urged citizens
to get ready for such emergencies.
Chairman Powell recognized March being designated for Women’s History Month
and wanted to acknowledge the importance of women in our country and in Person County.
MANAGER’S REPORT:
County Manager Katherine Cathey had no report.
COMMISSIONER REPORT/COMMENTS:
Vice Chairman Sims thanked all the presenters and said he was looking forward to
seeing the improvements at the Museum of History.
Commissioner Palmer stated appreciation to hear from the public of its concerns and
interest in moving Person County forward.
Commissioner Puryear had no report.
Commissioner Thomas thanked Dr. Rodney Peterson, Superintendent for Person
County Schools for his efforts noting Person County was lucky to have him. He said the
Board made a good decision for the schools.
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CLOSED SESSION #1
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to enter into Closed
Session #1 at 8:29pm per General Statute 143-318.11(a)(3) for the purpose to consult with
the county attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege with the following
individuals permitted to attend: County Attorney Ellis Hankins, County Manager Katherine
Cathey, Clerk to the Board Brenda Reaves and Planning & Zoning Director Chris Bowley.
Chairman Powell called the Closed Session #1 to order at 8:31pm.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to return to open
session at 8:45pm.
ADJOURNMENT:
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Sims and carried 5-0 to adjourn the meeting
at 8:45pm.
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Brenda B. Reaves Gordon Powell
Clerk to the Board Chairman