BOC Minutes September 9 2013
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PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEPTEMBER 9, 2013
MEMBERS PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT
Jimmy B. Clayton Heidi York, County Manager
Kyle W. Puryear
B. Ray Jeffers Brenda B. Reaves, Clerk to the Board
Frances P. Blalock
David Newell, Sr.
The Board of Commissioners for the County of Person, North Carolina, met in
regular session on Monday, September 9, 2013 at 7:00 pm in the Commissioners’
meeting room in the Person County Office Building.
Chairman Clayton called the meeting to order, led invocation and asked Vice
Chairman Jeffers to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Chairman Clayton requested to add an item for consideration for a NC Governor’s
Highway Safety Program Local Governmental Resolution. Commissioner Puryear
requested to add to the agenda consideration for the request by the Board of Education
for an additional appropriation of $100,000 funding for two technology staff positions.
Chairman Clayton also requested Board consideration to add to the agenda another
request by the Board of Education to discuss county acquisition of .67 acre tract of land
between 501 and Helena Elementary School for the purpose of emergency access
vehicles only.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to approve the
addition of the above noted items and agenda as adjusted.
PUBLIC HEARING:
ORDINANCE REGULATING ADDRESSING AND ROAD NAMING:
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Jeffers and carried 5-0 to open the duly
advertised public hearing related to an Ordinance Regulating Addressing and Road
Naming.
Assistant County Manager, Sybil Tate reminded the Board that at its August 19,
2013 meeting, the Board reviewed a draft of the proposed Ordinance regulating
Addressing and Road Naming which will update and combine the two county ordinances,
the Road Naming ordinance and the House, Building and Mobile Home Numbers
ordinance into one ordinance.
Ms. Tate noted as a result of bringing these services in-house, staff from EMS,
Planning, GIS and Building Inspections reviewed county ordinances that pertain to
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addressing and by unifying the ordinances into one ordinance further clarifies the process
for naming and assigning numbers and is a more user-friendly document for both staff
and citizens. Updating the ordinance enables the addressing system to work with the new
in-house addressing position.
Ms. Tate informed the Board that three changes have been made to the proposed
Ordinance regulating Addressing and Road Naming since the Board reviewed on August
19, 2013. The revisions that have been added are:
1. Requires buildings situated more than one hundred feet from the street front to
place a sign with the number near the walk, driveway, gatepost, etc. Section 504
B now states the following:
B. The numbers shall be conspicuously placed immediately above, on, or at
the side of the proper door of each building so that the number can be seen
plainly from the street on which the number is based. Whenever any
building is situated or is more than one hundred (100) feet from the street
front, and the number is not clearly discernible from the street line, or
vision of the building from the streets is otherwise obscured, the number
assigned shall be placed on a sign (minimum of six inches by eighteen
inches (6x18) attached near the walk, driveway or common entrance to
such buildings, and affixed upon the gatepost, fence, post or other
appropriate place so as to be easily discernible, and clearly identifies the
entrance to a property. Alternatively, numbers can be posted on an
individual US mailbox or US mailbox stand/post for the building if:
1. The US mailbox is distant and separate from any other US mailbox so
as to eliminate confusion as to specific ownership, and;
2. The US mailbox is located adjacent to the driveway or access to said
house or building, and;
3.That said house or building numbers are affixed to the US mailbox or
US mailbox post/stand in such a manner as to be visible and readable from
any and/or all directions from the road or street which it fronts, and;
4. That said house or building numbers on the US mailbox or US mailbox
post/stand are no less than three (3) inches in height.
Numbers painted or stenciled on the curb shall not be a lawful substitute
for the display of address numbers prescribed by this section.
2. The height for residential addresses numbers was increased from three inches to
six inches. Section 504 C now states the following:
C. Address numbers must be a minimum of six (6) inches in height for
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residential uses and shall be placed on the front of the building facing the
street or on the end of the building nearest the street so as to be visible
from the street on which the property fronts.
3. The height multiple dwelling units and nonresidential buildings address numbers
was increased from six inches to ten inches. Section 504 D now states the
following:
D. Numbers for multiple dwelling units and nonresidential buildings shall be
at least ten (10) inches in height and shall be placed on the front of the
building facing the street or on the end of the building nearest the street in
which the building is accessed.
In addition, Ms. Tate recommended amending the County fee schedule to include
a fee of $125 for road signs (road signs includes the post and the green road name sign).
Currently, the General Services’ budget pays for signs to be installed.
Ms. Tate noted in order for the Board to take action to adopt the Addressing and
Road Naming Ordinance at the September 9, 2013 meeting, the vote must be unanimous.
Otherwise, a second reading vote will be scheduled at the Board’s next meeting on
September 23, 2013 whereby the ordinance can be adopted with a majority vote.
Commissioner Newell inquired about existing addressing number signs in relation
to the new requirements. Ms. Tate stated existing addressing number signs would be
grandfathered unless just cause for a public safety concern existed that would be at the
discretion of the Addressing Coordinator. Commissioner Puryear pointed out under
Section 701 – Enforcement, item A: reads owners of building already constructed will be
required to comply with the ordinance therefore not grandfathering existing addressing.
Ms. Eithiel Estes, the new 911 Supervisor who will be responsible as the
addressing coordinator, told the Board the purpose of addressing and number signs is to
identify structures and to expedite services in the event of an emergency as well as
temporary power for new construction. Ms. Estes confirmed three or more structures for
living purposes require a road to be named. Ms. Estes told the group the process for
implementation is being reviewed by 911, Planning and Inspections staff for preliminary
and official addresses. Ms. Estes stated there have been some issues identified in Person
County based on road length and the number of houses on the road being in a numbered
sequential order. Ms. Estes confirmed any road names changes require a public hearing
with consideration given to historical significance and such impact to property owners.
Vice Chairman Jeffers asked about the appeal process due to the Addressing
Coordinator having so much discretion. Ms. Tate noted the initial appeal is with the
Addressing Coordinator and after that to the Board of Commissioners as outlined in
Section 402 – Street Names.
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Ms. Tate affirmed there is no cost associated with the proposed new ordinance
unless a new street requires a new street post with road name sign which is proposed to
cost $125 (fee proposed to be added into the County Fee Schedule).
Commissioner Blalock stated currently fire departments are taking applications
for the reflective house numbers and they should be advised of the regulation sizes. Ms.
Estes stated many fire departments provide this service because it helps them find the
residence in an emergency.
Vice Chairman Jeffers asked Ms. Estes the difference between a preliminary and
official address. Ms. Estes noted a preliminary address is based on the electronic digital
pin on the map using initial addressing from the early 1990s; a preliminary address is
considered an official address and will allow for a temporary power pole be set and for
construction to begin. Once the permitting process begins, a sketch is required depicting
any such structure to which a permanent address will be confirmed based on the front of
the structure. Commissioner Puryear recommended that staff revise Article II –
Definition of Terms to include preliminary address and official address as well as the add
a new section for the overall appeal process to cover both numbering and new street
names.
County Manager, Heidi York suggested with the substantial revisions
recommended by the Board, a further review can be brought back at the Board’s next
meeting for action.
There were no individuals present to speak in favor of or in opposition to an
Ordinance Regulating Addressing and Road Naming.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to close the
public hearing related to an Ordinance Regulating Addressing and Road Naming.
CONSIDERATION FOR ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE REGULATING
ADDRESSING AND ROAD NAMING:
It was the consensus of the Board to have the requested revisions to the Ordinance
regulating Addressing and Road Naming to be brought back to the next Board meeting
scheduled for September 23, 2013 for further consideration and action.
INFORMAL COMMENTS:
There were no comments from the public.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A motion was made by Commissioner Blalock and carried 5-0 to approve the
minutes of August 19, 2013.
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TAX ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT:
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Puryear and carried 5-0 to approve the
Tax Administrative Report noting the Releases for the month of July 2013.
NEW BUSINESS:
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND PERSON COUNTY ABC BOARD:
Mr. Dale Norris, General Manager of the Person County ABC Stores requested
the Board of Commissioners to approve a request to allow the ABC Board to establish a
Capital Improvement Fund in the amount of $100,000 to aid in purchasing land and
ultimately building a store. Mr. Norris stated the ABC Board is in the planning stage of
acquiring land and building a store noting the request would allow the ABC Board to
save to purchase land and reduce borrowing costs for the total project as well as reduce
the impact on the County budget in the long run. Mr. Norris stated there would be little
or no change to the profit distributions until the point of financing the project and
building.
Mr. Norris noted the ABC Board has maximized its working capital (inventory,
cash, payroll, revenues, taxes) according to the North Carolina General Statutes § 18B-
805 Distribution of revenue related to Alcoholic beverages control laws, highlighting
subsection (d) referring to working capital improvements which is currently set at
$495,000. Mr. Norris stated the ABC Board has approximately $275,000 set aside not
needed for operations.
Mr. Norris stated if the Board approves the ABC Board to establish a Capital
Improvement Fund in the amount of $100,000, the funds will be set aside immediately
with no impact of the approximately $169,000 sent to the County until such time a
borrowing takes place to build a new store to replace one or both of the current ABC
stores. The $100,000 represents savings of approximately 20% of the county
distribution saved over the last five years. Mr. Norris stated the ABC Commission
encourages ABC Stores to provide well-lighted, clean store to enhance the shopping
experience. Mr. Norris noted the County owns the current ABC stores, both of which do
not have a mortgage, to which the Board of Commissioners authorized the ABC Board to
conduct business. Mr. Norris gave the Board an overview of Vance County’s experience
to which the county allocation was reduced approximately 50% during their new store
construction to replace two stores with a higher distribution realized once the mortgage is
fully paid.
The group was unsure of the statutorily requirements allowed for a county and the
ABC Board, a separate entity, to join efforts for such venture.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to approve the
request to allow the ABC Board to establish a Capital Improvement Fund in the amount
of $100,000.
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WATER QUALITY RULES PLANNING AND EDUCATION GRANT:
Michael Ciriello, Planning Director for the Kerr-Tar Regional Council of
Governments (KTRCOG) stated a water quality rules planning and education grant
would be submitted and managed by the KTRCOG Planning Department. The purpose
of the grant is to assist existing local staff with supplemental staffing resources to ensure
that local governments and citizens are kept abreast of the water quality planning and
rule-making process. Commissioner Blalock asked Mr. Ciriello if this staffing resource is
a continuation of the work that Will Brooks is currently doing on a part-time basis. Mr.
Ciriello confirmed it is the same.
Mr. Ciriello confirmed no local funds are required for the grant. Mr. Ciriello
requested the Board action to adopt the Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments 205j
Grant for Environmental Planning Resolution in support of the KTRCOG application.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Jeffers and carried 5-0 to adopt the Kerr-
Tar Regional Council of Governments 205j Grant for Environmental Planning Resolution
in support of the KTRCOG application.
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PERSON COUNTY SCATTERED SITE:
Karen Foster, Community Development Planner for the Kerr-Tar Regional
Council of Governments (COG) presented the Bid Tabulation for three properties eligible
to participate in the scattered site project. Ms. Foster stated eligible bids have been
received and are ready for award pending verification of licensing and insurance. Ms.
Foster recommended that the bids be awarded in the following manner:
213 Gentry Street Clement Construction Company $33,450
1281 Denny Store Road Herman Rouse, LLC $77,000
446 Enos Slaughter Road Clement Construction Company $20,000
Ms. Foster requested Board approval of contractors noting both were Person
County contractors.
Commissioner Blalock asked if the bid projects were advertised in the newspaper.
Ms. Foster responded they do not advertise in the newspaper(s) noting the Kerr-Tar
Regional COG regularly solicits licensed contractors located in the region to participate
in the bidder’s list. Ms. Foster confirmed any interested contractors can contact her or
the COG office to submit license information for verification.
Commissioner Newell asked Ms. Foster what is being built. Ms. Foster stated the
scattered site projects includes housing rehabilitation of owner occupied dwellings that
are either reconstruction which involves clearing and rebuilding on the same land or
rehabilitation to bring the house up to code. Ms. Foster noted the funding is a HUD grant
through the state of NC Department of Commerce and Division of Community
Assistance.
Ms. Foster stated the new legislation does not include any funding for housing
rehabilitation.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Jeffers and carried 5-0 to approve the
recommended bids to be awarded and amounts as identified for the three properties
eligible to participate in the scattered site project as presented.
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CDBG MONTHLY REPORTING:
Karen Foster, Community Development Planner for the Kerr-Tar Regional
Council of Governments presented to the Board the CDBG monthly activities report and
a Monthly Performance Status Report for August 2013 that is due to be submitted to the
Division of Community Assistance.
Ms. Foster explained the process to the Board related to identifying eligible
applications for the deferred, forgivable loan to which is funded with approval of all
parties understanding the commitment that subject properties cannot be sold, given away
and maintained as the primary residence for a period of time as determined by the amount
of funding award. Ms. Foster stated the period of time ranges from seven to up to fifteen
years based on the amount of funding allocated to the rehab of the home.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Jeffers and carried 5-0 to accept the
monthly report as presented.
NC SOLAR CENTER GRANT FUNDING OPPORTUNITY:
Economic Development Developer, Stuart Gilbert noted a report at a recent
Economic Development Commission meeting from the Executive Director of Triangle
Regional Awareness referred to Person County as a maintenance county, which means
borderline to become a non-attainment air pollution county. Mr. Gilbert noted air
pollution is a negative issue and not good for attracting industry, the environment or the
citizens.
Because Person County is in threat of a potential violation of EPA air quality
emission standards, Mr. Gilbert stated Person County is eligible to apply for a grant from
the NC Solar Center that is due on September 10, 2013. Based on the requirements, staff
is requesting to apply for an 80% Air Emissions Grant from NC Solar Center to allow for
purchase of telemetry equipment and wireless 24-hour day information on Person County
Fleet. This will provide data and information about the most efficient routing for 40 of
Person County’s fleet vehicles. Vehicles in the following departments would utilize these
grant funds:
Person County Departments Requesting Telemetry
# vehicles
DSS
12
Parks
5
Public Health
20
Person Industries
1
Person County Tax office
2
Total Person County Vehicles
40
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Mr. Gilbert stated the overall costs in the first year of the program would include
the costs of telemetry which is equipment installed in a vehicle that tracks data for that
particular vehicle with the main purpose of the grant to reduce fuel emissions.
Mr. Gilbert outlined that Person County would be responsible for paying for 20%
match of the overall costs in the first year estimated at $35,120 for the equipment,
wireless costs and training for 40 vehicles. NC Solar Grant would pay for $28,096 of the
purchase cost of telemetry and the annual access charges for Person County 40 vehicles
amounting to 80% of the first year costs which could reduce the first year costs to Person
County to $7,024.
Mr. Gilbert predicted Person County would have $7,275 in fuel savings in the
first year based on actual fleet miles per gallon of the 40 vehicles by utilizing telemetry;
thereby the program would pay for itself in its first year. Mr. Gilbert noted however
Person County would be responsible for at least an additional six months past the first
year of wireless access costs estimated at an additional $8,160 yet compared to the
estimated fuel savings for the six-month period past first year estimated at $4,522.
Mr. Gilbert estimated Person County’s costs for the one and one-half year period
at $4,270.64 based on fuel savings alone. Person County would anticipate additional
benefits unrelated to air emissions by the use of telemetry, including better management
of fleet vehicles, complete supervisory knowledge of fleet vehicles status, including fleet
maintenance, location, speed and numerous other details. Mr. Gilbert stated the national
standard shows 13.2% savings by utilizing the telemetry program.
Following the one year and one-half period of commitment, the County would
have the option to terminate the program, continue the program or transfer the equipment
to other county vehicles with an installation fee only.
The air monitoring station in Person County is located at Bushy Fork Park.
Commissioner Blalock supported proceeding with this program and advocated for
education for the air quality issues to increase participation in emissions reduction
methods. Mr. Gilbert confirmed there would be no additional personnel required noting
the costs involved the telemetry equipment and monthly access charges.
County Manager, Heidi York added all departments were asked to respond with
interest in participating. Commissioner Jeffers inquired as to why the PATS did not
respond. General Services Director, Ray Foushee stated PATS vehicles may have some
type of tracking system or may have the ability with a new program in the near future.
A motion was made by Commissioner Blalock and carried 5-0 to authorize an
application be submitted to the NC Solar Center on behalf of Person County for an 80%
Air Emissions Grant.
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REVIEW OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS’ RULES OF PROCEDURES:
County Manager, Heidi York reminded the Board that at the Board of
Commissioners May 6, 2013 meeting, the Board voted 4-0 to extend the trial basis for not
requiring a second to a motion. Staff was directed to bring this item back for evaluation at
the first meeting in September. Ms. York requested the Board to evaluate the Board’s
decision to not require a second to a motion and to consider amending the Board’s Rules
of Procedure to reflect this change if appropriate.
It was the consensus of the Board to continue the rule of not requiring a second to
a motion and to amend the Board’s Rules of Procedure to reflect this change at the
December meeting. Ms. York suggested staff bring to the Board revisions to the Board’s
Rules of Procedures, i.e., consent agenda, etc. to the December 2, 2013 regular scheduled
meeting for consideration.
BUDGET AMENDMENT:
Finance Director, Amy Wehrenberg presented and explained the following
Budget Amendment.
Upon a motion by Vice Chairman Jeffers and majority vote (5-0), the Board of
Commissioners of Person County does hereby amend the Budget of the General Fund(s)
on this, the 9th day of September 2013, as follows:
Department Name Amount
Incr / (Decr)
EXPENDITURES General Fund
General Government 18,060
Public Safety 57,082
Human Services 16,856
Culture & Recreation 2,548
Transportation 23,910
Economic and Physical Development 3,166
Environmental Protection 392
Transfers to Other Funds 4,508
Contingency (113,348)
REVENUES General Fund
Other Revenues 13,174
EXPENDITURES
PI Community Rehabilitation Program
Fund and Material Recovery Facility Fund
PI Community Rehabilitation Program 5,882
Material Recovery Facility 1,176
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REVENUES
PI Community Rehabilitation Program
Fund and Material Recovery Facility Fund
Transfer from General Fund to PI 3,332
Transfer from General Fund to MRF 1,176
Other Revenues (PI) 2,550
EXPENDITURES Emergency Telephone System Fund 12,426
REVENUES Emergency Telephone System Fund
Fund Balance Appropriation 12,426
EXPENDITURES 4-H Program Fund 10,399
REVENUES 4-H Program Fund
Other Revenues 10,399
Explanation:
Transferring from Contingency/Insurance (-$113,348) the annual cost of vehicle insurance
coverage ($113,348); received insurance claim proceeds for damage to vehicles ($13,174);
appropriating fund balance in the E911 Telephone Fund for a GPS system which will fulfill the
County's needs for addressing and road mapping ($12,426); accounting for the transfers from
the General Fund to Person Industries and the Material Recovery Facility Fund for their portions
of the vehicle insurance coverage ($4,508), received insurance claim for damage to Person
Industries vehicles ($2,550); and recording donations received for 4-H programs ($10,399).
NC GOVERNOR’S HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM LOCAL
GOVERNMENTAL RESOLUTION:
Sheriff Dewey Jones stated the NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program for
funding will provide Person County a 50/50 match to update equipment (in-car cameras,
laptops) in some of the Sheriff’s fleet of vehicles that are outdated. Sheriff Jones stated
his Office will continue to participate in check points and complete all other requirements
mandated by the grant. Sheriff Jones noted the 50/50 match will be appropriated using
asset forfeiture funds.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Jeffers and carried 5-0 to approve the NC
Governor’s Highway Safety Program Resolution and the Agreement of Conditions as
presented.
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CONSIDERATION FOR THE REQUEST BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
FOR AN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION OF $100,000 FUNDING FOR TWO
TECHNOLOGY STAFF POSITIONS:
Chairman Clayton received a letter from the Board of Education Chairman
requesting an additional appropriation of $100,000 to the Person County Schools current
expense budget to fully fund two technician positions, increasing the schools’ technology
staff from six FTEs to eight FTEs. County Manager, Heidi York noted that this request
was included in the Board of Education’s Fiscal Year 2014 budget request and was not
recommended as it is an annual recurring expense for personnel positions for which the
County has no authority over. Ms. York confirmed the Fiscal Year 2014 budget did not
increase the local current expense funding however, increased the capital budget.
Commissioner Puryear noted his reason to add this item to the agenda was based
on his conversation with the Board of Education’s Chairman related to the need
additional IT staff help with school computer maintenance and usage. Commissioner
Puryear questioned the scope of the school’s 23 buildings, 6500 computers, 46 servers,
156 switches and 353 access points as compared to the County. Ms. York stated she did
not have that data readily available to compare. Commissioner Puryear advocated for a
good faith effort of 50/50 to appropriate one-half ($50,000) of the request contingent that
the Board of Education appropriate the other one-half ($50,000).
Chairman Clayton reminded the Board it would be a recurring expense for
positions which would increase the local current expense appropriation. Ms. York
reminded any such allocation would be at the discretion of the Board of Education as to
how they use the funding reiterating the County cannot mandate in any such manner.
Vice Chairman Jeffers stated his opposition to the additional appropriation due to
the County does not hire school staff.
Commissioner Blalock inquired as to the amount in the School’s Fund Balance.
Ms. York stated when the two governing bodies met jointly; the balance was
approximately $800,000.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and failed 2-3 to appropriate
$50,000 on the condition that the Board of Education matches such for the purposes to
hire two additional technology staff positions. Commissioners Puryear and Newell voted
in favor of the motion. Chairman Clayton, Vice Chairman Jeffers and Commissioner
Blalock cast the dissenting votes.
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CONSIDERATION FOR THE REQUEST BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
FOR PERSON COUNTY ACQUISITION OF .67 ACRE TRACT OF LAND
BETWEEN 501 AND HELENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE PURPOSE
OF EMERGENCY ACCESS VEHICLES ONLY:
Chairman Clayton told the group the Board of Education Chairman has requested
the County to purchase a .67 acre tract of land between US Highway 501 and Helena
Elementary School for the purpose of emergency access vehicles only. Chairman
Clayton noted the access was used during the Helena School construction period noting
there is only one entrance and exit to the school property which is very congested during
morning and afternoon school hours. Chairman Clayton stated the Board of Education
Chair has received an agreement from the property owner, Mr. Bernard Gentry, for the
purchase of this parcel (#17319) at tax value, $7,755. Chairman Clayton stated the
County is responsible for capital expenses for the schools and this item is such.
County Manager, Heidi York stated staff does not know what the costs will be to
upgrade the access noting input from the Board is requested whether or not the
acquisition is warranted and to what level of construction is desired. Ms. York stated she
would like to review the standards required as well as if there would be any deed
restriction.
Commissioner Newell stated his opposition to purchasing if there was a deed
restriction.
Chairman Clayton noted he had instructed the County Manager to move forward
with a title search and tentative purchase agreement with an attorney. Ms. York noted the
title search at the County’s expense and tentative purchase agreement should be
completed by the end of the week.
A motion was made by Commissioner Blalock and carried 5-0 to move forward
with Person County to purchase a .67 acre tract of land between US Highway 501 and
Helena Elementary School for the purpose of emergency access vehicles only contingent
upon a clean title without deed restriction for tax value, $7,755 from Bernard Gentry.
The $7,755 purchase price would be appropriated from the County Fund Balance.
Commissioner Puryear inquired about the Steering Committee for the old Helena
School Property member list. Ms. York noted he was the only commissioner who had
added names to the original list presented at a previous Board meeting. Ms. York noted
she would send the Board an updated list of members noting more individuals could be
added at any time.
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CHAIRMAN’S REPORT:
Chairman Clayton encouraged Board members to note the upcoming ribbon
cuttings for Piedmont Community College, Person Memorial Hospital and a Doctor’s
Office as announced in the emails sent from the Chamber of Commerce Director, Marcia
O’Neil.
MANAGER’S REPORT:
County Manager, Heidi York reminded the group of the upcoming Economic
Development Day follow up scheduled for Thursday, September 12, 2013 with
registration starting at 8:30 am and the program beginning at 9:00 am and ending at 3:30
pm in room S100 at Piedmont Community College. Ms. York noted the feedback from
the first Economic Development Day will be formulated into a Strategic Plan for
economic development. Ms. York noted the event is planned to be streamed live for
viewing.
COMMISSIONER REPORT/COMMENTS:
Commissioners Newell and Puryear had no report or comments.
Commissioner Blalock announced a Re-Entry Program meeting scheduled for
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at 6:00 pm in the Burris House (adjacent to St. Marks
Episcopal Church on N. Main Street).
Vice Chairman Jeffers stated the Person County Farm Tour is scheduled for
September 21-22, 2013 as well as 4-H clover fundraiser to be held at the Tractor Supply
with up to 50% of the proceeds coming back to the Person County 4-H program.
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ADJOURNMENT:
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to adjourn the
meeting at 8:28 pm.
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Brenda B. Reaves Jimmy B. Clayton
Clerk to the Board Chairman