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PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NOVEMBER 5, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT
Jimmy B. Clayton Heidi York, County Manager
Kyle W. Puryear C. Ronald Aycock, County Attorney
B. Ray Jeffers Brenda B. Reaves, Clerk to the Board
Samuel R. Kennington
Frances P. Blalock
The Board of Commissioners for the County of Person, North Carolina, met in
regular session on Monday, November 5, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Commissioners’
meeting room in the Person County Office Building.
Chairman Clayton called the meeting to order, led invocation and asked
Commissioner Kennington to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Kennington
asked Mr. Ron Johnson, county-wide Scout Master and boy scouts present in the
audience representing various county troops to come forward and lead the group in the
Pledge of Allegiance. The boy scouts present were Michael Day, Brandon Sanders,
Cameron Grube, Tristan Davis and Jamion Cash. Mr. Johnson told the group the boy
scouts were working on their Citizenship in the Community merit badge.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Vice Chairman
Puryear and carried 5-0 to approve the agenda.
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION:
Chairman Clayton read and presented Bess Hester-Whitt the following Resolution
of Appreciation.
Ms. Hester-Whitt thanked the Board for the opportunity to work with such
wonderful folks over the last 30 years noting her job has been personally rewarding and
satisfying serving the citizens of Person County.
Each of the board members commended Ms. Hester-Whitt for her professionalism
and service.
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PUBLIC HEARING:
REQUEST BY KENDALL OLIVER FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ADD A
32’ X 42’ ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY,
CAMBRIDGE HILLS, LOCATED ON US 501 SOUTH, DURHAM ROAD, FLAT
RIVER TOWNSHIP, TAX MAP A51 PARCEL 111, IN A HIGHWAY
BUSINESS/SPECIAL USE DISTRICT:
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Puryear, seconded by Commissioner
Jeffers, and carried 5-0 to open the duly advertised Public Hearing for a request by
Kendall Oliver for a Special Use Permit to add a 32’ x 42’ addition to an existing assisted
living facility, Cambridge Hills, located on US 501 South, Durham Road, Flat River
Township, Tax Map A51 Parcel 111, in a Highway Business/Special Use District.
The public hearing set to hear a request by Kendall Oliver for a Special Use
Permit to add a 32’ x 42’ addition to an existing assisted living facility, Cambridge Hills,
located on US 501 South, Durham Road, Flat River Township, Tax Map A51 Parcel 111,
in a Highway Business/Special Use District 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. Chairman Clayton administered the Oath
of Sworn Testimony to the following individuals who would offer testimony during the
public hearing: Ms. Paula Murphy and Mr. Dennis Redmond.
Planning Director, Paula Murphy stated Person County has received a request by
Kendall Oliver for a Special Use Permit to add a 32’ x 42’ addition to an existing assisted
living facility, Cambridge Hills, located on US 501 South, Durham Road, near Crown
Craft and Roby Barton Roads. Ms. Murphy noted Cambridge Hills was originally
approved in 1999 for an 80-bed facility with further approval in 2002 for an additional 40
beds, thus making Cambridge Hills a 120-bed facility. Ms. Murphy explained the request
to add a 32’ x 42’ addition will not increase the number of beds within the facility;
therefore, the number of required parking spaces will remain the same. Ms. Murphy
stated the request for the addition is to accommodate Alzheimer patients with 24-beds
being dedicated for this purpose. Ms. Murphy added the facility is presently served by
City water and sewer.
Ms. Murphy stated the property is located in the Flat River Watershed requiring
best management practices once the project exceeds 24% impervious to which it can not
exceed 70% impervious. Ms. Murphy stated the project is currently at 59.49% built
upon. Ms. Murphy noted the Falls Lake Development Rules apply requiring stormwater
facilities for any disturbance exceeding 12,000 square feet. Ms. Murphy stated this
project does not exceed that amount and the new overall impervious amount. Ms.
Murphy stated the new disturbance is shown as 4,286 square feet of either impervious or
disturbance. Ms. Murphy added the applicant will need to provide Person County with
final “as-built” showing all new disturbance and all impervious areas. Ms. Murphy told
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the group the property does lie within a one hundred year special flood hazard area noting
the addition is not being built within a one hundred flood area.
Ms. Murphy stated the surrounding area is a mixture of uses noting there is a solar
farm facility across the street, industrial and commercial uses (GKN and Tobacco Flue
Cure), convenience store, bank and some single family residential uses.
Ms. Murphy stated the addition (32’ x 42’) will be built in the northwest portion
of the lot noting a portion of this addition is being placed over an existing best
management practice which is required by the Flat River Watershed Regulations. Ms.
Murphy stated an engineer has reviewed the plans and noted the stormwater facilities are
adequate. Ms. Murphy stated staff recommends that the Granville Person Stormwater
Utility Director review and approve the final “as built” (to include stormwater
calculations) prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Presently, a Stormwater
Director has not been hired but should be on staff by the time this structure is built. Ms.
Murphy understands the Stormwater Director position has been advertised and the
application deadline closes this Friday.
Ms. Murphy noted that in November 2008, a Special Use Permit was approved
for an adjacent 6.5 acre site for two Independent Living Facilities and a clubhouse. The
site plan submitted for the Assisted Living Facility shows grading on the adjacent
property. It should be noted that changes to an existing approved Special Use Permit are
limited. With the new Falls Lake Stormwater Rules, disturbance over 12,000 square feet
will require stormwater controls per the Falls Lake Rules. The existing Special Use
Permit has vested rights but that does not cover any changes.
Ms. Murphy told the Board that on receiving the recommendation of the Planning
Board, the County Commissioners shall consider the application and said
recommendation and may grant or deny the Special Use Permit requested. The Special
Use Permit, if granted, shall include such approved plans as may be required. In granting
the permit, the County Commissioners shall find the project is in keeping of Section 74-4
of the Zoning Ordinance as follows:
(1) that the use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located where
proposed and developed according to the plan as submitted and approved,
(2) that the use meets all required conditions and specifications,
(3) that the use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting
property, or that the use is a public necessity, and
(4) that the location and character of the use if developed according to the plan
as submitted and approved will be in harmony with the area in which it is to
be located and in general conformity with comprehensive plan.
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Ms. Murphy referenced Section 160-5(B) of the Zoning Ordinance stating the
Planning Board shall provide a written recommendation to the Board of County
Commissioners that addresses that the proposed amendment is consistent with the
comprehensive plan, but a comment by the Planning Board that a proposed amendment is
inconsistent with the comprehensive plan shall not preclude consideration or approval of
the proposed amendment by the Board of County Commissioners. Prior to adopting or
rejecting any zoning amendment, the Board of County Commissioners shall adopt a
statement describing whether its action is consistent with an adopted comprehensive plan
and why such action is reasonable and in the public interest. Ms. Murphy stated
Section 2.1 of the Land Use Plan states “Promote continued economic
investment through retention and expansion of existing industrial concerns and the
recruitment of new industries and commercial businesses”.
Ms. Murphy stated should the Board approve this Special Use Permit; the
following conditions should be attached:
1. Applicant to obtain a Zoning Permit and Building Permit from the County.
2. Applicant to show documentation from the City of Roxboro that City water and
sewer are available.
3. Applicant to submit a final “as built” of the property showing buildings,
sidewalks, drives, parking, setbacks, impervious area (delineate old and new) , all
new land disturbance as well as calculations showing that the area meets all
stormwater requirements prior to a Certificate of Occupancy being issued. County
to have an Engineer (new Granville/Person Stormwater Administrator) to certify
that this addition meets all conditions of the Stormwater Ordinance.
Ms. Murphy stated the Planning Board reviewed this item and held a Public
Hearing at their October 11, 2012 meeting and voted 4 to 0 to forward with a favorable
recommendation to include staff comments noting it was in keeping with Section 74-4
and the comprehensive plan.
Vice Chairman Puryear asked Ms. Murphy what type of watershed facilities
would be required. Ms. Murphy noted grass swells and a level spreader is currently in
place. Ms. Murphy noted a letter from McKim and Creed addresses this issue (a copy in
the Board’s packet) which states the facilities currently in place are fine. Ms. Murphy
stated Person County would like confirmation so not to be out of compliance with the
state of NC.
Commissioner Jeffers asked Ms. Murphy if the applicant should go ahead and
build and once someone is in place, review for approval. Ms. Murphy stated that is the
process for a final “as built”. Commissioner Jeffers asked Ms. Murphy is the applicant is
following the stormwater ordinance guidelines. Ms. Murphy noted the applicant already
has the stormwater plans in place with all calculations further noting Person County
needs an engineer to verify that everything is fine and that they do not go over when the
“as built” is done.
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Commissioner Jeffers asked Ms. Murphy if the applicant was changing the use of
40 beds and not adding 40 beds. Ms. Murphy replied they are not adding 40 beds noting
the number of beds will stay the same and just changing some of the assisted living beds
to become Alzheimer’s patient beds. Ms. Murphy noted the request for the addition is a
result of the State of NC requiring a separate dining area for the Alzheimer’s patients.
Commissioner Kennington asked Ms. Murphy is she foresees the hiring of the
Stormwater Director as an issue to delay the applicant. Ms. Murphy stated no, noting the
applicant’s plans are not ready as of now. Ms. Murphy further noted the plan is for the
applicant to start building the first of the year. Ms. Murphy stated she would not hold
them up for a CO if that is the case.
The following individual appeared before the Board to speak in favor of the
request by Kendall Oliver for a Special Use Permit to add a 32’ x 42’ addition to an
existing assisted living facility, Cambridge Hills, located on US 501 South, Durham
Road, Flat River Township, Tax Map A51 Parcel 111, in a Highway Business/Special
Use District:
Mr. Dennis Redmond of 6736 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh stated he was
available for any questions from the Board. Mr. Redmond reiterated that there would be
no change in the number of beds and that the facility has 120 licensed assisted living beds
whereby 12 of those rooms which would be 24 beds would be in a designated area for a
special care unit for dementia and Alzheimer’s residents. Mr. Redmond confirmed the
state of NC requires a separate dining room, courtyard, activity room and nursing station.
Mr. Redmond stated the addition would necessitate relocating four of the parking spaces
in the existing parking lot, and in doing so, disturbing the best management practices in
that area. Mr. Redmond stated an engineering firm from Raleigh, McKim and Creed,
came to the site to review and determined there would be no interference with the current
best management practice in place. Mr. Redmond stated he is aware of the new
regulations with the Falls Lake. Mr. Redmond noted the addition of the 4,200 square feet
for the common areas, relocating four parking spaces and shifting the dumpster back is in
essence the project.
Commissioner Blalock asked Mr. Redmond if the new unit would be isolated
from the rest of the facility with the same amenities. Mr. Redmond confirmed noting
even more amenities would be offered in the new unit due to more staffing, doors would
magnetically lock allowing freedom to move around the unit which will be a controlled
environment versus co-mingled with non-dementia population which would not work
well.
There were no individuals appearing before the Board to speak in opposition of
the request by Kendall Oliver for a Special Use Permit to add a 32’ x 42’ addition to an
existing assisted living facility, Cambridge Hills, located on US 501 South, Durham
Road, Flat River Township, Tax Map A51 Parcel 111, in a Highway Business/Special
Use District.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Blalock, seconded by Commissioner
Jeffers, and carried 5-0 to close the Public Hearing for a request by Kendall Oliver for a
Special Use Permit to add a 32’ x 42’ addition to an existing assisted living facility,
Cambridge Hills, located on US 501 South, Durham Road, Flat River Township, Tax
Map A51 Parcel 111, in a Highway Business/Special Use District.
CONSIDERATION TO GRANT OR DENY REQUEST BY KENDALL OLIVER
FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT:
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Puryear, seconded by Commissioner
Jeffers, and carried 5-0 to grant the request by Kendall Oliver for a Special Use Permit
with the following conditions as recommended by the Planning Board noting it was in
keeping with Section 74-4 and the comprehensive plan:
1. Applicant to obtain a Zoning Permit and Building Permit from the County.
2. Applicant to show documentation from the City of Roxboro that City water and
sewer are available.
3. Applicant to submit a final “as built” of the property showing buildings,
sidewalks, drives, parking, setbacks, impervious area (delineate old and new) , all
new land disturbance as well as calculations showing that the area meets all
stormwater requirements prior to a Certificate of Occupancy being issued. County
to have an Engineer (new Granville/Person Stormwater Administrator) to certify
that this addition meets all conditions of the Stormwater Ordinance.
PUBLIC HEARING:
UPDATE TO 10 YEAR SOLID WASTE PLAN:
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Blalock, and carried 5-0 to open the duly advertised Public Hearing for an update to the
10-year Solid Waste Plan.
Assistant County Manager, Sybil Tate presented to the Board the Update to the
10-Year Solid Waste Plan. Ms. Tate noted the State of NC requires that counties update
their 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan every three years noting the current Update
to the 10-Year Solid Waste Plan will be in effect until 2022 and will be updated again in
2015. The State’s goal for the 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan is to be a tool to
guide Person County and City of Roxboro’s future planning decisions and a reference for
the public and other government agencies. Ms. Tate informed the group that the last
update adopted in 2009 goals was set for 2012 - 2019 to which Person County will not
meet the 5% reduction goal for 2012.
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Ms. Tate told the group the current Update to the 10-Year Solid Waste Plan is due
by December 31, 2012 to the state of NC in order to receive the electronics recycling
funding. Ms. Tate noted staff will present this update for adoption to the Roxboro City
Council on November 19, 2012 and the Person County Board of Commissioners on
December 3, 2012.
Ms. Tate stated staff presented the updated plan to the Person County Solid Waste
Advisory Committee (SWAC) on September 6, 2012 and October 9, 2012. At the
October meeting, the SWAC voted unanimously to recommend the Solid Waste
Management Plan to the Person County Board of County Commissioners.
Ms. Tate requested the Board to provide staff with feedback on the 10-Year Solid
Waste Management Plan. Highlights of the updated plan include a substantial increase in
the diversion rate goal and many new ideas for increasing recycling. The plan adopted in
2009 set a 5% diversion rate goal (.76 tons per capita) by 2012 and an 8% diversion rate
goal (.736 tons per capita) by 2019. This update increases those goals to 26% (.59 per
capita) by 2015 and 41% (.47 per capita) by 2022. See the table below.
Previous Goal New Goal
GOAL CALCULATIONS FY2012 FY2019 FY2015 FY2022
1. Baseline year per capita disposal rate
(FY 1991-1992 unless alternate approved by Section)
.8 .8 .8 .8
2. Percent waste reduction goal 5% 8% 26% 41%
3. Targeted per capita disposal rate
(Subtract line 2 from 1.0 and multiply result by line 1)
.76 .736 .59 .47
4. Estimated population in the new waste reduction goal
year (Available at Office of State Budget and Management website:
Projected Annual County Population Totals 2010-2019)
38,713 40,697 39,850
45,010
5. Projected tonnage for disposal at baseline disposal rate
(Multiply line 1 by line 4)
30,970 32,558 31,880 36,008
6. Targeted annual tonnage for disposal
(Multiply line 3 by line 4)
29,422 29,953 23,442 21,320
7. Targeted annual tonnage to reduce
(Subtract line 6 from line 5)
1,548 2,605 8,438 14,688
Ms. Tate stated the SWAC recommended many new ideas for increasing the
diversion rate. These ideas include a second pick-up at schools, buy-back program for
metal and cardboard, waste audits, a hospital recycling program, exploring county-wide
recycling initiatives, tying economic development incentives to recycling, a church-
sponsored recycling program (Recycling Buddy program), increasing efficiency of the
City of Roxboro’s recycling and exploring opportunities for composting.
Ms. Tate told the group a waste audit would be costly to evaluate the county
and/or the City of Roxboro’s waste stream.
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Commissioner Blalock stated the assessment is not complete at this time related to
the City of Roxboro’s annual cost to send waste to the landfill (approximately $290,000)
noting the projected costs to start a recycling program in the city is at $188,000.
Commissioner Blalock suggested a possible partnership between the county and city to
start recycling program for a potential of 4,000 tons of waste to be recycled.
There were no individuals appearing before the Board to speak in favor or in
opposition of the update to the 10-year Solid Waste Plan.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Vice Chairman
Puryear, and carried 5-0 to close the Public Hearing for an update to the 10-year Solid
Waste Plan.
INFORMAL COMMENTS:
The following individual appeared before the Board to make informal comments:
Ms. Marji Stehle of 159 Possum Trot Lane, Semora requested Board
consideration to provide county-owned property for residents to legally dispose of yard
waste.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Commissioner Blalock stated a correction to the October 15, 2012 minutes under
the Commissioner Report/Comments to which the out-of-county users referenced by
Commissioner Blalock should read county users.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Blalock, and carried 5-0 to approve the minutes of October 15, 2012 as corrected as well
as the October 18, 2012 minutes as presented.
OLD BUSINESS:
PERSON COUNTY NON-SMOKING ORDINANCE:
Health Director, Janet Clayton stated during the Board’s October 15, 2012
meeting, the Person County Board of County Commissioners requested additional
information regarding designated smoking areas or perimeters for county properties. In
carrying out the Board’s direction, Ms. Clayton stated she had consulted with Tobacco
Prevention representative, Candynce West with the regional community transformation
grant and Jim Martin with the Division of Public Health, Tobacco Prevention Branch.
Ms. Clayton presented the Board with two revisions (Version A and Version B) for
consideration for the proposed Person County Non-Smoking Ordinance. Ms. Clayton
recommended the process to be as streamlined as possible for the public to interpret.
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Ms. Clayton explained the Version A revision noting language under Section 2,
(c) Exceptions, (e) County parking lots in designated areas at least 50 feet from any
building or as determined by the County Manager or designee to be appropriate due to
limitations of physical components of such property.
Ms. Clayton outlined the Version B revision and the language under Section 2, (c)
Exceptions, (e) Other designated areas as approved by the County Manager or designee.
Ms. Clayton confirmed that the county will have the cigarette receptacles that
have been funded with a grant in the proposed designated areas.
Ms. Clayton stated the County Manager was deemed as the designating authority
instead of the Board of Commissioners in the proposed ordinance to simplify and
streamline a change of designated area(s) for convenience to accomplish the task of
eliminating the smokers from the entrances and without having to bring before the Board
of Commissioners with each change.
Commissioner Blalock stated support of including into the ordinance the number
of feet from any building as listed in Version A.
Commissioner Jeffers asked if consideration was given to non-public entrances.
Ms. Clayton stated county employees’ health is as important as the community that enters
the building.
Commissioner Jeffers advocated prohibiting smoking in the recreational facilities’
stands but was opposed to designated smoking areas to just the county parking lots.
Vice Chairman Puryear voiced support for the Board of Commissioners to review
each county facility and creating designated areas noting he was not in favor a county-
wide ordinance.
It was the consensus of the Board to review county facilities individually to set
designated smoking areas.
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OLD HELENA SCHOOL FACILITY SITE IMPROVEMENTS CAPITAL
PROJECT ORDINANCE:
Finance Director, Amy Wehrenberg presented a Capital Project Ordinance for
various improvements to the Old Helena School Facility and associated property. The
approval of proposed Ordinance allowed for the creation of the Project on the County's
books and funding for $25,500 that covers critical improvements to the Old Helena
building and grounds, including exterminating services, plumbing repairs, and grading
services. The Ordinance also included a contingency budget for $2,500 to account for
any unforeseen related costs. The total for this Project is estimated to be $28,000, all of
which is presented to be sourced from a fund balance appropriation in the General Fund.
It is anticipated that future improvements will need to be made at this site, which would
require the Board's approval and additional funding sources. All revenues and
expenditures for improvements to this site will be recorded and accounted for in this new
Project. Ms. Wehrenberg requested the Board’s approval of the Person County - Old
Helena School Facility Site Improvements Capital Project Ordinance as presented.
Commissioner Kennington asked if the services for the improvements required
the bidding process. General Services Director, Ray Foushee stated the services did not
require the bid process as the monetary amount would have to meet $30,000 for it to be a
requirement, but the intent was to bid out the work. County Manager, Heidi York stated
is it best practice to bid out. The group agreed it would be nice for local businesses to
have the opportunity to bid on the projects.
A motion was made by Commissioner Kennington, seconded by Vice Chairman
Puryear, and carried 5-0 to approve a Capital Project Ordinance for the Old Helena
School Facility Site Improvements as presented.
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NEW BUSINESS:
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIRECTOR:
Assistant County Manager, Sybil Tate requested Board feedback related to
creating a new Development Services Director position and providing cross-training for
the permitting staff as discussed at the last Person County/City of Roxboro joint meeting.
Ms. Tate stated the vision of the Development Services Director position is an effort to
move forward with the permitting department’s goals laid out in the Strategic Plan. Ms.
Tate noted over the past year, Person County has successfully created a “one-stop” shop
for the City of Roxboro and Person County permitting. The next step is to integrate the
permitting processes and improve customer service with the third step to create a Unified
Development Ordinance for both the City of Roxboro and Person County.
The goal of the Development Services Director position is to oversee the
operations of the permitting departments, ensuring that the various permitting processes
are integrated and presented to residents in a clear and customer-friendly manner. The
Development Services Director will also facilitate a Unified Development Ordinance for
the city and the county. In addition to hiring the Development Services Director, staff
recommends cross-training existing permitting technicians and admin staff to reduce the
number of trips residents make to the permitting building and wait time. Cross training
will allow the front counter to be manned at all times by an individual who can provide
basic intake for each of the permitting processes.
Per the City Council and the Board of County Commissioners’ recommendation
at the last joint city-county meeting, Ms. Tate presented these changes to the Home
Builder’s Association (HBA). Overall, feedback was positive, especially about the cross-
training initiative and potential to enact a Unified Development Ordinance. Members of
the HBA expressed concern that the Development Services Director would create another
level of approval, thus increasing response time. Staff believes that the Development
Services Director will provide additional planning resources and expertise, improving
response time.
If approved by the Board of Commissioners, Ms. Tate anticipated hiring the
Development Services Director in January 2013 and conducting a pilot of the cross-
training between November and January, with full-implementation directed by the
Development Services Director after January.
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Ms. Tate estimated total cost for cross training and hiring a Development Services
Director during FY13 at $49,309. The total salary and benefit cost for the Development
Services Director will be $43,712.50 from January to June 2013. The remaining
$5,596.00 will be used to ensure equitable compensation for the cross-trained permitting
technicians. Ms. Tate noted the estimate does not include any offsetting revenues from
the City of Roxboro (estimated at $10,000 for FY13) or lapsed salary from freezing the
Permitting Technician position (estimated at $23,657.50). The total cost for twelve
months of salary and cross-training is estimated at $95,819; however, if offsetting
revenues are taken into account the estimated net cost for twelve months could be
$38,504.
Ms. Tate stated funds are available from the debt service fund to cover the cost of
the Development Services Director position and cross-training in FY13 noting the
Finance Office budgeted for two debt service payments in FY13 for the new QSCB debt;
however, final negotiated terms of the financing contract in September 2012 scheduled
only one debt service payment in this budget year.
Commissioner Blalock suggested possible apprenticeships and/or mentoring at the
permitting offices during slow times.
Commissioner Jeffers stated support to the cross-training recommendation noting
he had concerns with the new position.
County Manager, Heidi York reiterated that the current structure of staff did not
allow the ability to take on the task of developing an Unified Development Ordinance
noting the vision was to jointly with the City or Roxboro hire and fund a director with the
needed skill set to lead through the process in-house. Ms. York stated a slower approach
would be to implement the cross-training and consider at a later time merging into a
shared department or possibly hiring a consultant to create a Unified Development
Ordinance.
Commissioner Kennington noted he was not in favor of the new position at this
time and recommended a comprehensive study be done for the department.
Commissioner Kennington suggested Ms. Tate, Sam Hobgood (Inspections Director) and
the HBA meet to further discuss.
It was the consensus of the Board to proceed with implementation of cross-
training for permitting technician staff (8 months at a cost of $5,596.00). Ms. York
confirmed the costs associated with cross-training would be recurring costs.
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BUDGET AMENDMENT:
Finance Director, Amy Wehrenberg presented and explained the following
Budget Amendment.
Upon a motion by Commissioner Kennington, and a second by Vice Chairman
Puryear and majority vote (5-0), the Board of Commissioners of Person County does
hereby amend the Budget of the Fund(s) listed below on this, the 5th day of November
2012, as follows:
Dept./Acct No. Department Name Amount
Incr / (Decr)
EXPENDITURES General Fund
General Government 999
Public Safety 10,228
Transportation 7,615
Environmental Protection 500
Human Services 17,479
Culture & Recreation 1,436
REVENUES General Fund
Other Revenues 8,067
Intergovernmental Revenues 30,190
EXPENDITURES Person Industries & MRF Fund 3,492
REVENUES Person Industries & MRF Fund
Intergovernmental Revenues 3,492
Explanation:
Appropriating donation revenue received in the Sheriff's Department ($32), Animal
Control ($100), and Recreation ($1,436); revenue received for the sale of equipment at
the old Landfill ($500); morale concession funds ($999); the 2012 SCAAP Grant
received for monitor replacement equipment in the Detention Center ($4,714); the 2012
Homeland Security Grant received in EMS ($5,000); the ROAP grant allocation for
PATS ($7,615), the Senior Center ($6,828), DSS ($1,901); and Person Industries
($3,492); Local Buy Money received in Sheriff's Restricted Fund ($382); allocating
Central Partnership Grant ($1,000), Healthy Personians Grant ($1,000), Public Health
Quality Grant ($1,750) and a donation in the Health Department ($5,000).
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT:
Chairman Clayton had no report.
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MANAGER’S REPORT:
County Manager, Heidi York announced she would be participating on an
interview panel next week with eight candidates for the Uptown Development Director
position. Ms. York commended the Elections Department for handling the high number
of early voters. Ms. York reminded the group that the Board’s next meeting scheduled
for November 19, 2012 would be held in the FEMA Room at 9:00 am to accommodate
Local Government Day confirming a small conference could be arranged for the planned
Closed Session to follow the regular meeting.
COMMISSIONER REPORT/COMMENTS:
Commissioner Kennington had no report but wished Chairman Clayton and
Commissioner Jeffers success in the election.
Commissioner Blalock had no report but noted her enjoyment working alongside
Commissioner Kennington with his term coming to an end.
Commissioner Jeffers thanked the citizens that attended the Board’s recent
Community Conversations meeting at Bethel Hill Charter School. Commissioner Jeffers
stated he attended the opening reception at the Kirby Gallery for the Sappony Tribe Art.
Vice Chairman Puryear bid good luck to the election candidates as he recited
Article One of the Constitution of the United States.
ADJOURNMENT:
A motion was made by Commissioner Kennington, seconded by Commissioner
Blalock, and carried 5-0 to adjourn the meeting at 8:23 pm.
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Brenda B. Reaves Jimmy B. Clayton
Clerk to the Board Chairman