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February 15 February 15, 2010 1 PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FEBRUARY 15, 2010 MEMBERS PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT Johnny Myrl Lunsford Heidi York, County Manager Jimmy B. Clayton C. Ronald Aycock, County Attorney Kyle W. Puryear Brenda B. Reaves, Clerk to the Board B. Ray Jeffers Samuel R. Kennington The Board of Commissioners for the County of Person, North Carolina, met in regular session on Monday, February 15, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ meeting room in the Person County Office Building. Chairman Lunsford called the meeting to order and asked Commissioner Clayton to lead in prayer and Commissioner Kennington to lead the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC HEARING: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FRESH START INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNTS (IDA) PROGRAM GRANT, PROJECT NUMBER 05-C-1408 CLOSEOUT: A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, and carried to open the public hearing designated for the closeout of the CDBG Fresh Start Individual Development Accounts Program Grant, Project Number 05-C- 1408. Finance Director, Amy Wehrenberg told the Board for Person County to be in accordance with the rules and regulations set by the Department of Commerce, Division of Community Assistance, a closeout is required for the CDBG Fresh Start Individual Development Accounts Grant. Ms. Wehrenberg noted the purpose of this grant was to provide education and assistance to low to moderate income families in the purchase of their first home, and to achieve financial literacy and independence. This was a pass- through reimbursable grant for $50,000 that was awarded on August 3, 2005 and was administered by the Person County Business Industrial Center. Ms. Wehrenberg stated only $4,949.90 was expended due to low participation in the program. Ms. Wehrenberg requested approval from the Board to officially closeout the CDBG Fresh Start Individual Development Accounts Program Grant, Project Number 05-C-1408. No citizens spoke in favor or in opposition to the closeout of the CDBG Fresh Start Individual Development Accounts Program Grant, Project Number 05-C-1408. February 15, 2010 2 A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, and carried to close the public hearing designated for the closeout of the CDBG Fresh Start Individual Development Accounts Program Grant, Project Number 05-C- 1408. A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, and carried to approve the closeout of the CDBG Fresh Start Individual Development Accounts Program Grant, Project Number 05-C-1408. PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE III, SECTION 30-8(A), WATERSHED ORDINANCE: A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried to open the public hearing to consider the proposed amendment to Article III, Section 30-8(a), Watershed Ordinance. Planning Director, Paula Murphy told the Board that the North Carolina Division of Water Quality performed an audit on the County’s watershed program and suggested corrections for the county’s ordinance which are all state requirements. Ms. Murphy noted Person County’s current ordinance requires a thirty foot buffer along all perennial streams. Ms. Murphy further noted that part of the County is subject to the Neuse River requirements which require a fifty foot buffer. Ms. Murphy stated Person County enforces the fifty foot buffer but it is not within Person County’s Ordinance Ms. Murphy also stated all high density (10/70) projects require a one hundred (100) foot vegetative buffer and this also is not stated in the Person County Ordinance. Current Person County Ordinance reads as follows: 30-8(a) Perennial Waters. A minimum of a thirty (30) foot vegetative buffer, unless otherwise stated in this Article, shall be provided along all perennial streams and waters, as shown on the most recent version of U.S.G.S. 1:24,000 (7.5) scale topographic maps. The buffer shall be measured, as applicable, from either the edge of both sides of the stream or landward from the normal pool elevation of the perennial water. Proposed Section 30-8(a): Perennial Waters. A minimum of a fifty (50) vegetative buffer, unless otherwise stated in this Article, shall be provided along all perennial streams and waters, as shown on the most recent version of U.S.G.S. 1:24,000 (7.5) scale topographic maps. The buffer shall be measured, as applicable, from either the edge of both sides of the stream or landward February 15, 2010 3 from the normal pool elevation of the perennial water. Projects that exceed the allowed built upon area shall provide a one hundred (100) foot vegetative buffer along perennial waters. Plats to contain the following language: “Written authorization from the North Carolina Division of Water Quality may be required for activities that are proposed to occur within the fifty foot Neuse River Riparian buffer. Local program approvals do not authorize activities within the riparian buffer.” Whenever conflicts exist between Federal, State or Local laws, ordinance or rules, the more restrictive provision shall apply. Ms. Murphy stated the Planning Board had reviewed this request, held a public hearing and recommended unanimously for the request to be approved. No citizens spoke in favor or in opposition to the proposed amendment to Article III, Section 30-8(a), Watershed Ordinance. A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, and carried to close the public hearing for the proposed amendment to Article III, Section 30-8(a), Watershed Ordinance. A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner Puryear, and carried to approve the Amendment to Article III, Section 30-8(a), Watershed Ordinance as presented. PUBLIC HEARING: ADOPTION OF THE PERSON COUNTY HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN FIVE YEAR UPDATE: A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried to open the public hearing for the adoption of the Person County Hazard Mitigation Plan Five Year Update. Planning Director, Paula Murphy stated the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires all local governments to have a Hazard Mitigation Plan. Person County adopted a Hazard Mitigation Plan on August 16, 2004 and is required to update the plan every five years. February 15, 2010 4 Ms. Murphy explained that Hazard Mitigation is the term often used to describe the activities and decision making processes that can help reduce a community’s level of vulnerability to natural hazards. Local Hazard Mitigation is about a community considering the impact of natural hazards when it makes decisions about where and how to build and live. Ms. Murphy noted Person County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan was approved by the community, the State and FEMA five years ago stating the plan was put together not only to make the community safer, but also to make Person County eligible for certain types of disaster assistance and for future mitigation project funding. The County, through a planning group, put together of local citizens, identified and analyzed the risk of potential hazards, assessed the County’s vulnerability to those hazards and the capability to mitigate the impact of each hazard thereby developing goals to reduce vulnerability; then mitigation actions to accomplish the goals. Ms. Murphy stated the update is required primarily due to changes that could have occurred within the County and changes to State and Federal statutes and regulations. The update must also give a report on the progress made over the past five years, example: new floodplain maps adopted, new flood ordinance adopted. Ms. Murphy told the Board that the updated plan has been sent to the North Carolina Division of Emergency Management who reviewed the plan and then sent the plan to FEMA for final approval. Ms. Murphy stated Person County was informed that the update plan was approved by letter dated January 7, 2010. Ms. Murphy presented the Board a copy of that plan and the requested the Board to formally adopt the Person County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update which includes the Resolution of Adoption for the Person County Hazard Mitigation Plan. No citizens spoke in favor or in opposition to the adoption of the Person County Hazard Mitigation Plan Five Year Update. A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried to close the public hearing for the adoption of the Person County Hazard Mitigation Plan Five Year Update. A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried to adopt the Person County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. February 15, 2010 5 February 15, 2010 6 February 15, 2010 7 DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Clayton requested an item titled Consensus Principles to Guide Falls Lake Nutrient Management Strategy be added to the agenda for discussion and action. A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers and carried to add an item titled Consensus Principles to Guide Falls Lake Nutrient Management Strategy to the agenda. A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner Puryear and carried to approve the agenda as adjusted. INFORMAL COMMENTS: There were no comments from the public. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried to approve the minutes of February 1, 2010. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Commissioner Puryear, and carried to approve the Administrative Reports for the Inspection Department and Person County 911. LINKING THE PERSON COUNTY FUTURES STRATEGIC PLAN WITH THE PERSON COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN: Mike Ciriello, Staff, Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments and the Kerr-Tar Rural Planning Organization (RPO) told the Board he is working with the Person Futures Group and on the Person County Comprehensive Transportation Plan to ensure that the efforts of these planning projects take into consideration the recommendations of the other and that both projects are kept up-to-date about the progress of the planning efforts so that no opportunities are missed for future cooperation and planning. Mr. Ciriello requested the Board to ensure that the efforts of both projects are collaborative. February 15, 2010 8 February 15, 2010 9 February 15, 2010 10 February 15, 2010 11 Commissioner Kennington asked Mr. Ciriello to attend the Future’s Community Meeting on February 22, 2010 to inform all the committees of the link between the Strategic Plan and the Comprehensive Transportation Plan. Mr. Ciriello urged the group to attend the Comprehensive Transportation Plan Meeting on February 22, 2010 starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Person County Library. A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried to support linking the Person County Futures Strategic Plan with the Person County Comprehensive Transportation Plan. RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR LEGAL SERVICES, TERMITE INSPECTION AND LEAD INSPECTION/RISK ASSESSMENT FOR THE 2008 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SCATTERED SITE HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM: Julie Reid, Staff, Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments and Community Development Block Grant Administrator, told the Board a Request for Proposals was released for legal services, termite inspections, and lead inspection/risk assessments for the 2008 CDBG Scattered Site program. The following proposals were received and evaluated. The tabulation is as follows: LEGAL SERVICES Title Search Note/Deed of Trust Recording Consultation Company Name Bid Amount Bid Amount Bid Amount Bid Amount Alan Hicks 275. 125. Standard 175./hour Joe Weinberger 265. 125. Standard 100./hour Hubbard & Cates 300 150. Standard 150.00/hour TERMITE INSPECTION Etheridge Pest Control Services has experienced staff, the necessary equipment and knowledge. While this is the only termite inspection proposal received, the fees are consistent with other projects in the program ($85./unit). LEAD RISK ASSESSMENT DATE – 01-27-2010 Lead Based Paint Inspection Risk Assessment Combined Lead Clearance Company Name Bid Amount Bid Amount Bid Amount Bid Amount ECS Carolinas $450/unit 350/unit+ sample 600/unit 300/unit + sample Matrix 250/unit 100/unit* 350 350** EI 250/unit 250/unit 500. 275 Phoenix Enviro Corp 350/unit 300 Carolina Environmental 550.00 350.00 * includes 6 wipe samples and 1 soil sample **includes 12 wipe samples and 1 soil sample February 15, 2010 12 Ms. Reid recommended to the Board that Joe Weinberger be allowed to perform all legal services for the Person County Project as this firm has experience with the CDBG program and the fees proposed are consistent with other projects in the program. Ms. Reid noted that Etheridge Pest Control Services was the only termite inspection proposal received, however, this company has experienced staff, the necessary equipment, knowledge and the fees are consistent with other projects in the program ($85./unit). Ms. Reid recommended Phoenix EnviroCorp be allowed to perform all Lead Base Risk Assessments for the Person County Project and if for some reason the contractor recommended above fails to enter into a binding contract or if the proposal is not responsible for the project, requested authorization to use the 2nd lowest proposal. Ms. Reid noted major bids above $5000 in value required action by the Board; however bids under $5,000 in value could be reviewed and approved by the County Manager. A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Chairman Lunsford, and carried to accept the recommendations as presented by Julie Reid to award the legal services to Joe Weinberger, termite inspections to Etheridge Pest Control Services, and lead inspection/risk assessments to Phoenix Enviro Corp, noting all proposals are required for the 2008 CDBG Scattered Site program needs. WOODSDALE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF FUND BOARD APPOINTMENT: Fire Marshal, Johnny Gentry explained to the Board that each Volunteer Fire Department has a local board of trustees of the Firefighter’s relief fund composed of five members, two of whom are elected by the members of the fire department, two of whom appointed by the local governing body, and one of whom shall be named by the Commissioner of Insurance. The funds received equal one-half of one percent of all insurance proceeds collected in the State of North Carolina that is distributed to certified fire districts annually. The relief funds are used for firefighters needing assistance with approval from the Relief Fund Board. The Woodsdale Volunteer Fire Department has requested that John Kirk of 944 Providence Road, Roxboro, be appointed to the Woodsdale Volunteer Fire Department Firefighters Relief Fund Board. John Kirk will be replacing a member who has left the fire department. A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Commissioner Puryear, and carried to appoint John Kirk to the Woodsdale Volunteer Fire Department Firefighters Relief Fund Board. February 15, 2010 13 REVIEW OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR AND ASSISTANT COUNTY MANAGER POSITION: County Manager, Heidi York reminded the Board directed the Manager to review the job descriptions of the Economic Development Director and the Assistant County Manager positions to propose one consolidated position. Ms. York presented the Board with the new proposed job description merging the duties of the two positions for efficiency and organizational effectiveness noting recruitment can begin for the position at the direction of the Board. Ms. York highlighted the new job description noting responsible for management of specific county departments, budget development, promoting economic industrial and commercial growth serving as the initial contact for potential industries and businesses, developing marketing tools for economic development, and other duties as noted in the description. Ms. York requested Board feedback and direction for the recruiting timeline for this position. A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Kennington, and carried to approve the Economic Development Director and Assistant County Manager position job description as presented by the County Manager with the direction to start the recruiting process with the employment date starting July 1, 2010. PERSON COUNTY RENOVATION OF COURTHOUSE AND RE-ROOFING CONSTRUCTION FOR COUNTY, PCC AND SCHOOL BUILDINGS CAPITAL PROJECT ORDINANCE (AMENDED): Finance Director, Amy Wehrenberg requested Board approval to amend the current capital project ordinance that was approved in early 2009 titled “Person County Renovation of Courthouse and Construction of Technical Education Building for Piedmont Community College (PCC) Capital Project Ordinance”. Ms. Wehrenberg proposed the amended Project Ordinance titled “Person County Renovation of Courthouse and Re-Roofing Construction for County, PCC and School Buildings Capital Project Ordinance” exclude the Technical Education Building at PCC since that project has already been completed and funded from fund balance, and add the four critical roofing projects (Old Person Counseling Center, Public Library, Building G at PCC, and Northern Middle School) to the Courthouse Renovation to finance under an installment financing using debt proceeds as the revenue source. Ms. Wehrenberg noted a timeline is not set but anticipates a start date in late summer/early fall. The design and engineering work is underway and will continue through the spring to early summer according to Ms. Wehrenberg. Ms. Wehrenberg confirmed that the county has the ability to pay the debt payment noting restructuring of debt will be taking place in the future years. County Manager, Heidi York stated Person County’s ratio of debt to expenditures well below the average of other counties. February 15, 2010 14 Commissioner Kennington stated he was not opposed to the projects but yet concerned to proceed with moving forward without a complete financial picture. Ms. Wehrenberg stated there was a timing issue regarding the roofing projects as the design work dictates time and more time to get the financing in place with closing taking place by December 31, 2010 to take advantage of the Build America Bonds. Commissioner Jeffers noted the Capital Improvements Plan was structured so the Board was not taking too much debt at one time with the projects outlined in the project ordinance as those of need. Commissioner Puryear stated his opposition of the Courthouse Renovation and disagreed that the Courthouse Renovation is a necessity and suggested waiting to move forward when the economy improves. Chairman Lunsford stated the Finance Director and the County Manager had done exactly what the Board had directed stating his support of the recommendation by the Finance Director. Commissioner Clayton stated the county’s obligation to complete the projects discussed and inquired if the process would be halted if necessary prior to putting the financing in place. Ms. Wehrenberg anticipates construction bids to be received by the end of June noting the process could be halted incurring only the design fee costs which would be approximately $450,000 or less. Assistant County Manager, Paul Bailey indicated the life of design plans would be around 18-24 months without reviewing and the possibility to redesign. A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, and carried by majority vote 3/2 to approve the Person County Renovation of the Courthouse and Re-roofing Construction for County, PCC and School Buildings Capital Project Ordinance as presented by the Finance Director. Commissioners Puryear and Kennington cast the dissenting votes. Commissioner Kennington stated his dissenting vote is strictly because he wants all the pieces of the puzzle in front of him to make the best decision with the limited funds the County will have this year. Commissioner Puryear agreed with Commissioner Kennington’s statement. Ms. York stated all the financial pieces would be presented to the Board before funds would be expended. February 15, 2010 15 February 15, 2010 16 CONSENSUS PRINCIPLES TOGUIDE FALLS LAKE NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT STRATEGY: Commissioner Clayton updated the group regarding the Environmental Management Commission (EMC) proposed Rules for Falls Lake noting the jurisdictions affected by the proposed rules felt the rules were biased and without sufficient information. Mr. Jim Wrenn, Attorney representing Granville, City of Butner, Granville Water and Sewer and Person County regarding the proposed Rules for Fall Lake assisted in the preparation of the Consensus Principles to Guide Falls Lake Nutrient Management Strategy noting the staff at the Division of Water Quality viewed favorably. Commissioner Clayton requested the Board’s adoption of the Consensus Principles to Guide Falls Lake Nutrient Management Strategy to be presented to the EMC as Person County’s position regarding the proposed Rules for Falls Lake. County Attorney, Ron Aycock stated that all the jurisdiction who are party to the consensus document (Person, Granville, Orange, Wake and Durham ) will work in concert to obtain approval of the principles and resulting regulatory and statutory changes. This will be a powerful coalition since it will represent almost one-fifth of the population of the state. Each of the jurisdictions are expected to approve the principles. Mr. Aycock noted that one piece of legislation which might be requested is the clear authority for the jurisdictions affected to create an association or intergovernmental agency to collect information and measurements of the source and extent of pollutants into the watershed and to jointly enforce rules. This would result in cost savings and efficiency in enforcement of rules. A motion was made by Commissioner Kennington, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried to adopt the Consensus Principles to Guide Falls Lake Nutrient Management Strategy as Person County’s position to be forwarded to the EMC by Mr. Jim Wrenn. Commissioner Jeffers and Chairman thanked Commissioner Clayton for representing Person County’s interest and keeping the Board up to date. February 15, 2010 17 February 15, 2010 18 February 15, 2010 19 February 15, 2010 20 February 15, 2010 21 CHAIRMAN’S REPORT: Chairman Lunsford had no report. MANAGER’S REPORT: County Manager, Heidi York requested the Board to informally discuss the Board Retreat agenda after this meeting is recessed prior to the Closed Session. COMMISSIONER REPORT/COMMENTS: Commissioner Kennington thanked Commissioner Clayton and Mr. Aycock for keeping the Board ahead on the proposed Rules for Falls Lake ensuring Person County’s interest are being looked after noting it was evident at the joint meeting with Durham County. Commissioner Kennington felt Durham County could see the effort that this Board, particular with the leadership of the Chairman, Vice Chairman, Attorney and Manager, further thanking all communicating interest in economic development. Commissioner Kennington reminded the group of the Person Future’s Presentation on Monday, February 22, 2010. Commissioner Puryear reminded the Board that the Roxboro Jaycees will have its Distinguished Service Awards Banquet on Thursday at 7:00 pm at the Perfect Venue. Commissioner Jeffers reported on the Association of Agriculture Steering Committee where he participated in a discussion about establishing a Volunteer Ag District as well as a forthcoming Farmland Protection Plan. Commissioner Jeffers apologized to Southern Middle School for not being at a volunteer function as planned. Commissioner Clayton stated new air quality standards forthcoming. Commissioner Kennington noted Person County was very fortunate that Progress Energy was proactive to installing the scrubbers and will not be one of the facilities that will be mothballed. Chairman Lunsford mentioned the $30,000 grant Person County received for a Farmer’s Market noting small farmer’s future participation. Commissioner Jeffers thanked Carl Cantaluppi, Cooperative Extension, for taking the lead for the grant proposal. February 15, 2010 22 RECESS: A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried at 10:28 a.m. to recess the Board meeting until 11:00 a.m. this date, at which time the Board will plan to enter into Closed Session. The group took a break prior to discussing the Board Retreat agenda informally prior to Closed Session. INFORMAL DISCUSSION REGARDING THE BOARD RETREAT: At 10:40 a.m. the County Manager, Heidi York requested the Board to have informal discussions on the purpose for the Board Retreat that is scheduled for March 31, 2010 to be held at the Mayo Educational Building from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Commissioner Kennington stated a work session would be more appropriate for the topics he had requested to be discussed at the Board Retreat. The Board scheduled an administrative work session to be held on February 23, 2010 to begin at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioner Room 215. Chairman Lunsford, Commissioners Jeffers and Puryear suggested the Board Retreat be centered on the upcoming budget and a time to hear the challenges from departments with options and scenarios. Commissioner Kennington suggest using the retreat to define Person County’s vision for the next 5, 10, 20 years. Ms. York stated she would consider the feedback from the Board and craft a statement of purpose for the retreat and send to the Board members by the end of the day. Ms. York requested the Board to respond to the statement within the next couple of days. CLOSED SESSION: A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried at 11:07 a.m. to enter into Closed Session pursuant to G.S. 143- 318.11(a)(5) to discuss land acquisition. A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried to return to open session at 12:02 p.m. February 15, 2010 23 RECESS: A motion was made by Commissioner Kennington, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried at 12:02 to recess the Board meeting to attend the Person Future’s Strategic Planning Executive Meeting at the Vesuvio’s Restaurant immediately with further plans to meet at 1:30 p.m. this date at the property site known as the Longhurst Cotton Mill for the purpose of a tour. *********** Chairman Lunsford called the recessed meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Others in attendance in addition to the Board members, County Manager, County Attorney, Clerk to the Board was Mr. Eddie Belk of Belk Architecture, Mr. Lacy Winstead, local realtor, Mr. Jack Moore of Mixon Construction, Paul Bailey, Assistant County Manager, Mitch Pergerson, Recreation, Arts, & Parks Director, and Mr. Tim Chandler, Courier-Times. Mr. Belk guided the group through the Longhurst Cotton Mill explaining how the facility could be renovated for a county use of a recreation/senior center. Mr. Belk share his vision of transforming the massive facility into a proposed recreation center that would include a swimming pool, basketball courts, racquetball courts, exercise rooms, meeting rooms, office space with potential space of expansion of residential living. Mr. Belk told the group the overall condition of the building is very sound and he spoke to the phase I environmental report that addressed the historic research as well as a physical inspection. Mr. Belk stated the phase I report included findings of a fuel tank, balance lighting, potential asbestos in some floor tiles and some pipe insulation as well as possible lead paint with the level of intensity not known. The report sited transformers that belong to Progress Energy that do not contain PCB as well as a cooling tower that has potential of asbestos. The phase II detailed lab testing was recommended by Mr. Belt. Mr. Belk stated the roof was in very sound condition with a 5-10 years life remaining. A new roof with insulation would be recommended and included in the suggested renovation. Mr. Moore stated preliminary estimates for renovating the Longhurst Cotton Mill into the proposed recreation/senior center is at $85-$95 per square foot up-fitted for the uses described including the new roof. By comparison, Mr. Moore stated a shell building could be constructed for $75-$85 per square foot, however finished with the proposed uses as described would cost an estimated $135 per square foot. Mr. Belk commented that a renovated facility as the Longhurst Cotton Mills could not be duplicated with character and quality. Mr. Moore noted comparable construction to include the similar quality and character as the Longhurst Cotton Mill had would be estimated cost at $200 per square foot. February 15, 2010 24 Mr. Belk explained to the Board that the proposed renovation would be completed in phases. Phase I would include the proposed recreation/senior center, with following phases to include county uses as directed by the Board, i.e. some suggestions, a teen center, an education/convention space, apartments etc. Mr. Belk told the group a little of his experiences with projects recognized with the National History of Register eligible for historic tax credits as well as potential public/private partnerships60 tax credits projects. Commissioner Jeffers left the tour at 2:10 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, and carried to adjourn the meeting at 2:40 p.m. _____________________________ ______________________________ Brenda B. Reaves Johnny Myrl Lunsford Clerk to the Board Chairman