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PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS JUNE 7, 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, June 7, 2010 at 7:00 p.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:
AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO CAMPERS AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES (RV):
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Puryear and carried 5-0 to open the public hearing to consider amendments to the
Zoning Ordinance pertaining to Campers and Recreational Vehicles, hear public comments and take action as desired by the Board.
Planning Director, Paula Murphy stated the Planning Board was asked to develop
an ordinance pertaining to campers and recreational vehicles for Person County. Ms.
Murphy noted at presently the Planning Department only allows these items in a campground which requires a Conditional Use Permit. Ms. Murphy stated the Board of
Adjustment in 2002 had problems with campers and where they should be allowed and
how the ordinance addressed concluding that campers/RV’s were only allowed in
campgrounds.
Ms. Murphy provided the Board some background:
Prior to Person County adopting a Countywide Ordinance, there was zoning for
Hyco Lake, Roxboro and Flat River Township. Hyco Lake zoning was adopted in
October 1966. In Residential Districts single family dwellings exclusive of tents and mobile campers were permitted by right. Lakeside camping areas (camps providing sites
for the location of tents and camping trailers) were permitted as a Conditional Use.
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The Ordinance for Roxboro and Flat River Township was adopted September
1964. The Ordinance did not mention campers or recreational vehicles but mobile homes
were only allowed in Residential Districts with a Conditional Use Permit.
Ms. Murphy stated in the report provided in the Board packet contained ordinance
requirements in almost all surrounding localities related to campers and recreational
vehicles noting she had others from across the State, all of which only allow in camping
areas.
Ms. Murphy state a subcommittee for campers/recreational vehicles met on
November 4, 2009 and reviewed the following items:
1. Do we want to allow one RV on a lot with a dwelling? Only if it is to be stored on
the lot and owned by the property owner. These are not to be stored in the front yard at all and not to be used for living quarters on the property.
2. Do you want one RV on a lot by itself? No
3. Do you only want RV’s in camping areas only? Yes
4. Definition for campers/recreational vehicles. Decided that the definition from the
Department of Insurance was appropriate. “A vehicular type unit designed as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, or travel use, which either has
its own motive power or is mounted on or drawn by another vehicle. The basic
entities are travel trailer, camping trailer, truck camper and motor home.”
5. Where to allow campers/recreational vehicles? In a campground/recreational
park. Ordinance will need to be changed to define a recreational park and the criteria. Subcommittee felt that a Special Use Permit should be required.
6. Items to be considered for a Special Use Permit for recreational parks-minimum
50 foot buffer, for temporary use and not permanent, acre limit, campsite size
limit, water, sewer, bath house, paved roads required.
Ms. Murphy reviewed the following proposed changes to the Planning Ordinance:
The following items would be included in the definition section of the Ordinance:
Camper/recreational vehicle park:
“Any site or tract of land upon which two or more recreational vehicles or tent spaces are
provided for occupancy according to the requirements set forth in this ordinance”.
Camper/recreational vehicle “A vehicular type unit designed as temporary living
quarters for recreational, camping, or travel use, which either has its own motive power
or is mounted on or drawn by another vehicle. The basic entities are travel trailer,
camping trailer, truck camper and motor home.”
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Amend Appendix C (Table of Permitted Uses) to change camping areas to
Camper/Recreational Park. These will be permitted with a Special Use Permit in all
districts except GI and they are not allowed.
60-7 Campers and Recreational Vehicles shall not be used for dwelling purposes on
individual lots but can be stored provided they are registered to the owner of the lot and
there is an existing dwelling. There shall only be one camper/recreational vehicle stored
per lot. A Conditional Use Permit will be required for storage of more than one camper/recreational vehicle and property owner and camper/RV owner must be the same.
No campers or recreational vehicles are allowed on a vacant lot without a dwelling unless
it has been approved for a camper/recreational vehicle park.
60-8 Campers and Recreational Vehicles shall only be used as a temporary dwelling (fewer than 180 consecutive days) and only permitted in campground/recreational vehicle
parks with a Special Use Permit (see Section 74-1B) or as noted in Note 7A.
74-1 B
In addition to requirements listed in Section 74-1 A, a Special Use Permit site plan for a
camper/recreational vehicle park must show compliance with the following in addition to
meeting the requirements of Section 81 (Site Plan Requirements)
1. A minimum lot size of two acres is required.
2. Density to be 2500 square feet for each tent or trailer space
3. A minimum undisturbed fifty foot buffer from all property lines.
4. Each campsite shall contain a stabilized parking pad of either pavement or gravel and one off-street parking space.
5. A sanitary source of drinking water shall be not more than 200 feet, toilet facilities
not more than 400 feet and wash houses not more than 1500 feet from any tent or
trailer space. This provision shall not apply where community water and sewer
connections are provided to trailers having self contained kitchens and bathroom facilities.
NOTE 7A- TEMPORARY EMERGENCY USE OF CAMPER/RECREATIONAL
VEHICLE
Temporary emergency use of a camper/recreational vehicle is allowed for a period of six
months in the event of a fire, flood or other natural disaster which has made the principal
dwelling uninhabitable. The temporary use must be located on the same lot and a zoning
permit is required. The zoning permit may be renewed for one additional six month
period.
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The Board of Adjustment may grant a Conditional Use Permit to allow the temporary use
of a camper/recreational vehicle for dwelling purposes during the construction or
installation of a permanent residential unit provided that :
1. A building permit has been issued for construction of the permanent home 2. Approval is for a period of one year. Applicant shall only be allowed one
reapplication for the same lot.
3. The camper/recreational vehicle can not be used for residential purposes on the
same lot once the certificate of occupancy is issued or the time allowed by the
Conditional Use Permit has expired.
The Planning Board held a Public Hearing on March 11, 2010, April 15, 2010 and
May 12, 2010 in addition to Public Meetings on December 10, 2009, January 14, 2010
and February 11, 2010 and voted 4 to 0 to forward the proposed ordinance amendments with a favorable recommendation.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to the amendments to the Zoning
Ordinance pertaining to Campers and Recreational Vehicles under consideration by the Board:
o Dennis Canter of 191 Jasper Clayton Road, Roxboro
o Clyde Kelly of PO Box 84, Semora (Hyco Lake)
o Ronnie Stallings of 6330 David New Road, Burlington, NC and owner of
property at Hyco Lake
o Walter Cates of 39 Old Salem Road, Roxboro, attorney on behalf of the Munday
family
o Andy Munday of 1023 Poplar Creek Trail, Raleigh, and descendant of the original
land owner in the unrestricted neighborhood in which the complaint has arose
The following individuals spoke in favor to the amendments to the Zoning
Ordinance pertaining to Campers and Recreational Vehicles under consideration by the
Board:
o Jim Fulp of 151 Steel Magnolia Lane, Semora
o Bill West of 182 Munday Oakley Road
o Whit Wyant of 876 Pineborough Estates Road
o Mark Drastal of 139 Sunset Point Drive, Semora (left the Board copies of letters and photographs for further review)
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Commissioner Kennington inquired about temporary use of RV’s on a residential
lot. Ms. Murphy stated a short period of time is not really against the ordinance as the
intent. When asked about the simplicity of the Durham County ordinance, Ms. Murphy stated the difficulty to regulate and the potential for abuse. Commissioner Kennington
asked about issues such as Boy Scouts camping out and Ms. Murphy stated technically it
is in violation of the ordinance currently. Under zoning permits, tents require a zoning
permit, but reiterated that boy scouts camping for a weekend would not be the target of a
violation. Ms. Murphy stated a motor home in a drive-way is a violation but not looking for that type of use unless it is abused. Ms. Murphy suggested the proposed ordinance
could prevent abuse as it states permitted uses by right or with a special use permit or a
conditional use permit further noting campers and RV’s are only allowed in camping
grounds. Commissioner Kennington confirmed with Ms. Murphy the intent for placing
campers/RV’s on a large acreage for the purpose of hunting is a violation but not a target violation unless abused.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner
Kennington and carried 5-0 to close the public hearing to consider amendments to the
Zoning Ordinance pertaining to Campers and Recreational Vehicles.
Commissioner Puryear inquired about enforcing the recommended ordinance.
Ms. Murphy stated if a complaint is received, it must be addressed by her office. If a
violation exists, a letter requesting explanation will be sent to start the process.
Commissioner Puryear suggested working on the issue before the Board at the
next budget work session on June 9, 2010 noting as written, he was not supportive.
Commissioner Kennington stated opposition of the campgrounds in residential
neighborhood and desired to further discussion as well as legal advice.
Commissioner Jeffers suggested setting a joint meeting with the Planning
Board and indicated the budget work session was not right time to discuss.
Commissioner Clayton and Chairman Lunsford agreed the next budget work session is
not the time for discussion. The group considered the next Board meeting date, June 21, 2010. Commissioner Puryear opposed working on this issue at a morning meeting as less
people will be able to attend and requested assurance that the vote will take place at an
evening meeting. Commissioner Clayton suggested discussing on June 21, 2010, stating
an additional public hearing would be scheduled if deemed appropriate.
A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Commissioner
Jeffers and carried 5-0 to table the issue before the Board to consult with the County
Attorney and the Planning Board. This item will be added to the June 21, 2010 Board
agenda.
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PUBLIC HEARING:
FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011 RECOMMENDED BUDGET:
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Puryear and carried to open the public hearing designated to hear comments pertaining
to Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Recommended Budget.
The following individuals appeared before the Board to make comments related to Fiscal Year 2010-20111 Recommended Budget:
o Vickie Kirk of 8440 Oxford Road, Timberlake opposed the recommended budget
cuts to the recreation budget and requested the Board proceed with the RFQ for
the Recreation Center. o Donald Long of 9741Virgilina Road, Roxboro requested restoration of funds to
the Parks & Recreation to the 2009 budget level.
o Dennis Canter of 191 Jasper Clayton Road, Roxboro spoke in support of the
Personality Event and the non profit recommended funding to the Roxboro
Chamber of Commerce as well as advocated for the Parks & Recreation football program.
o Margaret McMann of 303 Windsor Drive, Roxboro requested Board
consideration to fund Personality as well as reinstate funding to the Museum of
History. o Camden Winstead of 173 Chole Marie Lane, Hurdle Mills told the Board how much he enjoys playing football.
o Dolly Denton of 325 Leasburg Road, Roxboro advocated for county funding for
the Museum of History.
o Eddie Talbert of 460 Alleghany Drive, Roxboro and President of the Museum
Board requested the Board to allocate funding to the Museum of History. o Alex Perkins of 1770 Gentry Ridge Road, Roxboro told the Board how sports are
important to him.
o Blaine Bunch of 307 Red Mountain Road, Rougemont asked the Board to keep
football and baseball in the recreation funding. o Ronnie Dunevant of 904-F N. Madison Blvd, Roxboro requested continuation of county funding for roots and wings.
o Mark Phillips of 233 N. Main Street, Roxboro requested the Board to earmark
funds for recreation, economic development, root & wings, Museum of History,
Roxboro Development Group, Chamber of Commerce without a tax increase.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Puryear and carried to close the public hearing designated to hear comments pertaining
to the 2010-2011 Recommended Budget.
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PUBLIC HEARING:
CONSIDERATION OF A PROPOSED INSTALLMENT FINANCING
AGREEMENT TO FINANCE A PORTION OF THE COST OF VARIOUS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS:
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Clayton and carried to open the public hearing for consideration to approve a proposed
installment financing agreement to finance a portion of the cost of various capital improvements, hear public comments and take action as desired by the Board.
Finance Director, Amy Wehrenberg stated the purpose of this public hearing
scheduled for today, June 7, 2010, is to present the option to consider whether the Board
of Commissioners for Person County should approve a proposed installment financing agreement and certain related documents associated with the renovation of the Person
County Courthouse and the repair or replacement of roofs on the Old Person Counseling
Center, the Public Library, Building F and Building G at PCC, Northern Middle School
and Earl Bradsher School. The provision of proceeds will not exceed $5,446,000 for
these projects, and the County will secure the repayment by granting a security interest in a portion of the Courthouse Project as will be defined in the financing documents. Notice
of this hearing was published in The Courier Times not less than 10 days before the this
date of the public hearing. Ms. Wehrenberg stated construction bids were received for
both the Courthouse renovation and the roofing projects, the amount to be financed was
reduced to $4,500,000 (946,000 less than passed on the Project Ordinance). Ms. Wehrenberg stated on June 2, 2010, bids were received from the banking lenders in
response to the County’s Request for Proposal to Finance a Portion of the Cost of the
Project. Ms. Wehrenberg referred to the bid sheet summarizing the bids noting many
variables the comparison is based on. The primary factors are the interest rates. Person
County’s proposal requested both tax-exempt interest rate and taxable rate (Build America Bonds). The effective interest rate represents the rate that accounts for the 35%
interest credit allowable under the Build America Bonds. Ms. Wehrenberg highlighted
the four responses noting RBC Centura’s proposal is by far the lowest effective interest
rate of 2.65%. Ms. Wehrenberg that RBC Centura’s proposal appeared to be the most
appropriate of the proposals received by the County to meet its needs under our current circumstances and is the proposed agreement that is the subject of this public hearing.
Chairman Lunsford called for public comments from those in favor or in
opposition. No one appeared to be heard at the public hearing.
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Clayton and carried to close the public hearing considering whether the Board approve a
proposed installment financing agreement to finance a portion of the cost of various
capital improvements
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A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Clayton and carried 4-0 for approval to proceed with the proposed financing of the
Project and approve on a preliminary basis, the proposed agreement to finance the project in an amount not to exceed $4,500,000 as presented
Commissioner Puryear noted his opposition to this project since the beginning.
Commissioner Clayton called a point of order due to one of the bidders being
Commissioner Puryear’s employer. Commissioner Puryear stated BB&T was not the winning bidder and he has no personal interest and no reason to refrain from the vote but
at the pleasure of the Board, Commissioner Puryear recused himself from the vote.
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Chairman Lunsford announced a 5-minute break at 8:48 p.m.
Chairman Lunsford called the meeting back to order at 8:58 p.m.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Chairman Lunsford requested the following changes to the agenda:
o Add a Closed Session
o Remove item #6 – Resolutions of Appreciation o Remove item #11 – Approval of Lender for Financing of Courthouse Renovation and Re-Roofing Projects
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Clayton and carried 5-0 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 5-0 to approve the minutes of May 17, 2010 and May 24, 2010.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
A motion was made by Chairman Lunsford, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers,
and carried 5-0 to approve the Administrative Reports for the Detention Center, Emergency Services, and Tax Administration & Collections.
Commissioner Kennington requested the EMS Director to be available at the
Board’s meeting when the next report from Emergency Services is on the Board agenda.
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REQUEST TO APPROVE A MAJOR SUBDIVISION CONCEPT PLAN FOR LARRY ADAMS:
Planning Director, Paula Murphy stated the Planning Board reviewed a request
for a Major Subdivision Concept Plan for Larry Adams on Cedar Grove Church Road. The property consists of 16.91 acres. Ms. Murphy stated 13 one acre minimum lots are
proposed. The parcel is split by Cedar Grove Church Road with the northern portion
containing 8 lots and the southern portion with 5 lots. The property is mostly wooded
according to Ms. Murphy. All lots will be served by individual wells and septic systems
and roads are to be built to NCDOT standards. There is a 500 foot landfill buffer shown on the plans and no private wells are allowed within this area. Outside the buffer, wells
must be located at least 10 feet from the property line potentially proposing issues with
lots 3, 7, 8 and 9.Thus far, no applications have been submitted to the Environmental
Department for wells or septic systems permits.
Ms. Murphy noted Planning Staff recommended conditions:
1. The roads are to be constructed to NCDOT standards. Road construction plans
are to be submitted to and approved by NCDOT. A copy of the approved road
construction plans are to be submitted to the Planning Department. Subdivision entrance to be approved by NCDOT. All lots bordering the newly created streets
to have access on the subdivision streets rather than Cedar Grove Church Road.
All conditions set forth by NCDOT.
2. An Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan (if needed) to be submitted to
NCDENR, Division of Land Resources, Land Quality Section and a copy of the approved plan to be submitted with the construction plan.
3. A Road Maintenance Agreement is to be prepared, reviewed and approved by the
County Attorney prior to approval of the final plat.
4. Road names to be approved by the County.
5. Lots 1, 2, 8 and 9 to obtain driveway permits from NCDOT. 6. All other requirements of the Subdivision Regulations of Person County be met
prior to submittal of the final plat.
The Planning Board reviewed this item at their May 12, 2010 meeting and voted 4-0 to forward with a favorable recommendation including staff comments to the County
Commissioners.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Chairman Lunsford, and carried 5-0 to approve the major subdivision concept plan for Larry Adams.
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REQUEST FOR WATERLINE EXTENSION FROM THERESA BAPTIST CHURCH:
County Engineer Paul Bailey presented to the Board for consideration a request
for waterline extension from Theresa Baptist Church. Mr. Bailey highlighted on a map the location of a current 12-inch waterline at the intersection on Chub Lake Road and
Cavel -Chub Lake Road noting approximately 1800 feet to reach the Theresa Baptist
Church property at 3919 Chub Lake Road to extend City water. Mr. Bailey stated the
estimated cost of the project is $100,000.
Mr. Bailey introduced Donnie Hubbard of 2324 Chub Lake Road and a member
of Theresa Baptist Church. Mr. Hubbard represented the congregation of Theresa Baptist
Church requesting a waterline extension to serve the purpose of providing a continuous,
uncontaminated water supply to the property of Theresa Baptist Church and the Son
Shine Preschool. At this time, Theresa Baptist Church checks the water for bacteria and other contaminants on a weekly basis but expects to be required to check daily in the near
future. The church is in the process of starting a new half-day preschool, and due to state
regulations, and the current water situation, Theresa is limited to only have 22 people
(this number includes teachers and students) in the preschool at any time. A city water
supply would alleviate this problem and allow more in the preschool as well as save the costs of having the water tested and treated constantly. Mr. Hubbard stated Theresa
Baptist Church has offered the County to become an emergency facility to provide a
location for showers, meals, and cots.
Mr. Bailey noted Theresa Baptist Church is willing to participate in the costs related to the project. Mr. Bailey gave the Board the history of the water/sewer fund
noting in 1999 a grant approximately $2 million was received to extend water and sewer
to the Timberlake community. Person County has a formal agreement with the City of
Roxboro that any funds collected reverts 25% to the county. Funds in the water/sewer
fund are only used for extending other water/sewer lines preferably by matching grant funds. Mr. Bailey noted no tax funds have been allocated to the water/sewer fund. Mr.
Bailey stated there are currently $83,000 funds in this account noting $100,000 was
loaned by the County into this fund approximately 2 years ago for the 49 North project
that has to be paid back to the General Fund. Mr. Bailey suggested extending the current
loan for this project if the Board approves the request.
Mr. Hubbard confirmed verbally that Theresa Baptist Church is willing to
contribute on a 50/50 basis with the County.
Commissioner Kennington inquired about the City of Roxboro participating in projects as the one proposed. Mr. Bailey stated per the agreement with the City of
Roxboro, the county approves the extension request and once completed, the ownership
is given to the City of Roxboro to furnish the water and maintain.
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Commissioner Jeffers asked the County Attorney if a letter of intent should be
received from Theresa Baptist Church prior to the Board allocating funds. The County
Attorney, Ron Aycock stated the county would be legally, more protected to have such
letter of agreement.
Commissioner Kennington questioned allocating funds for the waterline extension
when Board consideration may cut athletics, roots and wings, Museum of History,
hospital, and schools from 2 years ago. Mr. Bailey noted the water/sewer fund is not tax
money but revenue generated for the water/sewer fund and self supporting. Mr. Bailey reiterated the funds could be used from the water/sewer fund with an extension on the
existing loan.
Commissioner Jeffers explained the plan is to use the $50,000 from the funds in
the water/sewer account and extend the time to pay back to the General Fund. Chairman Lunsford stated it is an emergency situation with no time to pursue grants.
Commissioner Kennington asked about subdivisions requesting funds for this
same purpose. Mr. Bailey noted developers are allowed to extend water/sewer into new
subdivisions; however developers are charged the costs of the waterline extension.
Mr. Bailey stated it would be a Board decision if and when an emergency arises
and there are no funds in the water/sewer account. Mr. Bailey suggested Board
consideration to allocate funds each budget year to extend the current system.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner
Kennington, and carried 5-0 to approve the waterline extension request by Theresa
Baptist Church with a formal agreement between the Theresa Baptist Church and Person County stating a 50/50 funding of costs.
CERTIFICATE OF SAFETY ACHIEVEMENT: Chairman Lunsford stated he attended the Safety Awards Banquet on May 16,
2010, noting two county departments (Finance and Taxation) received a Certificate of
Safety Achievement resulting in a substantial reduction of injuries and illnesses and the promotion of safer working conditions in 2009 for the eleventh consecutive year.
Chairman Lunsford and other Board members congratulated the Finance and Taxation
department and presented the certificate to the Finance Director, Amy Wehrenberg.
Ms. Wehrenberg, on behalf of the Finance and Taxation noted her appreciation.
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BUDGET AMENDMENT: Finance Director, Amy Wehrenberg presented and explained the following
Budget Amendment.
Upon a motion by Commissioner Clayton, and a second by Commissioner Jeffers
and majority vote, the Board of Commissioners of Person County does hereby amend
the Budget of the General Fund(s) on this, the 7th day of June 2010, as follows:
Dept./Acct No. Department Name Amount
Incr /
(Decr)
EXPENDITURES General Fund
Economic Development
1,849
Human Services
138,678
Transfer to Schools Capital Reserve Fund
(463,593)
Schools Capital Reserve Fund (463,593)
REVENUES General Fund
Charges for services
1,528
Other revenues
321
Intergovernmental revenues
138,678
Debt Service-Fund Balance Approp 463,593
Debt Service-Transfer from School Capital Reserve
(463,593)
Local Option Sales Tax
(463,593)
Schools Capital Reserve Fund
Transfer from General Fund
(463,593)
Appropriate: Additional class registration fees ($1,528) and donations ($321) received
for Cooperative Extension; Bioterrorism grant awarded to the Health Department
($138,678); fund balance appropriation in Debt Service Fund to cover shortage created
by the receipt of sales tax that is reserved in the School Capital Reserve Fund for school
debt ($463,593); reduction of sales tax in the General Fund (-$463,000); and reduction of dedicated sales tax budgeted in the Schools Capital Reserve Fund ($-463,000).
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Ms. Wehrenberg anticipates Person County will be short in Sales Tax and
requested the Board to appropriate the maximum amount from Fund Balance into Debt
Service Fund to cover the shortage that will be used for payment of debt service.
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT: Chairman Lunsford had no report or comments.
MANAGER’S REPORT:
County Manager, Heidi York had no report or comments.
COMMISSIONER REPORT/COMMENTS:
Commissioner Kennington had no report or comments.
Commissioner Puryear asked for clarification from the County Manager regarding
the Council of Governments (COG) taking over the Senior Center and receiving the pass-through funding without any additional county funding that took place at the last Board
meeting. County Manager, Heidi York stated the Board received a communication last
Friday, June 4 stating the Block Grant funding requires a 5% county match which has
always been in place. Ms. York stated approximately $36,000 would be needed to match
the Block Grant. In addition, Ms. York requested $7,000 to match other state grants the COG anticipates drawing down. When asked by Commissioner Puryear the
recommended funding source, the County Manager stated the financing approved this
date for Courthouse renovation and Re-roofing projects resulted in a savings of
approximately $160,000 and that is the source recommended to use for the grant matches.
Ms. York noted a further discussion on this subject will take place at the budget work session on June 9, 2010. Commissioner Puryear reminded the group of his substitute
motion at the last Board meeting requesting delaying the vote to obtain further
information, and urged to Board to consider honoring such in the future.
Commissioner Jeffers had no report or comments.
Commissioner Clayton had no report or comments.
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CLOSED SESSION:
A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton, seconded by Commissioner
Jeffers, and carried 5-0 to enter Closed Session pursuant to General Statute 143-318.11(a)(4) to discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other
businesses in the county at 9:28 p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear, seconded by Commissioner Jeffers, and carried 5-0 to return to open session at 9:54 p.m.
Commissioner Kennington asked the County Manger for a summary of Closed
Session notes.
RECESS: A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers, seconded by Commissioner
Clayton, and carried 5-0 to recess the meeting at 9:55 p.m. until June 9, 2010 at 9:00
a.m.
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Brenda B. Reaves Johnny Myrl Lunsford
Clerk to the Board Chairman