01PBMinutes15HARNETT COUNTY PLANNING BOARD
0 Lillington, NC 27546
January 5, 2015
The Harnett County Planning Board met on Monday, January 5, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. in the
Administration Building in Lillington, NC.
Board Members present were: Curtis Bullion, Chairman; Kathy Wood, Vice Chairman, Jay
Smith, Carnell Robinson, Cris Nystrom.
Planning Services Staff Members present were: Jay Sikes, Manager of Planning Services, Randy
Baker, Senior Zoning Inspector and Teresa Byrd, Planner I and Recording Secretary.
Chairman Curtis Bullion called the meeting to order and gave the invocation.
November minutes were presented for approval. Jay Smith made a motion to approve the
minutes as written with a second by Carnell Robinson. There was a unanimous vote to
approve.
Proposed New Ordinance: Harnett County Firearms Discharge Ordinance; Requested by:
Harnett County Planning Services; Police Power Ordinance; Administrator: Harnett County
Sheriff, Reason: Increase concerns over the life, health and safety of Harnett County citizens as
related to the unregulated discharge of firearms.
Randy Baker, Senior Zoning Inspector explained the history on the Firearms Discharge
Ordinance and stated that the Explosive Ordinance would be brought at a later date. Mr. Baker
went on to tell how there had been several draft ordinances done prior the August 4, 2014, when
it was presented to this board. Mr. Baker stated that it was forwarded to the County
Commissioners on August 18, 2014, which it was tabled. After the two meetings and hearing the
concerns of the citizens, staff recommended to the committee that the ordinances be separated.
Mr. Baker went on to say that the committee and staff tried to take care of the concerns of the
board, citizens, etc. Mr. Baker stated that they had taken out certain language to make it work
with what everyone wanted. Mr. Baker stated that they had taken out the 200 foot setback,
because the intentions of Sherriff Larry Rollins was not to fire in a subdivision. Mr. Baker stated
that they added a restriction that a firearm can't be discharged on lots 10,000 square foot or less
and no fire zones around certain structures such as schools, churches, day care facilities, nursing
homes etc. were added. Mr. Baker stated they added restricted backstops and new hours from
sun rise to sun down.
Cris Nystrom had concerns about the hours and that night time shooting was prohibited. Mr.
Nystrom stated that it prohibited a person the ability to use night vision and shoot at night. Mr.
Nystrom went on to say that he liked shooting at night. Mr. Baker stated that this ordinance and
restrictions are challenged daily and can be amended through the process.
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Everett Blake, Alternate Planning Board Member came forth and stated the backstop was a big
piece and there needed to be a formal backstop. He questioned the time and stated it could have
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some common ground and give a little more leeway such as one half hours before sunrise and
one half hours after sunset.
Judy Wheeler came forth and stated that she was part of the committee and they had a good
selection of people. Mrs. Wheeler stated she thought it was a good ordinance and that she didn't
agree with everything, but something's she could live with. Mrs. Wheeler stated the committee
worked hard and she was very much in support.
Rick Foster, Board of Adjustment Member and Member of the Committee came forth in favor of
the ordinance. Mr. Foster commended Mr. Baker on an excellent job. Mr. Foster felt it was
important to having codes for a long standing tradition and aright to the citizen. Mr. Foster
stated he was in support of the ordinance.
Chairman Curtis Bullion asked for a motion to approve or disapprove the ordinance. Jay Smith
made a motion to approve, with a second from Carnell Robinson. There was a 4 -1 vote with
Board Member Cris Nystrom opposing.
Staff and Board said farewell to Chairman Curtis Bullion. Mr. Sikes thanked Mr. Bullion for his
time and dedication to numerous boards. Mr. Bullion said a few parting words.
Election of Officers: Chairman Curtis Bullion asked for any nominations for Chairman. Kathy
Wood nominated Jay Smith as the new Chairman. There were no other nominations or
discussion, there was unanimous vote.
Jay Smith then nominated Kathy Wood to continue as Vice Chairman. There were no other
nominations or discussion and there was a unanimous vote.
There being no further business, the Planning Board adjourned at 7:33 p.m.
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Kathy Wood, Vice Chairman
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Teres Byrd, Record g Secretary
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