020116mHARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Minutes of Regular Meeting
February 1, 2016
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, February 1,
2016, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, County Administration Building, 102 East Front
Street, Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present:
Staff present:
Jim Burgin, Chairman
Gordon Springle, Vice Chairman
Abe Elmore, Commissioner
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
Joe Miller, Commissioner
Joseph Jeffries, County Manager
Paula Stewart, Deputy County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk
Chairman Burgin called the meeting to order at 9:00 am. Commissioner Joe Miller led the
pledge of allegiance and invocation.
Chairman Burgin recognized Town of Angier Mayor Lewis Weatherspoon and Marty Clayton
with Progress Energy. Mr. Clayton addressed the group.
Chairman Burgin called for additions and deletions to the published agenda. Commissioner
Miller moved to approve the agenda as published. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion
which passed unanimously.
Vice Chairman Springle moved to approve the following items listed on the consent agenda.
Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
1. Minutes: January 4, 2016 Regular Meeting
2. Budget Amendments:
195 Solid Waste
Code 580- 6600 - 461.33 -50 Contracted Services
580- 0000 - 354.01 -00 Sale of other assets
10,000 increase
10,000 increase
197 EMS Department
Code 110 -5400- 420.35 -73 ASPR/SMAT (Wake Med) 41,065 increase
110 - 0000 - 353.54 -04 Contributions- ASPR/SMAT Wake Med 41,065 increase
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200 Emergency Services
Code 110 -5300- 420.11 -00 Salary & Wages
110 -5300- 420.11 -13 Salary & Wages/Vacation Payout
201 EMS Department
Code 110 -5400- 420.11 -00 Salary & Wages
110 -5400- 420.74 -74 Capital Outlay-Equipment
204 Cooperative Extension
Code 110 - 7301- 465.41 -11
110 -7301 - 465.60 -33
110- 7301 - 465.58 -14
110 -7301- 465.12 -00
Operating Utilities/Tel & Postage
Operating - Materials & Supplies
Operating- Travel & Admin
Economic/Physical Dev - Salary & Wages
206 Aging Division/Health Department
Code 110- 7501 - 441.32 -11 Family Caregiver Support
110- 7501- 441.60 -47 Food & Provisions
110- 0000 - 353.75 -01 Donations
207 Health Department
Code 110 -7600- 441.32 -26
110 -7600- 441.58 -14
110- 7600 - 441.60 -33
110- 7600 - 441.60 -47
110- 7600 - 441.64 -25
110 -0000- 334.76 -23
208 Health Department
Code 110 - 7600 - 441.58 -14
110- 7600 -441 -64.25
110- 0000 - 331.76 -14
Incentives
Travel
Materials & Supplies
Food & Provisions
Books & Publications
Healthy Communities
Travel
Books & Publications
Maternal Health
209 Cooperative Extension
Code 110- 7310- 465.33 -45 Contracted Services
110- 0000 - 353.73 -10 Parents As Teachers
211 Sheriffs Department
Code 110 -5115- 420.11 -14 Salaries & Wages Longevity
110 -5115- 420.60 -33 Materials & Supplies
3. Tax rebates, refunds and releases (Attachment 1)
9,690 decrease
9,690 increase
45,000 decrease
45,000 increase
507 decrease
1,907 decrease
1,887 decrease
4,364 increase
415 increase
75 increase
490 increase
750 increase
600 increase
1,000 increase
750 increase
1,060 increase
4,160 increase
460 decrease
459 decrease
919 decrease
1,000 increase
1,000 increase
572 increase
572 decrease
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4. Hamett County Emergency Services, on behalf of the Buies Creek Fire Department,
requested approval to sign a contract to purchase a new aerial fire truck in the amount of
$1,120,353.
5. Harnett County Human Resources requested approval of date change in the Personnel
Ordinance: Section 17. Longevity Pay; Pay Plan Article III, Section 12B.
6. Harnett County Emergency Services requested approval to receive additional awarded
funds for the FY15 ASPR SMATII Grant Sustainment Project administered through the
WakeMed Health and Hospitals CAPRAC in the amount of $41,065. This grant will be a
reimbursable grant and no county matching funds are required.
7. Resolution Supporting the Renaming of Portions of North Carolina Highway 24 as the
Gold Star Highway. (Attachment 2)
8. Harnett County Public Utilities requested award of construction contract for Odor
Control/Lime Feed System at Fort Bragg Wastewater Lift Station to ELJ Incorporated of
Jacksonville, NC in the amount of $189,000. (Attachment 3)
9. Harnett County Planning Services requested approval to make several changes to their
organizational makeup including changing the name to the Department of Development
Services. The increase in salary & wages will be absorbed in Planning Service's current
budget.
10. Harnett County Letter of Intent to NCDOT to fund up to $71,000 toward the installation
of a second driveway at the CCCC Lillington Campus
11. Resolution Supporting the Connect NC Bond (Attachment 4)
Chairman Burgin opened the floor for informal comments by the public, allowing up to 3
minutes for each presentation up to 30 minutes.
- Cris Nystrom of 391 Center Lane in Bunnlevel asked the County to please provide sewer in
Senter Hills Subdivision where he lives. Commissioners asked Harnett County Public
Utilities Director Steve Ward to look into this.
- Monica DeAngelos of 652 Old Stage Road reported the water in the restroom of the
Administration building was brown this morning.
- Elizabeth Crudup of 72 N. Isabella Street in Coats referenced a recent newspaper article.
She said handing the old Shawtown School property over to the Shawtown Alumni
Association is the most irresponsible thing she thinks this Board has ever done. Mrs. Crudup
said the Association does not have a concrete plans for financing, no guarantee any jobs will
be created and no timeline. She said the Head Start Program housed on the property is a
critical program for children and asked what guarantees do they have once the property is
handed over. Commissioners Burgin and McKoy responded that the Board has not made a
decision regarding this.
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Commissioner Miller moved to approve the appointments listed below. Vice Chairman
Springle seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee
Daniel Glover and Deangelo Jackson (nominated by Commissioner Miller) were
appointed to serve on this committee for a term of one year expiring February 28, 2017.
Harnett County Public Library Board of Trustees
Jerry Ennis (nominated by Commissioner Miller) was reappointed to serve on this board
for a term of three years expiring November 30, 2018.
Cindy Ramsey (nominated by Commissioner Miller) was reappointed to serve on this
board for a term of three years expiring December 31, 2018.
Town of Coats — Planning Board ETJ Members
Max Matthews of 1778 Clayhole Road and Ed Lauder of 720 Delma Grimes Road were
appointed to serve on the Town of Coats Planning Board as ETJ members for a term of
three years.
Mr. Jeffries presented the following reports:
- Harnett County Financial Summary — December 2015
- Sales Tax Analysis by Article — October 2015
- Department of Public Health Activities Summary — December 2015
- Planning Services Reports — November & December 2015
- Sandhills Center Quarterly Fiscal Report — December 31, 2015
Mr. Jeffries announced he and Mrs. Stewart would be attending the Annual North Carolina City
and County Management Seminar in Durham February 3 — 5, 2016. Mr. Jeffries congratulated
Vice Chairman Springle who recently received the Jack Brock Memorial Award from Mid -
Carolina Council of Government.
Last, Mr. Jeffries noted he recently met with Harnett Forward Together Committee (HFTC). Mr.
Jeffries noted they have several vacancies on their board and have created a nomination
committee. He said they discussed the proposal that the Board sent back to HFTC and they seem
to be moving forward with that request. Mr. Jeffries said everything seems to be going in a good
direction. He also noted HFTC did have some discussion about their role.
Chairman Burgin called for any new business. He discussed the Harnett County Financials
provided in the agenda package. Chairman Burgin asked, given the Employee Clinic Fund is
over $631,000, if we could stop making those payments. Mrs. Honeycutt responded they are
looking at scaling those payments back in the coming year. He said he doesn't see why we keep
building that fund and would like to discuss stopping the payments now.
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Commissioner McKoy moved that the Board go into closed session for the following purposes:
1) To consult with the County's legal staff in order to preserve the attorney- client
privilege concerning the handling of certain claims and litigation including the following
cases:
a) Key Constructors, Inc. v Harnett County, et.al. 5:16 CV 25 (EDNC);
b) In re: Gail Newson Highsmith, Case No. 12 -80586 (MDNC);
c) Joseph C. Webb v County of Harnett — NCIC File No. Y06279; and
2) To instruct the County staff concerning the position to be taken by the County in
negotiating the terms of a contract for the acquisition of real property; and
3) Economic Development matters.
This motion is made pursuant to N.C. General Statute Section 143- 318.11(a)(3) &(5) &(4).
Vice Chairman Springle seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Elmore moved that the Board come out of closed session. Commissioner McKoy
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Chairman Burgin asked the group to review the latest Economic County profile recently
provided. The group discussed some of the information in the profile. Chairman Burgin asked
staff to make sure to email new information to commissioners as soon as it is available.
Vice Chairman Springle distributed a "The Connect NC Bond — Key Information" handout. He
said the handout gives an overview of what the bond is supposed to do and how it is supposed to
work and how the money will be spent. Vice Chairman Springle said Central Carolina
Community College is supposed to get $6 Million and Raven Rock State Park is going to get
$1.1 Million.
At 10:25 am Commissioner Elmore moved to recess the meeting until 11:45 am. Commissioners
will reconvene at 11:45 am to host their 2016 Legislative Luncheon. Vice Chairman Springle
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
arg;uet Regina j eler, Clerk
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ATTACHMENT 2
harnett
COUNTY
NORTH CAROLINA
RESOLUTION BY THE HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUPPORTING THE RENAMING OF PORTIONS OF
NORTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY 24 AS THE GOLD STAR HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, The United States began observing Gold Star Mother's Day on the last Sunday of
September in 1936 to honor mothers who lost sons or daughters fighting in World War I; and
WHEREAS, the Gold Star Wives of America was formed prior to the end of World War II to
provide support for the spouse and children of those who lost their lives while serving in the
United States Military; and
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WHEREAS, the Gold Star Lapel Button was established in August of 1947 and given to the
next of kin of military members who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, the symbol of the gold star came from the custom of families of servicemen
hanging a banner called a Service Flag in the window of their homes with a gold star to represent
those who lost their lives serving their nation; and
WHEREAS, Harnett County joins the State of North Carolina and the nation in recognizing the
sacrifice that Gold Star family members make when a loved one dies in service to the nation; and
WHEREAS, North Carolina is home to no less than seven major military installations as well as
nearly 1 million current or former military service members, and holds military service in the
highest regard; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
fully supports the efforts of the North Carolina Department of Transportation to rename portions
of North Carolina Highway 24 the Gold Star Highway.
ADOPTED this 19th day of January, 2016.
HARNETT COUN , BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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ATTACHMENT 3
HARNETT COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
FORT BRAGG PUMP STATION LIQUID -LIME FEED SYSTEM
BID TABULATION
Bid Date: December 11th, 2015 @ 2:00 PM
CONTRACTORS
Addendum
Bid Surety
TOTAL BID PRICE
1.
EU, Incorporated
Jacksonville, NC
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$189,000.00
2.
Spruill Const. Corporation
Linden, NC
X
X
$270,712.00
3.
T.A. Loving Company
Goldsboro, NC
X
X
$292,500.00
4.
Water and Waste Systems Const., Inc.
Garner, NC
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X
$302,000.00
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ATTACHMENT 4
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NORTH CAROLINA
RESOLUTION BY THE HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUPPORTING THE CONNECT NC BOND
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WHEREAS, voters in Harnett County and across North Carolina will have the opportunity on
March 15 to consider voting for the $2 Billion Connect NC Bond, which includes funding for the
UNC system, NC community colleges, state parks and attractions, the National Guard and public
safety, and for local parks and infrastructure across North Carolina; and
WHEREAS, Harnett County will benefit from the Connect NC Bond, which will provide
millions of dollars in funding for several agencies in the County; and
WHEREAS, Central Carolina Community College will receive $6,307,085, which may be used
for new construction, repairs and renovations; and
WHEREAS, Raven Rock State Park will receive $1,125,000, which would go toward adding an
additional element to the park's existing amenities, most notably a drive -to campground with
electricity and water; and
WHEREAS, Harnett County will also have the opportunity to apply for a portion of the
$309,500,000 which will be designated toward statewide loans and grants for water and sewer
improvements; and
WHEREAS, because of North Carolina's fiscal strength and strong balance sheet, no tax
increase will be required to fund these bonds, and in addition, the State's Triple A bond rating
will be preserved; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
does hereby express its support for the Connect NC Bond.
ADOPTED this 1st day of February, 2016.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
C. Gordon Spring e
strong roots • new growth