071018wsmHARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Minutes of Work Session
July 10, 2018
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in work session on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, in
Conference Room A, County Administration Building, 420 McKinney Parkway, Lillington,
North Carolina.
Members present:
Staff present:
Gordon Springle, Chairman
Howard Penny, Vice Chairman
Abe Elmore, Commissioner
Barbara McKoy, Commissioner
Joe Miller, Commissioner
Paula Stewart, County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk
Chairman Springle called the meeting to order at 9:00 am and led the Pledge of Allegiance and
invocation.
The following agenda was before commissioners:
➢ Joint Meeting with Harnett County Social Services Board
> Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
> Request for waiver of unpaid dental cost for retirees
➢ Airport Management (FBO) Selection Committee's recommendation for the
management of the Harnett Regional Jetport
> County Manager's Report:
- July 16, 2018 Regular Meeting Agenda Review
Invitations and upcoming meetings
> Closed Session
> Adjourn
Harnett County Social Services Board members Billie Bryant and Eric Thornton joined the
Board. Gordon Springle also serves as a member of the Harnett County Social Services Board.
Mrs. Bryant called the meeting of the board to order.
Vice Chairman Howard Penny moved that the Board go into closed session to discuss with the
Harnett County social Services Board certain personnel matters. This motion is made pursuant
to N.C. General Statute Section 143-318.11(a)(6). Commissioner Miller seconded the motion
that passed unanimously.
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Eric Thornton moved that the Social Services Board go into closed session to discuss personnel
matters. Gordon Springle seconded the motion that passed unanimously.
Mrs. Bryant and Mr. Thornton left the meeting following closed session.
Harnett County Parks and Recreation Director Carl Davis said staff would like to develop
a Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Mr. Davis said the committee, who would serve as
a liaison, would represent the interests of the citizens of Harnett County by providing guidance
for Parks and Recreation in planning for future needs and trends in the area of recreation as well
as promoting the parks, facilities and events. He said members would serve as volunteers and
briefly reviewed the bylaws including membership for the proposed advisory committee. The
Board will consider approval of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Bylaws during
their upcoming regular meeting.
Chairman Springle noted he recently attended a meeting with several municipal mayors where
staff mentioned the proposed Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Chairman Springle
announced the County is now giving each town, along with Western Harnett Recreation, the
same amount of $27 per child per sport. Discussions continued regarding park and recreation
programs.
Harnett County Human Resources Director Heather Pollard requested a waiver of unpaid dental
cost for Medicare retiree Eunice Matthews for $144.10 and Medicare retiree Ken Slattum for
$138.32 totaling $282.42. Mrs. Pollard noted the unpaid costs were due to an internal error. She
said neither retiree has used the $200/month supplemental reimbursement since retiring, either
having NC State Government and Tri -Care plans and do not need the supplement. Discussions
continued. Commissioners will consider approval of the request for waiver of unpaid dental cost
during their upcoming regular meeting.
Harnett County General Services Assistant Director Anna Peele presented the Airport
Management (FBO) Selection Committee's recommendation of Warren Investment Company of
NC to manage the Harnett Regional Jetport for the next five (5) years. She briefly reviewed the
interview process and recommendations. If awarded, staff requests approval to begin
contract negotiations with Warren Investment Company of NC. Staff noted we would like to
manage our jetport ourselves at some point in the future. Commissioners will consider approval
of the award of contract during their upcoming regular meeting.
Beth Blinson with Harnett County General Services provided an update on on-going air
conditioning issues throughout county government.
Mrs. Stewart reviewed the draft July 16, 2018 regular meeting agenda. She also reviewed the list
of invitations and upcoming meetings. Chairman Springle asked that the DSS monthly report be
provided to commissioners monthly.
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Mrs. Stewart also updated the board regarding a recent citizen complaint regarding a $100 meter -
tampering fee with Harnett County Public Utilities.
Commissioner Miller moved that 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. McNeill, et al vs Stone, et al, Harnett File No. 18 CVS 1083;
b. Workers Compensation case of Lynn E. Jackson, IC No. 16754262.
2) To instruct the county staff concerning the position to be taken by the County in
negotiating a contract for the acquisition of real property.
3) To discuss certain personnel matters, and
4) To discuss economic development matters.
This motion is made pursuant to N.C. General Statute Section 143-318.11(a)(3),(5),(6) & (4).
Vice Chairman Penny seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Elmore moved that the Board come out of closed session. Commissioner Miller
seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Elmore moved to adjourn the meeting. Vice Chairman Penny seconded the
motion, which passed unanimously.
Gordon Springle,
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