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HomeMy WebLinkAbout032017a Agenda Package032017a HC BOC Page 1 032017a HC BOC Page 2 Agenda Item J../ -A HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Minutes of Regular Meeting March 6, 20 l 7 The Hamett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, March 6, 2017, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, County Administration Building, l 02 East Front Street, Lillington, North Carolina. Members present: Staff present: Gordon Springle, Chairman Joe Miller, Vice Chairman Barbara McKoy, Commissioner Howard Penny, Commissioner Abe Elmore, Commissioner Joseph Jeffries, County Manager Paula Stewart, Deputy 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. Commissioner McKoy led the Pledge of Allegiance and invocation. Chairman Springle called for additions and deletions to the published agenda. Mr. Jeffries requested the addition of 1) Parks and Recreation/Cooperative Extension's request for permission to apply for a Tobacco Trust Fund grant; and 2) consideration and approval of the recommended salary schematics provided by the Springsted Compensation Study. Commissioner Elmore moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Vice Chairman Miller moved to approve the following items listed on the consent agenda. Commissioner Penny seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. 1. Minutes: February 20, 2017 Regular Meeting February 14, 2017 Special Session Meeting 2. Budget Amendments: 275 Library Code l 10-8100-450.32-78 Special Programming 110-8100-450.60-47 Food & Provisions l 10-0000-353 .07-00 Contributions/Donations 278 Health Department Code 110-7600-441.60-33 Materials & Supplies 110-7600-441 .60-46 Medical Supplies 110-0000-331.76-01 WIC Client Services 1500 increase 500 decrease 2,000 increase 4,000 increase 1,990 increase 5,990 increase February 6, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Hamett County Board of Commissioners Pagel of 6 032017a HC BOC Page 3 282 Hamett County WIOA Dislocated Program Fund Code 234-7411-465.32-73 Training (ITA) Voucher 234-0000-33174-11 Dislocated Worker 283 Harnett County WIOA Adult Program Fund Code 234-7410-465-32-73 Training ITA voucher 234-0000-331.74-10 Adult Program 284 General Fund 12,000 increase 12,000 increase 6,000 increase 6,000 increase Code 110-4150-410.11-00 Administration Salaries & Wages 6,000 increase 110-4150.410.12-00 Administration Part-time Salaries & Wages 600 increase 110-4155-410.11-00 Legal Salaries & Wages 2,400 increase 110-4250-410.11-00 Human Resources Salaries & Wages 3,600 increase 110-4300-410.11-00 Board of Election Salaries & Wages 4,800 increase l 10-4400-410.11-00 Finance Salaries & Wages 16,800 increase 110-4500-410.11-00 Tax Salaries & Wages 24,000 increase 110-4500-410.12-00 Tax Part-time Salaries & Wages 600 increase 110-4600-410.11-00 General Services Salaries & Wages 2,400 increase 110-4610-410.11-00 Fleet Maintenance Salaries & Wages 2,400 increase 110-4610-410.12-00 Fleet Maint. Part-time Salaries/wages 600 increase 110-4650-410.11-00 Transportation Salaries & Wages 12,000 increase 110-4650-410.12-00 Transportation Part-time Salaries/wages 13 ,800 increase 110-4651-410.11-00 Transportation Admin Salaries & Wages 3,600 increase l 10-4700-410.11-00 Facilities Maintenance Salaries & Wages 14,400 increase 110-4800-410.11-00 Register of Deeds Salaries & Wages 10,800 increase 110-4900-410.11-00 IT Salaries & Wages 16,800 increase 110-4910-410.11-00 GIS Salaries & Wages 9 ,600 increase 110-5100-420.11-00 Sheriff Salaries & Wages 139,200 increase 110-5100-420.12-00 Sheriff Part-time Salaries & Wages 6,000 increase 110-5104-420.11-00 Child Support Enforce. Salaries & Wages 1,200 increase l 10-5110-420.11-00 Communications Salaries & Wages 24,000 increase 110-5110-420.12-00 Communications Part-time Salaries/Wages 1,800 increase 110-5115-420.11-00 School Resource Officers Salaries/Wages 13 ,200 increase 110-5120-420.11-00 Jail Salaries & Wages 60,000 increase 110-5120-420.12-00 Jail Part-time Salaries & Wages 600 increase l 10-5300-420.11-00 Emergency Services Salaries & Wages 10,800 increase l 10-5300-420.12-00 Emergency Services PT Salaries/Wages 1,800 increase 110-5400-420.11-00 EMS Salaries & Wages 70,800 increase 110-5400-420.12-00 EMS Part-time Salaries & Wages 21 ,600 increase 110-5500-420.11-00 Animal Services Salaries & Wages 8,400 increase 110-5500-420.12-00 Animal Services PT Salaries/Wages 1,200 increase 110-6700-429.11-00 Soil & Water Salaries & Wages 3,600 increase 110-7100-465. l l-OO Industrial Development Salaries & Wages 1,200 increase 110-7200-465 .11-00 Development Services 21 ,600 increase 110-7501-441.11-00 Department on Aging Salaries & Wages 1,200 increase February 6,2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Hamett County Board of Commissioners Page 2 of 6 032017a HC BOC Page 4 284 General Fund continued Code 110-7510-441.11-00 l 10-7550-441.11-00 110-7552-441 .11-00 I 1 0-7 600-441.11-00 110-7700-441.11-00 110-7700-441.12-00 110-7800-441.11-00 110-8100-450.11-00 110-8100-450.12-00 110-8200-450.11-00 110-8200-450.12-00 110-5101-420.11 -00 110-0000-399.00-00 110-0000-356.20-00 RSVP Salaries & Wages CAP Salaries & Wages Nutrition For Elderly Salaries & Wages Health Salaries & Wages DSS Salaries & Wages DSS Part-time Salaries & Wages Veterans Salaries & Wages Library Salaries & Wages Library Part-time Salaries & Wages Parks & Rec Salaries & Wages Parks & Rec Part-time Salaries & Wages Campbell Deputies Fund Balance Appropriated Campbell Deputies Reimbursements 285 Solid Waste Management Code 580-6600-461.11-00 Salaries & Wages 580-6600-461.12-00 Salaries & Wages Part time 580-0000-399.00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated 286 Employee Clinic Fund Code 904-9802-410.11-00 Salaries & Wages 904-0000-3 99. 00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated 287 Public Utilities Fund Code 531-9000-431.11-00 Admin/CSR/Meter SVCS Salaries 531-9015-431.11-00 Water Treatment Salaries/wages 531-9020-431.11-00 Wastewater Treatment 531-9021-431.11-00 Admin/CSR Salaries & Wages 531-9025-431.11-00 Distribution 531-9030-431.11-00 Collections 2 ,400 increase 4 ,800 increase 1,200 increase 68,400 increase 200,400 increase 3,000 increase 3 ,600 increase 9 ,600 increase 4,200 increase 6,000 increase 1,800 increase 6,000 increase 838,800 increase 6,000 increase 18 ,000 increase 1,000 increase 19,800 increase 1,200 increase 1,200 increase 38,400 increase 13,200 increase 13 ,200 increase 10,800 increase 16,800 increase 30,000 increase 5 31-0000-3 99. 00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated 122,400 increase 291 WIOA Youth Program Fund Code 234-7407-465.58-14 Travel Admin 234-7407-465 .1 I-OO Salaries & Wages 296 Transportation Budget Code l 10-4650-410.60-33 Materials & Supplies 110-4900-410.44-23 Building Equip & Rent 293 Sheriff's Department Code l 10-0000-331.51-33 2015 Edward Byrne Grant 110-0000-399.00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated I, 700 decrease I , 700 increase 840 increase 840 increase 3,159 increase 3 ,159 decrease February 6 , 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Hamett County Board of Commissioners Page 3 of 6 032017a HC BOC Page 5 297 Heath Department Code 110-7600-441.11-00 Salaries & Fringes 110-7600-441.21-00 Group Insurance l 10-7600-441.21-05 Clinic 11 0-7600-441.21-07 Dental l 10-7600-441.22-00 FICA 110-7600-441.23-00 Retirement l 10-7600-441.23-01 Supplement l 10-7600-441.25-10 Unemployment 110-7600-441 .26-08 Workers Comp 110-0000-3 31 . 7 6-11 Immunization 3. Tax rebates, refunds and releases (Attachment 1) 13 ,720 increase 1,000 increase 50 increase 50 increase 1,000 increase 1,000 increase 200 increase 200 increase 100 increase 17,320 increase 4 . Order for the Tax Administrator to advertise, pursuant to NCGS 105-369, unpaid taxes for the fiscal year 2016-17 that constitute a lien on real property. The unpaid taxes on property as of January 31 , 2017 were $3 ,048 ,097.87. 5. Harnett County Sheriff's Office requested approval of the Harnett County Detention Center Health Plan 6. Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Cooperative Extension, requested permission to apply for a Tobacco Trust Fund Grant for $212,400, which they plan to match with $23,600 from the Capital Improvement Plan's Recreation Fund. If awarded, the grant funds will be used to construct a Farmer's Market structure, playground and walking trail to a nature observation deck. The market structure, walking trail and observation deck are all part of the Government Complex park site master plan and will be built in the field west of the Harnett County Public Utilities Office. Chairman Springle opened the floor for informal comments by the public, allowing up to 3 minutes for each presentation up to 30 minutes. No one spoke. Vice Chairman Miller moved to approve the appointments listed below. Commissioner Elmore seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Harnett County Council for Women Pam Williams (nominated by Vice Chairman Miller) was appointed to serve on this Council for a term of three years ending March 1, 2020. Harnett County Employee Benefits Committee Alice Powell (nominated by Vice Chairman Miller) was appointed to serve on this Committee for a term of one year ending March 31 , 2018. Vice Chairman Miller noted that Mark Ennis, a recent retiree, had also expressed interest in being appointed to serve on the Employee Benefits Committee however he and staff believed Ms. Powell would be a better fit at this time given she retired several years ago. February 6, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 4 of 6 032017a HC BOC Page 6 Administration requested consideration and approval of the recommended salary schematics provided in Appendix C of the Springsted Compensation Study dated February 23 , 2017. (Attachment 2) The schematics, which assigned various job classes to the proposed salary grades, were developed via objective analysis of market data and would allow for the establishments of internal equity among the various positions in the County. Administration also sought authorization to place employees within their appropriate salary grade utilizing the most recent employee payroll and census data available as the County's employment has changed since the report was prepared. Brian Haney gave a brief summary of Springsted' s recent presentation to the Board. Staff responded to questions and discussions continued. Mr. Jeffries responded that staff hopes to address compression issues moving forward which could result in revamping the 3/5 system. Vice Chairman Miller confirmed that department heads and managers will receive management training. Mrs. Honeycutt noted the total cost of implementing the Springsted Compensation Study recommendations would be $2.6 million; which includes Public Utilities, Solid Waste as well as grant funded positions; however, the net cost to the general fund would be about $1.8 million. Commissioners and staff discussed advantages to implementing the recommendations now and proposed April 16, 2017 as the start date. Human Resources Director Heather Pollard addressed the group regarding the compensation study. Commissioner Elmore read the following motion: 1) To approve the recommended salary schematics provided in Appendix C of the Springsted Compensation Study dated February 23, 2017. The schematics, which assign various job classes to the proposed salary grades, have been developed via objective analysis of market data and will allow for the establishments of internal equity among the various positions in the County; and 2) To authorize staff to place employees within their appropriate salary grade utilizing the most recent employee payroll and census data available as the County's employment roll has changed since the report was prepared; and 3) To review and discuss compensation for commissioners compared with compensation provided by surrounding counties. The motion was seconded by Commissioner McKoy and passed unanimously. Mr. Jeffries presented the following reports: Development Services Report -January 2017 Harnett County Veteran Services Activities Report -February 2017 County Department of Social Services Monthly Report -January 2017 Mr. Jeffries reminded the Board of the upcoming Gold Star Highway Dedication Ceremony on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 10:30 am. He noted staff had recently met with the county's health insurance broker; currently the recommendation is to stay with BC/BS but there would be a more detailed presentation forthcoming. Mr. Jeffries noted the insurance broker said there could be an 1 8% increase on the health insurance. February 6 , 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 5 of 6 032017a HC BOC Page 7 Chairman Springle called for any new business. Vice Chairman Miller requested clarification of the purpose of the F-550 truck recently purchased by the Board of Education for their custodial department. He said that was a whole lot of money for an awful big truck and wondered if they could get away with something less. Chairman Springle announced the Board had been invited by Sheriff Coats to visit Brunswick County to hear about their Sheriff's Office Citizen Patrol Program the afternoon of April 25, 2017. Commissioners thanked staff for the great job they did on the recent planning retreat. He also recognized Marty Clayton with Progress Energy. Commissioner McKoy moved that the Board go into closed session for the following purposes: Consultation 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) Estate of John David Livingston, II, et als vs Kehagias, et als, U.S. District Court, Eastern District ofN.C., Western Division, File No. 5:16 CV-00906-BO; and B) The workers compensation claim of Deputy Joseph Hemphill IC File No: 13-732009 This motion is made pursuant to N.C. General Statute Section 143-3I8.l 1(a)(3). Commissioner Penny seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Commissioner Penny moved that the Board come out of closed session. Vice Chairman Miller seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Commissioner Elmore moved to adjourn the meeting at 10 :21 am. Vice Chairman Miller seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Gordon Springle, Chairman Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk February 6 , 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 6 of 6 032017a HC BOC Page 8 ...; ~ ~ = u < """ ~ .... .,.__ ----·. ----'~t>prove<S by ,h6 Hamett C.ounty Board ~t Commi,;~~Oi'l.Cr 'i Agenda Item J./.-C '~-J'7 •i •BoardRepoif'~--.-, , '~'Zt&:~t''•·. ' flf.~ . ' ' ·~ ;. ' -•\.-'""·~·----' Date: 03/06/2017 C I"' k -~--J· .,, I' , 4' ~to' .... ~ (''I. • • ..L ~ \,.~·-,,_"' Approved HC e,oc 1-,_ 1'7 . To: Harnett County Board of Commissioners Re: Consideration of Refund for Taxes, Interest and Penalitles for all Muncipallties Adjustment-Reason Adjustment Duplication ,.. ' BiUNumt>e,r .: ' -" : .!"" Type' ' R~celved ~m~unt Rlifund Amount.. itl~e: •• ,.. ., ~ .. :i,~~ ;:~r....1...·'. t.~.·"L:. •~~ ::-~,~. : 7.-s. Keith Faulkner Tax Administrator 0001407164-2013-2012-0011-00 REI $2,005.63 $193.80 FORD, ALLAN E 0002253547-2016-2016-0000-00 IND $16.59 $16.59 NUESMEYER, CARNELLA HALL 032017a HC BOC Page 9 ATTACHMENT 2 Grade I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 3 1 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 Harnett County, North Carolina General Government Pay Scale Min 15,683 16,467 17,29 1 18,155 19,063 20,016 21 ,017 22,068 23,171 24,330 25,546 26,823 28,164 29,573 31,051 32,604 34,234 35,946 37,743 39,630 41,612 43,692 45,877 48,171 50,579 53,108 55,764 58,552 61 ,479 64,553 67,781 71,170 74,729 78,465 82,388 86,508 90,833 95,375 100,144 105,151 110,408 115,929 121,725 127,811 % Between Grades: 5% Range: 65.0% Starting midpoint: 20,780 Salary Range 3Yr 5Yr Mid 17,251 18,820 20,780 18,114 19,761 21 ,819 19,020 20,749 22,910 19,971 21,786 24,055 20,969 22,875 25,258 22,018 24,019 26,521 23,118 25,220 27,847 24,274 26,481 29,240 25,488 27,805 30,702 26,762 29,195 32,237 28,101 30,655 33 ,848 29,506 32,188 35,541 30,981 33,797 37,318 32,530 35 ,487 39,184 34,156 37,262 41 ,143 35,864 39,125 43 ,200 37,657 41 ,081 45,360 39,540 43 ,135 47,628 41 ,517 45,292 50,010 4 3,593 47,556 52,510 45,773 49,934 55,136 48,062 52,431 57,892 50,465 55,052 60,787 52,988 57,805 63,826 55,637 60,695 67,018 58,419 63 ,730 70 ,368 61,340 66,916 73,887 64,407 70,262 77,581 67,627 73,775 81 ,460 71 ,009 77,464 85,533 74,559 81,337 89,810 78,287 85,404 94,300 82,202 89,674 99,015 86,312 94,158 103,966 90,627 98,866 109,165 95,159 103,809 114,623 99,916 109,000 120,354 104,912 114,450 126,372 110,158 120,172 132,690 115 ,666 126,181 139,325 121 ,449 132,490 146,291 127,522 139,1 14 15 3,606 133 ,898 146,070 161,286 140,593 153,374 169,350 Max 25,877 27,171 28,529 29,956 31,454 33,026 34,678 36,412 38,232 40,144 42,151 44,258 46,471 48,795 51,235 53,796 56,486 59,311 62,276 65,390 68,659 72,092 75,697 79,482 83,456 87,629 92,010 96,611 101,441 106,513 111,839 117,43 1 123,302 129,467 135,941 142,738 149,875 157,3 68 165,237 173,499 182,174 191 ,282 200,846 210,889 032017a HC BOC Page 10 . . Public Safe~ Pay Plan Salary Range Grade Min 3 Yr 5Yr Mid Max IOI 30,426 33,469 36,511 40,314 50,203 102 31,947 35,142 38,337 42,330 52,713 103 33,545 36,899 40,254 44,447 55,349 104 35,222 38,744 42,266 46,669 58,116 105 36,983 40,681 44,380 49,002 61,022 106 38,832 42,715 46,599 51,453 64,073 107 40,774 44,851 48,928 54,025 67,277 108 42,812 47,094 51,375 56,726 70,641 109 44,953 49,448 53,944 59,563 74,173 110 47,201 51,921 56,641 62,541 77,881 Ill 49,561 54,517 59,473 65,668 81,775 112 52,039 57,243 62,447 68,951 85,864 113 54,641 60,105 65,569 72,399 90,157 114 57,373 63,110 68,847 76,019 94,665 115 60,241 66,266 72,290 79,820 99,398 116 63,253 69,579 75,904 83,811 104,368 117 66,416 73,058 79,699 88,001 109,587 118 69,737 76,71 I 83,684 92,401 115,066 119 73,224 80,546 87,869 97,022 120,819 120 76,885 84,573 92,262 101,873 126,860 Harnett County, North Carolina Public Safety Pay Scale EMS Sheriff Hourly @ 3340 Hourly @ 2223 Min 3 Yr 5Yr Mid Max Min 3Yr 5Yr Mid 9.11 10.02 10.93 12.07 15.03 13.69 15.06 16.42 18.14 9.57 10.52 11.48 12.67 15.78 14.37 15.81 17.25 19.04 10.04 11.05 12.05 13.31 16.57 15.09 16.60 18.11 19.99 10.55 11.60 12.65 13.97 17.40 15.84 17.43 19.01 20.99 11.07 12.18 13.29 14.67 18.27 16.64 18.30 19.96 22.04 11.63 12.79 13.95 15.40 19.18 17.47 19.22 20.96 23.15 12.21 13.43 14.65 16.18 20.14 18.34 20.18 22.01 24.30 12.82 14.10 15.38 16.98 21.15 19.26 21.18 23.11 25.52 13.46 14.80 16.15 17.83 22.21 20.22 22.24 24.27 26.79 14.13 15.55 16.96 18.72 23.32 21.23 23.36 25.48 28.13 14.84 16.32 17.81 19.66 24.48 22.29 24.52 26.75 29.54 15.58 17.14 18.70 20.64 25.71 23.41 25.75 28.09 31.02 16.36 18.00 19.63 21.68 26.99 24.58 27.04 29.50 32.57 17.18 18.90 20.61 22.76 28.34 25.81 28.39 30.97 34.20 18.04 19.84 21.64 23.90 29.76 27.10 29.81 32.52 35.91 18.94 20.83 22.73 25.09 31.25 28.45 31.30 34.14 37.70 19.89 21.87 23.86 26.35 32.81 29.88 32.86 35.85 39.59 20.88 22.97 25.06 27.67 34.45 31.37 34.51 37.64 41.57 21.92 24.12 26.31 29.05 36.17 32.94 36.23 39.53 43.64 23.02 25.32 27.62 30.50 37.98 34.59 38.04 41.50 45.83 Telecommunications Hourly @ 2228 Max Min 3 Yr 5Yr Mid Max 22.58 13.66 15.02 16.39 18.09 22.53 23.71 14.34 15.77 17.21 19.00 23.66 24.90 15.06 16.56 18.07 19.95 24.84 26.14 15.81 17.39 18.97 20.95 26.08 27.45 16.60 18.26 19.92 21.99 27.39 28.82 17.43 19.17 20.91 23.09 28.76 30.26 18.30 20.13 21.96 24.25 30.20 31.78 19.22 21.14 23.06 25.46 31.71 33.37 20.18 22.19 24.21 26.73 33.29 35.03 21.19 23.30 25.42 28.07 34.96 36.79 22.24 24.47 26.69 29.47 36.70 38.63 23.36 25.69 28.03 30.95 38.54 40.56 24.52 26.98 29.43 32.50 40.47 42.58 25.75 28.33 30.90 34.12 42.49 44.71 27.04 29.74 32.45 35.83 44.61 46.95 28.39 31.23 34.07 37.62 46.84 49.30 29.81 32.79 35.77 39.50 49.19 51.76 31.30 34.43 37.56 41.47 51.65 54.35 32.87 36.15 39.44 43.55 54.23 57.07 34.51 37.96 41.4 I 45.72 56.94 032017a HC BOC Page 11 HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Minutes of Work Session January 31, 2017 The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in work session on Tuesday, January 31, 2017, in the County Manager's Conference Room, County Administration Building, 102 East Front Street, Lillington, North Carolina. Members present: Gordon Springle, Chairman Staff present: Joe Miller, Vice Chairman Abe Elmore, Commissioner Barbara McKoy, Commissioner Howard Penny, Commissioner Joseph Jeffries, County Manager Paula Stewart, Deputy 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. Vice Chairman Miller led the Pledge of Allegiance and invocation. The following agenda was before commissioners: » Harnett County CTP Amendment, NCDOT Transportation Planning and Mid- Carolina RPO » Revision to Neills Creek Park Agreement with Board of Education » Access at N. Harnett Primary » Veteran Affairs new position request » Township Boundary Issue » Capital Outlay Funding Request from the Board of Education » Waiver of Accumulated Holiday Leave for Sheriff's Department and Emergency Services » Review Rules of Procedures of the Harnett County Board of Commissioners » Discuss recording closed sessions of the Harnett County Board of Commissioners » County Manager's Report: February 6, 2017 Regular Meeting Agenda Review February 14, 2017 Working Lunch with Campbell Cabinet HFTC Update » Closed Session January 31, 2017 Work Session Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 1 of 4 032017a HC BOC Page 12 The following were present for the proposed amended Harnett County Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) review: Hemal Shah, Transportation Planning Branch, NC Department of Transportation Dock Rosenthal, Transportation Planning Branch, NC Department of Transportation Mike Rutan, Mid-Carolina Rural Planning Organization Paul Black, NC Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Mark Locklear, Harnett County Development Services Jay Sikes, Harnett County Planning Services. Mrs. Shah reviewed the proposed amendments to Harnett County's 2011 CTP. Staff noted funding for projects is not guaranteed but projects must be in the plan to request funding. Mr. Rutan reported they had met one on one with the towns and Campbell University to develop the amended CTP for Harnett County. Mrs. Shah reported they held two public meetings. Mr. Locklear confirmed a public hearing was not required for the amended CTP. Commissioners will consider approval of the amended CTP at an upcoming meeting. Mr. Jeffries said staff had been talking with the Board of Education about the possibility of the County taking over their two middle school fields adjacent to Neills Creek Park. Mr. Davis noted this was an opportunity to expand and talked about proposed future plans including changing the entrance to Neills Creek Park. Mr. Davis said it is more feasible for the County to take advantage of existing facilities rather than trying to build new ones. It was the consensus of the Board for staff to move forward with discussions with the Board of Education, which could result in amending the 30-year Neills Creek Park Agreement. Mr. Davis will present the Parks and Recreation Master Plan at the February 14, 2017, work session. Regarding access to N. Harnett Primary School, Mr. Jeffries reported that the property owners of the gravel path adjacent to the school are willing to sign a MOU that would allow us to use the path for emergency ingress and egress. It was the consensus of the Board to move forward with this MOU. Mr. Jeffries also noted the cost of a new road; which would include decel lanes, a required turning lane, sidewalks, curb and gutter, would be approximately $500,000. He said the surrounding property owners, who have offered to donate land on the north side, are still willing to move forward. Mr. Jeffries sought additional direction from the Board. Discussions continued. Mr. Jeffries said this had not been discussed with the Board of Education. Vice Chairman Springle said we are looking for access and mentioned the possibility of sharing in the cost of sidewalks, curb and gutter. At the direction of the Board, Mr. Jeffries will approach the developer to discuss the possibility of partnering with the development of the road. Harnett County Veteran Services Director Eric Truesdale requested approval of a new Veterans Services Specialist position (Pay Grade 64) to facilitate expanding outreach programs, satellite January 31, 2017 Work Session Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 2 of 4 032017a HC BOC Page 13 locations in the western part of the county and the Dunn/Erwin area. He said this is due to the forecasted veteran population growth and new Department of Veterans Affair's program requirements. He noted there are currently over 14,000 veterans in Harnett County and over $100 Million in benefits come back to the veterans in our county . It was the consensus of the Board to consider approval of this request at their upcoming regular meeting. Regarding the waiver of accumulated holiday leave for Sheriff's Department and Emergency Services staff, Mr. Jeffries noted the recently adopted Personnel Ordinance gives shift work employees eleven ( 11) holidays upfront assuming they would be able to find some time during the year to take those days off. He also noted the Personnel Ordinance states "employees who fail to use their accumulated holiday time off before February 15th of each calendar year will lose this accumulated time." Mr. Jeffries said some shift work employees have not been able to take their holiday time off due to staffing issues and he does not want employees to lose the holidays they have earned. It was the consensus of the Board to allow these employees to carry their holidays over until staff could propose changes to the current Personnel Ordinance. GIS/E-911 Operations Administrator Clint Williams reviewed current township boundary issues and proposed township boundary changes and data cleanup. He said there are currently three different versions of township boundaries being used by the Board of Elections, Tax Department and GIS. Mr. Williams said he would like to have one township boundary map providing consistent and accurate data for everyone. He shared a new proposed map of township boundaries using rivers, roads and parcel lines guaranteeing no split parcels. The group asked how the new proposed boundaries would affect alcohol sales as well as other implications. Mr. Williams said this change would only affect the Tax Department. He noted the A verasboro school tax does not go by township. Any new township boundaries would be in effect for the next tax reval. in four years. The Board said they would like to see additional information before starting the public review process on new boundaries. Staff will research and discuss before bringing additional information back to the Board. Harnett County Finance Officer, on behalf of the Harnett County Board of Education, requested approval of an additional capital request for $225,000; $200,000 to replace a chil1er at Harnett Primary and $25 ,000 to replace two water heaters in the cafeteria at Dunn Middle School. Mrs. Honeycutt said this request could be funded as part of the sales tax expansion. Harnett County Schools Director of Maintenance Darren McLean was available for questions. It was the consensus of the Board to consider approval of this request at their upcoming regular meeting. Commissioners discussed changes to their Rules of Procedures. Commissioners, staff and legal counsel will continue to review the procedures and discuss proposed changes at an upcoming work session. On February 6, 2017, commissioners will consider approval of a resolution to discontinue audio recordings of closed session meetings. January 31 , 2017 Work Session Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 3 of 4 032017a HC BOC Page 14 Mr. Jeffries reviewed the proposed February 6 , 2017 regular meeting agenda. He reminded the Board of their upcoming Legislative Luncheon on February 6, 2017. Mr. Jeffries reported Springsted had submitted their grade table study and staff would be evaluating the information to make sure it complies with what we have. He also noted staff was scheduling the first round of interviews for the Director of Human Resources . Mr. Jeffries said the Lee County Human Resources Director had been extremely helpful through this process and had agreed to lead the first round of interviews. Mr. Jeffries noted the Board would discuss Harnett Forward Together Committee (HFTC) board membership during their February 6, 2017 meeting. Vice Chairman Miller asked commissioners to please use a lot of thought when looking for people to serve on the HFTC board. He said we have revamped and reorganized the group that is supposed to take this county forward and we need some fresh faces; he said we do not need to go back to where we were. Mr. Jeffries reviewed the proposed agenda for the Board's upcoming working lunch with Campbell University's leadership . Mr. Jeffries also announced he would be attending the Annual Association of City and County Managers the next three days. Chairman Springle mentioned a potential bill in the General Assembly that would give disabled veterans 100% reduction of property taxes throughout the state; it is currently at 45% reduction. Mrs. Stewart said the Tax Department is working on what that impact would be for Harnett County. Chairman Springle noted he, Commissioners Penny and McKoy recently attended the NCACC Legislative Goals Conference. Commissioner McKoy moved that the Board go into closed session for the following purposes: 1) To discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the area serve by the Hamett County Board of Commissioners; and 2) To consult with the County 's legal staff in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege concerning the handling of certain claims and other legal matters . This motion is made pursuant to N.C. General Statute Section 143-318.l l(a)(4)&(3). Vice Chairman Miller seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Commissioner Elmore moved that the Board come out of closed session. Vice Chairman Miller seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. Commissioner Elmore moved to adjourn the meeting at 11 :50 am. Commissioner Penny seconded the motion that passed unanimously. Gordon Springle, Chairman Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk January 31 , 2017 Work Session Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 4 of 4 032017a HC BOC Page 15 Agenda Item L/ -B BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Emergency Services Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-5300-420.32-88 Emergency Management/EMPG Supplement $41 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-0000-331.53-12 Emergency Management/EMPG Supplement $41 EXPLANATION: To budget the increase in grant funding from North Carolina Department of Public Safety NC Emergency Management for the {EMPG) Emergency Management Performance Grant Supplement. Awarded funds budgeted as $17,918.00 but will receive $17,958.50. APPROVALS : ~4-3-'hl) Co~ Manager {date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this ___ day of ____ , 2017. Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Boa rd Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 16 BUDGET O RDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAI NED by the Governing Boord of the County o f Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance fo r the fiscal year ending June 30, 20 17 Sectio n 1. To amend the General Fund, Solid Waste Department, the appropriations are to be cha nged a s follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 580-6600-461-33-45 Contracte d Services $20,000 580-6600-461 -l 2-00 Salaries & WoQ e s/ Po rt ti me $20.000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To move money to fi nish out FY Port time Salary. APPROVALS : vt--3 -?-17 /~ 11 Manager (dot e) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendmen t shall b e fur and the Finance Officer for their direction. e d t o the Clerk to t he Boord. and to the Budget Officer Adopted __________________ _ Margaret Regino Wheeler, C lerk to the Boord Gordon Springle , Chairman Harnett County Boord o f Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 17 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the Public Utilities Department, 531, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 531-9000-431-7 4-73 Capital Outlay/Other Improvements $27,000.00 531-9025-431-11-13 Distribution/Salaries and Wages-Vac Pay Out $12,000.00 531-9020-431-11-13 NHWWTP/Salaries and Wages-Vac Pay Out $15,000.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : Increase Salaries and Wages-Vacation Pay Out to end of fiscal year. APPROVALS: I 2 27 2017 1 Depart ~nt Head (date) inance cer (datft) l County Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment sha ll ! }9ni!e~ ~o the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board , 2017. Gordon Spring le Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 18 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the PU1501 42 MGD Water Plant Expansion Capital Project, Department of Public Utilities, the appropriations are to be changed as follows : EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 545-9100-431-45-01 Construction $25,000 .00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 545-000-389-50-00 HCDPU lnterfund Transfer $25,000 .00 EXPLANATION: Increase construction line for additional co sts as sociated with the underwater improvements to the WTP intake. 2 28 17 Department Head (date) Finance Offi r (!1 1te)/ ~,c20\7 County Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to th e Board I 2017 . Gordon Springle Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 19 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 : Section 1. To amend the 531 Public Utilities, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 531-9000-431-90-7 6 Water Plant Expansion $78,350.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 531-0000-399-00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated $78,350.00 EXPLANATION: To budget the transfer of funds from Public Utilities to the PU150142MGD for maintenance of WTP Intake . 2 28 17 Department Head {date) County Manager {date) {d'}te) 3tC,{.:b\7 Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board , 2017 . Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 20 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be mode to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 Section 1. To amend the Veterans Court Fund , the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 253-4404-44 l .30-04 Professional Services $15,400 253-440 4-4 41 .58 -01 Troinino & Meetinos $11.] 48 253-4404-44 l .58-14 Travel Admin $23 253-4404-441 .60-33 Materials & Suoolies $1,072 253-4404-44 l .60-39 Other Materials $2,484 253-4404 -441 .60-45 Druqs $10,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 253-0000-33 l .84-04 Veterans Court (B JA) $2,1 69 EXPLANATION: To move funds to meet the needs for the Veterans Court G ra nt awarded by Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) for FYl 7. Mork Teachey Director of Veterans Court Grant, submitted a revised Budget worksheet on 02/27/2017. APPROVALS : ~ {lp'U= 3-?-17 County Manager (dote) Dept Head (dote) Secti on 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance O ff icer for their direction. Adopted ___________________ _ Margaret Regino Wheel er, C l erk to the Boord Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 21 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 : Section 1. To amend the Ta x Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-4500-410.33-45 Contracted Serv ices 105.00 110-4900-410.44-23 Building & Equip-Depts 105.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : Funds needed to pay for remaining 3 months of PC le ase . APPROVALS: ~,VP:!}j,? · Dep;rtmnt H ~ate) Fi ce Office date) \ / o y Manager (date) '>J ~ 11) fl Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board , and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Offi cer for their direction . Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wh eele r, Clerk to the Board , 2015 . Gordon Springle , Chairman Harnett County Board of Commi ssioners 032017a HC BOC Page 22 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annua l budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7 600-441.11-00 Salaries $ 9,635.00 110-7600-441.11-13 Vacation Payout $ 365.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-0000-~.18-00 Environmental Health Fees $ 10,000.00 3L\~ EXPLANATION: To budget Environmental Health Fees Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk of the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 23 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7600-441.33-45 Contracted Services $ 35,068.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-0000-345.10-15 Medicaid-PCM $ 35,068.00 EXPLANATION: To budget additional PCM funds Department Head (date) ~B/11 Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk of the Board , and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 24 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Boord of the County o f Harnett, North Carolina, that the follow ing amendment be mode to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending Jun e 30, 2017 Section 1. To amend the General Fund , Solid Waste Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 250-6600-461-35-56 Operatinq Special Acct. Electron ics Mat. $9,436 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 250-0000-336-25--01 Electronics Monaaement $9,436 EXPLANATION: To move grant money received to line to pay for electronic pickups. . ;l1/n J~· -~~ ~ De t {date} l F; nee Office,{ tel 1 i ~(·))) { l C u y Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furn ished to he Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for the ir direction. Adopted __________________ _ Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board Gordon Spri ngle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 25 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7600-441.33-45 Contracted Services $ 214.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-0000-334. 76-03 General Aid -to-Co unty $ 214.00 EXPLANATION: To budget additional State fund s received in General Aid -to-County APPROVALS: Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to th e Clerk of the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 26 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Emergency Services Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 263 -5251-420.60-33 Materials & Supplies $1000 263-5251-420.41-11 Telephone & Postage $1500 263-5251-420.11-00 Salaries & Wages $2500 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXLANATION : To budget the transfer of funds to Salaries & Wages for Zach Shea n's bonus and Hurricane Matthew payouts. APPROVALS : Finance fficrr (dpte) .; s,2..017 Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this ___ day of ___ _, 2017 . Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 27 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section l.To amend the Youth Services budget, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7930-441.25-10 Operating/Unemployment Benefits 27 110-7930-441.26-08 Operating/Worker's Compensation 137 110-7930-441.41-ll Operating-Utilities/Telecommunic & Postage 100 110-7930-441.58-01 Operating/Training & Meetings 100 110-7930-441.58-14 Operating/Travel Admin 300 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-0000-339.00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated 190 EXPLANATION: Align budget with the North Carolina Juvenile Crime Prevention Council budget revision dated January31, 2017, adjustment is due to the one-time bonus awarded all employees hired prior to July 1, 2016. APPROVALS : ~~ ifN/'~/,,? Department Head (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this. ______ day of ______ J ______ _ Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board Jim Burgin, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioner 032017a HC BOC Page 28 BUDG ET ORD INANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett. North Carolina. tha t the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 20 17 Section 1. To amend the IT department, the appropriations are to be c hanged as follows : EXPENDITURE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE 110-4900-4 10-1 1-00 Sal a ries a nd Wa Qes 11 0-4 900-4 1 0-23-00 Retirement Ex pense 110-4900-41 0-22-00 FICA Ta x Exoen se 11 0-4 900 -41 0-33-45 Contracte d Se rvic e s REVENUE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE EXPLANATION : Sa lary correction (PAF) for G reg Jackson APPROVALS : e (date J1 3 1 AMOUNT AMOUNT INCREASE DECREASE $15,205 $].103 $ ].164 $17.472 AMOUNT AMOUNT INCREASE DECREASE Section 2. Copies of t his budget amend men t sh all b e furnis h ed to th e C lerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer Adopted __________________ _ Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board Gordon Spring le. C h a irman Harn ett County Board o f Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 29 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 : Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Cooperative Extension program, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE \Io .. 1-3q4-l\ (l5-1-il n· )l.\ Materials & Supplies 8,700 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE New ll0--~000,YJi-\-NC Ag Ventures Grant Program 8,700 13-d.~ EXPLANATION: Budget funds for NC Ag Ventures Grant Program for the Harnett County Cooperative Agriculture Program . ~a~ ,..,Fina~fficel-(datu:} County Manager (date) S tion 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board day of Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 30 Board Report Date: 03/20/2017 To: Harnett County Board of Commissioners Re: Consideration of Refund for Taxes, Interest and Penalities for all Muncipalities Adjustment Reason Full rebate Assessed In Err Assessed In Err Assessed In Err Full rebate S. Keith Faulkner Tax Administrator Bill Number 0002244644-2015-2015-0000-00 0000042642-2015-2015-0000-00 0000042642-2014-2014-0000-00 0000042642-2013-2013-0000-00 0000011987-2016-2016-0000-00 Type Received Amount IND $165.23 REI $571.01 REI $571.00 REI $555.73 BUS $26.71 Agenda Item '-/ -C_ Approved ___________ _ Refund Amount Name $165.23 RAY, WALTER LEE $465.12 PIPKIN, THOMAS $465.11 PIPKIN, THOMAS $453.06 PIPKIN, THOMAS $26. 71 COLONIAL CORNER 032017a HC BOC Page 31 Date run: 3/10/2017 1:48:48 PM Data as of: 3/9/2017 6:54:50 PM TR-304 Bill Release Report Report Parameters: Release Date Start: 2/1/2017 Release Date End: 2/28/2017 Tax District: ALL Default Sort-By: Grouping: Bill #,Taxpayer Name,Release Date,Billing Date,Operator ID, Release Amount Release Reason Bill# Taxpayer Name RELEASE REASON: Adjustment 0001273965-2016-2016-0000-00-REG NEWTON, JAMES MONROE 0001407164-2013-2012-0011-00-REG FORD, ALLAN E 0001976414-2016-2016-0000-00-REG LANE, JIMMY CECIL 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0.00 0.00 0.00 032017a HC BOC Page 32 Bill# Taxpayer Name RELEASE REASON: Billing Correction 0002254145-2016-2016-0000-00-REG BRADLEY, TIMOTHY RAY Subtotal RELEASE REASON: Bldg correction 0000057244-2012-2012-0000-00-REG WEAVER, SHARON S 0000057244-2013-2013-0000-00-REG WEAVER, SHARON S 0000057244-2014-2014-0000-00-REG WEAVER, SHARON S 0000057244-2015-2015-0000-00-REG WEAVER, SHARON S 0000057244-2016-2016-0000-00-REG WEAVER, SHARON S Subtotal RELEASE REASON: BOE and review dee 0000057429-2016-2016-0000-00-REG ROOMS TO GO DISTRIBUTION CO LLC Subtotal RELEASE REASON: Building discovered 0000042156-2016-2016-0000-00-REG PERRY, WILLIAM L 0000042156-2016-2016-0070-00-DLD PERRY, WILLIAM L 0002002623-2016-2016-0000-00-REG THOMAS, JEREMY SCOTT Subtotal RELEASE REASON: Deferred Bill 0000042156-2016-2016-0070-01-DLD PERRY, WILLIAM L Subtotal RELEASE REASON: Duplication 0001280611-2016-2016-0000-00-REG MORRISON, RONALD 0002099210-2017-2016-0001-00-REG PEGUES, MARY BROWER PAGE 2 of 9 Operator ID (Name) 8/6/2016 CRYSTAL THOMAS 7/26/2012 AMY BAIN 8/7/2013 AMY BAIN 8/9/2014 AMY BAIN 8/8/2015 AMY BAIN 8/6/2016 AMY BAIN 8/6/2016 AMY BAIN 8/6/2016 AMY BAIN 8/6/2016 AMY BAIN 8/6/2016 AMY BAIN 8/6/2016 AMY BAIN 8/6/2016 AMY BAIN 2/27/2017 AMY BAIN 2/27/2017 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 2/2/2017 2/20/2017 2/20/2017 2/15/2017 2/20/2017 2/3/2017 2/27/2017 -' 19.32 580.57 584.23 593.38 593.38 593.38 933,993.15 338.42 0.00 191.52 700.55 17.55 111.96 Release Amount($) 19.32 19.32 68.35 68.84 70.07 70.07 70.07 347.40 -' 0.00 512.22 515.39 523.31 523.31 523.31 135,815.72 798,177.43 135,815.72 338.42 700.55 191.52 1,230.49 700.55 700.55 17.55 111.96 0.00 -700.55 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 032017a HC BOC Page 33 Bill# Taxpayer Name 0002111404-2017-2016-0001-00-REG BRADLEY, TIMOTHY RAY 0002247127-2016-2016-0000-00-REG THOMAS, JANET WORSHAM 0002253037-2016-2016-0000-00-REG WHITLEY, JESSE MICHAEL 0002253547-2016-2016-0000-00-REG NUESMEYER, CARNELLA HALL 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D Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DATE: March 20, 2017 TO : HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) Project Ordinance for Repair/Replace Primary Wind Cone and Adding Supplemental Wind Cones REQUESTED BY: Barry A. Blevins REQUEST: The Director of General Services/ Airport requests the Harnett County Board of Commissioners consider and approve a project ordinance to repair/replace the existing primary Wind Cone at the Harnett Regional Jetport and add a supplemental wind cone at both ends of Runway 5-23. The County of Harnett will receive 90% federally funded grant under the State Block Grant Entitlement (NPE) Program. Harnett County local match is a 10% con tribution which is funded by the current budget. The total project cost is$ 27,460 . FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C :\User s\Ape el e\App0ata\Local\Temp\agendafonn201 7 _ 46847 1O\agendafonn201 7 .doc I of2 Page 032017a HC BOC Page 41 HARNETT COUNTY JETPORT TERMINAL BUILDING STUDY AND PRIMARY AND SUPPLEMENT AL WIND CONES CAPITAL PROJECT ORDINANCE BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Commissioners of Harnett County, North Carolina, sitting as the governing board for Harnett County. Section I . Section 2. Section 3. Section 4. Section 5. Section 6. Section 7. Section 8 . Section 9. The County of Harnett is interested in repair/replace the existing the primary Wind Cone at the Harnett Regional Jetport and add a supplemental wind cone at both ends of Runway 5-23. The County of Harnett will receive a 90% federally funded grant under the State Block Grant Non-Primary Entitlement (NPE) Program. Harnett County local match is a 10% contribution. The costs will be reimbursed by North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of Aviation. The officers of this unit are hereby directed to proceed with the capital project within the terms of the grant documents, loan documents, and the budget contained herein. The following amounts are hereby appropriated for this project: Primary and Supplemental Wind Cones $ 27,460 The following revenues are anticipated to be available to complete this project: North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of Aviation Grant Airport Capital Reserve Total $ $ $ 24,714 2 ,746 27,460 The Finance Officer is hereby directed to maintain within the Capital Project Fund sufficient specific detailed accounting records to satisfy the requirements of the grantor agency, the grant agreements, and federal regulations. Funds may be advanced from the General Fund for the purpose of making payments as due. Reimbursement request should be made to the grantor in an orderly and timely manner. The Finance Officer is directed to report, on a quarterly basis, on the financial status of each project element in Section 3 and on the total grant revenues received or claimed. The Budget Officer is directed to include a detailed analysis of past and future costs and revenues on this capital project in every budget submission made to this Board. Copies of this capital project ordinance shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Governing Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for direction in carrying out this project. Duly adopted thi s __ day of ___ , 2017 . Go rdon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners AITEST: ___________ _ Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board, Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 42 Board Meeting Agenda Item Agenda Item l/ -f MEETING DA TE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) Project Ordinance for Terminal Building Preliminary Design REQUESTED BY: Barry A. Blevins REQUEST: . The Director of General Services/ Airport requests the Harnett County Board of Commissioners consider and approve a project ordinance to develop alternatives for upgrading or replacing the existing Terminal Building at the Harnett Regional Jetport, which was originally constructed in the early 1980s. The County of Harnett will receive 90% federally funded grant under the State Block Grant Entitlement (NPE) Program. Hamett County local match is a 10% constribution which is funded by the current budget. The total project cost is$ 47,510. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C:\Users\Ap eele\App Data\Local\Temp\ag endafonn2017 _ 468471 O\agendafonn2017.doc I of2 Page 032017a HC BOC Page 43 HARNETT COUNTY JETPORT TERMINAL BUILDING STUDY AND PRIMARY AND SUPPLEMENT AL WIND CONES CAPITAL PROJECT ORDINANCE BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Commissioners of Harnett County, North Carolina, sitting as the governing board for Harnett County. Section 1. Section 2. Section 3. Section 4. Section 5. Section 6. Section 7. Section 8. Section 9. The County of Harnett is interested in developing alternatives for upgrading or replacing the existing Terminal Building at the Harnett Regional Jetport, which was originally constructed in the early 1980s. The County of Harnett will receive a 90% federally funded grant under the State Block Grant Non-Primary Entitlement (NPE) Program. Harnett County local match is a 10% contribution. The costs will be reimbursed by North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of Aviation. The officers of this unit are hereby directed to proceed with the capital project within the terms of the grant documents, loan documents, and the budget contained herein. The following amounts are hereby appropriated for this project: Terminal Building Preliminary Design $ 47,510 The following revenues are anticipated to be available to complete this project: North Carolina Department of Transportation , Division of Aviation Grant Airport Capital Reserve Total $ $ $ 42,759 4,751 47,510 The Finance Officer is hereby directed to maintain within the Capital Project Fund sufficient specific detailed accounting records to satisfy the requirements of the grantor agency, the grant agreements, and federal regulations. Funds may be advanced from the General Fund for the purpose of making payments as due. Reimbursement request should be made to the grantor in an orderly and timely manner. The Finance Officer is directed to report, on a quarterly basis, on the financial status of each project element in Section 3 and on the total grant revenues received or claimed. The Budget Officer is directed to include a detailed analysis of past and future costs and revenues on this capital project in every budget submission made to this Board. Copies of this capital project ordinance shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Governing Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for direction in carrying out this project. Duly adopted this __ day of ___ , 2017. Gordon Springle, Chairman ATTEST: Harnett County Board of Commissioners --------------Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board, Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 44 Agenda Item __ J../_,__-_{; __ Harnett ,..e:..-.:,... C O U N T Y Board of Commissioners NORTH CAROLINA March 20, 201 7 www.harne tt .org C. Gordon Springle, Chairman Joe Miller, Vice Chairman Abe Elmore Barbara McKoy Howard Penny, Jr. Ms. Martha Frisone, Assistant Chief Health Planning and Certificate of Need Section North Carolina Division of Facilities Services 809 Ruggles Drive Gina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board PO Box 759 102 E. Front Street Lillington, NC 27546 Raleigh, NC 27603 Re: Cape Fear Valley Health System CON Application for Harnett County Imaging Center May 1, 2017 Review Period Dear Ms. Frisone : I am writing on behalf of the Harnett County Board of Commissioners. Hamett County enjoys a positive relationship with both Harnett Health Sy stem and Cape Fear Valley Health and share a mutual desire to provide quality healthcare services to the residents of Hamett County. Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking CON approval to develop a free standing outpatient-imaging center in Harnett County. This project will promote cost-effective approaches, expand health care services to the m edically underserved, and encourage quality health care services by providing more efficient health care services to the patient population served by Harnett Health . Please convey to the Certificate of Need Section at the North Carolina Division of Health Services Regulation the Harnett County Board of Commissioner's support for the approval and this project. Sincerely, Gor don Springle , Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners stro ng roots • new growth ph : 910·893•7555 fax: 910·814-2662 032017a HC BOC Page 45 Board Meeting Agenda Item Agenda Item _',__.__-~G-~- MEETING DA TE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Revised Clinical Patient Fees, Eligibility and Bad Debt -Write Off Policy REQUESTED BY: John Rouse, Health Dir@' REQUEST: At the March 2, 2017 meeting, the Board of Health approved the revisions to the Clinical Patient Fees, Eligibility and Bad Debt-Write Off Policy . We have attached the pages and sections that the veribage was changed. Thank you for your consideration in this matter. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: \\hcfil e2\hth share\admin\Fi leshare\l -Excel\P A TI ENT FEE INCREASE PROCESS-BOC Requ ests\agendaform2017.doc Page I of I 032017a HC BOC Page 46 CLINICAL PATIENT FEES, ELIGIBILITY AND BAD DEBT WRITE OFF POLICY & PROCEDURE Verbiage Changes : Page 2. I. Setting Charges for Services b. No client will be denied services nor subject to any variation in service b ased solely on the inability to pay or regardless of source of payment. 2 . Servi ce di sc o unts : A schedule o f d isc o unts is to be use d to adjus t mo st service charges fo r clients between 101 % and 250% of povert y. Family Planning clients with income< 100% of the Federal Poverty Level are not charged for FP services. II . Page 4 . Page 5. III. Page 6. Definition: 3 . a. \DD : No Medical Doctor referral is required for patients seeking FP services. Billing clients for Care: \DD : . The Department of Public Health follows OMA guidelines when billing Family Planning and other clinical services . .\DD : f. When billing 340B services through Family Pl anning, a UD modifier will be used for Medicaid and HealthChoice clients. V III. Responsibility of Billing Staff-each visit: Eligibility Page 14 . 3. Cli e nts do not have to b e a resid e nt of the county to be e li g ibl e for services p rovi ded by the Healt h Department. 032017a HC BOC Page 47 Page 15 . 13. Patients w i ll n ot be denied servic es nor subjected to any variation in services bas ed solely o n t he in abilit y to pay . 16. T h e Health Di r ec to r or hi s d esign ee may make excepti ons t o the eli gibilit y requirem ents on a c a se-by-case basis . The Health Director or his designee may waive fees for Family Planning clients with incomes above 100% of the Federal Poverty Level who , as determined by the Health Director or his designee, are unable, for good cause, to pay for Family Planning services. Documentation of such decisions shall be maintained in a log at the Billing Station . Page 16. Delete section: Laboratory Billing -AFP -Prenatal Patients Delete: UNC LABORATORY Change this section: AF P labs w ill be se nt to UNC fo r t est ing on all prenatal patients: De lete this section: Medicaid eligible Presumptive Medicaid Insurance 0% pay patients / until UNC meets quota for 0% pay patients If patient is 20% or above and not eligible for Presumptive Medicaid this lab will be sent to LabCorp LABCOR P LABOR ATOR Y Af P labs will be sent to LabCoq'.? for testing after UNC meets quota. (The Lab can bill the agency and the agency can bill the client per the agency's fee schedule, BUT the sliding fee scale applies.) ··For self-pay, Lab charges are paid by Harnett County Department of Public Health, then the client is billed for lab on the Sliding Fee Scale." The prenatal nurse will bring the form and patient to an intake management support staff member to complete the form and at the time the determination will be made which reference lab to send the test to. Also, the patient will be told at this time if there will be a charge for the labs. 032017a HC BOC Page 48 r, Policy and Procedure HARNETT COUNTY HEAL TH DEPARTMENT Title: CLINICAL PATIENT FEES, ELIGIBILTY AND BAD DEBT-WRITE OFF APPROVED: 3-17-2005 DATES REVISED: 5-18-06 9-18-08 11-17-11 9-19-13 9-18-14 /) A ;J , 9-17-15 3/2/17 -- APPROVED B~~ . ..4,~ ~ John Rouse, Health Director Gail Hobbs , Interim Accounting Specialist /fJ.ACli& / ~rd of Health Chai~n Board of Commissioner's Chairman Purpose Public health services are increasingly costly to provide. The Health Department serves the public's interest best by assuring that all legally required public health services are furnished for all citizens. The department provides recommended and requested public health services based upon the priorities established by the Board of Health. Fees are a means to help provide services to the citizens of Hamett County. Fees help finance and extend public health services when government funding is not sufficient to support the full cost of providing all required and requested services. Fees are considered appropriate in the sense , that the entire population benefits from the availability of public health services for those in need, it is the direct recipient of services who gains the greatest direct benefit. Fees for Health Department services are authorized under North Carolina l 30A-39 (g), provided that I) they are in accordance with a plan recommended by the Health Director and approved by the Board of Health and Board of County Commissioners, and 2) they are not otherwise prohibited by law. Fees are based on the cost of providing services. Policy The clinic is to operate a system of financial management to: • meet the standard of grantor agencies • safeguard all income and expenditures -fees collected (generated through reimbursement) will be maintained in an identifiable line item in the Health Department and County Finance Office. • assure collection of revenues from all sources with financial ob ligations of the service The policy will include procedures for (I) Setting Charges, (II) Definitions (III) Billing Clients and (IV) Procedure for Aging of Accounts (Bad Debt Write-Off), (V) Patient Demographic (VI) Determining Eligibility for Discounts. 032017a HC BOC Page 49 '· Page 2 Procedure I. Setting Charges for Service a. In accordance with G.S. l 30-A-39(g), the Board of Health has the authority and duty to establish charges for services provided in clinics. Specific methods used in seeking reimbursement will be through third-party coverage, including Medicaid, Medicare (for massive immunizations), private insurance, and individual patient pay. The Board of County Commissioners adopts fees established by the Board of Health. The Board of Health and Board of Commissioners adopt the fees along with the fiscal years budget process. b. No client will be denied services nor subject to any variation in services based solely on the inability to pay or regardless of the source of payment. c . Eligibility: Each client must cooperate in: • an eligibility determination; and • provision of documentation of third party eligibility (Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance) for which they are eligible; and • provision of declaration of income. 1. Cost-based services: Charges are to be based on an accounting analysis of all services provided. The Board of Health accepts the Medical Fees in the United States 501h percentile times geographic adjustment factors for North Caro lina, unless the approved Medicaid rates are greater. If the Medicaid rate is greater then that will be the acceptable charge. A comparison of the Medicaid cost study is considered. The Fee Setting Committee reviews and makes recommendations to Board of Health. 2 . Service discounts: A schedule of discounts is to be used to adjust most service charges for clients between 101 % and 250% of poverty. Family Planning clients with income <100% of the Federal Poverty Level are not charged for Family Planning services. 3. The discounts will be based on: 1. household members (economic unit), family and 11. mcome. 4. Financial Agreements/ Assignment of Benefits Authorization is to be scanned in Patagonia Electronic Health Record to acknowledge responsibility for services not covered by third party carriers. Patients at 0% do not have to sign Financial Agreement. 032017a HC BOC Page 50 Page 3 II. Definition: 1. Adults and Emancipated minors: 164.502(g)(2) a. Emancipated minors: In North Carolina, there are only two ways for a minor to be emancipated (see G.S. 7B-3500 et seq): • By marriage , or • By an order of emancipation granted by a court. b . Adults: In North Carolina, a person age 18 or older is an adult for purposes of making health care decisions. 2 . Minor's consent sufficient for certain medical health services (G.S. 90-21.5) a. Any minor may give effective consent to a physician licensed to practice medicine in North Caro lina for medical health services for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of (i) venereal disease and other diseases reportable und G.S. 130A-135, (ii) pregnancy, (iii) abuse of controlled substances or alcohol, and (iv) emotional disturbance. This section does not authorize the inducing, of an abortion, performance of a sterilization operation, or commitment to a mental institution or hospital for confinement or treatment of a mental condition. This section does not prohibit the admission of a minor to a treatment facility upon his own written application in an emergency situation as authorized by G.S . 122C-222 . b . Any minor who is emancipated may consent to any medical treatment, dental and health services for himself or for his child. (1971 , c . 35; 1977, c.582, s.2; 1983 , c.302, S 2; 1985 , C. 5899, S. 31,) 3. Services to minors: • Family planning services shall be available to all who voluntarily request such services without regard to age or parental consent. (15A NCAC 21 A.0503) a. Family Planning -clinic designed to assist women in planning their childbearing schedule; detailed history, lab work, physical exam, counseling and education given by appropriate provider. Women of childbearing age regardless of residency; sliding fee scale, Medicaid and third party insurance . Clients must be charged based on household members and income and discounts may be established for persons between 101 %-250% of poverty based on sliding fee scale. If client lo ses birth control pills a $10.00 per pack 032017a HC BOC Page 51 Page 4 will be accessed to the client and sliding fee scale will apply. Depo-Provera is to be billed separately from physical fee. If during the course of a Family Planning or Maternal Health visit the clinician needs to rule out STDs to meet standards of care, the patient cannot be charged for STD testing and treatment. [The STD services must be provided at no cost to the client. Medicaid can be billed and if permission is given by client then third party insurance can be billed; but co-pays, co-insurance/deductibles for STD are adjusted off.] The billing staff must determine , as accurately as possible, the client's ability to pay based upon family income. This determination and notice of any applicable waiver should be made prior to the delivery of services and must be conducted each time a client requests services. When considering charges to minors for family planning, several conditions must be taken into account. If the minor is unemancipated and confidentiality of services is not a concern, the family's income must be considered in determining the charge for the services. When a minor requests confidential services, without the involvement of a principal family member, charges for services must be based on the minor's income. Income actually available to the minor, such as wages from part-time employment, stipends and allowances paid directly to the minor, should be considered in determining the minor's ability to pay for services. Those services normally provided by parents/g uardians , e.g., food , shelter, transportation , tuition, etc., should not be included in determining a minor's income. Under certain circumstances where confidentiality is restricted to limited members of the family, e.g., one parent is aware of the minor seeking services but the other is not because of disagreement regarding the minor's right to receive family planning services, the charges shall be based on the minor's income if the minor's confidentially would be breached in seeking the full charge. Billing staff must seek payment from third parties who are authorized or legally obligated to pay for services unless, in doing so, patient confidentiality would be compromised. Third parties should be billed at full charge and not discounted, unless there is a contracted reimbursement rate that must be billed per the third party agreement. Family Planning patients will have fees assessed based on declaration of income if no proof of income is provided. The use of NC Debt Set-Off is acceptable for collecting past due amounts for Family Planning . Bills/receipts given to clients at the time of service show total charges, as well as any allowable discounts. Where a third party is responsible, bills are submitted to that party. Bills to third party show total charges, without discounts, unless there is a contracted reimbursement rate that must be bill per the third party agreement. Family Planning Services will not be denied because the patient has a delinquent account balance. No Medical Doctor referral is required for patients seeking Family Planning services. 032017a HC BOC Page 52 Page 5 4. Child Health clients must be charged based on household members and income and discounts established for clients between 101-250% of poverty based on sliding fee scale. 5. Maternal Health clients must be charged based on household members and income and discounts established for clients between 101-250% of poverty based on sliding fee scale. 6. Adult Health clients must be charged based on household members and income and discounts established for clients between 101-250% of poverty based on sliding fee scale. If Adult Health services falls under flat fee service follow the Flat Fee Policy. 7. Communicable Disease Control -this program deals with the investigation and follow-up of all reportable communicable and/or sexually transmitted diseases, to include: testing, diagnosis, treatment and referring as appropriate. It also provides follow-up and treatment of Tuberculosis cases and their contacts. The services must be provided at no cost to the client. Medicaid can be billed and if permission is given by client then third party insurance can be billed; but copays, co-insurance / deductibles are adjusted off. 8. Flat Fee Service: this is clinical service not on a sliding fee scale; vaccine is purchased by this agency or services provided by agency and is not mandated by th e state. III. Billing clients for Care: a. See section IX. Flat Fee Services for non-discounted services. b. The Department of Public Health follows DMA guidelines when billing Family Planning and other clinical services. c. Patagonia Electronic Health Record (accounting system): Bills are to be given directly to the client at the time of their clinic visit and/or claim sent to another payment source, i.e. Medicaid, Medicare or private insurance. If payment is not made in full at time of visit then a payment schedule (dollar amount, daily, weekly , and monthly payment) will be discussed with client and put on file. d. Emancipated minors (by legal emancipation, or married) fees are to be based on household members and income. Fees for clients requesting confidentiality or no contact must be based on the client 's income alone and a family size of one. e. Bills to clients are to show full charge less the appropriate sliding fee discount. 032017a HC BOC Page 53 Page 6 f. Bills to third party payer sources are to reflect the full charge and without any discount/no sliding fee discount. Unless there is a contracted reimbursement rate that must be billed per the third party agreement. g. When billing 340B services through Family Planning, a UD modifier will be used for Medicaid and HealthChoice clients. h. All denied claims will be reviewed for re-submission to Medicaid or third party insurance. 1. Patagonia's Aging Report is reviewed on a monthly basis and necessary corrections are made. j . When a bill is not paid in full during the clinic visit, a bill is to be mailed to the client's address sixty (60) days after the visit and monthly thereafter until written off. After three consecutive bills with "no" response then a letter will be sent with bill (see form letter attached). Bills are not to be mailed to adolescents when it may undermine their confidentiality or when a client requests no contact or no mail. When confidentially or no mail is requested by client see if alternate billing address can be used. Also, see Debt Set-Off Policy for further collection options. k. Clients are to receive a receipt for any payment. (Printed from Patagonia EHR unless after closeout for daily deposit then hand written numbered receipt will be issued). l. Voluntary donations may be accepted and a receipt issued. Clients are not pressured to make voluntary donations. Voluntary donations are not a prerequisite for provision of any service or supply. Billing requirements set out are not waived because of client donations. If the donation is from a client with an account balance, it is considered a payment, not a donation. m. No mail is sent to confidential clients, or if requested by a client to receive no mail or no contact "no snail mail" is checked in Patagonia. IV. Process for billing clients and aging accounts follows : Billing a. Explain to client charges for that day 's services and request payment during clinic visit; inform client of balance due and have client sign "Financial Agreement/Assignment of Benefits Authorization, if deemed necessary . b. Bills to patients show total charges, as well as any allowable charges. 032017a HC BOC Page 54 Page 7 c. If client is unable to pay full amount of bill for that day 's service, prepare "Payment Agreement Form" for clients to sign. Scan agreements into Patagonia under "Billing Bin". d. Label will be kept on each client in a notebook and the encounter forms shall be matched back to the label sheet to ensure all encounter forms are accounted for. e . If encounter forms are not accounted for follow-up with supervisor of that clinic . (A duplicate encounter form may need to be created if original is not found). f. Mail statement of account to client sixty ( 60) days after visit and monthly thereafter until written off or collected through Debt Set-off. g. After 3 months; mail "payment agreement form " to client to select payment option(s), if client has not signed "payment agreement form " or if client has already made a selection send a copy of "payment agreement form" on file to the client along with statement of balance from accounting system . h. Mail past due notice to client sixty (60) days after the "payment agreement form " has been mailed . 1. Inform patient of balance due at time of service and a. Next tel ephone call , (if applicable or time allows) V. Aging Patient Accounts (Bad Debt Write-Offs) a. Aging of account is an accounting procedure to periodically provide an update and realistic value for accounts receivable . Accounts will be aged every 2 years or annually, if deemed by Health Director or Designee and written off as "uncollectible" only after two (2) years following the date of last service and no effort to pay has been made by patient. Unless, approval by Board of Health and/or Board of Commissioners to delay write-offs . b. Tw o years after the initial vi sit balance and payment has not been rendered, and client has been sent to Debt Set-off program and has not been in for service an y balance remaining under $50 after two years will be written-off. Balance will be reinstated once client returns for service . Balances over $50 follow Debt-Set Off Policy, unless unable to collect from Debt-Set Off. c. A s long a s a balance remains , the client is to be informed of the current balance. 032017a HC BOC Page 55 Page 8 d. In the event a client should offer payment on an amount previously written-off, the charge will be reinstated and payment accepted. Reinstatement will reflect the amount written-off in the accounting system. If client returns to Health Department for services write-off will be reinstated and the client will be informed of the amount owed. e. The electronic client ledger card (accounting system) will indicate the write-off. f. The Hamett County Board of Health authorizes the Health Director to write-off debts deemed uncollectible under this policy; the Health Director will report to the Board of Health the total amount to be written off. The Health Director will then request approval of the write-off debts from the Board of Commissioners. After approval by the Board of Commissioners then the debts will be written off. g. Reasonable efforts to collect charges/bills without jeopardizing patient confidentiality are made. The Harnett County Health Department utilizes an Electronic Accounting System for receivables (Patagonia EHR). Electronic version to be used, unless Patagonia EHR (accounting system) is down then paper version will be done and then scanned into system when it is back up. VI. Patient Demographics and Insurance Information a. A Patient Demographics will be initiated and completed for each client. b. Personal data required includes: • Last name, First name, Middle Initial (MN if one) • Social Security number, as needed for billing and debt set-off • Date of Birth • Race and Ethnicity • Sex • County of Residence Code • Country of Origin • Address and phone number • Preferred Language • If minor, Parent Details: Father Name, Father DOB, Father Phone, Father SSN, Emergency Contac Name, Emergency Contact Number; Mother Name, Mother DOB , Mother Phone, Mother SSN. 032017a HC BOC Page 56 Page 9 c. Insurance information : (Patagonia EHR) Primary & Secondary • Self-Pay o Insurance Type (Type Self-Pay) o Insurance Type (Type Self-Pay) o Relationship with Insured (Spouse, self, child, other) o Full Name of Insured o Insured number o Date of Birth oflnsured o Gender of Insured o Address of Insured o Home Phone of Insured, if available o Work Phone of Insured, if available o Cell Phone of Insured, if available o Subscriber Assignment of Benefits ( clients will sign) o Subscriber Release oflnfo (clients will sign o Has Coordination of Benefits • Medicaid / Medicare / or Private Insurance o Insurance Type ( o Insurance (Type Medicaid) o Relationship with Insured (Spouse , self, child, other) o Full Name of Insured o Insured number o Date of Birth of Insured o Gender of Insured o Address of Insured o Home Phone of Insured , if available o Work Phone of Insured, if available o Cell Phone, if available o Subscriber Assignment of Benefits ( clients will sign) o Subscriber Release of Info ( clients will s ign o Has Coordination of Benefits VII. Instructions for Determining Eligibility for Sliding Scale Fee Discount: Definition : 1. Economic Unit : The Economic Unit will consist of people li ving in the home related to the client and tho se li v ing in the home prov iding direct or indirect financial support for the client. 032017a HC BOC Page 57 Page 10 2. A family is defined as a group of related or non-related individuals who are living together as one economic unit. Individuals are considered members of a single family or economic unit when their production of income and consumption of goods are related. An economic unit mush have its own source of income. Also , groups of individuals living in the same house with other individuals may be considered a separate economic unit if each group support only their unit. A pregnant woman is counted as two (including the unborn child) in determining the family size. (Related to client by blood, marriage, or adoption, father of unborn child or client's boyfriend, and/or live in the same household as the client and contribute to the client's support; rent , utilities, grocies, clothes, etc .). Those who are financially responsible for the client or those who dependent on the client for financial assistance are included in economic unit. I. A foster child assigned by Department of Social Services is a family of one with income considered to be paid to the foster parent for support of the child. 2. A student maintaining a separate residence and receiving most of her/his support from her/his parents or guardians may be counted as a dependent of the family. Self-supporting students maintaining a separate residence would be a separate economic unit. Family Planning considers this group extremely high-risk for unintended pregnancy. Any student in this category is considered as a family of one and is to be billed based on the income of the client. 3. An individual or family in an institution is considered a separate economic unit. 4. If a patient requests "confidential services", regardless of age, the agency shall consider them a family unit of one based on their income. 5. Family Planning patient is marked as "confidential" in Patagonia EHR when Encounter is created; ESB is created and "no snail mail is checked". 6. If a Family Planning patient presents for a service and is considered to be a minor, interview questions may include the following: 1) Ask the patient if their parents are aware of their visit? 2) Ask if "both" parents are aware of their visit, since sometimes the mother may be present with the patient, however, the father may not be aware of the visit. 3) Ask if you can send a bill to the home, to both parents. 4) If the patient states both parents are aware and it is not a confidential visit, you should treat as such . 032017a HC BOC Page 58 Page 11 7. Income information reported for Family Planning financial eligibility screening can be used through other programs offered in the agency, rather than re-verifying income or solely on the client's self-reporting. 3 . Sources of Income: • Employer Wages • W-2 • SSI / Public Assistance payments • Retirement • Social Security • Alimony payments • Unemployment compensation • Regular contributions from sources outside the home • Financial payment/other sources of income that may exist include but not limited to cash, or that can be readily converted to cash, etc ... Some items not included as income: • Housing allowance for military personnel is not counted. The eligibility specialist will have to identify the proper amount of the housing allowance and subtract it from the total gross income shown on the check. • Non-cash benefits such as WIC vouchers, food stamps, food, rent or fuel received in lieu of wages. • In-kind housing assistance • School lunches, etc ... 4. Client Household/Contact Electronic: (information needed to enter into Patagonia) a. Complete Client Household on each client every 12 months; unless client has a change then it will be updated and resigned earlier. The client will be asked at each visit if there has been a change in their financial status. Income will always be based on the "actual date" of service. If there has been a change or it is time for their annual review the income determination process shall take place. If flat fee service or no charge client household is not necessary. • Enter the following information: I . Last name, First name, Middle Initial (MN, if one) 2. Relation 3. Employer 4. Annual Income 032017a HC BOC Page 59 Page 12 5. Proof of Income (proof is not required -type declaration of income or if they bring proof provide type of proof: example pay stub, etc. a. If minor -type not specified 6. Date Verified 5. Computation of income Regular Income Formula: The patient's income will be determined by the following: Income will be based on a twelve (12) month period. If the patient is working the day they present for a service, income will be calculated weekly, bi - weekly, monthly or annually, depending on the documentation obtained. If the patient is unemployed the day they present for their service, their "employment only" income will be calculated at zero (0), however the patient shall be asked to provide "their mechanism", in regards to their paying for food , clothing, shelter, utility bills, etc. Refer to "sources of income" counted and apply all sources, as appropriate. "Regular contributions received from other sources outside of the home" is considered one of these sources. If the patient is receiving unemployment or other "sources" of income, as designated above, all of these sources shall be counted. Unemployment or Irregular Income Formula: • Six months formula • Wage earners unemployed at time of application • Unemployed any time during previous 12 months • Example: Unemployed today • Income determined six months back • Income determined six months forward • Total = 12 months of income An electronic version of the Financial Eligibility Determination shall be maintained in Patagonia EHR for future reference. The number in the household, annual gross income and percentage of pay should be reflected on the financial documentation. The documentation should be signed and dated by the interviewer and patient . Use of electronic signatures is acceptable. Income is re-assessed annually unless there has been a change in financial status. Following the initial financial eligibility determination, the client will be asked at each visit if there has been a change in their financial status. Income will always be based on the "actual date" of service. If there has been a change or it is time for their annual review the income determination process should take place. 032017a HC BOC Page 60 Page 13 Patient fees are assessed according to the rules and regulations of each program and for clients based on sliding fee between 101-250% of poverty level will be used to determine fees. All third-party providers are billed where applicable. Clients presenting with third party health insurance coverage where copayments are required shall be subject to collection of the required copayment at the time of service. For Family Planning (Title X) clients the copay may not exceed the amount they would have paid for services based on sliding fee scale. Income information reported during the financial eligibility screening for one program can be used through other programs offered in the agency, rather than to re-verify income or rely solely on the client 's self-report. Individuals and emancipated minors seeking confidential or individuals requesting no contact service are to be considered a family unit of one (family planning, etc) • Client documentation when refused: Client/guardian may be requested to declare income annually or as changes occur, but proof of income for documentation is not required. If client refuses income information he/she will be accessed at I 00%, except Family Planning will not be accessed (0%). • Documentation is required: Acceptable sources of income verification. Proof of income is not required. I. Check/Pay stubs 2. W-2 forms 3. Letter from employer, etc. 4 . Self-employed clients can provide the latest tax return 5. Self-Declaration •:• Check all Eligible Programs in Patagonia EHR: • Eligibility specialist will ensure that all eligible programs are checked that apply to the clients visit in Patagonia EHR. • Eligibility specialist will create declaration of income and have client sign and date declaration of income list • Eligibility specialist will sign and date declaration of income list VIII. Responsibility of Billing Staff -each visit 1. Clients are screened to determine financial eligibility at the time of visit 032017a HC BOC Page 61 Page 14 2. Explain to the client the reason for charging fees for services received and sliding fee scale 101-250% 3. Discuss with client acceptable forms of income verification. 4. Complete financial eligibility in Patagonia -if no income, can be referred to Department of Social Services with "Third Party Confirmation Letter" (attached to policy) or accept declaration of income. 5. There is no minimum fee requirement or surcharge that is indiscriminately applied to all patients. 6. Explain that the expectation of the Health Department is that reimbursement is expected same day as service. If unable to pay same day have the client sign a contract agreeing to pay for the cost of the services. If, on subsequent visits, the client has not made payment, remind client of signed agreement. (see attached "Financial Agreement/ Assignment of Benefits Authorization" Form) 7. Billing staff shall copy insurance card and a form of identification to ensure the correct insured client is using the insurance card. (May be scanned into Patagonia under "billing bin") 8. Billing staff should collect insurance co-insurance/deductibles and will be accessed according to the sliding fee scale. Co-pays are not subject to sliding fee scale and will be collected at 100%, with the exception to Family Planning which will be applied to the sliding fee scale. Eligibility I. Clients will not be denied statutorily required services based solely on the inability to pay. Services may be denied if the department does not have the resources needed to provide a quality non-mandated service. Family Planning clients will not be denied because the patient has a delinquent account balance. 2. The Health Department shall not deny a service due to religion, race, national origin, creed, sex , marital status or age. 3. Clients do not have to be a resident of the county to be eligible for services provided by the Health Department. 4. Clinical services provided by the Health Department are targeted to individual with income between IO 1 %-250% or below of the federal poverty level. 032017a HC BOC Page 62 Page 15 5. Cost of foam and condoms, and other non-prescription contraceptives are included in the reimbursement rate established for preventive medicine codes. Medicaid and third party insurance clients will be provided a prescription unless, confidential or no contact requested. These clients will be provided pills. One exception is if a client loses her birth control pills there will be a $10.00 per pack or currently established fee accessed to the client and sliding fee scale will apply. 6. Clients will be informed to bring Medicaid card, Insurance card, Health Choice Card and/or household income or declare income at the time of visit. 7. Clients will be asked if their income has changed at each visit to the health department. 8. There shall be no minimum fee requirement or surcharge that is indiscriminately applied to all patients. 9. Patients are not required to apply for Medicaid to receive services. l 0. Medicaid recipients are eligible to receive program services. 11. Patient shall be given a receipt each time a payment is collected, showing charge and discounted fee for services. 12. Patient schedule of charges are on county website and a sign is posted that states "patient fee information is available upon request". 13. Patients will not be denied services nor subjected to any variation in services based solely on inability to pay. 14. Patients, including Family Planning patients are not required to meet with the Health Director in an attempt to collect a delinquent account. 15. Patients will not be denied services because the patient has a delinquent account balance. 16. The Health Director or his designee may make exceptions to the eligibility requirements on a case-by-case basis. The Health Director or his designee may waive fees for Family Planning clients with incomes above 100% of the Federal Poverty Level who , as determined by the Health Director or his designee, are unable, for good cause, to pay for Family Planning services . Documentation of such decisions shall be maintained in a log at the Billing Station. 032017a HC BOC Page 63 Page 16 Laboratory Billing -AFP -Prenatal Patients AFP Jabs will be sent to UNC for testing on all prenatal patients. IX. FLAT FEE SERVICES Flat Fee Service This is clinical services not on a sliding fee scale, vaccine is purchased by this agency and is not mandated by the State nor is the vaccine provided by the state; and providers see adult women for services (pap smear, labs-such as cholesterol, urinalysis). • Flat fee service will be collected at the billing before the client is seen in clinic. • If the client does not receive the service then a refund will be issued. • Medicaid does not pay for PPD/Tuberculin Skin Test if related to work or school, so in this instance the client is responsible for the charge . This policy shall be reviewed by the Health Director annually. If there is a revision/amendment to this policy then it shall be brought back to the Board of Health for approval at the next meeting date and the Board and Board of Commissioners at their next meeting date. 032017a HC BOC Page 64 Agenda Item __ 4_-_H __ Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DATE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: MOU between County of Harnett and Harnett County Public School System (EMT Curriculum) REQUESTED BY: Jimmy Riddle, Emergency Services Director REQUEST: We would like to request approval for a MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) between County of Harnett (Harnett County Emergency Services/EMS) and Harnett County Public School System for the EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) curriculum offered at Harnett Central High School. This memorandum of understanding is from the Harnett County Public School System that allows our agency to sponsor this program in order for it to operate. We have previously completed a MOU for the fire curriculum but have not for the EMT curriculum. The school system is behind because this program has alread y begun. The effective date for this MOU will be April 1, 2017. This is an auto-renewal MOU. This MOU has already been reviewed by our Legal Department. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C:\Users\bstancil \Deskto p\agendaform2017 -MOU EMT HCHS.doc 1 of 2 Page 032017a HC BOC Page 65 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING COUNTY OF HARNETT This Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") is made and entered into this the!::_ day of April 2017, by and between County of Harnett, a body politic, organized and existing under the laws of the State of North Carolina with its administrative offices located at 102 East Front Street, Lillington, North Carolina (hereinafter referred to as "County"), and Harnett County Public School System (hereinafter referred to as "School System"). I. Purpose School System offers various courses at Harnett Central High School ("HCHS"), including the Emergency Medical Technology Program ("Program") with the assistance and support of Harnett County Emergency Services ("HCEMS"). The purpose of the Program is to offer enhanced career and technical education opportunities and provide training for careers in emergency medical services in Harnett County . This MOU is to identify the roles of this collaborative relationship in Emergency Medical Technician training. II. Responsibilities 1 . School System a. Provide a certified level I EMT instructor. b. Provide the necessary instructional facilities. c. Provide the necessary instructional materials, supplies and equipment. d. Provide insurance that will cover the students and instructor(s) in case of accident or civil liability. e. Submit requests in a timely manner for the use of HCEMS equipment when the ability to obtain such equipment is cost prohibitive for HCHS. f. Return all HCEMS equipment in the same working order as it was delivered to HCHS . If for any reason there is damage to any equipment, or the equipment failed to operate properly, it is the responsibility of HCHS to notify a representative of HCEMS so that any deficiencies can be repaired. g. Monetary responsibility for any damaged equipment due to intentional or negligent acts by HCHS students and/or staff will be appraised and a reimbursement agreement worked out between HCEMS and HCHS . h. Train students to en sure they have a working knowledge of HAZMAT, Blood Borne Pathogens, and HIPAA regulations prior to allowing students to participate in clinical settings with HCEMS . 1 032017a HC BOC Page 66 2. County a. Provide a contact person(s) to serve as liaison between HCHS and HCEMS to provide consultation and assist as available in technical expertise of the program. b. Provide training to the HCHS instructor that is responsible for the EMT curriculum to ensure he/she is familiar with HCEMS equipment and all safety issues associated with such equipment. c. Ensure that all HCEMS personnel have passed a background check and that each employee's record is continuously monitored for any changes. d. Ensure that the equipment is delivered at an agreed upon time when notified by HCHS of the need of equipment for practical training. e. Contact HCHS as soon as possible to arrange the retrieval of equipment if an emergency should arise requiring the equipment be returned to HCEMS . HCEMS will make all efforts to provide HCHS sufficient notice and avoid unannounced arrivals to retrieve the equipment. f . Notify the HCHS instructor of any practical application training opportunities for the instructor or volunteer opportunities for HCHS students. Examples include student participation in HCEMS disaster drills and HCHS instructor participation in professional training for certification renewals. g. Coordinate with the HCHS instructor to obtain any necessary permissions or documentation for students to participate in program activities. Ill. Termination This agreement may be cancelled or terminated without cause by either party upon 30 calendar days advance written notice to the other party. Such notification shall state the effective date of termination or cancellation and include any final performance and/or payment invoicing instructions/requirements. IV. Indemnification School System shall and hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless County, its officers, agents, and employees from and against all loss, cost , damage, expense, and liability caused by accident or other occurrence resulting in bodily injury, including death and disease to any person , or damage or destruction to property, real or personal caused by the negligent or reckless acts or omissions of School System, its volunteers, employees, students, or agents . 2 032017a HC BOC Page 67 V. Compliance With Applicable Law School System and County, each at their sole expense, shall comply with all laws, orders and regulations of Federal, State and municipal authorities, and with any direction of any public officer, pursuant to the laws which impose any duty upon School System or County. VI. Declaration of Applicable Law This MOU shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina . VII. Waiver Failure of either party to insist upon strict performance of any covenant or condition of this MOU in any one way or more instances shall not be construed as a waiver for the future of such covenant, but the same shall be and remain in full force and effect. VIII . Entire Agreement; Modification; Severability This MOU contains the entire agreement between the parties and shall not be modified in any manner except by an instrument in writing executed by the parties. If any term or provision of this MOU or the application thereof to any person or circumstance shall, to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this MOU, or the application of such term or provision to persons or circumstances other than those to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected thereby and each term and provision of this MOU shall be valid and shall be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, County and the School System execute this Memorandum of Understanding by subscribing their names and affixing their seals to this instrument on the day, month, and year above written. County of Harnett By:----------- Name: __________ _ Title: Date : ------------ 3 Harnett County Public School System: By : ---=------------ Name: ------------ Title: ------------- 032017a HC BOC Page 68 Agenda Item 4 -I.. Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DA TE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Specialty Team Agreement between Harnett County Chiefs Association and the County of Harnett . REQUESTED BY: Jimmy Riddle, Emergency Services Director REQUEST: We would like to request approval for the Specialty Team Agreement between Harnett County Chiefs Association and the County of Harnett. This agreement is to ensure supplemental funding provided by the County of Harnett to the Harnett County Chiefs Association in support of training, equipping and maintaining the Specialty Teams. This funding will offset some of the expenses that the Chiefs Association Specialty Teams incur each year. These teams consist of the following: Dive Team, Search & Rescue Team and Trench/Confined Space Team. This agreement also ensures that these teams are trained and meet all certifications/qualification requirements to operate/respond within Harnett County and the State of North Carolina. We are requesting for budget FYl 7-18 funds in the amount of $10,000.00. The effective date for this Agreement is July 1, 2017 . This is an auto-renewal Agreement. This Agreement has already been reviewed by our Legal Department. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C:\Users\bstanc il\D esktop\agendaform2017 -Specialty Teams Agreement.do c I of2 Page 032017a HC BOC Page 69 Specialty Team Agreement This Specialty Team Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into on this the~ day of July 2017, by and between the Hamett County Fire Chiefs Association (hereinafter referred to as "Association"), and the County of Hamett (hereinafter referred to as "County"). WITNESS ETH WHEREAS , the parties understand that it is of vital importance and public good to ensure the safety and well-being of all persons; WHEREAS, the parties agree that it is a necessary public service for County to provide sufficient funding to protect the Hamett County community in the case of an emergency situation; NOW, THEREFORE, the parties have hereto mutually agreed to the terms of this agreement as hereinafter set forth: 1. Purpose: This Agreement is established to ensure supplemental funding provided by County to the Association in support of training , equipping and maintaining the Specialty Teams. This Agreement assures that all Specialty Teams, which for the purposes of this agreement include Special Tactics And Rescue ("ST AR"), Search and Rescue , and Dive Teams, are trained and meet all certification/qualification requirements to operate/respond within Hamett County and the State of North Carolina. 2. Obligations of Parties to this Agreement: a. The Association will provide County a quarterly report on current team certifications and a proposed training calendar. b. The Association will ensure that all Specialty Teams have completed, met, and /or exceeded all necessary and/or required training, qualifications , and certifications required by all laws, orders, and regulations of federal, state, and municipal authorities. c. Supplemental funding may be utilized to employ a part-time Specialty Team Manager. This individual will not be an employee of County and will be employed by the Association. County will agree to provide office space for the Specialty Team Manager. Association will provide County with a job description of the Specialty Team Manager's position. The job description must be detailed to ensure all requirements are met. 3 . General Specialty Team Requirements: In addition to the Specific Specialty Team Requirements listed below in Paragraph 4 , all Specialty Teams and their members must: a. Meet or exceed all qualifications and certifications required by the State, and in some cases Federal certifications, as well as orders and regulations of federal , state, and municipal authorities; b. Maintain a well-defined and multi-layered Chain of Command with key leadership positions. The key leadership positions must be backed up with an alternate individual who can operate in the absence of the Team Chief; c. All Team Chiefs, including the alternates in the absence of the Team Chief, must ensure the availability of a minimum level of staffing at all time s to ensure prompt res ponse to any emergency, at any time , in any weather; d. Employ or retain a Training Officer who understands all nece ssary qualificatio ns and certifications for their particular Specialty Team and will ensure that a ll team members - I - 032017a HC BOC Page 70 meet or exceed those qualifications and certifications . The Training Officer must ensure all training requirements, including continuing education, are met; e. Ensure that all Specialty Team certification training is conducted by a certified instructor and is relevant to the qualifications and certifications required. Other miscellaneous training may be conducted by any Emergency Services personnel; f . All training announcements must be published in a timely manner to ensure maximum participation. Scheduled training will not be canceled unless there are extreme circumstances that would preclude the class from being conducted. Team Leaders must identify more than one instructor capable of conducting training. If team members are identified as instructors and assume the responsibility of instructing a class, they must identify an alternate instructor to ensure the class is conducted. g. All team courses conducted must be relevant to team qualifications/certifications. Team Chiefs, with the guidance of the team Training Officer, will develop a training plan for all qualifications/certifications for that specific team position; h. Team training schedules that detail the course and instructor must be published quarterly and copies provided to the Association; i. Notify County and Association when a Specialty Team is unable to operate for any reason; j. Submit any and all equipment needs to the Association President to be brought before the Association's Board of Directors prior to purchase or entry into a purchase agreement; k. Utilize the Incident Command System and appoint a Safety Officer when active and engaged in emergency response; I. Comply with all Association policies and procedures, including, but not limited to , As sociation's Joint Standard Operating Guidelines ("SOGs") developed by the various fire /rescue departments of Hamett County ("Departments")Departments, and individual host department SOGs; m. Departments assuming the responsibility for a Specialty Team assume all responsibility for the team, to include management, training, Standard Operating Guide development and recruitment of team members. County and Association must be notified immediately when a team can no longer function due to lack of personnel or certifications, or the Departments can no longer maintain and manage the team ; n. When Specialty Teams have been activated and are engaged in an operational response, all operations will be conducted utilizing the Incident Command System, to include the appointment of a Safety Officer. All team members will abide by County's Social Media policy, to include no photography of active response scenes; and o. Comply with all of the covenants, terms, conditions, provisions, and undertakings present in this Agreement. 4. Specific Specialty Team Requirements: The following requirements are based on the individual team and minimum training requirements to operate in County. The Team Chiefs and Training Officers will be responsible for scheduling and tracking training and certifications. a. Search & Rescue Team Requirements: i. Planning Team Members: A minimum of 4 team members must have completed the following courses and certifications provided by the North Carolina Division of Emergency Management ("NCEM") or the National Association for Search & Rescue ("NASAR") to be considered fully trained and prepared for any emergency, at any time, in any weather: -2 - 032017a HC BOC Page 71 1. NCEM Entry Level Search & Rescue Course 2. NCEM Field Team Certification or NASAR SAR TECH II Certification 3. NCEM Field Team Leader Training 4. Managing Land Search Operations Course 5. Lost Person Behavior Course ii. Ground Search Personnel: A minimum of 12 team members must have completed the following courses and certifications provided by NCEM or the NASAR to be considered fully trained and prepared for any emergency, at any time, in any weather: 1. NCEM Entry Level Search & Rescue Course 2. NCEM Field Team Certification or NASAR SARTECH II Certification 3. NCEM Field Team Leader Training b. Dive Team Requirements: i. General Dive Team Member Requirements: In addition to any Dive Team Leader being a certified Rescue Diver, all Dive Team Members, regardless of active or inactive status, must: 1. Have obtained the Open Water and/or Scuba Diver level; 2. Attend quarterly, if not monthly, training sessions conducted by the Dive Teams Training Officer which is to include an active dive component; and 3. Strive to attain , through the use of continuing education opportunities, the Rescue Diver level ii. Rescue/Recovery Dive Team Minimum Personnel Requirements: A minimum of Six (6) individuals should comprise this team. These individuals are to include: 1. 2 Divers 2. 2 Shore Tenders 3. 1 Backup Safety Diver 4. 1 Dive Operator iii. Evidence Recovery Dive Team Minimum Personnel Requirements: A minimum of Four (4) individuals should comprise this team. These individuals are to include: 1. I Diver 2. 1 Shore Tender 3. 1 Backup Safety Diver 4. 1 Dive Operator c. STAR Team Requirements: A minimum of 8 ST AR Team Members must be fully trained and prepared for any emergency, at any time , in any weather. All STAR Team Members must: i. Meet all minimum training and equipment standards for trench, high angle, rope, and confined space operations; ii. Attend monthly training and quarterly active drill sessions, which include skill set scenarios for trench operations, high angle operations, and confined space operations; and m. Complete an annual trench, confined space, and high angle training exercise. 5. Insurance: The Association covenants and agrees that it shall, at its sole expense, obtain and keep in force the following minimum insurance coverage: -3 - 032017a HC BOC Page 72 a. Workers' Compensation: Coverage for all paid and volunteer workers meeting the statutory requirements of The North Carolina Workers' Compensation Act, North Carolina General Statutes § 97. b. Commercial General Liability: Bodily injury and property damage liability as will protect the Provider from claims of bodily injury or property damages which arise from operations of this Agreement. The amounts of such insurance coverage shall not be less than $2,000,000 .00 per occurrence and $3 ,000,000.00 aggregate coverage. This insurance shall include coverage for completed operations/products liability, personal injury liability and contractual liability. c. Commercial Automobile Liability: Coverage shall be with limits no less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage for any vehicle used during performance of contract services, including coverage for owned, hired, and non- owned vehicles. Evidence of commercial automobile coverage is only necessary if vehicles are used in the provision of services under this Agreement. d. Proof of Insurance: Association shall furnish County all certificates of insurance evidencing the above coverages. e. Additional Insured: County and its employees shall be named as an additional insured on all policies of insurance, except workers ' compensation, specified above. 6. Indemnification: The Association shall and hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless County, its officers, agents, and employees from and against all loss , cost, damage, expense, and liability caused by accident or other occurrence resulting in bodily injury , including death and disease to any person, or damage or destruction to property, real or personal , ari sing directly or indirectly from operations, products, or services rendered or purchased under this Agreement. This includes holding County harmless from any and all liability and expenses, including attorney's fees, court costs, and other costs incurred by County caused by the negligent acts or omissions of the Association, the Specialty Teams, its volunteers, employees, or clients. 7. Compliance With Applicable Law: County, at its sole expense, shall comply with all laws, orders and regulations of federal , state , and municipal authorities, and with any direction of any public officer, pursuant to the laws which impose any duty upon County. 8. Declaration of Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by , construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina. 9. Waiver: Failure of either party to insist upon strict performance of any covenant or condition of this Agreement in any one or more instances shall not be construed as a waiver for the future of any such covenant or condition, but the same shall be and remain in full force and effect. 10. Binding Effect: The covenants, terms, conditions, provisions and undertakings in this Agreement, or in any renewals thereof, shall extend to and be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the respective parties hereto as if they were in every case named and expressed; and, wherever reference is made to either of the parties hereto , it shall be held to include and apply also to the heirs , executors, administrators, successors and assigns of such party, as if in each and every case so expressed. -4 - 032017a HC BOC Page 73 11. Entire Agreement; Modification; Severability: This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties and shall not be modified in any manner except by an instrument in writi~g executed by the parties. If any term or provision of this Agreement or the application thereof to any person or circumstance shall, to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such term or provision to persons or circumstances other than those to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected thereby and each term and provision of this Agreement shall be valid and shall be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law. 12. Non-Appropriate Clause: Association acknowledges that County is a governmental entity and the validity of this Agreement is based upon the availability of public funding under the authority of its statutory mandate. In the event that public funds are not available and not appropriated for the performance of County's obligations under this Agreement, then this Agreement shall automatically expire without penalty to the County thirty (30) days after written notice to Association of the non-appropriation of public funds. 13. Iran Divestment: Pursuant to §147-86.59 of the North Carolina General Statutes, any person identified as engaging in investment activities in Iran, as determined by appearing on the Final Divestment List created by the State Treasurer pursuant to§ 147-86.58 of the North Carolina General Statutes, is ineligible to contract with the State of North Carolina or any political subdivision of this State. Pursuant to the requirements of the Iran Divestment Act of 2015, Association does hereby certify to the following: a. That Association is not identified on the Final Divestment List of Entities that the State Treasurer determined to be engaged in investment activities in Iran; b. That Association shall not utilize on any contract with the State agency any subcontractor that is identified on the Final Divestment List; and c. That the undersigned is authorized by Association to make this Certification. 14. E-Verify Compliance: Association certifies that they and their subcontractors comply with the requirements of Article 2 of Chapter 64 of the North Carolina General Statutes. -5 - 032017a HC BOC Page 74 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto, through their duly authorized representatives or officers, have executed this Agreement as to the date and year first above written. COUNTY OF HARNETT By: Joseph Jeffries, County Manager By: Jimmy Riddle, Director Harnett County Emergency Services HARNETT COUNTY FIRE CHIEF'S ASSOCIATION By: Justin Riewestahl , President THIS INS RUMENT HAS BEEN REVIEWED Y E F NANCE OFFICER -6 - 032017a HC BOC Page 75 NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF HARNETT I , , a N otary Public, of the County and State aforesaid , certify that Joseph Jeffries , who being by me duly sworn , says that he is the County Manager of Hamett County, and that said instrument was signed by him as County Manager of said County ; and that the said Joseph Jeffries, County Manager of Hamett County, acknowledged said instrument to be the act and deed of Harnett County, North Carolina. Witness my hand and Notarial Seal , that the _ day of ____ , 2017 . ________ N otary Public My Commission Expires: ________ _ NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF HARNETT I , , a Notary Public, of the County and State aforesaid , certify that Justin Riewestahl, who being by me duly sworn , says that he is the President of th e Hamett C ounty Fire Chiefs Association , and that by authority duly gi v en and a s the act of the Association, the foregoing instrument was signed in its name by its Pre s ident. Witness my hand and Notarial Seal, that the _ day of ____ , 2017. ________ N otary Public My Commi ssion Expire s: ________ _ -7 - 032017a HC BOC Page 76 Agenda Item _Y--=--_-_J"9-=--- Board Meeting Agenda Item MEETING DATE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Hazardous Materials Response Cost Recovery Ordinance for Harnett County REQUESTED BY: Jimmy Riddle, Emergency Services Director REQUEST: We would like to request approval for the updated Hazardous Materials Response Cost Recovery Ordinance for Harnett County. Hamett County currently has a 1991 version of this ordinance that was very poorly written and when any of our departments try to recoup expenses related to hazardous materials incidents they are denied based on the incompleteness of this current ordinance. This updated ordinance takes care of all the loop holes and has a cost recovery schedule outlined and it is in accordance with current F.E.M.A. rates. This updated ordinance provides the recovery of expenses incurred by Hamett County Fire Departments including, but not limited to, departments contracted by County of Hamett, in responding to an emergency substances or materials incident in accordance with N.C.G.S. 166A-27. This updated Ordinance has already been reviewed by our Legal Department. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C:\Users\bstancil\Desktop\agendaform2017 -Haz Mat Re s p Cost Recovery Ordinance.doc I of2 Page 032017a HC BOC Page 77 Harnett -~, ... C O U N T Y -=----NORTH CAROLINA HAZARDOUS MATERIALS RESPONSE COST RECOVERY ORDINANCE HARNETI COUNTY An ordinance to provide for recovery of expenses incurred by Harnett County Fire Departments, including but not limited to departments contracted by Harnett County, in responding to an emergency hazardous substances and or materials incident in accordance with NC GS 166A-27. THE COUNTY OF HARNETI HEREBY ORDAINS: Section 1. Findings and Purpose. The County of Harnett finds that a potential exists for responses to incidents involving the release or threatened release of hazardous substances and or materials. Such incidents create a great likelihood of personal injury or property damage. The control and abatement of such incidents places a significant financial and operational burden upon the fire departments, rescue and emergency medical services, along with other department support resources. The County finds that it is necessary to adopt an ordinance to establish the liability for such incidents and to establish a policy and methods which will allow the Fire Department to seek recovery of the departments costs associated with emergency responses to hazardous substance and or materials incidents. Section 2. Definitions. Compressed Gas shall mean any material regulated as a compressed gas by the United States Department of Transportation through regulations found in 49 CFR, Section 173.300. Emergency Response shall mean the providing, sending and or utilizing of firefighting, emergency medical and rescue services by a fire department, or by a private industrial entity, corporation or other assisting government agency operating at the request or direction of the County of Harnett, for an incident resulting in a hazardous substances and or materials release or threatened release or the clean up or abatement of same. Expenses of an Emergency Response shall mean the direct and reasonable costs incurred by the fire department, or by a private person, corporation or other assisting government agency, which is operating at the request or direction of the County of Harnett, when making an emergency response to the hazardous substances and or materials incident, including the costs of providing firefighti ng, rescue services, emergency medical services, containment storage, clean up and abatement of all hazardous conditions at the scene of the incident. The costs further includes all salaries and wages of fire department personnel responding to the incident, salaries and wages of County personnel engaged in the investigation, supervision and report preparation regarding said incident, all salaries and wages of personnel of assisting government Harnett County Hazardous Materials Response Cost Recovery Ordinance Page 1 of 5 stron g ro ots • ne w growth www.harnett.or g 032017a HC BOC Page 78 agencies operating at the request or direction of the County, and all costs connected with the administration of the incident relating to any prosecution of the person(s) responsible, including those relating to the production and appearance of witnesses at any court proceedings in relation thereto. Costs shall also include such items as disposable materials and supplies used during the response to said incident, rental or leasing of equipment used for the specific response, replacement of equipment which is contaminated beyond reuse or repair during the response to said incident, special technical services and laboratory cost, and services and supplies purchased for any specific evacuation relating to said incident. Hazardous Substances and or Materials _shall include but are not limited to a chemical that is a combustible liquid, a flammable gas, explosives, flammables, oxidizing material, pyrophoric, unstable reactive or water reactive, radioactive materials, petroleum, petroleum products or gases, poisons and shall include all those materials and amounts that are designated to require Regional Response Hazmat Team (RRT) response. Owner shall mean any person having a vested or contingent interest in the premises, real property, personal property, container or vehicle involved in the hazardous substances and or materials incident, including but not limited to any duly authorized agent or attorney, purchaser, devisee or fiduciary of said person having said vested or contingent interest. Oxidizing Material shall mean any material regulated as an oxidizing material by the United States Department of Transportation through regulations found in 49 CFR, Section 173.151. Person shall mean individuals, firms, joint ventures, partnerships, corporations, clubs and all associations or organizations of natural persons, either incorporated or unincorporated, howsoever operating or named, and whether acting by themselves or by a servant, contractor, employee, agent or fiduciary, and includes all legal representatives, heirs, successors and assignees thereof. Poison shall mean any liquid or gas that is life threatening when mixed with air in small amounts, and shall also include all those materials regulated as poison class A by the United States Department of Transportation through regulations found in 49 CFR, Section 173.326. Premises shall mean any lot or parcel of land . Radioactive Material shall mean any material required by the United States Department of Transportation to have Type A packaging or other special protection or closed transport vehicles, under regulations found in 49 CFR, Section 173.425. Release shall mean any spilling, leaking, pumping, pouring, emitting, emptying, discharging, injecting, escaping, leaching, dumping or disposing of a hazardous substance or material into the environment, or the abandonment or disposing of barrels, containers or other closed receptacles containing a hazardous substance. Responsible Party shall mean the owner, operator, occupant or other person responsible for the operation, maintenance and or condition of any building, premises, property or vehicle Harnett County Hazardous Materials Response Cost Recovery Ordinance Page 2 of 5 032017a HC BOC Page 79 where an incident arises which involves the release or threatened release of hazardous substances and or materials on or about said building, premises, property and or vehicle. Threatened Release shall mean any imminent or impendi ng event potentially causing but not resulting in a release which causes the County to undertake emergency response . Vehicle shall mean any mode wh ich is used as an instrument of conveyance, including but not limited to motor vehi cles, railroads, boats, aircraft, etc. County shall mean any and all Harnett County, North Carolina departments, agencies and contract agencies of Harnett County, including but not limited to local fire departments which maintain a contract with Harnett County for emergency services. Section 3. Hazardous Substances and/or Materials Incidents Policy . A. In the event that County employees or contracted agencies of the County are dispatched to a hazardous substances and or materials incident, the County employee and or contract agency in charge shall notify the responsible parties, including appropriate State, local and federal agencies, as soon as possible. County personnel shall make every efforts to limit the County's action to those necessary to address dangers from fire or the imminent threat of fire or the imminent threat from any hazardous substances or materials, and necessary evacuation of affected persons. B. Except for procedures necessitated by fire or the imminent threat of fire resulting from a hazardous substances or materials incident, County officials are not authorized to incur any obligations, financial or otherwise, to the County in regards to the mitigation of impacts resulting from a hazardous substances and or materials incident. C. All County personnel shall take appropriate steps for a hazardous substances and or materials response that conform to their level of training and as appropriate to the supplies and equipment to them, in accordance with established protocols and procedures. Section 4. Liability for Expense of an Emergency Response. A. Responsible Party: The responsible party shall be requi red to reimburse the County or any contract agency for the County for all costs and expenses of an emergency response to said hazardous substances and or materials incident. B. Charge against Person : The expense of an emergency response shall be a charge imposed upon the responsible party under this Ordinance. The charge constitutes a debt of that responsible party and is collectable by the County in the same manner as an obligation under contract, express or implied. C. Cost Recovery Schedule: The County Board of Commissioners may by resolution adopt a schedule of the costs included within the expense of an emergency response. Th is schedule shall be available at the Harnett County Clerk of Courts office for inspection by the public during regular office hours. Harnett County Hazardous Materials Response Cost Recovery Ordinance Page 3 of 5 032017a HC BOC Page 80 D. Billing: The County may within ten (10) days of receiving itemized costs , or any part thereof, incurred for an emergency response, submit a bill for these costs by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested or personal service to the person liable for the expenses as enumerated under this ordinance. The bill(s) shall require full payment within thirty days from the date of mailing or service of said bill upon the responsible person. E. Contract Agency Billing: Contract agencies i.e. fire departments shall conduct all of their billing and recovery actions under their agencies financial and equipment procurement processes. F. Failure to Pay: Procedure to recover costs. Any failure by the person described in this Ordinance as liable or responsible for expenses of an emergency response to pay said bill within thirty {30) days of mailing or service of the bill shall constitute a default on said bill. In case of default, the county shall have the right and power to add all response costs to the tax roll of such property involved in the hazardous substances and or materials incident, and to levy and collect such costs in the same manner as provided for the levy and collection of real property taxes against said property or premises. The County shall also have the right to bring action in a court of competent jurisdiction to collect said costs if the County deems such action to be necessary. Section 5. Conflict with State or Federal Law. Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to conflict with State or federal laws requiring persons responsible for or causing a release or threatened release from engaging in remediation activities or paying the cost thereof, or both. Section 6. Nonexclusive Remedy. The remedies provided by this Ordinance shall be in addition to any other remedies available in equity or at law and such penalties as provided by law or ordinance. Section 7. Repeal. All ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are to the extent of such conflict hereby repealed . Section 8. Severability If any section, subsection, clause, paragraph or provision of this ordinance is adjusted invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such adjudication shall only apply to the said portion thereof adjudicated invalid, and the full remaining portions or parts of this ordinance shall remaining full force and effect. Section 9. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon adoption . Harnett County Hazardous Materials Response Cost Recovery Ordinance Page 4 of S 032017a HC BOC Page 81 Section 10. Fee Schedule The fee schedule will update based on the F.E .M .A. Cost Recovery Schedule Revisions. Hazardous Materials Cost Recovery Schedule Description Engine with personnel Tanker with personnel Heavy Rescue with personnel Aerial Device with personnel Support Vehicle (Service, Brush) with personnel Ambulance Emergency Management Vehicle with personnel Materials Used Equipment Damage Footnotes: Cost Rate $160.00 per hour $160.00 per hour $160.00 per hour $220.00 per hour $120.00 per hour $ 80.00 per hour $100.00 per hour Replacement cost+ shipping costs Based on Repair Costs 1) Ambulance is based on standby for emergency responders. 2) Rates based on 2015 FEMA reimbursement schedule rates. 3) Personnel rates based on$ 20.00 per hour per responder. 4) Minimum of 1 hour but billed in 15 minute increments after the first hour. Duly adopted this 20th day of March, 2017. ATIEST: ------------- Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board Harnett County Board of Commissioners Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners Harnett County Hazardous Materials Response Cost Recovery Ordinance Page 5 of 5 032017a HC BOC Page 82 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNTY OF HARNETT, NORTH CAROLINA, ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED "HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ANO SUBSTANCES ORDINANCE OF HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA" THAT WHEREAS, the North Carolina General Assembly, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-215.82 and other relevant provisions of law, has given counties local authority in the prevention and control of oil and other hazardous substances discharged into sewers or disposal systems; and WHEREAS, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 153A-140 and other relevant provisions of law, counties have the authority to remove, abate or remedy a condition dangerous or prejudicial to the public health or public safety and enforce payment of the costs of so doing; and WHEREAS, at the present time the State of North Carolina and its various departments do not have the ability to reimburse the County of Harnett for certain costs involved in the abatement and removal of hazardous materials which are emitted into the environment: THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ORDAINED that an ordinance entitled "Hazardous Material and Substance Abatement Ordinance of Harnett County, North Carolina" is hereby adopted to read as follows: HAZARDOUS MATERIAL AND SUBSTANCE ABATEMENT ORDINANCE OF aARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA Sec. 1. Purpose and Authority. The District Fire Chi e f of any fire department providing fire protection services within any duly established fire protection district or special service district within Harnett county, or his designee, shall have the authority to summarily abate, remedy or remove any threat from hazardous materials which are emitted into the environment in such a manner as to endanger the health or safety of the general public or the environment. Any such District Fire Chief or his designee shall have the authority to enter public or private property, with or without the owner's consent, to respond to such hazardous materials threats and emergencies. Such District Fire Chief or his designee shall determine t he type, amount and quantity of equipment, materials and personnel required to adequately abate and remedy any a nd all threats from hazardous materials which are emitted into the environment. Sec. 2. Definitions. 032017a HC BOC Page 83 (a) Hazardous Materials. Any substance which, when discharged in any quantity, may present an eminent and substantial danger to the public health or welfare or to the environment. (b) Having Control Over. Shall mean, but not b~ limited to, any person using, transferring, storing or releasing hazardous materials on to lands or into the air or waters within the County of Harnett. (c) Hazardous Material Response. The sending of equipment, materials or personnel of or by any Fire Department to abate or remove hazardous materials which endanger the health or safety of persons or the environment. Cd> Person. partnerships, corporations, agencies. Includes individuals, firms, associations, institutions, local governments and governmental Sec. 3. Responsibility: Fees and Charges. Any property owner and/or the person(s) exercising control over hazardous materials that create a hazardous materials threat or emergency shall be financially liable to the District Fire Department and any other entity incurring costs and expenses at the request or direction of or in aid to such District Fire Department for any and all costs and expenses incurred during or in connection with any such threat or emergency. Said property owner and/or the person(s) exercising control over such hazardous materials shall assist such District Fire Department in abatement, removal and remedial measures associated with any such hazardous materials threat or emergency. Assistance shall consist of but not be limited to any or all of the following: Ca) Compliance with the directions of the District Fire Department. (b) Supplying emergency response plan information for the subject site. <c) Supplying emergency response equipment, personnel and materials available on site. Sec. 4. All charges for any hazardous materials emergency response on behalf of the County of Harnett or by any District Fire Department shall be based upon a schedule to be approved by the County Manager which shall be kept on file for public inspection in the office of the Chief of each District Fire Department within the County of Harnett. 032017a HC BOC Page 84 Sec. s. Payment of Charges. (a) Any charge assessed pursuant to any provision of this ordinance which does not exceed $300.00, shall be payable within thirty (30) da ys of the assessment thereof by the Chief of the District Fire Department in question, or his designee, which assessment shall be in writing and delivered to the responsible party as above set forth by personal delivery, or by certified mail. Any charge in excess of $300.00 for a violation of this ordinance, shall be payable within a period of time as determined by the Chief of the District Fire Department in question, subject to the approval of the Harnett County Manager; provided that if the responsible party as above determined is not agreeable to such time period, the responsible party shall have ten days to appeal the decision of said District Fire Chief to the Harnett County Board of Commissioners in writing, whereupon the matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regular meeting of such Board for a decision, which decision by the Board of Conunissioners shall be final. Cb) Any charge assessed under the terms of this ordinance but not paid within the required time period shall be a lien upon the lands or premises where abatement of the subject hazardous materials threat or remedial action took place, and shall be collected as unpaid taxes pursuant to the authority of N.C.G.S. l53A-140, Chapter 105 of the North Carolina General Statutes, and other applicable provisions of law. The provisions of this ordinance shall be effective upon its adoption, and said ordinance shall become and be made part of the Code of Ordinances of Harnett County, North Carolina, and the sections of this ordinance may be renumbered to accomplish such. Duly adopted this 20th day of May , 1991. -------- HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 2d. 1 ~ dt;;;;Z By: ~):?.A 7 ioG. Stewart, Chairman Attest: Seal of the County of Harnett 032017a HC BOC Page 85 Board Meeting Agenda Item Agenda Item LJ.-}< MEETING DA TE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJE CT: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan REQUESTED BY: Carl Davis REQUEST: Parks and Recreation requests adoption of the Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan developed by The John McAdams Company. This plan will guide program and facility improvements over a 15-year planning period. It acts as a resource for the public to understand current facility and program offerings and to learn what is planned for the future while providing county staff with a living document to help guide and prioritize project implementation. The Master Plan is also a window into how the residents of Harnett County value their parks and recreation system and is supported by multiple levels of community inpu t. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C :\U se rs\gwheele r\AppData\Local\M icrosoft\ Windows\lNetCac he\Content. O utlook\ TPTEQCL V\agendaform2017-Comp Master Plan Acceptance .doc Page I of I 032017a HC BOC Page 86 COMPREHENSIVE PARKS & RECREATION, GREENWAY, & BLUEWAY MASTER PLAN March, 2017 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA 032017a HC BOC Page 87 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK. 032017a HC BOC Page 88 PREPARED BY: The John R. McAdams Company 2905 Meridian Parkway Durham, North Carolina 27713 T 919.361.5000 www.mcadamsco.com 032017a HC BOC Page 89 Harnett County Parks and Recreation Division Carl Davis - Director of Parks and Recreation Drew Bryant - Recreation Program Supervisor Harnett County Staff Leadership Committee Jay Sikes - Director of Planning Nick Dula - Director of Economic Development Chris Hawk - GIS Analyst Donna Surles - Health Department Paula Stewart - Deputy County Manager Joseph Jeffries - County Manager Parks and Recreation Steering Committee Amy Rowland - Play Across America Brooks Matthews - Harnett County Schools Brad Salmon - North Carolina House of Representative Sean Burke - GIS Specialist/ Environmentalist Sharon Stevens - Dunn Tourism David McLean - Coats Senior Center Director Donna Rigby - Citizen/ Fair Board Ilia Smirnov - Canoe Outfitter Project Team McAdams Company PRO’s Consulting ETC Institute Highland Mapping ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 032017a HC BOC Page 90 TABLE OF CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1 INTRODUCTION Overview of Parks and Recreation Master Plan Process Geography & Local Identity Growth & Demographics Natural Resources & the Environment 2 VISION + Approach The Vision Approach Process Goals Focus Areas 3 INVENTORY & ANALYSIS Inventory + Analysis of Existing Policy & Management Inventory + Analysis of Existing Facilities Inventory + Analysis of Existing Programs Demographics Analysis Trends Analysis Level of Service Analysis • Facility Classification System • NRPA Standards • SCORP Ranking • Benchmarking against comparable agencies 4 PUBLIC OPINION Leadership Committee + Steering Committee Community Meeting Summaries Survey Data & Analysis 8-19 56-69 22-27 30-55 i-v 032017a HC BOC Page 91 5 NEEDS & DEMANDS + RECOMMENDATIONS Programs Facilities • Parks • Greenways • Blueways 6 ACTION PLAN Policy & Management • Action Items • Time Frames Programs • Action Items • Time Frames Facility • Action Items • Time Frames 7 FUNDING Probable Costs Grants Bonds Charitable Foundations Private Charitable Donations Additional Funding Sources 8 APPENDIXES Appendix 1 - Inventory + Analysis of Existing Parks Appendix 2 - Demographic and Trends Analysis Appendix 3 - Harnett County Parks and Recreation Survey Appendix 4 - Benchmark Analysis Appendix 5 - Programs Assessment Appendix 6 - Community Input Notes Appendix 7 - Neill’s Creek Park Master Plan 72-93 94-115 116-129 032017a HC BOC Page 92 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY COMPREHENSIVE PARKS & RECREATION, BLUEWAY & GREENWAY MASTER PLAN March, 2017 PREPARED BY: The John R. McAdams Company 2905 Meridian Parkway Durham, North Carolina 27713 T 919.361.5000 www.mcadamsco.com 032017a HC BOC Page 93 HARNETT COUNTY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ii This master plan has been developed in response to rapid growth in Harnett County and the demand for increased level of service provided by the Harnett County parks system. It is a living document that may evolve over time as recreation trends change, related planning documents are developed and funding is realized. The master planning process involved an existing conditions inventory and analysis to identify gaps in service; demographic and recreation trends analysis; robust stakeholder and public engagement plan to understand the needs and wants of the community; development of level of service standards based on benchmarking analysis and comparable state and national standards; recommendations for realizing recreation goals and level of service standards; and an action plan with estimated time frames and associated costs for implementing the recommendations. The overarching goals of this master plan were identified to be: 1. Develop the Cape Fear River as a blueway / Riverwalk to stimulate economic vitality. 2. Connect communities, parks, attractions, destinations and civil facilities through a greenway trail system. 3. Enhance recreation opportunities in underserved areas of Harnett County. 4. Accommodate a balance of passive and active recreational opportunities that enhance quality of place and target users of all ages and ability levels. 5. Grow the types and frequency of recreational programs offered to Harnett County citizens. 6. Manage existing facilities efficiently and propose new facilities with few barriers to entry (financial, environmental, social). The existing conditions inventory and assessment revealed a lack of recreational facilities in the northern and southwest areas of the county where vast unincorporated, rural land is difficult to serve. Additionally, there are few current program offerings, most notably due to a lack of indoor facilities. When compared to benchmarking agencies and state and national standards, the county is competitive in the number of acres of parkland they are providing (primarily due to Anderson Creek Park’s acreage), while the number of trails, playgrounds, and picnic shelters along with annual operating budgets and staffing levels are well below other averages. 032017a HC BOC Page 94 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan iii EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A series of leadership, stakeholder and community meetings were held to solicit feedback regarding the needs and wants of the community as well as current strengths and weaknesses that may prove to be opportunities or obstacles to overcome. Feedback included acknowledging the abundance of rich natural resources such as the Cape Fear River and rural agrarian country side as a strong foundation for recreational opportunities; lack of funding to support investment in recreational facilities and programs; a general lack of available recreation opportunities (both facilities and programs) requiring long drive times; a level of service gap between the northern and southern parts of the county and incorporated versus unincorporated lands, and safety and liability concerns over river access and trespassing on private river front property. A statistically valid scientific survey was also completed to solicit additional feedback from residents. Survey results indicated the three most important facilities to residents are weights and fitness machines, an indoor aquatic facility, and multi-use gym space. The survey also revealed the most respondents feel the most needed programs are walking for exercise programs, painting/drawing classes, and camps. Further, data collected from the survey was used to develop Priority Investment Ratings (PIR) which are derived from a combination of the importance residents place on facilities and how many residents have unmet needs for the facility / program. Essentially, if the county can invest in new facilities or programs, items with the highest PIR’s should be given top priority. Survey results indicate an indoor aquatic facility, weights and fitness machines and multi-use gym space top investment priorities, along with programs including summer camps, walking for exercise, painting / drawing classes and adult trips and tours. The existing conditions inventory and assessment and public engagement process resulted in recommendations organized around policy and management, programs and facilities (parks, trails and blueways). Policy and management recommendations focused on increased operating budgets and staffing levels, updates to the county’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to promote conservation and development of recreational opportunities, public relations and advertising to educate the public on what recreational opportunities do exist, and fostering partnerships to support and promote a growing parks, trails and blueways system. Facility recommendations focused on acquisition of 1,209 acres of park land by 2030 in the form of 3 neighborhood parks (expansions of existing parks), 8 community parks (combination of existing park expansions and new parks) and 5 district 032017a HC BOC Page 95 HARNETT COUNTY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY iv parks (all new parks except of the proposed Government Complex). This recommendation was influenced by the amount of rural, unincorporated land and resulting need for the county to play a unique role in offering more parks on a smaller scale. Typically counties provide larger regional parks while there is demand in Harnett County for smaller community parks with an equitable geographic distribution. This master plan envisions more detailed, site – specific master plans be developed for each community and district park, each having “core” and “anchor” facilities so that each park, regardless of location, will have unique offerings specific to the inherent qualities of the site and needs of adjacent communities, while attracting visitors county-wide. Results of the surveys and public engagement meetings show an indoor recreation center with weights, multi-use gym space and aquatic facilities, trails for walking, and dog parks, play grounds and water access are top desires for future facilities. Additionally, the construction of an indoor facility will greatly increase the county’s ability to provide programs such as after-school and summer camps, art classes, basketball, and swimming. This plan also recommends the construction of 36 miles of greenway trails by 2030. The comprehensive greenway master plan map contained herein shows routes for over 130 miles of greenway trails. It should be noted that while this is a long-term, comprehensive vision, this plan is only recommending implementation of 36 miles. Additionally, the plan should be updated as feasibility studies are completed for each section of trail to identify primary users, easement acquisition, specific trail routes, and trail surface cross sections. Finally, this plan recommends development of 8 blueway access points by 2030. A general location for each access point has been identified and example design standards outlined. It is the goal of this master plan to develop a blueways system to protect natural resources such as waterways and riparian buffers, provide additional water-based recreational opportunities, and enhance economic vitality by attracting investment and stimulating tourism. These recommendations have been prioritized and assigned a time frame for implementation. Initial actions include revising provision of the UDO, increasing staff levels, establishment of a parks and recreation advisory board, and implementation of a parks and recreation tax to fund future park improvements and additional programs. The action plan also gives priority to implementation of improvements on parkland currently owned by the county, 032017a HC BOC Page 96 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan v EXECUTIVE SUMMARY facilities with low barriers to entry such as trails, and existing master plans such as Anderson Creek Park, the new Government Complex, Ponderosa Park, Old Boone Trail High School Park, Neil’s Creek Park expansion, Barbecue Creek Park improvements, and the Cape Fear River Trail Park improvements. More long-term action items include acquisition of additional park land, construction of large and costly indoor facilities, and development of new district parks. This master plan would not be complete without consideration of the financial requirements of implementation. An estimate of probable cost for the recommendations has been developed with budgets of $17.5 million (1-5 years), $37.5 million (5-10 years) and $33.75 million (10-15 years). While this is an aggressive plan, it achieves the goals of the county and offers improved level of service for residents. It is clear that grants, annual operating and capital improvement budgets, and donations will not fund these improvements alone. This plan recommends implementation of a parks and recreation tax of up to 2.5% of real property assets to most efficiently and effectively fund many of the initial improvements. This equates to approximately $1.8 million annually, or $9 million in the first five years of the plans implementation. As discussed, this master plan is aggressive, but implementable with clearly defined goals, diligent work and acquisition of funds. While it is aggressive, it intends to simply bring the level of service provided by Harnett County Parks and Recreation System to an acceptable standard rather than surpassing those offerings provided by comparable agencies. Harnett County’s rapid growth coupled with current gaps in service has compounded the magnitude of need for improved recreational opportunities. This plan provides a framework for accomplishing these goals while protecting natural resources and cultural heritage, improving quality of place and enhancing economic vitality. 032017a HC BOC Page 97 Section 1 INTRODUCTION 032017a HC BOC Page 98 032017a HC BOC Page 99 HARNETT COUNTY INTRODUCTION1 8 OVERVIEW OF A PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN Harnett County is an area rich in natural, rural beauty and is an area exhibiting significant growth. Throughout the region there is an active and rising interest in programs, facilities and recreational experiences offered by the Harnett County Parks and Recreation Department. The County’s proximity to the Triad of Wake, Durham and Orange Counties and southern neighbors of Fort Bragg and Cumberland County position the community in an area of expanding growth. The desire to satisfy the recreation needs and wants of the public, protect natural resources and the rural character of the County and to plan for future growth has created a need for a comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This Master Plan will guide programmatic and facility based improvements over a 15-year planning horizon. It acts as a resource for the public to understand current facility and program offerings and to learn what is planned for the future while providing decision-makers with a living document to help guide and prioritize project implementation. The Master Plan is also a window into how the residents of Harnett County value their park and recreation system and is supported by multiple levels of community input. The Master Plan is comprised of several elements. An existing conditions evaluation to assess the current state of the Parks and Recreation system throughout Harnett County. A level of service analysis to identify deficiencies and opportunities in meeting recreational needs. A robust public input process to understand the perceived needs and wants of residents. Review of local and regional trends in recreation. A series of recommendations and actions plans to guide and prioritize recreation facility and programmatic improvements for the future. Funding strategies to guide resource accruement through various mechanisms such as grants, trust funds, bonds, partnerships or taxes. The planning process was driven by the vision of both Harnett County Leadership and residents alike. It is the goal of this document to present a clear action plan with a direct time-frame for bringing the goals to fruition. 032017a HC BOC Page 100 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 9 MASTER PLANNING PROCESS INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS A policy and management, program and facility evaluation was performed on a county wide level. The inventory and analysis portion is broad in nature and forms the foundation for understanding the conditions of existing parks, policy and programs throughout the County. The inventory and analysis portion of this master plan began with the project team conducting an inventory and analysis of existing public parks found throughout Harnett County. Physical park elements were inventoried and a qualitative assessment was applied looking at perceived quality and safety. The complete inventory can be found in Appendix I. In addition to this physical inventory, an in-depth Market Analysis was performed to understand current recreation programs offered in the County. These programs, in conjunction with a national trends analysis is presented further in the master plan and detailed in Appendix II. COMMUNITY INPUT Next, two county leadership and steering committee meetings were held in June of 2016 to garner crucial information. These meetings aimed to understand the perceived strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats facing the park system and to define what elements county leadership and various stakeholders groups value and want to see more or less of. The leadership committee was comprised of Harnett County staff members typically involved in making decisions that have financial implications and included members from the Parks and Recreation department, the Director of Planning, County Managers, GIS analyst, a representative from the Health Department and the Director of Economic Development. The steering committee are members of the general public representing specific community interests such as tourism, education, parks, and Fort Bragg and included representatives from Harnett County Schools, the House of Representatives, Dunn Tourism, GIS specialist, the Director of Coats Senior Center and a canoe outfitter. These two groups represent a diverse group of interests, professions and organizations. This guidance from key staff members and the steering committee members informed and directed the framework for moving forward. 032017a HC BOC Page 101 HARNETT COUNTY INTRODUCTION1 10 Throughout the next few months, a statistically valid survey was prepared and designed to capture a fair and equal sample size of the populace. This statistically valid survey gathers community input with a high level of accuracy and guides the recommendations and action plan suggested within this document. The survey was crafted by the project team and refined by Harnett County staff members. The survey was mailed to a statistically representative group of people and response were analyzed. These survey results are a linchpin for understanding perceived wants and needs of the broader County and are included fully in Appendix III. In August 2016 a kayak expedition consisting of the project team and committee members was held in an attempt to raise awareness and interest for the ongoing master planning process. The kayak trip took place on the Cape Fear River and was the blueway stretch from Cape Fear River Adventure to the river access on Wildlife Road in Lillington. In August, a series of three general public meetings were held to receive County wide input from the public. Respectfully, these meetings were held at Al Woodall Park in Erwin, Barbecue Creek Park in western Harnett County and the Lillington Community Center in Lillington. Harnett County supplied refreshments while the project team used a series of boards and displays aimed to educate and garner feedback from the community. These guiding public input meetings, coupled with the statistically valid survey were integral in shaping the recommendations and action plan. This living document is designed to inform and guide future decisions regarding strategic investments related to programs, facilities, trails and funding issues. 032017a HC BOC Page 102 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 11 GEOGRAPHY & LOCAL IDENTITY What follows is a summary of the elements that define the County from a geographic, environmental and demographic perspective and directly inform demand for and opportunities to enhance recreational offerings. REGIONAL LOCATION Harnett County is bordered by Wake County to the northeast, Johnston County to the east, Sampson County to the southeast, Cumberland County to the south, Moore County to the southwest, Lee County to the northwest and a Chatham County to the north-northwest. It is comprised of the City of Dunn, and Towns of Angier, Coats, Erwin and Lillington (the county seat), and a number of additional townships. Further, Fort Bragg, the largest military installation in the state, is located in the southwestern corner of the County and has a prominent economic influence within the County. Campbell University continues to offer a strong employment base and an educated and skilled labor force. There is one interstate, I-95 that traverses the eastern most portion of the County, running adjacent to Dunn. Other primary transportation routes include highway 401 (running north and south, through Lillington), highway 421 (running east and west, passing through Lillington, Erwin and Dunn), and N.C. routes 87, 27 and 24. Notably, highway 210 is experiencing more and more traffic as it moves north-south from Lillington to Fort Bragg. 032017a HC BOC Page 103 HARNETT COUNTY INTRODUCTION1 12 The agricultural heritage of Harnett County is still apparent as one experiences the rural, bucolic views and vistas of farmland and forest. The rural nature of Harnett County very much defines the character of the County and is considered one of Harnett County’s greatest assets and enhancements to quality of life. Large reserves of natural recreation areas such as Raven Rock State Park and Anderson Creek Park further define the natural character of the region. As recommendations for this master plan are developed, it will be critical to take a balanced approach to park planning in an effort to both preserve the agricultural heritage and natural assets of the County while offering passive recreational opportunities that may be based around such features. Fort Bragg is the largest military installation in the state and many military families call south Harnett their home. A park system which addresses the wants and needs of this sub-community and collaborating with Fort Bragg will be integral in shaping south Harnett’s park system. Campbell University was founded in 1887 and is a valuable asset to the County in its ability to educate and inspire the community. It will be important to use this resource to provide a connected park system which stitches Campbell and other communities along the Cape Fear River together. Harnett County is experiencing especially strong growth pressures from Wake and Johnson County. The associated need to provide more park infrastructure and housing options puts stress on the natural environment and planning for this future growth will be critical in providing a robust park system that also balances natural resource preservation. 032017a HC BOC Page 104 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 13 ENVIRONMENTAL REGION Harnett County’s geography is particularly unique and using these valuable natural resources to create a robust park system is integral in shaping the future park system. The County is located in both the Piedmont and the Sandhill geographic regions. Areas to the north and west, like Raven Rock State Park, exhibit strong geographical traits found in the Piedmont while areas to the south and west, like Anderson Creek Park, have strong geographical traits found in the Sandhill region. Following is a general overview of these regions. The Piedmont region is characterized by rolling hills and fertile soil. The geology is complex with numerous rock formations and soil types and result from mountains slowly eroding into the water. This region is often hilly and has a large percentage of clay based soils. There are many native trees to this area including oaks, maples, hickory, pine, cedar or dogwood. The Sandhill region is characterized by dry and sandy soils. The Longleaf pines are native to the gently rolling, sandy hills of this area. Streams and rivers are west of the fall zone (the boundary between the Piedmont and the Outer Banks) and are usually sluggish and smooth-flowing. This area is also home to the red-cockaded woodpecker that live within the longleaf pine ecosystem. With the Cape Fear River and tributaries, sensitive ecological environments, bucolic scenery and rural setting, natural resources play an important role in defining the character of the County and offer an abundance of recreational opportunities for a County that continues to experience exceptional growth. While Harnett County is gifted with natural beauty and leadership that strives to see Harnett County grow and prosper, it is often challenged to provide equal access to a system of passive and active recreational opportunities throughout the County. Source: northcarolinawaterfalls.com 032017a HC BOC Page 105 HARNETT COUNTY INTRODUCTION1 14 GROWTH & DEMOGRAPHICS The following Demographic Analysis provides an understanding of the various peoples within Harnett County, North Carolina. This analysis is reflective of the total population, and its key characteristics such as population density, age distribution, households, gender, ethnicity, and household income. Demographic data used for the analysis was obtained from U.S. Census Bureau and from Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI). See Appendix II for a complete demographic analysis. POPULATION In 2010-2014 Harnett County was the third fastest growing county in the state of North Carolina. From 2010 to 2015, the County’s total population increased 13.5%, from 114,678 to 130,173. Projecting ahead, the total population of Harnett County is expected to continue to steadily increase over the next 15 years. Based on predictions through 2030, the local population is anticipated to have approximately 180,193 residents living within 65,030 households. Source: PRO’s Consulting Figure 1: Population Growth Projections 032017a HC BOC Page 106 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 15 Figure 2: Population by Race RACE & ETHNICITY The 2015 estimate shows that 66.24% of the population falls into the White Alone category. Predictions for 2030 expect the White Alone population to decrease to 61.81%. The Hispanic/Latino population represented 10.78% of the 2010 population, and is expected to reach 16.83% by 2030. The Black Alone population is the largest minority group and is projected to represent 22% of the population by 2030. AGE SEGMENTATION The County’s largest age segment is the less than (<) 18 group. Currently, the <18 group represents 27% of the population, which is 0.4% larger than the second most populous age segment (35-54). The smallest is the 55+ age segment which constitutes 22.4% of the current population but is expected to grow to 25.6% over the next 15 years and will be the only age segment projected to see a noticeable increase. Source: PRO’s Consulting 032017a HC BOC Page 107 HARNETT COUNTY INTRODUCTION1 16 LEVEL OF EDUCATION The figure below depicts the education level of adults 25 years and older within Harnett County, North Carolina. Approximately, 85% of residents have at least a high school diploma, and approximately 29% have an Associates degree or higher. Source: PRO’s Consulting Source: PRO’s Consulting Figure 3: Population by Age Segment Figure 4: Education Levels 032017a HC BOC Page 108 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 17 COMPARATIVE INCOME & UNEMPLOYMENT The County’s per capita income ($19,954) and median household income ($43,021) is below both state national averages. Future predictions expect that both per capita income and median household Income for the area will increase to $27,670 and $64,729, respectively, by 2030. As seen in Figure ‘6’, 8% of residents within Harnett County were unemployed in 2015. This is higher than the current national unemployment rate (5.4%) and the state of North Carolina (5.5%) as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics in April 2015. Source: PRO’s Consulting Figure 5: Employment Rate 032017a HC BOC Page 109 HARNETT COUNTY INTRODUCTION1 18 NATURAL RESOURCES & THE ENVIRONMENT HYDROLOGY Harnett County is blessed with plentiful lakes, streams and rivers and is located in the Cape Fear River Basin. The Cape Fear River, the name sake of the river basin, flows directly through Harnett County and is a vital link that connects the County to the mountains and sea. There is ample opportunity for outdoor recreation activities and programs centered around the use and conservation of water. It is imperative to recognize, and not take for granted, the availability of fresh water that flows throughout the County and its potential to link place and people. WILDLIFE There are several native fauna species found throughout Harnett County. The Cape Fear River Shiner is particularly unique to the Cape Fear river basin whereas striped bass, drum, gar of redbreast sunfish and turtles are plentiful throughout the County. Quail, duck, dove and deer are also found throughout the state and are popular hunting game. Fishing and sporting activities are a direct way to conserve the natural environment while offering joint spaces for passive recreation opportunities. CLIMATE Harnett County has a temperate climate with an average July high of 90 degrees and an average January low of 30 degrees. Harnett County receives on average approximately 48 inches of rain per year and has an average of 217 sunny days per year. These environmental and climactic factors make Harnett County an ideal location for various types of outdoor recreation. Moderate seasons, ample rainfall, availability of fresh water and plentiful wildlife help provide the background for outdoor leisure activities. Throughout this Master Plan, the goals and actions presented will preserve, enhance and enable a variety of outdoor recreation programs and facilities that serve residents and visitors of Harnett County. 032017a HC BOC Page 110 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 19032017a HC BOC Page 111 032017a HC BOC Page 112 Section 2 VISION + APPROACH 032017a HC BOC Page 113 HARNETT COUNTY VISION + APPROACH2 22 THE VISION The objective of this Master Plan is to guide development of a broad and comprehensive system of parks, facilities, greenways/blueways and recreational opportunities for all citizens and visitors regardless of age, ability or ethnicity in an economically feasible manner. The Master Plan aims to serve the community by creating quality recreation experiences which celebrate local heritage and the natural environment. Vibrant park facilities and programs add to quality of life, increase tourism and economic development and encourage a healthy and cohesive community. It will encourage protection of the natural resources of Harnett County to build a healthy system which attracts visitors and outside investment. APPROACH This Master Plan will use a Level of Service (LOS) based approach to evaluate the existing recreation system, find deficiencies and identify opportunities to strengthen the park system. Level of Service (LOS) is defined by the National Recreation and Parks Association as “the minimum recreation and park infrastructure capacity (facilities, programs or available land) necessary to satisfy the needs of a community”. In other words, LOS is “an allocation mechanism for the delivery of park land and basic recreation facilities throughout a community. By adoption of such a standard, a community in essence says that all of it citizens will have an equal opportunity to share in the basic menu of services implicit in the standard and accompanying spatial distribution and allocation of spaces.” PARK TYPE PARK SIZE SERVICE AREA LOS Standard Ac/1000 People Neighborhood Park 3-10 Ac..5 Mi.2 Ac. Community Park 30-50 Ac.3 Mi.5 Ac. District Park 50-200 Ac.5 Mi.12.5 Ac. Regional Park Varies 50 Mi.NA 032017a HC BOC Page 114 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 23 EVALUATION METHODS INCLUDE: 1. National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Standards 2. North Carolina Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) 3. Comparative benchmarking between similar counties in North Carolina 4. Qualitative assessment of current park facilities 5. Public input process including an experiential assessment of perceived wants and needs of Harnett County It is the intent of this Comprehensive Park and Recreation, Blueway, and Greenway Master Plan to use different evaluation methods to form a comprehensive inventory and analysis to best guide future park and recreation decisions. This plan aligns with previously approved Harnett County planning documents, such as the recently completed comprehensive land use plan, and aims to help guide plans such as the pedestrian plan and bicycle plans in hopes to create a unified vision for the future. This inventory, alongside County leadership, community meetings and a statistically valid survey will guide short and long term recommendations to serve the community over the next 15 years. PROCESS: The below model represents this Parks and Recreation master planning process. 032017a HC BOC Page 115 HARNETT COUNTY VISION + APPROACH2 24 GOALS A series of goals were drafted, discussed and approved by the leadership and steering committee during the initial input meetings. These goals form a framework for developing the Master Plan recommendations and paint the picture of where the Harnett County Parks and Recreation Department will invest and strategically move towards over the next 15 years. PARK AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN GOALS: 1. Develop the Cape Fear River as a blueway/river-walk to stimulate economic vitality. 2. Connect communities, parks, attractions, destinations and civil facilities through a greenway trail system. 3. Enhance recreation opportunities in underserved areas of Harnett County. 4. Accommodate a balance of passive and active recreational opportunities that enhance quality of place and target users of all ages and ability levels. 5. Grow the types and frequency of recreational programs offered to Harnett County citizens. 6. Manage existing facilities efficiently and propose new facilities with few barriers to entry (financial, environmental, social). 032017a HC BOC Page 116 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 25 FOCUS AREA In addition to the above goals, three focus areas were developed to target specific recommendations and improvements system-wide. The three focus areas, programs, facilities and trails are described below: PROGRAMS Public programs are seen as low barriers to entry and do not have a large impact of the budget. Often, these programs generate revenue to support the costs to offer them and in many cases bring in additional funds. Programming brings people into the community to use and appreciate Harnett County parks. Program examples include arts and crafts, aquatics, youth and adult athletics, educational, fitness and well-being, performing arts, special events or sport and athletics events. FACILITIES While facilities often require a greater initial capital investment, they can offer recreational opportunities that appeal to a broad audience. Facilities with the fewest barriers to entry offer the most recreational value to the greatest number of people with the least amount of capital investment. Greenway trails are one such facility that are typically characterized as having a low barrier to entry and serve the broadest audience for the least investment. Example facilities include community centers, athletic centers, ball fields, community parks, trails, aquatic centers, nature centers or destination playgrounds. Facilities can be very expensive to build, staff and maintain and often finding a balance between the wants of the community and realistic budget expectations can be a challenging task. It is important to have a sensible mixture of facilities which can meet the recreation needs of community members and visitors. 032017a HC BOC Page 117 HARNETT COUNTY VISION + APPROACH2 26 TRAILS GREENWAYS Greenways are corridors of protected open space that often follow natural land or water features and link nature preserves, parks, schools or communities together. Greenways are paths used for walking, jogging, bicycling, equestrianism or any other non-motorized mechanism that moves you. Greenways have very low barriers to entry and provide direct physical and mental stimulation through physical exertion and engaging nature. Greenways promote healthy living, provide environmental benefits, and preserve natural resources and history of place. Blueways Blueways are linear water-based corridors that follow streams and rivers, providing recreational opportunities such as kayaking and canoing, fishing and tubing while preserving sensitive aquatic and riparian environs. Typically, blueways are marked with trail heads every four to six (4-6) miles that allow for parking, pits stops and river access. Blueways have the potential to contribute to economic growth by attracting new investment and encouraging tourism. This master plan presents recommendations for blueway design standards and access points along the Cape Fear and Upper Little rivers in an effort to provide water-based recreational opportunities, preserve natural resources and stimulate economic growth. 032017a HC BOC Page 118 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 27 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK. 032017a HC BOC Page 119 Section 3 INVENTORY + ANALYSIS 032017a HC BOC Page 120 Section 3 INVENTORY + ANALYSIS 032017a HC BOC Page 121 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 30 EXISTING POLICY AND MANAGEMENT Harnett County Parks and Recreation currently manages +/- 1043 acres of County owned park land and coordinates the management of 55 acres of school facilities. The department offers year-round diversified recreation services (both free and fee-based) with goals and values centered around play, nature, exercise, gathering places and making memories. The department employs 9 staff member, 7 of which are full time employees focused on maintenance, and of those 7, 5 work at least some of the time with the park system. The County also administers some basic recreation programs, but is limited in its’ service ability because no facilities exist to support such programs. Currently, the County provides programs at Anderson Creek Senior Center and administers special events such as the Mid-Carolina Senior Games and NC Senior Games. Few after school, summer camp, and other indoor recreation programs are offered without facilities to host such programs. Current plans to renovate Old Boone Trail High School for use as a community center will accommodate future after school and art class programs. Similarly, the County itself offers few athletic programs in the western part of the County because operational facilities are lacking in the more rural, unincorporated areas of the County. For this reason, the department has chosen to subcontract Western Harnett Youth Recreation Inc. (WHYR) to administer league sports programs such as youth basketball, soccer, football, baseball, softball and cheerleading. A more detailed analysis of program offerings and management is provided below. The County supports both WHYR and local towns park and recreation departments by providing a lump sum (approximately $30.00 per child enrolled in WHYR programs) for use at their discussion. The County would like to be in a financial position to give a dollar amount per participant in WHYR and local recreation programs. The department is primarily funded by an annual operating budget, capital improvement funds, and a recreation and park development fee. The development fee is required per section 13.1 of the County’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and the amount is the product of the total number of dwelling units and/or building lots located in a proposed development or subdivision multiplied by the recreation fee as established by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners (currently $500 / unit or lot). The funds received can only be used for acquisition of land used for recreation purposes. Finally, Harnett County’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) has a number of provisions that promote the preservation of open space and 032017a HC BOC Page 122 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 31 EXISTING FACILITIES PHYSICAL INVENTORY An inventory and qualitative analysis of existing parks throughout Harnett County was performed by the project team to create a framework for understanding the current services offered within the County. This inventory has two distinct pieces; what recreation infrastructure is present at the various parks, and a qualitative analysis to assess the character of the park. The inventory portion is a numerical quantity of elements and can serve the public in understanding what the various parks have to offer. The qualitative analysis evaluated the condition of facilities and elements within the various parks to understand what the perceived character of the park is. To gauge the overall experience of the park the project team asked several qualitative questions. Physical Condition of Facilities: • Do site elements seem to be in good repair and maintained regularly? • What is the perceived quality of park facilities? Physical Condition of Park: • Does the site appear to be ADA accessible and meet local/national code regulations? • Is the park clean, well-kept and have available shade, seating and trash/recycling options? • How is stormwater handled and is their proper drainage? development of recreational opportunities. According to section 3.2 of the UDO, 15% of a multifamily subdivision tract must be set aside for recreational open space with 5% of that open space developed for improved recreational open space. While this is land is not necessarily accessible by the general public, it offers additional close-to-home recreational opportunities for residents. Section 8 of the UDO further outlines additional provisions and design guidelines for open space areas in an effort to preserve vegetation, provide views and relief from an urban landscape, to encourage protection of air and water quality, to enhance flood control and provide protection for historically or archaeologically significant areas. 032017a HC BOC Page 123 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 32 Visual Character: • What is the initial perception of the park’s feeling of safety and quality? • Is the park busy and seem to have a sense of community buy-in? • Is the park attractively landscaped and have adequate signage and way-finding devices? • Is there municipal or County branding on the signage? Physical park elements were rated as exhibiting signs of wear-and-tear, poor, average or good quality. This analysis intends to apply a non-judgmental assessment of park elements to understand the general condition and character of the existing park system and recreation opportunities. The inventory and analysis will serve this Comprehensive Master Plan not in recommending specific park facilities improvements, but rather as a compass for understanding the current state of Harnett County’s physical park and recreation system. The complete inventory and analysis of public parks can be found in Appendix II. EXISTING PROGRAMS KEY FINDINGS The following describes the key findings from the program analysis of Harnett County Parks and Recreation and will inform recommendations that follow. Currently the Department employs only one program staff person. It is difficult for one person to be responsible for programing in the County, especially with the lack of indoor program space available to provide programs. The programs provided primarily support what the city departments need in hosting their events. The County needs to develop a program plan for the future and additional staff to help develop core and specialty programs and services will need to be considered. Currently, the Department typically provides programs that are free to the user. A program plan and pricing plan need to be developed that classifies programs as core essential, important, and value added. Then, a pricing plan can be developed that can focus on the public and private benefit associated with the programs provided, as well as a establishing a cost recovery goal for each core program service area. 032017a HC BOC Page 124 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 33 The County is growing at a rapid rate at approximately 13.5% rate and looks to increase to 180,193 people in the next 15 years. There will be a balance between 18 and under population, 18-34 age population, 35-54 age population, and 55+ age population, which sets up unique program opportunities to provide recreational opportunities for all age groups. The Department does not have a partnership policy in place that provides an understanding of existing public/public, public/private, and public/ not-for-profit partnerships. A formal partnership policy can help guide the Department in the future as they grow programs for the community. Ideally, most County systems across the United States have their own core programs that promote the value of County parks and facilities and try to avoid duplicating offerings that cities within the service area provide. When planning future programs, the County should develop core programs that do not duplicate services provided by the cities and find effective ways to complement their programs. From a marketing standpoint, the Department does not print a program guide and information is provided primarily through their web site, limiting residents they serve to those with regular web access. Ideally, the Department should develop a program guide listing all the programs and services available, as well as location, fee and benefits of its offerings, to be distributed by a variety of media. Budgeting for programs needs to be a priority for the Department in the future. Programs activate park spaces and bring in a consistent flow of users to the County’s parks and trails. Working with cities and not-for-profit organizations can make a big difference in how programs can be delivered in the future. 032017a HC BOC Page 125 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 34 DEMOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS From 2010 to 2014, Harnett County was the third-fastest growing County in North Carolina. With a growing population, recreation programs, facilities and services must grow commensurately. It is important to note that facilities and services must first meet an adequate level of service for the population and continue to grow as demands increase. Thus, the parks and recreation system will need to strategically invest, develop and maintain parks and facilities in alignment with the recommendations contained herein. Age segments have different likings towards activities. For example, older adults may enjoy passive recreation activities more so than active. However, with the millennial generation surpassing the baby boomer population in size, multi-generational facilities and services will be crucial to help support different age segments throughout Harnett County in the years to come. The County’s aging trend is significant because programs and facilities focused on active adults (55+) will assume an important role as this is the population with the most notable increase in size. A more diverse population will require continued foresight and planning on Harnett County’s behalf. Traditional programming and service offerings may not be appropriate for a population comprised of a large minority population. For example, the Hispanic/Latino population may use passive recreation differently than other user groups and for different durations. Picnic shelters for large (typically multi-generational) families may be more important to the Hispanic/Latino population whereas it may not be as high significance to the White Alone population. With a median and per capita household income lower than state and national averages, it would be important for the County to provide offerings that focus on the value of money with still offering a high quality product. It would also benefit the system to look into different funding and revenue strategies to help the Department cover costs. These demographic factors put pressure on the natural environment, on the County’s resources and the existing park system. By investing in this Master Planning document, Harnett County is strategically investing and planning for the future to accommodate this steadily increasing population. County leaders and community members recognize this need to plan in order to preserve open space, promote the natural beauty of the County and to provide facilities, programs and experiences only found in parks and the outdoors. 032017a HC BOC Page 126 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 35 TRENDS ANALYSIS Information released by Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s (SFIA) 2016 Study of Sports, Fitness, and Leisure Activities Topline Participation Report reveals that the most popular sport and recreational activities include fitness walking, treadmill, running/jogging, free weights and road bicycling. Most of these activities appeal to both young and old alike, can be done in most environments, are enjoyed regardless of level of skill, and have minimal economic barriers to entry. These popular activities also have appeal because of their social application. For example, although fitness activities are mainly self-directed, people enjoy walking and biking with other individuals because it can offer a degree of camaraderie. Fitness walking has remained the most popular activity of the past decade by a large margin, in terms of total participants. Fitness walking participation last year was reported to be nearly 110 million Americans. Although fitness walking has the highest level of participation, it did report a 2.4% decrease in 2015 from the previous year. This recent decline in fitness walking participation paired with upward trends in a wide variety of other activities, especially in fitness and sports, suggests that active individuals are finding new ways to exercise and diversifying their recreational interests. In addition, the popularity of many outdoor adventure and water-based activities has experienced positive growth based on the most recent findings; however, many of these activities’ rapid increase in participation is likely a product of their relatively low user base, which may indicate that these sharp upward trends may not be sustained long into the future. From a traditional team sport standpoint, basketball ranks highest among all sports, with approximately 23.4 million people reportedly participating in 2015. In general, nearly every sport with available data experienced an increase in participation, which is a reversal from the five-year trend of declining participation in sports. Sports that have experienced significant growth in participation are squash, boxing, lacrosse, rugby, roller hockey, and field hockey – all of which have experienced growth in excess of 30% over the last five years. More recently, roller hockey, racquetball, indoor soccer, boxing, and flag football were the activities with the most rapid growth during the last year. 032017a HC BOC Page 127 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 36 NATIONAL AND LOCAL PROGRAM TRENDS Outdoor Adventure Programs Outdoor adventure programs for people of all ages include mountain biking, paddle boarding, BMX, kayaking, equestrian riding, canoing, hiking, hunting, fishing, shooting sports, camping, zip-lining, and adventure races. The market appears to be primed to support these types of activities. With Fort Bragg located in the County, there is a great opportunity to coordinate with the Base on outdoor adventure programs that engage young adults. Outdoor Education Due to the rural environment of the County, there is an opportunity to provide services in outdoor education and environmental conservation. This would include educational and experiential activities in natural settings for all age segments, such as school field trips, nature education classes, identification programs, nature walks, and volunteer initiatives tied to conservation. Special Events Special events to bring the communities together focusing on the history of the County, food, entertainment, music and arts, and competitions would likely be very popular among residents in the County Athletics The local market expresses a need for youth and adult sports leagues and tournaments for baseball, softball, basketball, football, soccer, and volleyball, as well as trending / niche sports like lacrosse and rugby. It would require an indoor and/or outdoor sports complex to make these programs a reality. Currently the County is below the Market Potential Index in every major sports category, which demonstrates a lack of facilities to provide athletic programs. The County has the opportunity to lead in these areas and it could be a strong economic tool for the County. Adaptive Programs This would include social, recreational, developmental, and enrichment programs that aim to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities and special needs, as well as enhancing accessibility throughout the County. Volunteer Programs Volunteer development as a core program service to support park maintenance, conservation initiatives, and program services should be considered. 032017a HC BOC Page 128 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 37 According to the Physical Activity Council, an “inactive” is defined as an individual that doesn’t take part in any physical activity. Over the last five years, the number of inactive individuals has increased 7.4% from 76 million in 2010 to 81.6 million in 2015. However, looking at just the past year, from 2014 to 2015, the US saw a slight decrease of 0.6% from 82.7 to 81.6 million individuals. Although this recent shift is very promising, inactivity remains a dominant force in society, evidenced by the fact that 27.7% of the population falls into this category. The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) Sports, Fitness & Recreational Activities Topline Participation Report 2016 was utilized to evaluate national sport and fitness participatory trends. The study is based survey findings by the Physical Activity Council from a total of 32,658 online interviews carried out in 2015. The purpose of the report is to establish levels of activity and identify key participatory trends in recreation across the US. NATIONAL TRENDS IN GENERAL SPORTS The most heavily participated in sports for 2015 were golf (24.1 million) and basketball (23.4 million), which have participation figures well in excess of the other activities in the general sports category. The popularity of golf and basketball can be attributed to the ability to compete with relatively small number of participants. Golf also benefits from its wide age segment appeal, and is considered a life- long sport. Basketball’s success can be attributed to the limited amount of equipment needed to participate and the limited space requirements necessary, which make basketball the only traditional sport that can be played at the majority of American dwellings as a drive-way pickup game. Since 2010, squash and other niche sports, like boxing, lacrosse and rugby, have seen strong growth. Squash has emerged as the overall fastest growing sport, as it has seen participation levels rise by 66% over the last five years. Based on the five-year trend, boxing (59%), rugby (44%), lacrosse (47%), roller hockey (39%), and field hockey (32%) have also experienced significant growth. In the most recent year, the fastest growing sports were roller hockey (10%), racquetball (8%), squash (7%), indoor soccer (6%), and boxing (6%). During the last five years, the sports that are most rapidly declining include touch football (-25%), wrestling (-22%), slow pitch softball (-16%), and racquetball (24.9% decrease). 032017a HC BOC Page 129 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 38 Overall, activities in the general sports categories show very promising growth in the most recent year. Only three activities experienced a dip in participation, but none of these declined by more than 3%. In general, the strong recent growth in sports is a reversal of the five-year trends, as nearly every activity declining in the long run has tipped the scale to show positive growth in the past year. NATIONAL TRENDS IN AQUATIC ACTIVITY Swimming is unquestionably a lifetime sport, and all aquatic activities have experienced participation growth among the American population. In 2015, fitness swimming is the absolute leader in overall participation (26 million) for aquatic activities, due in large part to its broad, multi-generational appeal. In the most recent year, competition swimming reported the strongest growth (7%) among aquatic activities, followed by fitness swimming (4%) and aquatic exercise (1%). It should be noted, in 2011, recreational swimming was broken into competition and fitness categories in order to better identify key trends. Aquatic Exercise also has a strong participation base, and has experienced steady growth since 2010. Aquatic exercise has paved the way as a less stressful form of physical activity, while allowing similar benefits as land based exercises, including aerobic fitness, resistance training, flexibility, and better balance. Doctors are now recommending aquatic exercise for injury rehabilitation, mature patients, and patients with bone or joint problems, due to the significant reduction of stress placed on weight-bearing joints, bones, muscles, and also the effect of the water in reducing swelling from injuries. 032017a HC BOC Page 130 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 39 NATIONAL TRENDS IN GENERAL FITNESS Overall, national participatory trends in fitness have experienced strong growth in recent years. Many of these activities have become popular due to an increased interest among people to improve their health by engaging in an active lifestyle. These activities also have very few barriers to entry, which provides a variety of options that are relatively inexpensive to participate in and can be performed by nearly anyone with no time restrictions. The most popular fitness activity by far is fitness walking, which had nearly 110 million participants in 2015, which represents a 2.4% decrease from the previous year. Other leading fitness activities based on total number of participants include treadmill (50 million), running/jogging (48 million), hand weights (43 million), stretching (36 million), and stationary cycling (36 million). Over the last five years, the activities growing most rapidly are non-traditional / off-road triathlons (119%), trail running (63%), traditional road triathlons (57%), high impact aerobics (41%), and yoga (20%). In the last year, activities with the largest gains in participation included non-traditional / off-road triathlons (24%), traditional / road triathlons (13%), barre (12%), and trail running (8%). It should be noted that many of the activities growing most rapidly have a relatively low user base, which allows for more drastic shifts in terms of percentage. The recent decline in the extremely popular activities of fitness walking and running / jogging paired with widespread growth in activities with lower participation levels, may suggest that those engaging in fitness activities are actively looking for new forms of exercise. 032017a HC BOC Page 131 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 40 NATIONAL TRENDS IN OUTDOOR RECREATION Results from the Participation Report demonstrate a dichotomy of growth and attrition among outdoor / adventure recreation activities. Much like the general fitness activities, these activities encourage an active lifestyle, can be performed individually or with a group, and are not limited by time restraints. In 2015, the most popular activities, in terms of total participants, from the outdoor / adventure recreation category include road bicycling (38 million), freshwater fishing (38 million), day hiking (37 million), and Camping within ¼ mile of vehicle/home (28 million). From 2010-2015, outdoor / adventure recreation activities that have undergone the largest increases were adventure racing (136%), archery (33%), BMX bicycling (29%), traditional climbing (28%), and backpacking overnight (26%). Over the same time frame, activities declining most rapidly were in- line roller skating (-26%), camping within ¼ mile of home/vehicle (-15%), and recreational vehicle camping (-12%). More recently, activities growing most rapidly in the last year were adventure racing (21%), BMX bicycling (15%), traditional climbing (5%), and fly fishing (4%). NATIONAL TRENDS IN HUNTING/FISHING ACTIVITIES Overall, activities related to hunting and fishing have seen strong participation growth in recent years. In 2015, the most popular of these activities in terms of total participants were freshwater fishing (38 million), target shooting with a handgun (16 million), and target shooting with a rifle (14 million). Examining growth trends over the last five years, activities with the highest rate of growth were hunting with a handgun (36%), archery (up 33%), target shooting with a handgun (26%), and trap / skeet shooting (25%). Since 2010, only two activities underwent a decrease in participation, freshwater fishing (-6%) and saltwater fishing (-1%). Activities experiencing the most rapid growth over the most recent year include sport clay shooting (15%), trap / skeet shooting (25%), and hunting with a handgun (10%). 032017a HC BOC Page 132 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 41 NATIONAL TRENDS IN WATER SPORTS/ACTIVITIES The most popular water sports / activities based on total participants in 2015 were canoing (10 million), recreational kayaking (9 million), and snorkeling (9 million). Water-based activities are demonstrating strong growth, especially over the most recent year, as only three activities underwent a minimal decline in participation from 2014-2015. Similar to participation trends from other recreational categories, water sports / activities in the most recent year reflect a positive shift from the five-year trends. Over the last five years, stand-up paddling (up 188%) was by far the fastest growing water activity, followed by sea / touring kayaking (57%), white water kayaking (57%), recreational kayaking (50%), and boardsailing / windsurfing (29%). From 2010-2015, activities declining most rapidly were jet skiing (-19%), water skiing (-19%), and rafting (-12%). In the most recent year, activities experiencing the greatest increase in participation included boardsailing / windsurfing (13%), stand-up paddling (10%), and recreational kayaking (7%). LOCAL SPORT AND MARKET POTENTIAL The following figures show sport and leisure market potential data. A Market Potential Index (MPI) measures the probable demand for a product or service in Harnett County, North Carolina. The MPI shows the likelihood that an adult resident of the target area will participate in certain activities when compared to the US National average. The National average is 100, therefore numbers below 100 would represent a lower than average participation rate, and numbers above 100 would represent higher than average participation rate. ESRI’s MPI for a product or service for an area is calculated by the ratio of the local consumption rate for a product or service for the area to the US consumption rate for the product or service, multiplied by 100. MPIs are derived from the information integration from four consumer surveys. The County is compared to the national average in four (4) categories – general sports, fitness, outdoor activity, and money spent on miscellaneous recreation. Overall, residents of Harnett County demonstrate participation trends that have below average potential index numbers in all categories. 032017a HC BOC Page 133 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 42 Harnett County does exhibit high interest in outdoor activities that includes hunting with a rifle, hunting with shotgun, salt water fishing, fresh water fishing or horseback riding. The County also spends more money than the U.S. average on overnight camping trips, attending NASCAR races, on sports equipment ($1-99), visiting indoor water parks, and attending high school sporting events. It is recommended that County examines the MPIs in Appendix II to gain a sense of local consumption behavior based upon market research. The MPIs should be one component of an overall demand analysis including participation rates, market competition, community survey, and other community input information. The MPIs that equal or are above 100, are identified as being popular consumption activities; however, programming should not solely center on high MPI activities because service providers often need to provide niche activities.   032017a HC BOC Page 134 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 43 LEVEL OF SERVICE ANALYSIS (LOS) FACILITY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM - NRPA STANDARDS A park classification system is the framework for establishing various park types, sizes and guides the development and creation of open space and facility design. Presented within this section is the classification of park typologies, as defined by the NRPA, which share similar sizes, types of facilities and service radii. Using a park’s acreage, each park is classified as either a neighborhood park, community park, district park or regional park. This metric, based on NRPA standards, is associated with a service area and can be overlaid on a map of Harnett County to show deficiencies in coverage (shown later in this section). This level of service standard also indicates the minimum number of acres per 1,000 people required by NRPA standards to provide adequate park acreage (ie for every 1,000 people, 2 acres of neighborhood park are required). Park types include: 1. Neighborhood Park 2. Community Park 3. District Park 4. Regional Park 5. Greenway Trail 6. Blueway Trail PARK TYPE PARK SIZE SERVICE AREA LOS Standard Ac/1000 People Neighborhood Park 3-10 Ac..5 Mi.2 Ac. Community Park 30-50 Ac.3 Mi.5 Ac. District Park 50-200 Ac.5 Mi.12.5 Ac. Regional Park Varies 50 Mi.NA 032017a HC BOC Page 135 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 44 NEIGHBORHOOD PARK A neighborhood park is between 3-10 acres in size and has a .5-mile service radius. These parks are often the most used on a day-to-day basis as they offer a variety of recreational and community opportunities close to neighborhoods in which people work and play. These parks are integrated into the pattern of the community, often have little to no parking , to promote walkable communities and provide important nodes within the larger open space pattern. Typical Neighborhood Park 032017a HC BOC Page 136 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 45 Typical Community Park COMMUNITY PARK A community park is generally between 30 and 50 acres in size, has a 3-mile service radius and serves the local community. This park types offer a larger variety of outdoor recreational opportunities such multiple athletic fields or a combination of multiple uses. They are often located near middle or high schools with the ability to partner with the school and serves an immediate, day-to-day need while still serving the larger community. It is important to link these community parks within the pattern of green space as they offer a broader variety of park facilities. 032017a HC BOC Page 137 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 46 DISTRICT PARK The district park is approximately between 50 and 200 acres in size and has a service radii of approximately 5 miles. District parks offer a more unique service than neighborhood and community parks and serves a broader group of people. They provide many passive recreation opportunities and some active recreational facilities. Areas which exhibit unique environmental, social or historic features are prime sites for a district park. Some typical park facilities might include nature preserves, athletic fields, large community centers or a system of greenways trails. REGIONAL PARK Regional parks, not shown on the Service Area Map, are typically larger than 100 acres in size and serve a very broad range of people. These parks offer large scale recreational opportunities and generally tend to offer mostly passive recreation such as boating, camping, nature education or exploration. Regional parks can be managed as nature preserves and can protect high- quality natural areas from development. These large tracts of land can offer unique recreational opportunities suited to larger areas such as disk golf, mountain biking or equestrian riding while still offering more traditional recreational opportunities like playgrounds, play lawns, athletic complexes or firing ranges. Anderson Creek Park is currently Harnett County’s only regional park. As illustrated in the Service Area Map on the following page, the clear majority of park and recreation facilities are in the central and northeast portions of the County. This collection of parks leaves western and southern Harnett County devoid of district or regional parks. 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The chart illustrates deficiencies within the Harnett County park system and should act as a guiding rule of thumb in providing minimum park acreage. Using this standard, the County needs an additional 392 acres today to meet the minimum 12.5 park acres/1,000 residents equally approximately 1,692 park acres. In addition, the County needs an additional 1,209 park acres by 2030, assuming a population projection of 180,193 residents and a required minimum 2,252 park acres. While this acreage level of service standards illustrates deficiencies in the park system, it helps guide the County in understanding the commitment to acquiring physical park land. This analysis also does not consider amenities provided by outside groups like Campbell University, local schools or private entities. For this reason, this Park and Recreation Master Plan uses additional techniques to determine which facilities and programmatic expansions are necessary to meet the wants and needs of the residents of Harnett County. 032017a HC BOC Page 140 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 49 STATEWIDE COMPREHENSIVE OUTDOOR RECREATION PLAN (SCORP) SCORP is a statewide comprehensive plan which “provide[s] a coordinated framework addressing the problems, needs and opportunities related to the need for improved outdoor recreation.” Preparation of Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan is critical for receiving funds from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Act of 1965. LWCF have provided $4.2 million for projects in North Carolina during the past five years, an average of $850,000 annually. The principal contents of SCORP include a detailed analysis of the supply and demand of outdoor recreation resources in North Carolina. It presents roles and responsibilities of State, Federal, local and private agencies and programs. It highlights trails and presents goals, issues, objectives and initiative related to outdoor parks and recreation. 032017a HC BOC Page 141 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 50 SCORP ranks North Carolina counties by current supply of recreation resources and provides a benchmark for how Harnett County’s recreational resources rank among the other 99 counties in North Carolina. In looking at the most current SCORP ratings it is evident Harnett County is deficient in certain areas. In a comparative analysis between counties of North Carolina, Harnett County scores almost directly in the middle in providing athletic fields and trail miles per resident. This snapshot only tells half a story, Harnett currently only maintains 5 linear miles of public trails, the Dunn- Erwin Rail to Trail which doesn’t serve the entire County. Figures presented likely include trail miles within Raven Rock State Park, scewing actual mileage provided in Harnett County’s favor. Harnett’s rankings are a little more unfavorable in providing athletic courts, picnic shelters or playground per resident and scores in the lower percentile. In being ranked 18 out of 90 for local park acres, Harnett provides good regional opportunities in maintaining regional and district parks like Anderson Creek Park and Barbecue Creek Park. This analysis also reveals Harnett is providing a higher level of service on a regional level, but isn’t providing a high level of neighborhood and community park experiences and thus, is not addressing the day to day recreation needs of the community. 032017a HC BOC Page 142 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 51 BENCHMARK AGAINST COMPARABLE AGENCIES Operating metrics are benchmarked against comparable park and recreation systems across the State of North Carolina. This analysis aims to provide a direct comparison of peer agencies through a methodology of statistics and ratios to deliver objective information that is relevant and accurate, as best as possible. This benchmark analysis incorporates County systems found throughout North Carolina, which include the following agencies. COUNTY ACREAGE PER RESIDENT In terms of total acreage per 1,000 residents, Harnett County is one of the top leaders among benchmark counties with 9.72 acres per 1,000 residents. This ranking is primarily due to larger regional parks such as Anderson Creek Park. 032017a HC BOC Page 143 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 52 OPERATIONAL EXPENDITURES This portion covers the annual operational expenditures for each county. Based on expenditure figures, Harnett County operates on a much lower budget than the benchmark agencies. The largest operational budgets belong to Orange and Henderson County, which exceed the benchmark agencies by a large margin. Harnett County ranks also at the bottom for operating expense per capita, with $3.50 spent on operations per resident annually. OPERATIONAL COST PER ACRE Compared to peer agencies, Harnett County has an extremely low operating expense per acre. While keeping the cost per acre down efficiency measure, the significant deviation from the benchmark median ($3,482) might suggest the need to increase expenditures to effectively maintain and manage Harnett County’s green spaces and facilities. 032017a HC BOC Page 144 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 53 TRAIL MILES PER RESIDENT Harnett County ranks near the bottom among peer counties for total trail miles and trail miles per 1,000 residents. This is an area where the Department could approve upon, as best practice agencies typically offer between 0.25-0.5 miles of trail per 1,000 residents. STAFFING LEVELS AND FULL-TIME EQUIVALENTS (FTES) PER 10,000 RESIDENTS This section compares levels of staffing for each system by comparing staff members and full-time equivalents (FTEs) to the total population. Total FTEs per 10,000 residents is a key performance indicator that measures each agency’s ability to meet the demand of its service area. When comparing staffing levels to the overall population of each service area, Harnett County’s ratio ranks last among benchmark counties, with 0.42 FTEs per 10,000 residents. This level of staffing would indicate that the Department’s human resources may be severely strained and limited in relation to the population it serves. (FTEs are calculated by assuming full-time employees work 2,080 hours and part-time employees work 1,000 hours.) 032017a HC BOC Page 145 HARNETT COUNTY INVENTORY + ANALYSIS3 54 FULL-TIME EQUIVALENTS (FTES) PER 10,000 RESIDENTS This section assesses levels of staffing as a performance measure for each system by comparing full-time equivalents (FTE’s) to total population to help quantify how well current staffing meets the demand for each service area. When comparing staffing levels to the overall population of each county, Harnett County is at the bottom of the study, with 0.42 FTE’s per 10,000 residents. It appears the current level of staffing does not provide adequate coverage for the County’s population. 032017a HC BOC Page 146 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 55 2016 NRPA FIELD REPORT COMPARISON This comparison is based on data collected for the NRPA PRORAGIS database of parks and recreation agencies across the country. Harnett County’s metrics are pitted against the median figures for all agencies in the database, as well as against county agencies. The table below then describes how far above or below Harnett County is from the median, which is denoted by the variance column for each point of comparison. Figures shaded in green represent performance more than the median, while those in red signal results that fall below the median. 032017a HC BOC Page 147 032017a HC BOC Page 148 Section 4 PUBLIC OPINION 032017a HC BOC Page 149 HARNETT COUNTY PUBLIC OPINION4 56 PUBLIC OPINION I) LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE + STEERING COMMITTEE During the Inventory and Analysis portion of the development of this Master Plan two leadership meetings were held to garner input from County staff members and key stakeholders. Both meetings were organized into charrettes and free-form conversations to solicit stakeholder values. The structured charrettes included a SWOT Wall of Thought, an opportunities and constraints discussion and the trends analysis. Un-programmed events included park programming discussions, voicing financial and advertising concerns and a round-table conversation designed to allow participants to express any unsaid thoughts, perceptions or recommendations. The SWOT (Strength – Weaknesses – Opportunities – Threats) Wall of Thought looks at perceived values and limitations of the current parks and recreation system. Using a SWOT analysis allows stakeholders and the community to better understand the park system to address any weaknesses, capitalize on opportunities by taking advantage of your strengths and to develop clearly defined goals and strategies for moving forward. Following is the SWOT analysis results: This SWOT Wall of Thought provides direct insight into the overall perceptions of County and leadership members. Strengths provide insight into the perceived competitive advantages Harnett County holds while understanding weaknesses allows the County to approach them thoughtfully and openly. Analyzing opportunities is critical in understanding the various ways to improve the park system while balancing the threats of an expanding market. 032017a HC BOC Page 150 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 57 STRENGTHS • Availability of rural land abounding with natural character located near urban communities such as Fuquay-Varina, Cary, Fort Bragg and Raleigh. • Presence of a captive audience found in Fort Bragg and Campbell University. • Residents outside of Harnett County drive in and use facilities. • High level of support from municipal leaders. • Presence of existing green infrastructure managed by the County such as Raven Rock State Park, the Cape Fear River and the Upper and Lower Little River. • A diversity of bioregions including Piedmont and Coastal landscapes. • Presence of historic Civil War battlefields. WEAKNESSES • Challenge to provide a balanced park system over a large land area. • County has no distinct identity or larger awareness of public branding. • Many unincorporated areas use the County park systems without tax input. • Small towns and rural areas have limited resources with small tax districts. • Limited existing trail network. • Currently only one existing public access to the Cape Fear River. • Non-existing southern entrance to Raven Rock State Park. • Disconnect between schools and extracurricular activities. • Outdated and cumbersome highway and road system which makes it challenging to drive from one end of the County to the other. • Perceived social divisions from town to town leading to a divided County. • Music and art venues are located within the cities, not County wide. • Many citizens drive outside Harnett County for their dining and shopping experience. 032017a HC BOC Page 151 HARNETT COUNTY PUBLIC OPINION4 58 OPPORTUNITIES • Ability for Fort Bragg, Campbell University, the Harnett County hospital system, the Outdoor Store, the 4H Club, colleges or local schools to participate, help fund through volunteer of financial aid and to use County facilities. • Possibility to leverage university financial and programmatic support. • Use existing easements to form a county-wide trail network. • Citizens from other counties are driving in to use facilities. • Large interest in freshwater fishing, skeet shooting and shooting ranges. • Ability to utilize the history of Overhill and other historic areas. • Available land for dirt racing tracks, adventure courses, outdoor races, music venues and hunting preserves. • Presence of natural and scenic environmental areas such as Raven Rock, the Cape Fear River and the Big and Little Rivers. • Establishing parks at the airport. • Ability to combine uses and share facilities to help knit communities and programmatic facilities together. • Shooting ranges in Fort Bragg are repeatedly booked to maximum capacity so revenue producing shooting ranges owned by the County are a viable option. This can include archery, skeet shooting, traditional indoor/outdoor shooting ranges or shooting galleries. • Communities located within Harnett County can be brought together and unified by using a comprehensive trail network consisting of rails to trails, greenways, blueways and other multi-modal transportation options. This trail network supports an active and healthy lifestyle while exposing people of all socio-economic, racial and cultural backgrounds to the natural resources of Harnett County. Trail networks are park facilities with low barriers to entry and low install costs. • The local YMCA has contacted the County for financial and land support in creating a pool. This need was reflected throughout the initial meeting and a public pool is a sought after programmatic element. 032017a HC BOC Page 152 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 59 THREATS • Challenge for current and future councils to move forward with a unified field of ideas and plans • Lack of recreational opportunities in northwest Harnett County • Low connectivity from rural areas to cities • Citizens driving outside of Harnett County to use other recreational facilities KEY THEMES There were several key themes heard in both meetings which directly influence the recommendations and action plan presented in this document and guides the vision and goals and recommendations. • Promote an integrated plan clearly communicating the path forward for council members and the public to understand. • Promote a comprehensive approach to accessing river and water bodies. • Provide equal access to all of Harnett County, a diverse menu of facilities and programming while unifying the different cities of Harnett recognizing and respecting areas of growth and rural populations. • Provide an integrated trail network with a comprehensive, connected system of parks that enhances and protects the beautiful rural character of Harnett. A system such as this provides a high volume, low cost option with few barriers to entry that offer services for all groups of people. • Address the lack of recreational opportunities in southern Harnett and provide recreational opportunities for special interest groups like members and families of the Fort Bragg area. • There is a strong desire for a prominent built structure such as a County wide Farmers Market that acts as a community center and welcome area. This facility can offer varied programs throughout the year and especially during the summer months when youth are looking for programs or facilities to engage in. • It is perceived to be very challenging to communicate with citizens of Harnett County about special events or public services and there is a need to create a more effective method to engage the public. 032017a HC BOC Page 153 HARNETT COUNTY PUBLIC OPINION4 60 II) COMMUNITY MEETING SUMMARY Three public input meetings were held throughout Harnett County to gather input from the public. Understanding the wants and needs of the public are crucial for implementation of a successful comprehensive parks and recreation master plan. Sign in sheets and meeting minutes can be found in Appendix IV. There were three primary mechanisms for receiving public input at these community meetings: 1. A Less or More Board (designed to understand what program and facilities the public wants more-or-less) 2. Favorite Park Memory Board (designed to understand cultural preferences) General group discussions. 3. In addition to these input strategies, there were several informational and educational boards present. These included a County wide map of Harnett highlighting park locations, a Benefits of Parks board and a Design Your Own Park to engage community members about various obstacles when planning for park design. Several key ideas were repeated throughout each meeting while there were many thoughtful and unique ideas received: • Facilities and programs the community wants to see more of received in all meetings are listed below: • Free public river access for swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoes or boating • An integrated system of trails and sidewalks • Athletic programs and facilities for the youth • A community center, sports complex or senior center with workout and community areas • Public pools and splash pads • Adult athletic programs (ex. Sports, tai chi, bocce, group bicycling) • More shaded areas in parks with adequate seating and trash cans • More County wide programs and annual events 032017a HC BOC Page 154 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 61 Facilities and programs the community wants to see more of received on an individual are listed below: • Annual sporting events • Skate parks • “Mommy, Daddy and Me’ programs • Covered playgrounds • Amphitheaters • Providing educational classes including language classes • Mud runs • Dog parks • Providing a website to see available parks and recreation facilities and programs • Providing a website to see on-going development within the County • Hiking and camping areas • Equal opportunity to programs and facilities close to where people live • Parks for 2-12-year-old • Campgrounds • Zip lines • Language and art classes 032017a HC BOC Page 155 HARNETT COUNTY PUBLIC OPINION4 62 Values and ideas the community support and cherish: • Playing in youth and adult sports with friends • Kayaking and canoing down the river or playing in streams and rivers • Finding a place for friends, family and the community to come together because without parks there is few places to gather together • Swimming and playing in public pools and community centers • Watching your family play and grow in public parks • County wide events like the 4th of July celebration, Denim Days or Spring festivals • Camping with boy scouts CONCLUSION: Harnett County residents want a healthy park system and value recreational opportunities that bring people together. Again, and again the idea of community well-being, public water access, programming which supports an active lifestyle and adequate athletic facilities and athletic programs arose in these public input meetings. These community values and ideas shape the recommendations presented in this document and serve as the foundation for understanding the wants and needs of County residents. 032017a HC BOC Page 156 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 63 III) SURVEY DATA AND ANALYSIS METHODOLOGY A survey packet was mailed to a random sample of households in Harnett County. Each survey packet contained a cover letter, a copy of the survey developed by Harnett County and the project team, and a postage-paid return envelope. Residents who received the survey were given the option of returning the survey by mail or completing it on-line to make it easier for residents to complete the survey. Survey results are summarized below. A full report from the scientific survey can be found in Appendix V. The goal was to obtain completed surveys from at least 400 residents. The goal was exceeded with a total of 410 residents completing the survey. The overall results for the sample of 410 households have a precision of at least +/-4.8% at the 95% level of confidence. Survey results are summarized below. A full report from the scientific survey can be found in Appendix III. ORGANIZATIONS AND FACILITIES USED FOR PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS AND CULTURAL FACILITIES. Nearly half of respondents (45%) indicated their household uses Raven Rock State Park. The most visited facility from the list of facilities that are owned or operated by Harnett County was Cape Fear River Trail Park (46%). Forty-two percent (42%) of respondents have visited Anderson Creek Park over the past year, and 28% visited Barbecue Creek Park. 032017a HC BOC Page 157 HARNETT COUNTY PUBLIC OPINION4 64 BARRIERS TO PARK, FACILITY AND PROGRAM USAGE Respondents were asked from a list of 13 potential reasons to identify what prevents them from using recreation programs offered by Harnett County Parks and Recreation Department. The top four reasons selected were: 1. Not knowing what is offered or available (58%) 2. Program or facility is not offered (30%) 3. Lack of quality programs (22%) 4. Program times are not convenient (12%). FACILITY NEEDS AND PRIORITIES Facility Needs: Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 32 recreation facilities and amenities and rate how well their needs for each were currently being met. Based on this analysis the analysis estimates the number of households in the community that had the greatest “unmet” need for various facilities. The three recreation facilities with the highest percentage of households that indicated a need for the facility were: 1. Weights and fitness machines (56%) 2. Playgrounds (55%) 3. Indoor aquatic facilities (55%) FACILITY IMPORTANCE In addition to assessing the needs for each facility, the analysis also assessed the importance that residents placed on each facility. Based on the sum of respondents’ top four choices, the three most important facilities to residents were: 1. Weights and fitness machines (29%) 2. Indoor aquatic facility (29%) 3. Multi-use gym space (25%) 032017a HC BOC Page 158 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 65 PRIORITIES FOR FACILITY INVESTMENTS The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed to provide organizations with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be placed on Parks and Recreation investments. The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) equally weights (1) the importance that residents place on facilities and (2) how many residents have unmet needs for the facility. Based on the Priority Investment Rating (PIR), the following nine facilities were rated as high priorities for investment: 1. Indoor aquatic facility (PIR=200) 2. Weights and fitness machines (PIR=190) 3. Multi-use gym space (PIR=161) 4. Indoor track (PIR=158) 5. Dog park (PIR=156) 6. Water access-kayaking/swimming (PIR=145) 7. Greenway trail system (PIR=136) 8. Playground (PIR=134) 9. Splash pad (PIR=131) 032017a HC BOC Page 159 HARNETT COUNTY PUBLIC OPINION4 66 PROGRAMMING NEEDS AND PRIORITIES Programming Needs: Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 31 recreational programs and rate how well their needs for each program were currently being met. The three programs with the highest percentage of households that had needs were: 1. Walking for exercise programs (60%) 2. Painting/drawing classes (37%) 3. Camps (summer/school break) (37%). PROGRAM IMPORTANCE The survey also asked what the importance that youth and adults place on each program. Based on the sum of respondents’ top four choices, the three most important programs to youth were: camps (summer/school break) (19%), after school and Friday programs (16%), and basketball programs (16%). Based on the sum of respondents’ top four choices, the three most important programs to adults were: 1. Walking for exercise programs (46%) 2. Training/certifications/education pogroms (23%) 3. Trips/tours (23%). AGE GROUP Sixty-two percent (62%) of respondents indicated that Children and Youth was the group the Harnett County Park and Recreation Department should make their top priority to serve. 032017a HC BOC Page 160 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 67 PRIORITIES FOR PROGRAMMING INVESTMENTS Based on the priority investment rating (PIR) the following programs were rated as “high priorities” for investment: Youth: Camps (PIR=177) 1. Walking for exercise (PIR=163) 2. Painting/drawing classes (PIR=147) 3. After school and Friday programs (PIR=138) Adults: 1. Walking for exercise (PIR=200) 2. Trips/tours (PIR=133) 3. (Add chart here of programming PIR) 032017a HC BOC Page 161 HARNETT COUNTY PUBLIC OPINION4 68 UNMET NEEDS & POTENTIAL PROGRAMMING In addition, respondents were asked to rate how well various programs are currently meeting their needs. Out of the five programs (sports, outdoor recreation, special events, senior adult activities, and therapeutic recreation) none had a majority of respondents indicate their need was being fully or mostly met. Respondents were asked to indicate which potential indoor programming spaces they would use from a list of spaces the County could considering developing: 1. Walking and jogging track (69%) 2. Leisure pool (61%) 3. Weight room/cardiovascular equipment area (51%) 4. Aerobics/fitness/dance class space (47%) LEARNING ABOUT PARKS AND RECREATION In addition, respondents were asked to rate how they learned about recreation programs and facilities. Top three responses were: 1. From friends and family (52%) 2. Social Media (29%) 3. Harnett County Website (28%) FEE APPROPRIATIONS Respondents were asked to indicate the maximum amount they would be willing to pay in additional taxes for the types of improvements to the parks, facilities, recreation programs, and special events in Harnett County that are most important to their household. Forty-five percent 45%) of respondents indicated they would pay at least $10 -$14 per month as the maximum amount they would pay for improvements. Only 19% indicated they would pay nothing, 17% would be willing to pay $1-$4 per month, and 20% would be willing to pay $5-$9 per month. Q11. Ways Respondents Learn About Harnett County Parks & Recreation Programs and Activities by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) From friends & family 52% Social media 29% Harnett County website 28% Newspaper 19% Recreation brochures 13% Recreation e-mail 8% Conversations with staff 5% Other 7% None of these 21% 0% 20% 40% 60% Source: ETC Institute (2016) Q13. Maximum Amount Respondent Households Are Willing to Pay For Improvements to Parks, Facilities, Recreation Programs & Special Events Most Important to Them by percentage of respondents $10-$14 per month 21% $15-$19 per month 9% $20+ per month 15% $5-$9 per month 20% Nothing 19% $1-$4 per month 17% Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 162 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 69 SUPPORTING PARKS AND RECREATION Respondents were then asked to rate their willingness to take various actions which would support expanded parks and recreation programs and facilities. The most supported option, based on the sum of “very willing” and “willing” responses, was to pay a slight increase in taxes to support development of new recreation facilities in Harnett County. The least supported option was to make donations to fund design and construction of new parks and recreation in Harnett County. CONCLUSION To ensure that Harnett County continues to meet the needs and expectations of the community, this analysis recommends that the Parks and Recreation Department sustain and/or improve the performance in areas that were identified as “high priorities” by the Priority Investment Rating (PIR). The facilities and programs with the highest PIR ratings are listed below. Focusing on the following priorities will ensure that Harnett County would provide the greatest benefit to the largest number of residents within the County. Facility Priorities 1. Indoor aquatic facility (PIR=200) 2. Weights and fitness machines (PIR=190) 3. Multi-use gym space (PIR=161) 4. Indoor track (PIR=158) 5. Dog park (PIR=156) 6. Water access-kayaking/swimming (PIR=145) 7. Greenway trail system (PIR=136) 8. Playground (PIR=134) 9. Splash pad (PIR=131) Programming Priorities Youth: 1. Camps (PIR=177) 2. Walking for exercise (PIR=163) 3. Painting/drawing classes (PIR=147) 4. After school and Friday programs (PIR=138) Adults: 1. Walking for exercise (PIR=200) 2. Trips/tours (PIR=133) Q14. Willingness to Take Various Actions to Support Expanded Parks and Recreation Programs and Facilities by percentage of respondents Pay a slight increase in taxes to support development of new recreation facilities in Harnett County 20% 34% 30% 18% Pay a slight increase in taxes to support expanded recreation programs in Harnett County 18% 31% 33% 18% Volunteer to support parks & recreation programs 15% 29% 34% 22% Make donations to fund design & construction of new parks & recreation in Harnett County 8% 28% 35% 29% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Source: ETC Institute (2016) Very Willing Willing Somewhat Willing Not Willing 032017a HC BOC Page 163 032017a HC BOC Page 164 Section 5 NEEDS & DEMANDS + RECOMMENDATIONS 032017a HC BOC Page 165 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 72 I) POLICY AND MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW Harnett County needs to invest strategically in its parks to meet the recreational needs of a growing public and to compete economically in a rapidly developing area. Based on the results detailed in Section 3 – Inventory and Analysis, Harnett County lags behind comparable benchmarking counties, ranks poorly in the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Program (SCORP) assessment and has large underserved areas as illustrated using the N.R.P.A. service radii standards. Additionally, much of the feedback received at public input meetings expressed a dis-satisfaction with the number and variety of recreation facilities available along with inequitable distribution of those recreation facilities that do exist. The following outlines public policy and management needs and demands that resulted from this plan’s Inventory and Analysis and public input. Each item begins with an observation from the Inventory and Analysis portion, is followed by an impact statement, and concludes with a recommendation for addressing each topic. PUBLIC RELATIONS & AWARENESS Based on survey results, the general public is not aware of the existing recreational opportunities available throughout the County. When asked to identify what prevents respondents from using recreation programs offered by Harnett County Parks and Recreation Department, the top reason selected was not knowing what is offered or available (58% of respondents). Thus, the perception may be the level of service provided by the Parks and Recreation Department is less than it truly is. By developing a public relations and advertising campaign to promote existing facilities and generate excitement about future program and facility developments, the public’s awareness regarding recreational opportunities and benefits can evolve and more needs can be met. Such a campaign should be driven by a strong brand, include partnerships with tourism and economic development agencies, and must use a variety of media to reach underserved and rural parts of the community. RECOMMENDATION 1 Develop a Public Relations and Advertising Campaign to promote the awareness of existing parks, recreation facilities and programs. Q10. Reasons Preventing Use of Recreation Programs Offered by the Harnett County Parks & Recreation Department by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Don't know what's offered/available 58% Program or facility not offered 30% Lack of quality programs 22% Program times not convenient 12% Facility/operating hours not convenient 12% Use facilities of cities/private institutions 11% Fees too high Not interested/too busy Nothing-I am actively using Facilities too crowded 11% 9% 8% 6% Too hard to find parking 6% Insufficient staffing 6% Poor customer service 5% 0% 20% 40% 60% Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 166 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 73 COUNTY & MUNICIPAL COORDINATION As shown in the Level of Service Analysis portion, existing parks throughout Harnett County are primarily located in municipal jurisdiction and leave large areas of the County underserved. Parks provided solely by the County do not service the entire geographic area of Harnett. While the roles of a County versus municipal parks and recreation department differ in many ways, insuring coordination between agencies will result in fewer redundancies and wasted resources, improved distribution of facilities, equitable access to facilities, and enhanced overall support for a robust parks and recreation system. Further, while County-led departments typically play less of a role providing programming and smaller scale facilities such as neighborhood and community parks, because of the large amount of unincorporated areas, Harnett County Parks and Recreation must take on these responsibilities to offer an enhanced level of service to residents. Implementation of quarterly coordination meetings with local parks departments to discuss capital improvement plans, gaps in facilities and funding, facilities that span jurisdictions such as greenways and blueways, and opportunities for joint use agreements, will ensure an integrated approach to development of a robust county-wide system of recreation opportunities. Similarly, the County should avoid duplication of programs and facilities that are offered in nearby municipalities. In addition to improved coordination with municipal recreation departments, the County can partner with other agencies or private entities to further promote and offer diverse recreation opportunities in underserved areas. RECOMMENDATION 2 Continue to support local municipal parks and recreation programs. RECOMMENDATION 3 The County should play a greater role in developing a system of recreation facilities and programs for unincorporated and underserved areas. 032017a HC BOC Page 167 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 74 OPERATIONAL COSTS Based on benchmarked agencies and national averages, Harnett County’s operational costs per resident are low. This master plan recommends increasing operational cost per resident to approximately $13.84 per resident. This equates to an annual operating budget of approximately $2,493,871 by 2030. This standard is still below the national average of $76.40 per resident but is in-line with the average $19.77 per resident of benchmark counties. OPERATING EXPENSE PER ACRE Harnett County’s operating expense per acre of $360/per acre further illuminates the gap in spending for parks and recreation within Harnett County. Comparable benchmark counties’ operational expense per acre range from approximately $2,237 (Craven County) to a high of $9,543 (Henderson County), thus a discrepancy of over $1,875 exists between the lowest comparable county. While it is important to have an efficient and lean operating department as a cost-savings measure, this difference highlights the inadequacies and challenges in providing a balanced County park and recreation system while taking on larger county- wide maintenance responsibilities. Therefore, this master plan recommends increasing operational cost per acre to a minimum of $1,000 per acre, or an operating budget of approximately $2,252,000 by 2030 (assuming Harnett County manages the recommended additional 1,209 acres of park land acquired by 2030). 032017a HC BOC Page 168 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 75 One of the most effective ways of doing so would be implementation of a parks and recreation tax. This is further supported by responses to the public input survey: the majority of respondents (19.3% ) said they would be willing to pay $10-14 per month ($120 - $168 annually) in additional taxes for the types of improvements to the parks, facilities, recreation programs and special events in Harnett County that are important to their household. Additionally, when compared to volunteering or donations aimed at supporting new facilities and programs, a tax increase was preferred. The County has begun looking at various tax rates ranging from .5% per $100.00 of real property assets, to 2.5% per $100.00 of real property assets. The below table represents an estimate of annual revenue potential: • .5% per $100.00 of real property assets: $360,409.04 • 1% per $100.00 of real property assets: $720,818.07 • 2.5% per $100.00 of real property assets: $1,802,045 Source: Data provided by Harnett County The revenue generated by the tax could be used in the following ways: 1. To support municipal recreation department capital improvements. The dollars donated to each municipality would be based on a dollar amount per child enrolled in a recreation program. 2. To develop a Harnett County Recreation Grant Program: a percentage of the revenue would be placed into a fund to which municipalities would apply for grant monies to fund capital improvement projects associated with parks. 3. To fund planned capital improvement projects associated with land acquisition or the construction of recreation facilities. RECOMMENDATION 4 Increase annual operating budget through implementation of a parks and recreation tax. 032017a HC BOC Page 169 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 76 COMMUNITY PRIDE & ENGAGEMENT Parks are a tangible reflection of quality of place in a community and help strengthen community bonds through increased social interaction. Attractive and diverse parks help foster civic pride and are realized through direct community input, use and a sound decision making process. Similarly, the way citizens and visitor alike perceive their environment is related to the visual appearance of place and can directly impact levels of crime and vandalism. Parks provide a sense of public pride and cohesion to every community which can only result from community engagement across a parks system. Further, a consistent community voice supporting recreational opportunities can influence decision makers and increase awareness of opportunities available to the public. Providing a platform for Harnett County citizens to thoughtfully engage in the advancement of the parks system, can be achieved through either a volunteer network or Parks and Recreation Commission. A Parks and Recreation Commission would serve to promote recreation for residents of Harnett County and as an advisory body to the Parks and Recreation Department. The Parks and Recreation Commission members would be comprised of County residents appointed by the Board of Commissioners, representing a diverse geographic area of the County. Each commission member will serve one, three-year term, and will be eligible, with reappointment, to serve only one additional consecutive three-year term. The Commission may fulfill the following duties along with others as established by the County: 1. Serve as an advisory body to the Parks and Recreation Department and Board of Commissioners. 2. Serve as a liaison between the Board of Commissioners and residents of the County. 3. Promote the parks and recreation system throughout the County. 4. Consult and advise the Board of Commissioners in all matters affecting recreation programs, land acquisition, and construction of new recreation facilities RECOMMENDATION 5 Develop a Parks and Recreation Commission and volunteer network to promote recreation across the County and cultivate community pride in a comprehensive parks system. 032017a HC BOC Page 170 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 77 COORDINATION WITH HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM Coordinating development of a parks system with the Harnett County School System has the potential to maximize the use of existing facilities, minimize redundancies when planning for new facilities, coordinate the planning of facilities around growth centers, and integrate outdoor education and recreation into school curriculum. Schools are typically built in areas experiencing growth, which will also demand new recreation facilities. Joint use agreements that allow for public use of school recreation facilities can minimize redundant facilities and associated costs. Further, given the abundance of natural resources and opportunities for integration of environmental education into recreation centers, school curriculum focused on the environment and natural resources can be developed around recreation facilities as outdoor classrooms. RECOMMENDATION 6 Identify continued opportunities to partner with the Harnett County School System. POLICY AND PLANNING DOCUMENTS Language which supports a healthy parks and recreation system must be cohesive, constructive and works to support development growth while protecting environmentally unique and natural areas. On-going revisions to policy and planning documents such as the Unified Development Ordinance, Comprehensive Land Use Plan, and Comprehensive Transportation Plan, can guide the decision making process to favor investment in recreation facilities and programs while preserving natural resources for future generations. RECOMMENDATION 7 Update Unified Development Ordinance to include provisions that promote funding, land acquisition and/or easement acquisition for parks, greenway systems and blueway systems. RECOMMENDATION 8 Continue to revise and coordinate comprehensive plans, including the upcoming Regional Bike Plan so that proposed facilities are well coordinated. 032017a HC BOC Page 171 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 78 STAFFING LEVELS Based on benchmarked agencies and national averages, the number of full time employees Harnett County employees is low. Harnett County currently employees nine full-time equivalents (FTEs), five of whom directly support traditional park and recreation offerings (not maintenance on County lands) and averages .42 employees per 10,000 residents. The full time equivalent (FTE) staff metric is a key performance indicator that measures an agency’s ability to meet the demand of the service area. Harnett County ranks well below other benchmarking agencies, with Rowan County providing the most at 5.17 FTEs per 10,000 residents. To provide adequate staff necessary to diversify offerings by the County, promote the parks and recreation system, and develop and maintain future facilities, the number of FTE staff needs to increase to .75 per 10,000 population. That metric equates to needing an additional 4 FTE’s at this time (based on 2015 population) and an additional 8.5 FTE’s by 2030. Recognizing this is a rather immediate need, Harnett County is planning on hiring two FTE’s in 2017. Future staff could fulfill several potential positions including a marketing, public relations and fundraising manager; greenway and land acquisition coordinator; a program manager, maintenance staff; and dedicated staff in a southeast satellite office. RECOMMENDATION 9 Increase the number of full time equivalent staff by two (2) in 2018, and approximately 8.5 by 2030 to a total of 16.5 (including maintenance staff). 032017a HC BOC Page 172 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 79 POLICY + MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS & GOALS Recommendation Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Develop a Public Relations and Advertising Campaign to promote the awareness of existing parks, recreation facilities and programs. x x x x x Continue to support local municipalities parks and recreation programs x x x x x Play a greater role in developing a system of recreation facilities and programs for unincorporated areas within the county. x x x x x x Increase operating budget through implement a parks and recreation tax. x x x x x Establish a Parks and Recreation Commission and volunteer network to promote recreation across the county and cultivate community pride in a comprehensive parks system. x x x x Partner with the Harnett County School System.x x x x Update Unified Development Ordinance to include provisions that promote funding, land acquisition and/or easement acquisition for parks, greenway systems and blueway systems. x x x x Continue to revise and coordinate comprehensive plans, including the upcoming Regional Bike Plan so that proposed facilities are well coordinated. x x Increase the number of full time equivalent staff by two (2) in 2017, and 8.5 by 2030. x x x x GOALS: 1. Develop the Cape Fear River as a blueway/river- walk to stimulate economic vitality. 2. Connect communities, parks, attractions, destinations and civil facilities through a greenway trail system. 3. Enhance recreation opportunities in underserved areas of Harnett County. 4. Accommodate a balance of passive and active recreational opportunities that enhance quality of place and target users of all ages and ability levels. 5. Grow the types and frequency of recreational programs offered to Harnett County citizens. 6. Manage existing facilities efficiently and propose new facilities with few barriers to entry (financial, environmental, social). 032017a HC BOC Page 173 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 80 II) PROGRAMS OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS Results from the public survey and community input indicate there are many unmet recreation needs centered in outdoor areas. Because of the natural, rural environment of the County, there is an opportunity to provide services in outdoor education and environmental conservation. Outdoor recreation and education are the historic foundations of the traditional parks and recreation system. Outdoor programs include educational and experiential activities in natural settings for all age segments, such as school field trips, nature education classes, identification programs, nature walks, and volunteer initiatives tied to conservation of the environment. The market appears to be primed to support outdoor activities such as kayaking, equestrian riding, canoing, hiking, hunting, fishing, shooting sports, camping, zip-lining, and adventure races. With Fort Bragg located in the County, there is a great opportunity to coordinate with the Base on outdoor adventure programs that engage young adults. Programmatic elements heard throughout the input process is the desire for more river/water based activities, walking and greenway trails, fun runs or mud runs, environmental education areas and summer/after-school camps. Additionally, results of the local market potential reveal Harnett County exhibits high interest in outdoor activities including hunting, fishing and horseback riding, and a need for youth and adult sports leagues and tournaments for baseball, softball, basketball, football, soccer, and volleyball, as well as trending / niche sports like lacrosse and rugby. Currently the County is below the Market Potential Index in every major sports category, which demonstrates a lack of facilities to provide athletic programs. The County has the opportunity to lead in these areas and it could be a strong economic tool for the County. RECOMMENDATION 1 Promote outdoor adventure, outdoor education, and outdoor sports programs using the river, regional parks, and other proposed facilities. 032017a HC BOC Page 174 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 81 INDOOR RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS Based on survey results and public input, there is significant need for indoor youth and adult recreation programs. Currently, Harnett County has limited indoor program offerings due to the lack of available indoor facilities. While construction of an indoor community center or recreation facility can be a large financial investment, it can support a variety of indoor program offerings currently not provided. Results and guidance from the inventory and analysis of the parks and recreation system, community input, the statistically valid survey and leadership from committee members have all determined that an indoor recreation facility is necessary to fulfill recreation wants and needs of the County. Youth in particular could benefit from access to indoor facilities. Specifically, survey results indicate most important programs to youth are camps, after school and Friday programs, and basketball programs, all requiring indoor facilities. When asked which potential indoor programming spaces respondents would use, the most selected response was walking and jogging, which coincides with the large number of respondents who selected walking for exercise as one of the most important programs to their household. Finally, top priority recommendations for adult programs included painting / drawing classes, shooting sports / archery, senior programs, and martial arts, all of which an indoor facility can accommodate. Many unmet recreation needs can be met in a recreational facility including walking/jogging courses, indoor cycling, painting/drawing classes, camps, training certification/ education, martial arts/tai chi, after school programs, senior recreational programs, climbing, volleyball and/or tennis. Many programs can rotate throughout the year and should be driven by community input and input from a dedicated County program advisor. RECOMMENDATION 2 Promote indoor recreation facility based programs. 032017a HC BOC Page 175 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 82 PROGRAMMING FOR SPECIAL EVENTS Trends and market analysis reveal potential for special events and athletic competitions to be highly successful. Special events to bring communities together. Focusing on the history of the County, food, entertainment, music and arts, and competitions would likely be very popular among residents in the County. Through community input meetings, residents continually expressed concern over the divide between northern and southern areas of the County. It is a goal of this plan that program development be aimed at community events uniting people around common interested and efforts. Additionally, the trends analysis revealed popularity of mud runs, running races, triathlons and other athletic races is growing and offers a unique market opportunity to promote tourism and attract visitors from outside the County, boosting the economy. Many events are sponsored by local health care providers, small business and even breweries and restaurants. Recreational events in partnership with local businesses cross-promote health and fitness, connection with the outdoors and a growing economy. RECOMMENDATION 3 Develop programs focused on special cultural events, annual celebratory events, and recreation based events to unite residents around common interests and attract visitors to enhance economic vitality. DEDICATED STAFF FOR PROGRAMMING Currently, the County has limited staff dedicated to programming, and even pays a non- profit to administer athletic programs for the south-western areas of the County. This plan recommends a portion of the recommended full time equivalent (FTE) staff additions be dedicated to program development and administration. These individuals would also coordinate with other parks and recreation staff to ensure programs are aligned with facility construction and improvements. RECOMMENDATION 4 Hire an additional staff member to be responsible for programming in the County and to ensure program coordination when using the various facilities found in parks, greenways and blueways. 032017a HC BOC Page 176 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 83 PROGRAM RECOMMENDATIONS & GOALS Recommendation Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Promote outdoor adventure, outdoor education, and outdoor sports programs using the river, regional parks, and other proposed facilities. x x x x Promote indoor recreation facility based programs.x x x x Develop programs focused on special cultural events, annual celebratory events, and recreation based events to unite residents around common interests and attract visitors to enhance economic vitality. x x x x Hire an additional staff member to be responsible for programming in the county and to ensure program coordination when using the various facilities found in parks, greenways and blueways. x x x x x x GOALS: 1. Develop the Cape Fear River as a blueway/river- walk to stimulate economic vitality. 2. Connect communities, parks, attractions, destinations and civil facilities through a greenway trail system. 3. Enhance recreation opportunities in underserved areas of Harnett County. 4. Accommodate a balance of passive and active recreational opportunities that enhance quality of place and target users of all ages and ability levels. 5. Grow the types and frequency of recreational programs offered to Harnett County citizens. 6. Manage existing facilities efficiently and propose new facilities with few barriers to entry (financial, environmental, social). 032017a HC BOC Page 177 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 84 III) FACILITIES Facility needs contained within this master plan can be categorized as parks, greenways and blueways. The second evaluation criterion for evaluating adequacy of parks is facility based. This assessment provides insight into whether or not the types and quantity of park facilities are adequate. Much of the feedback received at the public input meetings centered around a general lack of recreation opportunities, specifically, public river access, public pools and aquatic facilities, and indoor facilities such as weight and cardiovascular machines, sports courts and community rooms. This is further supported by the results of the survey which indicate the top five unmet need for recreation facilities are an indoor aquatic facility, weights and fitness machines, water access (kayaking and swimming), an indoor track and dog parks. Additional feedback received from the public input meetings was a lack of equitable distribution of facilities throughout the County. The existing park and service radii map illustrates service gaps in the southwest and northern parts of the County. This concern was further illuminated by the perception that many new facilities are planned north of the cape fear river, primarily in Lillington and the Dunn – Erwin jurisdictions. This belief has led to feelings of separation and disconnect between the northern and southern areas, and urban versus rural and underserved parts of the County. CORE AND ANCHOR FACILITIES This master plan proposes the concept of core and anchor facilities to promote a unified park system and combat feelings of divide. This concept defines core facilities as those with low barriers to entry which serve the greatest number of users. Such facilities will be found at nearly all parks regardless of size or location, and may include features such as parking, trail access, picnic shelters, playgrounds, well maintained landscapes and opportunities for shade and seating. Anchor facilities can be defined as unique facilities that attract users County-wide and are inspired by specific needs, cultural, historic or environmental features, or market-based attractions. Examples include splash parks, ropes courses, mountain biking or pump tracks, shooting ranges, golf courses, and sports complexes. It is suggested that the anchor facilities be identified through the site-specific park master planning process so the unique qualities and facilities can be a direct result of surrounding residents and the character of the site. 032017a HC BOC Page 178 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 85 A) PARKS Based on survey results, benchmarking agencies, and NRPA level of service standards, the County appears to be providing relatively adequate park land in terms of acreage, but is lacking quantity and equitable distribution of facilities. This master plan recommends adopting a standard of 12.5 acres of parkland for every 1,000 population. This is above what Harnett County is currently providing (9.72 acres per 1,000 population) and slightly below the national averages (15-20 acres per 1,000 population). Harnett County Parks and Recreation Department currently has a number of park expansions planned which contribute to the total 1,209 acres of parkland to acquire or develop by 2030. å å å å å å å å å åå å å å åå å å å å å å å å å å å å !( !( !(!( !(!( !( !( !( !(!( !( !(!( !( !( !(!( !( Dunn Comm Bldg Anderson Creek Senior Center WAKE C O .LEE CO. CUMBERLAND CO.SAMPSON CO.JO H N S TON C O . MO O R E C O . Raven Rock State Park Anderson Creek Park Barbecue Creek Park Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail Neills Creek Park Erwin Municipal Park South Harnett Park Lillington Park Jack Marley Park Clarence Lee Tart Park Coats Municipal Park Lillington Community Bldg Tyler ParkCape Fear River Trail Park Lillington Gym-Bradley Field P K Vyas Recreation Center W.N. 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Barbecue Creek Park Community County 99.76 Ac. Government Complex District County 142 Ac. Ponderosa Park Neighborhood County 19 Ac. Old Boone Trail High School Neighborhood County 18.81 Ac. Proposed Park Land Neighborhood Park Shaw Town Park Neighborhood Acquire 5 Ac. Community Parks Olive Farm Community Park Community County 40 Ac. Unicorp Park Community Acquire 40 Ac. Averasboro Battlefield District Park Community Acquire 40 Ac. Upper Little River Community Acquire 40 Ac. Forest Oaks (Landfill)Community County 15 Ac. North West HC Community Park Community Acquire 40 Ac. West HC Community Park Community Acquire 40 Ac. District Parks North Harnett District Park District Acquire 100 Ac. Middle Point District Park District Acquire 100 Ac. Rails to Trails District Park District County Owned 112 Ac. SW Harnett County District Park District County Owned 100 Ac. 032017a HC BOC Page 179 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 86 It is the vision of this master plan for much of this acreage to serve as natural resource protection, a role typically played by County versus municipal parks and recreation departments. To meet this standard for Harnett County’s current population, the County will need to acquire 392 additional acres of parkland, and approximately 1,209 acres to meet anticipated demand based on 2030 population projections. Much of this acreage can serve as conservation and natural resource preservation, especially for cultural heritage sites, ecological communities specific to the region such as the sand hills, and environmentally sensitive lands including stream corridors, floodplains, wetlands, steep slopes, mature forests and agricultural land. Land acquisition should prioritize equitable distribution throughout the County, land banking in areas of rapid growth, and environmentally sensitive lands for conservation. RECOMMENDATION 1 Acquire 1,209 additional acres of parkland by 2030. RECOMMENDATION 2 Implement existing site-specific master plans and planned park expansions. RECOMMENDATION 3 Construct an indoor community / recreation center to support indoor recreational programs, fitness and athletics. 032017a HC BOC Page 180 032017a HC BOC Page 181 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 88 B) GREENWAYS With only 5 existing miles of greenway county wide (excluding Raven Rock facilities), the County is significantly below National standards and benchmarking agencies. Ideally, .2 miles of greenway trails would be provided for every 1,000 residents. Based on the current population metrics, Harnett County is deficient by 26 miles of greenway trails, and will need to provide 36 additional miles of greenway trails by 2030. Below is a chart indicating greenway segments and associated length. More than 36 miles are shown as this Park and Recreation Master Plan intends to establish an overall framework of integrated trails. Since no existing comprehensive greenway plans exist, this document will serve as a framework for more detailed development of a greenway system implementation plan. The intent of the greenway master plan contained herein is to connect civic spaces and places of interest, provide a general guide for routes, and ignite a plan for land and easement acquisition. This plan identifies ten greenway segments making up a comprehensive system of trails. The proposed greenway master plan map presents approximately 130 linear miles of trails Because the County covers vast acreages of land, a comprehensive trail system will equate to far greater than the target 36 miles of trails constructed by 2030. This plan is not necessarily suggesting the entire 130 miles of trails be the sole responsibility of the County, rather, it offers a framework for all entities and agencies to use when planning for the coordinated funding and development of facilities. To implement such a robust trail system, the County is encouraged to partner with local jurisdictions, Metropolitan Planning Organizations, and trail agencies such as the East Coast Greenway and Rails – to – Trails. Further, this plan must be updated periodically to reflect coordination with on-going comprehensive transportation, bike and pedestrian plans as they are proposed. RECOMMENDATION 1 Plan and construct 36 miles of additional greenway. 032017a HC BOC Page 182 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 89 RECOMMENDATION 2 Hire a Greenway Coordinator to complete recommended feasibility studies, prioritize implementation, secure funding, identify partner organizations, promote the greenway system, and acquire property / easements. For each proposed greenway segment, the County should plan to perform detailed feasibility studies to include: 1. Detailed study of property ownership and right-of-way acquisition needs and feasibility 2. Develop alternative routes if ROW acquisition is not feasible 3. Develop strategies for funding and partnerships 4. User input to determine need for trail typologies (ie, bike, equestrian, walking / running) 5. Identification of street and waterway crossings 6. Determination of trail surface and cross section 7. 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American Legion Access 2 Ac. Access before Raven Rock State Park 2 Ac. Between NC Wildlife Ramp & Cape Fear - Upper Little River Intersection 40 Ac. North & Upper Little River Intersection 2 Ac. South Harnett Access 2 Ac. Upper Little River & Highway 401 Intersection 40 Ac. Upper Little River & Ross Rd 2 Ac. 91 C) BLUEWAYS A blueway is a series of water access points with viable water-way connections between. Blueways give users access to stream and rivers for recreational purposes, but also offer opportunities for stream restoration and preservation of aquatic habitat. As shown in the survey results, the most visited park throughout Harnett County is the Cape Fear River Trail Park. This reality, along with a growing desire for river access and a connection to nature warrants the development of additional river access points. Further, it is the goal of this master plan to develop the Cape Fear River as a blueway / Riverwalk to enhance economic vitality. Similar to special events, blueways have the potential to attract both residents and visitors, who in turn spend money on hard and soft goods. Hard goods, being those items that directly relate to the recreational opportunity – kayaks, fishing gear, swimwear, sunscreen, etc. Soft goods are those that are indirectly related to the recreational opportunity – lodging, food, beverage, gas, etc. An economic investment in development of a blueway system is an economic investment that will ultimately see return. RECOMMENDATION 1 Provide one river access point every 4-6 miles along the Cape Fear and Upper Little Rivers for a total of 8 proposed access points. 032017a HC BOC Page 185 HARNETT COUNTY NEEDS + DEMANDS 5 92 FACILITY RECOMMENDATIONS & GOALS Recommendation Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 Acquire 1,209 Acres of Ad- ditional Park Land by 2030 x x x x x Implement existing site-specific master plans and planned park expan- sions x x x x Construct indoor commu- nity / recreation center to support indoor recreational programs, fitness and ath- letics. x x x Develop 36 Miles of Addi- tional Greenway Trails by 2030 x x x x x x Hire a Greenway Coordi- nator to complete recom- mended feasibility studies, secure funding, identify partner organizations, pro- mote the greenway system, and acquire property / easements. x x x x x x Provide one river access point every 4-6 miles along the Cape Fear and Upper Little Rivers for a total of 8 proposed access points. x x x x GOALS: 1. Develop the Cape Fear River as a blueway/river- walk to stimulate economic vitality. 2. Connect communities, parks, attractions, destinations and civil facilities through a greenway trail system. 3. Enhance recreation opportunities in underserved areas of Harnett County. 4. Accommodate a balance of passive and active recreational opportunities that enhance quality of place and target users of all ages and ability levels. 5. Grow the types and frequency of recreational programs offered to Harnett County citizens. 6. 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ACTION ITEMS: 1. Partner with the Dunn Area Tourism Authority to develop a parks and recreation based approach to tourism. • Harnett County’s natural resources, pastoral landscape, historic sites, sporting events and the arts naturally promote the parks and recreation opportunities throughout Harnett County. Simple updates to the Authority’s website and promotional material could promote awareness of the recreational opportunities within Harnett County. This collaboration would strengthen both brand’s awareness while helping to create a vibrant tourism program. 2. Partner with Harnett County Economic Development to further promote a recreation-based economic development strategy. • Many of the existing recreation opportunities within the County and those recommended herein are intended to attract residents and visitors alike, and have the potential to retain residents and employers, foster job creation, and increase revenue generation. • A robust parks and recreation system positively affects real property value while increasing municipal revenues through attraction and retention of affluent corporations and members of society. It is in the Economic Development Department’s interest to promote a vibrant Parks and Recreation Department. This can be realized through direct partnerships, website and informational material, conferences and marketing material. 032017a HC BOC Page 190 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 95 3. Further develop a strong brand and marketing campaign to promote the Harnett County Parks and Recreation System. • Develop logo and messaging specific to the mission of the parks and recreation department. • Create interactive GIS database searchable for each recreation type of use (ie, playground, water access, baseball field, etc) and searchable for different parks, greenway and blueway trails and locations. • Create web-based, mobile apps and social media platforms to disseminate information. • Create quarterly or bi-annual brochures to disseminate information to households with limited internet access. • Create and distribute a program guide and provide information online that lists available programs and services, as well as location, fees and benefits of the its’ offerings. 4. Brand the physical character of County parks to promote safety and park pride by providing a consistent and unified approach to park design. • Physical park branding may include signage standards, a landscape pallet and standard furnishings. • Develop design guidelines for certain park typologies (ie, trail heads, river access points, and neighborhood parks). Design standards should address safety, wayfinding and character as it related to park pride and maintenance rather than limiting the expression of an individual park’s unique character or program. 032017a HC BOC Page 191 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 96 POLICY AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 2 Continue to support local municipal parks and recreation programs. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Implement the parks and recreation tax (Recommendation #4) to continue to provide funding to local municipalities for park programming and capital improvements. • Improve communication and coordination of capital improvement projects to offer an integrated approach to recreation. Specifically, implement regularly scheduled meetings with County and Municipal recreation directors to discuss programming, facilities, and upcoming capital improvements. The coordinated implementation of facilities that span jurisdictions, such as greenways and blueways will be critical to success. POLICY AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 3 The County should play a greater role in developing a system of recreation facilities and programs for unincorporated and underserved areas. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Ensure prioritization and distribution of proposed park facilities is coordinated with growth and development patterns while servicing rural areas. • 2. Partner with the Harnett County Planning Department to review recreational standards of the Unified Development Ordinance. • Consider plan amendments that strongly encourage recreational facilities within residential subdivisions. For example, if developers provide land dedicated to recreational facilities, the County may decide to allow fair density bonuses. • Consider provisions enabling the Parks and Recreation Commission (see Recommendation #5 for establishment of the Commission) or the Parks and Recreation Department to act in an advisory role throughout the development process for residential subdivisions proposing recreational facilities so that such facilities are coordinated with the greater capital improvements of the Parks and Recreation Department. 032017a HC BOC Page 192 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 97 3. Partner with the Harnett County Voluntary Agricultural Advisory Board to provide access to recreation types such as hunting, fishing, nature and education. Determine where opportunities may exist to cross promote nature and farm based activities for the enjoyment of citizens. 4. Partner with the Harnett County Cooperative Extension to offer programs and access to facilities centered around agriculture, natural resource protection, and sustainability. 5. Partner with private recreation providers such as the Cape Fear River Adventures to promote diverse recreational opportunities and supplement County managed programs and events.   POLICY AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 4 Increase operating budget through implementation of a parks and recreation tax. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Implement an annual parks and recreation tax of up to 2.5% per $1,000.00 of real property assets to fund capital improvements associated with the acquisition of land and building of parks and recreation facilities throughout the County. POLICY AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 5 Establish a Parks and Recreation Commission and volunteer network to promote recreation across the County and cultivate community pride in a comprehensive parks system. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Establish a process for selecting members (ie, appointed by Board of Commissioners or other means). 2. Establish process for ensuring equitable geographic distribution of representation from the various areas of Harnett County. 3. Define and formalize terms, roles and responsibilities of the commission, meeting times and meeting structure. 4. Implement selection of members. 032017a HC BOC Page 193 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 98 POLICY AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 6 Identify continued opportunities to partner with the Harnett County School System. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Identify formal platform for person – to – person coordination such as quarterly meetings to discuss integration of efforts. 2. Implement joint-use agreements with schools currently not engaged in partnerships with the County Parks and Recreation Department. 3. Modify joint-use agreements to allow for public use on both weekdays and weekends. 4. Understand where future schools will be located and coordinate proposed outdoor recreational facilities with school site planning. 5. Work with school system to identify way to integrate outdoor education and recreation into the curriculum. Such opportunities include outdoor community and demonstration gardens, environmental education, physical education, and outdoor classrooms. POLICY AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 7 Update Unified Development Ordinance to include provisions that promote funding, land acquisition and/or easement acquisition for parks, greenway systems and blueway systems. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Review provisions and covenants of conservation easements to allow the County to install sections of greenway trails shown on the greenway master plan. 2. Revise current UDO to require proposed developments install sections of greenway shown on the greenway master plan that are located within the proposed development. A fee-in-lieu may be applied as an alternative to trail construction. Any fees secured shall be used for the sole purpose of greenway construction. 032017a HC BOC Page 194 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 99 POLICY AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 8 Continue to revise and coordinate comprehensive plans, including the upcoming Regional Bike Plan, so that proposed facilities are well coordinated. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Partner with Metropolitan Planning Organizations undertaking the development of a Regional Bike Plan and revise the greenway master plan contained herein to coordinate and connect with the proposed bike plan. 2. Complete on-going updates to this master plan as comprehensive plans are developed, so improvements are efficient and effective. POLICY AND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION 9 Increase the number of full time equivalent staff by two (2) in 2018, and 8.5 by 2030. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Identify immediate staff gaps and develop job descriptions for securing two additional FTE staff in 2018. 2. Develop list of positions to be filled by an additional 8.5 staff by 2030. Positions should be coordinated with facility improvements such as a program director and greenway trails coordinator. 3. Plan for additional staff salaries in annual operating budgets and secure funding. 032017a HC BOC Page 195 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 100 POLICY + MANAGEMENT TIME FRAMES Recommendation + Action Items 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10-15 Years 1. Develop a Public Relations and Advertising Campaign to promote the awareness of existing parks, recreation facilities and programs. (A1) Partner with the Dunn Area Tourism Authority to develop a parks and recreation based approach to tourism. x (A2) Partner with Harnett County Economic Development to further promote a recreation-based economic development strategy. x (A3) Further develop a strong brand and marketing campaign to promote the Harnett County Parks and Recreation System. x (A4) Brand the physical character of County parks to promote safety and park pride by providing a consistent and unified approach to park design.On-going 2. Continue to support local municipalities parks and recreation programs. (A1) Implement the parks and recreation tax to continue to provide funding to local municipalities for park programming and capital improvements x (A2) Improve communication and coordination of capital improvement projects to offer an integrated approach to recreation. Specifically, implement regularly scheduled meetings with County and Municipal recreation directors to discuss programming, facilities, and upcoming capital improvements. x 3. Play a greater role in developing a system of recreation facilities and programs for unincorporated and underserved areas within the county. (A1) Ensure prioritization and distribution of proposed park facilities is coordinated with growth and development patterns while servicing rural areas.x (A2) Partner with the Harnett County Planning Department to review recreational standards of the Unified Development Ordinance. x (A3) Partner with the Harnett County Voluntary Agricultural Advisory Board to provide access to recreation types such as hunting, fishing, nature and education. Determine where opportunities may exist to cross promote nature and farm based activities for the enjoyment of citizens. On-going (A4) Partner with the Harnett County Cooperative Extension to offer programs and access to facilities centered around agriculture, natural resource protection, and sustainability. On-going (A5) Partner with private recreation providers such as the Cape Fear River Adventures to promote diverse recreational opportunities and supplement County managed programs and events. On-going 4. Increase operating budget through implementation of a parks and recreation tax. (A1) Implement an annual parks and recreation tax of up to 2.5% per $1,000.00 of real property assets to fund capital improvements associated with the acquisition of land and building of parks and recreation facilities throughout the county. x 032017a HC BOC Page 196 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 101 POLICY + MANAGEMENT TIME FRAMES (CONTINUED) Recommendation + Action Items 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10-15 Years 5. Establish a Parks and Recreation Commission and volunteer network to promote recreation across the county and cultivate community pride in a comprehensive parks system. (A1) Establish a process for selecting members (ie, appointed by Board of Commissioners or other means).x (A2) Establish process for ensuring equitable geographic distribution of representation from the various areas of Harnett County.x (A3) Define and formalize terms, roles and responsibilities of the commission, meeting times and meeting structure.x (A4) Implement selection of members. x 6. Identify continued opportunities to partner with the Harnett County School System. (A1) Identify formal platform for person – to – person coordination such as quarterly meetings to discuss integration of efforts.x (A2) Implement joint-use agreements with schools currently not engaged in partnerships with the County Parks and Recreation Department.On-going (A3) Modify joint-use agreements to allow for public use on weekdays and weekends. x (A4) Understand where future schools will be located and coordinate proposed outdoor recreational facilities with school site planning.On-going (A5) Work with the school system to identify ways to integrate outdoor education and physical fitness into the curriculum. Such opportunities include outdoor community and demonstration gardens, environmental education and outdoor classrooms. On-going 7. Update Unified Development Ordinance to include provisions that promote funding, land acquisition and/or easement acquisition for parks, greenway systems and blueway systems. (A1) Review provisions and covenants of conservation easements to allow the County to install sections of greenway trails shown on the greenway master plan.x (A2) Revise current UDO to require proposed developments install sections of greenway shown on the greenway masterplan that are located within the proposed development. A fee-in-lieu may be applied as an alternative to trail construction. Any fees secured shall be used for the sole purpose of greenway construction. x 8. Continue to revise and coordinate comprehensive plans, including the upcoming Regional Bike Plan, so that proposed facilities are well coordinated. (A1) Partner with Metropolitan Planning Organizations undertaking the development of a Regional Bike Plan and revise the greenway master plan contained herein to coordinate and connect with the proposed bike plan. x (A2) Complete on-going updates to this master plan as comprehensive plans are developed, so improvements are efficient and effective.On-going 032017a HC BOC Page 197 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 102 Recommendation + Action Items 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10-15 Years 9. Increase the number of full time equivalent staff by two (2) in 2018, and 8.5 by 2030. Identify immediate staff gaps and develop job descriptions for securing two additional FTE staff in 2018.x Develop list of positions to be filled by an additional 8.5 staff by 2030. Positions should be coordinated with facility improvements such as a program director and greenway trails coordinator. x Plan for additional staff salaries in annual operating budgets and secure funding.x Hire 3 additional staff x Hire 2.5 additional staff x Hire 3 additional staff x POLICY + MANAGEMENT TIME FRAMES (CONTINUED) 032017a HC BOC Page 198 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 103 II) PROGRAMS PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION 1 Promote outdoor adventure, outdoor education, and outdoor sport programs using the river, regional parks, and other proposed facilities. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Develop the Cape Fear River as a vibrant blueway and grow programs that support different age groups and ability and promotes environmental educational, environmental conservation, physical fitness and team bonding. • Conduct a feasibility analysis to determine if the County should develop a rental station for kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, etc… • Develop blueway access points per Blueway Recommendation #1 2. Develop outdoors summer camps and after-school programs which utilize parks and rivers. Priority outdoor programs include: • Camps (summer/after-school/school breaks). • Canoing and kayaking programs • After school and Friday programs • Nature based education programs • Shooting sports facility based programs • Outdoor dog park programs • Fishing programs • Trail related programs and activities 3. Construct a multipurpose sports complex that offers a variety of outdoor sporting types (See Park Recommendation #3) to allow for development of programs which utilize the complex throughout the year. 4. Offer seasonal recreational opportunities and joint-use agreements between schools, sporting leagues and local municipalities. 5. Continue to fund construction of outdoor sports courts and fields for tennis, basketball, baseball, softball, football and volleyball programs for both youth and adult programs. 6. Develop major core facilities and programs for Senior Games Programs. 032017a HC BOC Page 199 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 104 PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION 2 Promote indoor recreation facility based programs. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Develop an indoor recreation facility in coordination with Facility / Park Recommendation #3. 2. Combine multiple uses within the recreation facility to provide a broad and flexible set of programs. Priority programs: • Walking programs for exercise • Aquatic Programs (toddler/ youth swim programs, water fitness, senior swim programs, athletic swim programs, etc.) • Sport programs that require gym space for basketball, volleyball, track and field and athletic tournaments • Exercise programs for cardio vascular, aerobic and strength training using equipment and free weights. • After school, summer camps and holiday camp programs. • Senior programs and trips. • Life skill programs in fine art and performing arts. • Adaptive program that require indoor facilities to support their needs. 3. Develop new youth and adult programs to serve the community: Youth programs: • Camps (Summer/school breaks) • After school and Friday programs • Basketball Classes • Painting and drawing classes • Martial arts/Tai Chi related programs • Environmental Education Adult programs: • Training/certification/education • Senior Recreation Programs • Aquatic sports/exercise • Painting and drawing classes • Running • Martial Arts/Tai Chi • Environmental Education 032017a HC BOC Page 200 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 105 PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION 3 Develop programs focused on special cultural events, annual celebratory events, and recreation based events to unite residents around common interests and attract visitors to enhance economic vitality. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Develop special events alongside input from the community and the Parks Board and should include traditional holiday events such as: • Christmas in the park • Memorial Day Events • 4th of July events • Labor Day Events 2. Special events should include unique events such as: • Mud Runs, triathlons • Sports Tournaments • 5k and 10K running events and • Charity events • Historic reenactments PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION 4 Hire an additional staff member to be responsible for programming in the County and to ensure program coordination when using the various facilities found in parks, greenways and blueways. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Develop a program plan for the County which details core programs, important programs and value added programs. 2. In conjunction with the creation of a program plan, a pricing plan needs to be developed. The pricing plan will focus on the public and private benefit associated with the programs provided, as well as a establishing a cost recovery goal for each core program service area. 3. Coordinate with existing public entities (such as the Cooperative Extension) and local non-profits (such as the Western Harnett Youth Recreation/ Harnett County Partnerships for Children Inc./Kiwanis Club of Western Harnett/ Harnett Forward/The Lions Club Foundation) to grow programs offered throughout the County. This could include creating a partnership policy to create a framework for interacting with public/private partners and how this formal relationship is structured. 032017a HC BOC Page 201 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 106 PROGRAM TIME-FRAMES Recommendation + Action Items 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10-15 Years 1. Promote outdoor adventure, outdoor education, and outdoor sport programs using the river, regional parks, and other proposed facilities. (1A) Develop the Cape Fear River as a vibrant blueway and grow programs that support different age groups and ability and promotes environmental educational, environmental conservation, physical fitness and team bonding. On-going (1B) Develop outdoors summer camps and after-school programs which utilize parks and rivers. On-going (1C) Construct a multipurpose sports complex that offers a variety of outdoor sporting types (See Facility/Park Recommendation #3) to allow for development of programs which utilize the complex throughout the year. x x (1D) Offer seasonal recreational opportunities and joint-use agreements between schools, sporting leagues and local municipalities. x x (1E) Continue to fund construction of outdoor sports courts and fields for tennis, basketball, baseball, softball, football and volleyball programs for both youth and adult programs. On-going (1F) Develop major core facilities and programs for Senior Games Programs.On-going 2. Promote indoor recreation facility based programs. (2A) Develop an indoor recreation facility in coordination with Facility / Park Recommendation #3.x x (2B) Combine multiple uses within the recreation facility to provide a broad and flexible set of programs. x (2C) Develop new youth and adult programs to serve the community.On-going 3. Develop programs focused on special cultural events, annual celebratory events, and recreation based events to unite residents around common interests and attract visitors to enhance economic vitality. (3C) Develop special events which celebrate traditional holidays and unique events alongside input from the community and the Parks Board. On-going 4. Hire an additional staff member to be responsible for programming in the county and to ensure program coordination when using the various facilities found in parks, greenways and blueways. (4A) Develop a program plan for the county which details core programs, important programs and value added programs. x (4B) In conjunction with the creation of a program plan, a pricing plan needs to be developed. x (4C) Coordinate with existing public entities and local non-profits to grow programs offered throughout the county. x 032017a HC BOC Page 202 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 107 III) FACILITIES - PARKS, GREENWAYS, BLUEWAYS A) PARKS PARK RECOMMENDATION 1 Acquire 1,209 additional acres of parkland by 2030. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Identify acreage currently owned by the County that does not have existing plans for development as parkland or conservation as open space. 2. Coordinate with the Harnett County Development Services Department to identify areas of rapid growth (based on applications for development plans) and begin acquiring land. 3. Identify percentage of annual budget dedicated for land acquisition. 4. Seek opportunities to acquire land through donations, public-private partnerships, land leases, and joint use agreements. 5. Acquire land for one additional Neighborhood Park at approximately 3-10 acres in size. • Shaw Town Park 6. Acquire land for four District Parks at approximately 100 acres in size each. • Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail Park • Southwest Harnett District Park • North Harnett District Park • Middle Point District Park 7. Acquire land for six Community Parks at approximately 40 acres in size each. 8. Acquire land for satellite maintenance and management office. 032017a HC BOC Page 203 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 108 PARK RECOMMENDATION 2 Implement existing site-specific master plans and planned park expansions. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Anderson Creek Park – Implement Phase II through Phase V of the master plan. Phase II Improvements: • Gravel entrance from east property edge to the gravel drive installed in Phase 1. • Restroom building near the equestrian parking area. • Gravel pedestrian pathway along the edge of the gravel entrance. • Remaining primary pedestrian asphalt trails through the park. • Footbridges, stone retaining walls and signage as necessary. • Four picnic pavilions and associated picnic table and trash receptacles. • One restroom building near equestrian parking area. • Security gates and bollards along trail ends. • Clearing and grubbing, demolition, grading and erosion control for the above elements. Phase III: • Mountain bike trail. • Secondary asphalt trails throughout the park. • Seven overlook structures, footbridges, trail signage, interpretative signage and stone retaining walls along the trail system as needed. • Council ring. • Information kiosk. • Clearing and grubbing, demolition, grading and erosion control for the above elements. Phase IV: • Equestrian trails with stone retaining walls as needed. • Southern playground area with gravel roadway and parking areas. • Gathering building. • Clearing and grubbing, demolition, grading and erosion control for the above elements. Phase V: • Pave all gravel sidewalks along roadways with concrete sidewalks. • Pave all roadway/gravel areas (except equestrian area) with asphalt. 032017a HC BOC Page 204 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 109 2. Ponderosa Park – Develop the 19-acre tract owned by the County. Begin construction per the site plan: • Basketball court • Picnic shelter • Playground • Multipurpose field with backstops • Walking trails 3. Government Complex – Begin construction per master plan for Phase 1: • Entry drive • Ballfields • Multi-purpose fields • Wildlife Observation Deck • River access/canoe launch • Multi-use trail network • Elevated boardwalk • Parking area 4. Secure funding for Phase II of the Government Complex. 5. Barbeque Park Expansion – Begin construction on the expansion of the ballfields. 6. Neil’s Creek Park – Expand the existing park services to include: • Playground • Walking Trail System • Multi-purpose field • Parking area 7. Old Boone Trail High School – Successfully develop the media center building into a public resource for learning and arts. Improve the basketball court to be fully operable within the 2017 calendar year. • Develop programs to meet unmet needs: • Camps (Summer/School break) • After school and Friday programs • Basketball programs • Painting/Drawing classes • Training/Certification/Education programs/offerings • Senior recreational programs 032017a HC BOC Page 205 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 110 RECOMMENDATION 3 Construct indoor community / recreation center to support indoor recreational programs, fitness and athletics. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Identify most strategic location for indoor recreation facility in accordance with the concept of developing multiple “anchor facilities” at various locations within the County. 2. Acquire land to support the facility. 3. Secure funding for the facility. 4. Begin construction of the indoor community/recreation center. 032017a HC BOC Page 206 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 111 FACILITY TIME-FRAMES Recommendation + Action Items 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10-15 Years Parks 1. Acquire 1,209 additional acres of parkland by 2030. (1A) Identify acreage currently owned by the County that does not have existing plans for development as parkland or conservation as open space. x (1B) Coordinate with the Harnett County Development Services Department to identify areas of rapid growth (based on applications for development plans) and begin acquiring land. On-going (1C) Identify percentage of annual budget dedicated for land acquisition. On-going (1D) Seek opportunities to acquire land through donations, public-private partnerships, land leases, and joint use agreements. On-going (1E) Acquire land to construct one Neighborhood Park at approximately 3-10 acres in size. 1 Park (1F) Acquire land for District Parks at approximately 100 acres in size each.1 Park 2 Parks 2 Parks (1G) Acquire land for Community Parks at approximately 40 acres in size each. - 2 Parks 1 Park (1H) Construct satellite maintenance and management office (Assumes office will be located in previously aquired land) - 2. Implement existing site-specific master plans and planned park expansions. (2A) Anderson Creek Park – Implement Phase II through Phase V of the master plan. Ph.2 Ph.3,4 Ph.5 (2C) Ponderosa Park – Develop the 19-acre tract owned by the County. Begin construction per the site plan. x (2D) Government Complex – Begin construction per the master plan of Phase 1. x (3E) Secure funding for Phase II of the Government Complex. x (4F) Barbeque Park Expansion – Begin construction on the expansion of the ballfields. x (5F) Neil’s Creek Park – Expand the existing park services. x (6F) Old Boone Trail High School – Successfully develop the media center building into a public resource for learning and arts and improve the basketball court. x 3. Construct indoor community / recreation center to support indoor recreational programs, fitness and athletics. x x (3A) Identify most strategic location for indoor recreation facility in accordance with the concept of developing multiple “anchor facilities” at various locations within the County. x (3B) Acquire land to support the facility (Assumes community will be located in previously acquired land) x (3C) Secure funding for the facility. x (3D) Begin construction for an indoor community/ recreation center. x x 032017a HC BOC Page 207 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 112 B) GREENWAYS GREENWAY RECOMMENDATION 1 Plan and construct 36 miles of additional greenway. ACTION ITEMS: 1. Conduct feasibility studies of individual greenway sections focusing on the following: • Detailed study of property ownership and right-of-way acquisition needs and feasibility • Develop alternative routes if ROW acquisition is not feasible • Develop strategies for funding and partnerships • User input to determine need for trail typologies (ie, bike, equestrian, walking / running) • Identification of street and waterway crossings • Determination of trail surface and cross section • Further identification of points of interest (historic or cultural, civic, natural, etc) 2. Connect people and place. Use greenway trails to connect places of interest, schools, parks, civic institutions and residential neighborhoods. 3. Secure easements along environmentally sensitive corridors to promote conservation and environmental protection. 4. Make use of utility easements for ease of right of way/easement acquisition. Greenway Section are as follows: • Extension of the Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail: 1.6 miles to the Cape Fear River Trail Park. • Eastern Greenway Connector: +/- 7 miles connecting to proposed sections of the East Coast Greenway in Benson, and the Mountains to Sea Trail in Smithfield. • Southern River Trail Extension: +/- 5 miles south from the Cape Fear River Park along the Cape Fear River to the County line. 032017a HC BOC Page 208 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 113 • Middle River Trail Extension: +/- 10 miles between the Cape Fear River Park and NC Wildlife River Access Point • Western River Trail Extension: +/- 8 miles between the NC Wildlife river access point and Raven Rock State Park • Upper River Trail Extension: +/- 5 miles extending from Raven Rock state park to the western most County line • Upper Little River Trail Extension: +/- 15 miles from the Cape Fear River Trail (section 4 above) to the American Legion River Access Point • Western Greenway Trail Extension: +/-18 miles covering greenway connections from Lillington to the western County line • Central Greenway Trail Extension: +/- 29 miles of greenway trail connecting Lillington to “unincorporated park” and Old Boone Trail High School Park to Anderson Creek Park. • Western Greenway Trail Extension: +/-32 miles in the southwestern part of the County connecting the proposed community and district parks Recommendation + Action Items 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10-15 Years Greenways 1. Plan and construct 36 miles of additional greenway. x (1.1A) Conduct feasibility studies of individual greenway sections. x x (1.1B) Connect people and place. Use greenway trails to connect places of inter- est, schools, parks, civic institutions and residential neighborhoods. x x x (1.1C) Secure easements along environmentally sensitive corridors to promote conservation and environmental protection. x x x (1.1D) Make use of utility easements for ease of right of way/easement acquisi- tion. x x x 2. Hire a Greenway Coordinator to complete recommended feasibility studies, secure funding, identify partner organizations, promote the greenway system, and acquire property / easements. x 032017a HC BOC Page 209 HARNETT COUNTY ACTION PLAN6 114 C) BLUEWAYS ACTION ITEMS: RECOMMENDATION 1 Provide one river access point every 4-6 miles along the Cape Fear and Upper Little Rivers for a total of 8 proposed access points. 1. Identify river access points at 4-6 mile intervals along the Cape Fear and Upper Little Rivers. 2. Secure a minimum of 2 acres of land for river access points. Secure additional acreage to leverage river access point for creation of a “destination” park. 3. Determine if any of the proposed blueway sites are eligible for designation as a NC State Blueway granted by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NC DENR) State Trails Program and thus eligibility for federal funding from the Department of the Interior (National Parks). All such sites shall be subject to the NCDENR Blueway Trail standards. 4. Develop publicly accessible website and publication outlining emergency contact information, water conditions, trail difficulty rating, local hazards and “leave no trace” principles. 032017a HC BOC Page 210 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 115 5. Adopt design standards for blueway access points. The following are recommended: • Provide a minimum of 5 car parking site demarcated with signage. • Provide a natural but well maintained pathway (minimum 6’ wide, vegetation no higher than 5 inches) from parking to water access. • Provide permanently affixed canoe or kayak stand every 1000 feet if the pathway from parking area exceeds 1500 linear feet. • Provide marked water access point with reflective signage visible from the water. • Provide seating opportunities appropriate for the site located at access points or other amenities (ie, grills, fire pit, etc). • Inclusion of additional amenities such as camp sites, grills, fire pit, and educational signage is strongly encouraged. • All facilities shall meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. • Visible Blueway access point signage displaying emergency contact numbers and paddler skill level is required in all parking areas. Recommendation + Action Items 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10-15 Years Blueways 3. Provide one river access point every 4-6 miles along the Cape Fear and Up- per Little Rivers for a total of 8 proposed access points. x (3.1A) Identify river access points at 4-6 mile intervals along the Cape Fear and Upper Little Rivers. x (3.1B) Secure a minimum of 2 acres of land for river access points. Secure addi- tional acreage to leverage river access point for creation of a “destination” park. x (3.1C) Determine if any of the proposed blueway sites are eligible for designa- tion as a NC State Blueway. x (3.1D) Develop publicly accessible website and publication outlining emergency contact information, water conditions, trail difficulty rating, local hazards and “leave no trace” principles. x (3.1E) Adopt design standards for blueway access points. x 032017a HC BOC Page 211 032017a HC BOC Page 212 Tab 7 FUNDING 032017a HC BOC Page 213 HARNETT COUNTY FUNDING 7 116 INTRODUCTION Based on the recommendations and action plan, we have developed an estimate of probable cost for 1-5, 5-10 and 10-15 year planning horizons. This master plan presets recommendations based on the level of services desired by Harnett County’s residents and management. The below estimates the financial responsibility to achieve this level of service. While aggressive, costs to implement this master plan must be presented so realistic financial planning and fund acquisition can begin. It is clear that grants, annual operating budgets, capital improvement plans, fundraising or donations alone will not achieve the level of financial investment required of this plan. As outlined under the policy and management recommendations, this plan recommends implementation of a parks and recreation tax of up to 2.5% of the value of real property assets to fund improvements aimed at achieving the desire level of service for Harnett County’s parks system. While the implementation of the tax may not be permanent, it may be the most efficient and effective way to provide funding for initial improvements while other funding sources are developed. The cost estimates contained herein are based on number of assumptions all of which are subject to change based on market driven land values, cost of labor and materials and ultimate facility design and method of construction. The estimates herein are for budgetary purposes only and shall not be for property appraisal or other purposed that have bearing on finances, sales or performance based criteria. The following assumptions apply to our Statement of Probable costs: • Costs related to the Government Complex are based on those taken from the Government Complex Park master Plan prepared by McGill dated August,2014. Some costs were modified based on the 2016 PARTF Grant award for Phase 1 improvements. • Costs related to Anderson Creek Park are based on those taken from the Master Plan Booklet prepared by WK Dickson dated September, 2008. • Costs for park expansion including Neill’s Creek and Old Boone Trail High School renovation were provided by Harnett County. • Construction costs for future neighborhood, community and district parks (including indoor facilities) along with greenways and blueways are based on industry standards for park construction of similar size and facility type. Refined cost estimates are recommended once site specific master plans have been completed. 032017a HC BOC Page 214 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 117 STATEMENT OF PROBABLE COSTS Parks 1-5 Year Cost 5-10 Year Cost 10-15 Year Cost 1. Acquire 1,043 additional acres of parkland by 2030. Neighborhood Park $40,000.00 Community Parks $320,000.00 $640,000.00 $640,000.00 District Parks - $1,600,000 $800,000 Subtotal $320,000 $2,240,000 $1,440,000 2. Implement existing site-specific master plans and planned park expansions. (A2) Anderson Creek Park – Implement Phase II through Phase V of the master plan. $995,600 $1,958,250 $1,526,900 (A2) Ponderosa Park – Develop the 19-acre tract owned by the County. Begin construction per the site plan. $440,000 (A2) Government Complex – Begin construction per the master plan of Phase 1. $831,316 (A2) Government Complex - Remaining Phases $8,802,259 (A2) Barbeque Park Expansion – Begin construction on the expansion of the ballfields. $300,000 (A2) Neil’s Creek Park – Expand the existing park services. $475,000 (A2) Old Boone Trail High School – Successfully develop the media center building into a public resource for learning and arts and improve the basketball court. $300,000 Subtotal $2,901,916 $11,200,509 $1,526,900 2. Construct Proposed Community and District Parks Construct 1 Neighborhood Park $250,000 Construct 1 District Park $6,500,000 Construct 2 District Parks (includes indoor aquatic facility - see below for additional cost) $4,800,000 Construct 2 Community Parks $3,000,000 Construct 2 District Parks (includes community recreation center - see below for additional costs) $7,000,000 Construct 1 Community Park $1,500,000 Subtotal $6,500,000 $7,800,000 $8,500,000 3. Construct indoor community / recreation center to support indoor recreational programs, fitness and athletics. Construction of indoor aquatic facility $5,200,000 Construction for an indoor community/ recreation center. $3,000,000 Subtotal $- $5,200,000 $3,000,000 032017a HC BOC Page 215 HARNETT COUNTY FUNDING 7 118 Greenways 1-5 Year Cost 5-10 Year Cost 10-15 Year Cost 4. Plan and construct 36 miles of additional greenway. Extension of Dunn-Erwin Rails-To-Trail - Eastern Greenway Connector $7,000,000 Southern River Trail Extension $5,000,000 Middle River Trail Extension $10,000,000 Western River Trail Extension $8,000,000 Upper River Trail Extension $5,000,000 Subtotal $7,000,000 $10,000,000 $18,000,000 5. Hire a Greenway Coordinator to complete recommended feasibility studies, secure funding, identify partner organizations, pro- mote the greenway system, and acquire property / easements. See Policy + Management Costs Below Blueways 6. Provide one river access point every 4-6 miles along the Cape Fear and Upper Little Rivers for a total of 8 proposed access points. Northwest Harnett Access $316,000 American Legion Access $100,000 Access before Raven Rock State Park $316,000 Between NC Wildlife Ramp & Cape Fear - Upper Little River Intersection $100,000 North & Upper Little River Intersection $300,000 South Harnett Access $316,000 Upper Little River & Highway 401 Intersection $300,000 Upper Little River & Ross Rd $316,000 Subtotal $516,000 $616,000 $932,000 Policy + Management Costs Increase the number of full time equivalent staff by two (2) in 2018, and 8.5 by 2030. Hire 3 additional staff $480,000 Hire 2.5 additional staff $400,000 Hire 3 additional staff $320,000 Subtotal $480,000 $400,000 $320,000 TOTAL COST $17,717,916 $37,456,509 $33,718,900 STATEMENT OF PROBABLE COSTS (CONTINUED) 032017a HC BOC Page 216 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 119 GRANTS The North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) (STATE) Provides dollar-for-dollar matching grants to local governments for parks and recreational projects to serve the public. PARTF is the primary source of funding to build and renovate facilities in the state parks as well as to buy land for new and existing parks. The North Carolina Trails Program (STATE) The North Carolina Trails Program is dedicated to helping citizens, organizations and agencies plan, develop and manage all types of trails ranging from greenways and trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding to river trails and off-highway vehicle trails. Program duties include administration of federal Recreational Trails Program grants. These grants help to fund trails and trail- related recreational needs. NCDOT Regional Bicycles Plans (STATE) NCDOT’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Division provides funding and technical assistance to develop comprehensive regional bicycle plans. The plans may focus on both on-road and off-road bicycle connections between origins and destinations, such as municipal jurisdictions, recreational resources and other points of interest, within a defined multi-county region. These connections identify improvements primarily to existing roadways, but may potentially locate preferred alignments through public lands or new developments for greenways and rail trails. NCDOT Planning Grant Initiative (STATE) The NCDOT Division of Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation and the Transportation Planning Branch created an annual matching grant program – the Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant Initiative – to encourage municipalities to develop comprehensive bicycle plans and pedestrian plans. This program was initiated in January 2004 and is currently administered through NCDOT-DBPT. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)(FEDERAL) The Department sponsors the state-administered Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Grants from this program are used to acquire real estate property for public use, demolish blighted structures, and construct and renovate public service facilities, recreational facilities, and public and private buildings. Funds are also used to support economic development activities including assisting micro-enterprises. Grants are administered by 032017a HC BOC Page 217 HARNETT COUNTY FUNDING 7 120 states to cities and counties with fewer than 50,000 and 200,000 residents respectively. Up to 3 percent of the grant can be allocated to cover technical assistance and administrative expense. NRPA (NATIONAL) NRPA’s Partnership and Business Development department works with funders and like-minded organizations to make an impact through local parks across NRPA’s pillars: conservation, health and wellness, and social equity. The NRPA offers a myriad of grants and program resources that provide funding to parks and recreation departments. A list of programs can be found on their website. North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund The state’s Clean Water Management Trust Fund (CWMTF) funds projects that (1) enhance or restore degraded waters, (2) protect unpolluted waters, and/or (3) contribute toward a network of riparian buffers and greenways for environmental, educational, and recreational benefits. CWMTF receives a direct appropriation from the General Assembly in order to issue grants to local governments, state agencies and conservation non-profits to help finance projects that specifically address water pollution problems. The 21-member, independent, CWMTF Board of Trustees has full responsibility over the allocation of moneys from the Fund. (www.cwmtf.net) Federal Transportation Enhancement (TE) Funds Only those projects that are listed in one of the following categories are eligible for transportation enhancement funds: Provision of facilities for pedestrians and bicycles; Provision of safety and educational activities for pedestrians and bicyclists; Acquisition of scenic easements and scenic or historic sites (including historic battlefields); Scenic or historic highway programs (including the provision of tourist and welcome center facilities); Landscaping and other scenic beautification; Historic preservation; rehabilitation and operation of historic transportation buildings, structures, or facilities (including historic railroad facilities and canals); Preservation of abandoned railway corridors (including the conversion and use of the corridors for pedestrian or bicycle trails); Inventory, control, and removal of outdoor advertising; Archaeological planning and research; Environmental mitigation; and Establishment of transportation museums. (www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/te/teas.htm) 032017a HC BOC Page 218 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 121 North Carolina Department of Transportation The NCDOT Division of Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation (DBPT) and the Transportation Planning Branch created an annual matching grant program – the Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant Initiative – to encourage municipalities to develop comprehensive bicycle plans and pedestrian plans. This program was initiated in January 2004 and is currently administered through NCDOT-DBPT. As of the summer of 2010, a total of $2,268,818 has been allocated to 92 municipalities through this grant program. Funding for the program comes from an allocation first approved by the North Carolina General Assembly in 2003 in addition to federal funds earmarked specifically for bicycle and pedestrian planning through the Department’s Transportation Planning Branch. (www.ncdot.gov/bikeped/planning/) SPORTS FISH RESTORATION PROGRAM (NATIONAL) Provides grant funds to states for boating access and aquatic education. The grant was established to create, restore and better manage America’s declining fisheries. https://wsfrprograms.fws.gov/subpages/grantprograms/sfr/sfr.htm 032017a HC BOC Page 219 HARNETT COUNTY FUNDING 7 122 BONDS Major park and recreation improvements can be funded on either a long or short term basis. Major capital improvements are often financed with either general obligation bonds, revenue bonds or limited tax notes. Bond financing is an economical means of borrowing money to fund capitol projects that are above the annual operating budget. A public vote is required to ensure these funds are available and desired by the community. General Obligation Bonds are those types of cash-raising instruments in which the payment on interest and principal is drawn from the general tax revenues of the municipality. There are several types of bonds that vary according to the method established by state law which determines the method of debt retirement. Term Bonds - With a term bond the City would agree to pay off the entire principal at the end of a specified period of time. This is done through the use of a sinking fund. A sinking fund requires an annual amount of money to be set aside until the amount of the bond retirement payment is reached. Callable Bonds - Callable bonds are a special type of bond issuance in which the government entity has the option to call in the bond for payment at a specified time before the end of its term, or at any time the City chooses. Because of fluctuations in the municipal bond interest rates, issuers of callable bonds may call higher interest rate bonds in and reissue the bonds at lower interest rates according to the present state of the market. Serial Bonds - With serial bonds the City pays the bond purchaser a specified portion of the principal plus interest each year that the bond is in effect. Under this method the face value of the bond is reduced by a certain percentage each year. This is done in equal payments similar to making a car payment or house payment. Revenue or Assessment Bonds - Revenue or Assessment Bonds are those bonds where the funds are derived from special assessments or fees levied on those who use the facility. Park and recreation facilities typically financed with revenue bonds are golf courses, marinas, stadiums, sports complexes and cultural centers. With these types of bonds, the city must secure a municipal bond rating. Bond packages using these methods of financing must be approved by voters before 032017a HC BOC Page 220 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 123 the city can sell the bonds. Voter’s are usually concerned about the nature of the bond repayment schedule and how much their property taxes could increase during the repayment period of the bonds. Calling a bond election entails certain political considerations. These must be looked at in the context of recent bond elections, scheduled bond elections, and possible future bond elections. A proposed bond issue should clearly respond to priorities as outlined in the cost projection. A city should update this information by conducting a separate, detailed public opinion survey on a recreation bond. CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONS The Carolina Thread Trail (REGIONAL) It is a comprehensive effort aimed at preserving and enhancing our region’s natural resources for the enjoyment of future generations. It is about collaboration, connectivity, and leverage: collaborating to promote and protect the region’s quality of life; connecting communities and people, and leveraging catalytic private capital with public capital to protect and create local and regional assets. It seeks to accomplish its objectives by inviting and encouraging communities to participate in a regional effort through their local actions. All communities with the 15-county region described below are eligible to participate, regardless of their current level of trail development. Counties include Anson, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly and Union. Adopt-A-Foot Program These are typically small grant programs that fund new construction, repair/ renovation, maps, trail brochures, facilities (bike racks, picnic areas, birding equipment) as well as provide maintenance support. The Adopt-A-Foot program is in the form of cash contributions that range from $2,640 to $26,400 over a five-year period. Greenways Conservation Groups Conservation groups adopt green corridors to support the operations and capital costs for specific greenway corridors. These groups raise needed money for designated greenways for capital and operations costs. Floodway Funding Sources Many cities and counties have used floodway funding sources to support 032017a HC BOC Page 221 HARNETT COUNTY FUNDING 7 124 development and operations of greenways. This funding source is used extensively in Houston, Texas, and in Cleveland, Ohio for their park systems. Greenway Trust Fund Another strategy used by several communities is the creation of a trust fund for land acquisition and facility development that is administered by a private greenway advocacy group, or by a local greenway commission. A trust fund can aid in the acquisition of large parcels of high-priority properties that may be lost if not acquired by private sector initiative. Money may be contributed to the trust fund from a variety of sources, including the municipal and county general funds, private grants, and gifts. Greenway Foundations Greenway foundations focus on developing and maintaining trails and green corridors on a County-wide basis. The City could seek land leases along their trails as a funding source, in addition to selling miles of trails to community corporations and nonprofits in the City. The development rights along the trails can also be sold to local utilities for water, sewer, fiber optic, and cable lines on a per mile basis to support development and management of these corridors. Some greenway foundations have created its own specific Greenway Trail license plate which they have had in place for over 20 years to help support the development and maintenance of trails in their city and should be expanded. The cities get $45 dollars from each greenway tag sold. This could really be expanded if promoted on trails, in publications and on the city’s website. Conservancy or Friends Organization This type of nonprofit is devoted to supporting a specific park like Centennial Park. These Park Conservancy’s or Friends Groups are a major funding source for parks in the United States and should be considered for Metro Parks. Tony Hawk Foundation (Skatepark Grants) The Tony Hawk Foundation seeks to foster lasting improvements in society, with an emphasis on supporting and empowering youth. The principal focus of foundation grants is to encourage and facilitate the design, development, construction, and operation of new quality skateboard parks and facilities, located in low-income communities in the United States. Grant awards are between $1,000 and $25,000. The foundation may offer technical assistance on design and construction, promotional materials, and other information. The foundation may also facilitate support from vendors, suppliers, and 032017a HC BOC Page 222 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 125 community leaders. Grants are based on a one-time, single-year award, although they may be paid over more than one year, if appropriate. The foundation does not provide sustaining funds or multi-year grants. United States Soccer Foundation As the major charitable arm of soccer in the U.S., the United States Soccer Foundation has invested more that $48 million in the game. The Foundation annually provides grant support to local communities and soccer organizations aimed at achieving the mission to enhance and grow the sport of soccer. The primary focus is providing grants to projects and programs that develop players, coaches, and referees in economically disadvantaged urban areas encompassing populations of 50,000 or more. The Foundation also provides assistance to develop fields, including state-of-the-art synthetic grass surfaces, irrigation and lighting. (www.ussoccerfoundation.org/grants) Dick’s Sporting Goods Sponsorships and Donations Dick Stack, founder of Dick’s Sporting Goods, believed that sports play a vital role in teaching children fundamental values like a strong work ethic, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. And he understood that supoorting the organizations that make youth sports possible is the best way to promote those values. This year, through its Community Youth Sports Program, Dick’s will donate more than 56,000 coach’s equipment kits to youth baseball, football, soccer, basketball, lacrosse and hockey organizations across selected markets - reaching over 1.1 million kids. (dickssportinggoods.sponsorport.com) Baseball Tomorrow Fund The Baseball Tomorrow Fund (BTF) is a joint initiative between Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association that was established in 1999 through a $10 million commitment by Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association. The mission of BTF is to promote and enhance the growth of youth participation in baseball and softball throughout the world by funding programs, fields, coaches’ training, and the purchase of uniforms and equipment to encourage and maintain youth participation in the game. Grants are designed to be sufficiently flexible to enable applicants to address needs unique to their communities. The funds are intended to finance a new program, expand or improve an existing program, undertake a new collaborative effort, or obtain facilities or equipment. BTF provides grants to non-profit and tax-exempt 032017a HC BOC Page 223 HARNETT COUNTY FUNDING 7 126 organizations in both rural and urban communities. BTF awards an average of 40 grants per year totaling more than $1.5 million annually. The average grant amount is approximately $40,000. (www.baseballtomorrowfund.com) The Kodak American Greenways Program The program provides small grants tol and trusts, watershed organizations, local governments and others seeking to create or enhance greenways in communities throughout America. The program was established in response to the recommendation from the President’s Commission on Americans Outdoors that a national network of greenways be created. Since the program’s inception in 1989, more than $800,000 has been granted to nearly 700 organizations in all 50 states. Funded projects typically advance one or more of the following Program goals, catalyzing new greenway projects, assisting grassroots greenway organizations, leveraging additional money for conservation and greenway development or promoting use and enjoyment of greenways. (www.conservationfund.org/kodak_awards) PRIVATE CHARITABLE DONATIONS Efforts to maintain and nurture new partnerships should continue to be fostered into the future to help supplement land and funds not provided by grants, park revenue, and governmental assistance. Private Individual Donations Private individual donations can come in the form of liquid investments (i.e. cash, stock, bonds) or land. Municipalities typically create funds to facilitate and simplify a transaction from an individual’s donation to the given municipality. Donations are mainly received when a widely supported capital improvement program is undergone. Such donations can improve capital budgets and/or projects. Corporate Donations Corporate donations are often received in the form of liquid investments (i.e. cash, stock, bonds) and in the form of land. Municipalities typically create funds to facilitate and simplify a transaction from a corporation’s donation to the given municipality. Donations are mainly received when a widely supported capital improvement program is undergone. Such donations can 032017a HC BOC Page 224 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 127 improve capital budgets and/or projects. Corporate Sponsorships Corporate sponsorships are often delivered in the form of services, personnel volunteers, liquid investments (cash or stock) or land. Municipalities often team with corporations for necessary and or alternative funding. A sponsorship, which is the equivalent of a donation, usually involves some marketing elements or recognition in some form or another. The benefits of marketing often improve the image of the given corporation and are often thought to benefit both parties. Fundraising / Campaign Drives Organization and individuals can participate in a fund-raiser of a campaign drive. It is essential to market the purpose of a fund raiser to rally support and financial backing. Oftentimes fundraising satisfies the need for public awareness, public education, and financial support. Land Trust Acquisition and Donation Land trusts are held by a third party other than the primary holder and the beneficiaries. This land is oftentimes held in a corporation for facilitating the transfer between two parties. For conservation purposes, land is often held in a land trust and received through a land trust. A land trust typically has a specific purpose such as conservation and is used so land will be preserved as the primary holder had originally intended. ADDITIONAL FUNDING SOURCES Installment Purchase Agreement An installment purchase agreement is basically a payment plan to compensate property owners for restrictions on the future use of their land. IPAs spread out payments so that landowners receive tax exempt interest over a period up to 30 years. The principal of the sales amount is due at the end of the agreed upon term thus making the agreement favorable in terms of property taxes. However, because installment purchase agreements are essentially long-term debt, the agreements generally require the same approvals as general obligation bonds and require a dedicated funding source to be in place (American Farmland Trust, 2000). Stormwater Utility Fees Storm water fees are financial obligations levied on land owners to 032017a HC BOC Page 225 HARNETT COUNTY FUNDING 7 128 compensate for storm water services provided. The fees obtained on the municipal’s behalf are important for municipal fiscal budgets, future capital projects, and general operations and management. The primary concern for most municipalities is the actual rate and the collection process. Oftentimes, the process is complicated and lacks an overall understanding on behalf of consumers as well as the respective municipality. Local Option Sales Tax State authorized sales tax on a variety of retail purchases used by counties for capital improvement projects. This is a method of appropriating funding for projects without incurring debt and is therefore considered an equitable method for creating funding. This decision is typically left up to voters as to whether or not they wish to extend a local option sales tax. Impact Fee/Developer Contribution Development impact fees are one-time charges applied to offset the additional public-service costs of new development. The fees are typically applied at the time a building permit is issued and are dedicated to provision of additional services, such as water and sewer systems, roads, schools, libraries, and parks and recreation facilities, made necessary by the presence of new residents in the area. Impact fees are essentially user fees levied in anticipation of use, expanding the capacity of existing services to handle additional demand. There are multiple methods of exercising an impact fee and can be somewhat creative depending on current demand. In Lieu of Fees Developers often dedicate open space or greenways in exchange for waiving fees associated with park and open space allocation requirements in respect to proposed development. These types of requirements are presented within local municipal codes and ordinances. Mitigation Banking Mitigation banking involves the creation, preservation, or enhancement of wetlands. This happens only when wetland losses are unavoidable in advance of development actions, when the wetland cannot be compensated for within the development’s parameters, or when the wetland would not be as environmentally beneficial. It typically involves the consolidation of small, fragmented wetland mitigation projects into one large contiguous site. Units of restored, created, enhanced, or preserved wetlands are expressed as 032017a HC BOC Page 226 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan 129 “credits” which may subsequently be withdrawn to offset “debits” incurred at a project development site. 032017a HC BOC Page 227 Tab 9 APPENDIX 032017a HC BOC Page 228 032017a HC BOC Page 229 APPENDIX 1 INVENTORY + ANALYSIS OF EXISTING PARKS 032017a HC BOC Page 230 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 205 Jackson Road, Dunn, NC Municipal Park INVENTORY • 4 Baseball/Softball Fields • 3 Multi-Purpose Fields • 1 Batting Cage PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • The multi-use fields appear to be well maintained with turf in good condition. • The lighting for multi-use fields appear new and in good condition. • The baseball fields appear well maintained with turf in good condition. • The lighting for the baseball fields appear outdated. • The fencing and fence player protection at the baseball fields appear in fair condition. • The baseball fields have electronic scoreboards and appear to be in fair condition. • The bleachers throughout the site seem new and in good condition. • The large playground area close to the community center contains play equipment in fair condition with a sand surface. • The two soccer goals show signs of neglect with no nets and visible signs of rust. • The two picnic shelters appear to be in good condition. • The batting cage appear to be in good condition. • The concession building ’s restrooms appear to be non-functioning. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • Sidewalks appear to meet ADA standards. • There is minimal standing water throughout the site indicating stormwater drainage is adequate. • The main parking is asphalt and the paint striping is in good condition. • The secondary parking area has asphalt and striping but some deterioration from wear and tear and old age. VISUAL CHARACTER • The site appears to be in good condition and well maintained. • The site lacks consist character and style of site furnishings and has minimal signage to guide visitors. • The entrance signage is relatively small and set back from the access road limiting visibility of the park. • Landscape material on site consist of evergreen shrubs, Bradford pears and oaks with few large canopy trees resulting in minimal shade for pedestrians. • Due to the adjacency to the active Community Center, the park feels safe. The edges of the park feel secure due to good sight lines and good lighting. CLARANCE LEE TART MEMORIAL PARK • 2 Playgrounds • 1 Walking Trail • 2 Picnic Shelters 032017a HC BOC Page 231 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 803 W Harnett Street, Dunn, NC Municipal Park INVENTORY • 3 Baseball/Softball Fields • 1 Batting Cage • 3 Tennis Courts • Veterans Memorial Fountain/Plaza • 1 Miracle Field • 1 Splash pad • 1 Playground • 1 Picnic Shelter • 2 Bocce Courts PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Athletic facilities are recently constructed and appear to be in very good condition. • The field lighting appears to new and high quality. • The picnic shelter appears to be well used by visitors and in good condition. • There are no bike racks on site. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • There was standing water between fields indicating possible drainage issues. • There are highly eroded soils at low point of site indicating possible drainage issues. • The paths and concrete areas appear to be in good condition. • The parking for the site appears adequate to meet visitor needs. VISUAL CHARACTER • Athletic fields appear to be well maintained and each field is named helping visitors navigate through the park. • The park appears to be well landscaped with several enhanced planting areas. • The park feels safe because of a centralized location within Dunn resulting in “eyes on the park”. • The park appears to have many new facilities with adequate safety specifications. • The site signage is consistent with the Community Center creating a unified visitor experience. TYLER PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 232 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 308 S Burke Street, Dunn, NC Municipal Park INVENTORY • 1 Multi-Purpose Field • 1 Pool • 2 Basketball Courts • 1 Playgrounds • 1 Picnic Shelter • Walking Trail PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Multi-use fields appear in fair condition. • The swimming pool is empty and doesn’t appear to be open to the public. • The basketball courts’ goals appear to be average quality while the court surface is cracking and appears to be in poor quality. • The lighting for the basketball court appears to be outdated. • The play equipment is maintained well and appears to be of average quality. • At the time of visiting, the restrooms were closed and locked during the day. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • There appears to be standing water throughout the park indicating poor drainage. • There appears to be aggressive weeds throughout the fields and paths. • There are no designated parking areas for the park except for possible shared parking at the Dunn Head Start Learning Center. VISUAL CHARACTER • There is a chain link with barbed wire on top that surrounds the pool which visually makes the space appear unsafe or dangerous. • There are large oak trees around the shelter area and playground providing shade to visitors. • The park seems to feel unsafe due to poor site lighting, lack of unified character and no cohesive wayfinding signage. • The site lacks site furnishings such as benches, trash receptacles or pedestrian scale lighting resulting in less use and community buy-in. CB CODRINGTON PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 233 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN Dunn Trail Head: N McKay Ave. between Vance & Carr Street Erwin Trail Head: East H Street & SR 217/82 County Greenway INVENTORY • Walking Trail • Kiosks • Mile Markers PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) Dunn Portion: • The walking trail and trail markers appear to be in fair condition and well used. • The wooden kiosk at the trailhead appears to be in fair condition and contains a map, history of the trail, rules, historic points of interest, attractions along the trail and the Dunn- Erwin Rail branding image. • Concrete mile markers are embedded into the walking trail and aid in wayfinding. • There are no specific parking areas or lighting near the trailhead. Erwin Portion: • The trailhead within downtown, named Centennial Walk, has monuments on the trail communicating about the historic Centennial clock and the founding committee. • There are currently no trail rules or specific maps related to the trail at the trailhead. • The condition of the trail, kiosk, and mile markers appear to be of average quality. • There appears to be sufficient on-street and surface lot parking near the trailhead. • There appears to be sufficient lighting for the trail within downtown. VISUAL CHARACTER Dunn Portion: • There are no enhanced planting areas, seating options or special hardscape elements near the trailhead or along the path. • There is plant debris along the trail and weeds within path indicating there is a need for more maintenance in areas. • The trailhead is located within a residential neighborhood, near Tyler Park behind Harnett Primary School and can be challenging to locate without additional wayfinding signage. Erwin Portion • There appear to be landscape planters along the first tenth of a mile along the streetscape. • The portion of the trail within downtown appears to feel safe due to the location and “eyes on the trail”. • The high level of maintenance put into the streetscape and landscape helps give this end of the trail a secure feeling. • There appears to be adequate wayfinding leading visitors to the trailhead. DUNN-ERWIN RAIL-TRAIL 032017a HC BOC Page 234 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 802 S 16th St., Erwin, NC Municipal Park INVENTORY • 4 Baseball fields • 1 Multi-Purpose Field • 2 Batting Cages • 1 Skate Park • 2 Picnic Shelters • 1 Basketball Court • 1 Gym PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Baseball fields appear to be in good condition and maintained daily during league play. • Multi-purpose fields appear to be in good shape and adequately maintained. • Batting cages appear to be in fair condition. • Tennis courts appear to be in fair condition with minimal surface cracking. • Playground appears to be ADA compliant and was recently updated. • Volleyball courts appear to be in fair conditions and needs to be re-edged. • Picnic shelters appear to be in good condition • Basketball court and skate park appear to be in fair condition • Walking trail is asphalt and appears to be in good condition. • Sports lighting appears to be in fair condition and is currently seeking a $1,000,000 renovation. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • The stormwater facility seems to be draining the park well with very little standing water. • Concrete appears to have been poured recently for bleachers around the ball fields. • The park seems to have adequate parking with asphalt and striping in good condition. VISUAL CHARACTER • The landscape consists of mostly grass areas with occasional pine trees. • There appears to be a lack of canopy trees to provide shade to visitors. • The park appears to be in a safe environment due to adequate site lighting, defined pedestrian spaces and sufficient wayfinding signage. AL WOODALL PARK • 2 Tennis Courts • 1 Playground • 1 Walking Trail • 1 Volleyball Court 032017a HC BOC Page 235 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 1002 S 13th Street, Erwin, NC County Park INVENTORY • Walking Trail • 1 Picnic Shelter • River Play PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • The primary walking trail appears to not meet ADA accessibility standards resulting in decreased site access opportunities. • The picnic shelter and bathrooms are in fair condition PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • The primary walking trail appears to not meet ADA accessibility standards resulting in decreased site access opportunities. • The stormwater facility had little standing water indicating good site drainage. • The banks of the river appear to be highly eroded. • Gravel parking appears to be in fair condition. • There is currently no dedicated, direct water access such as a dock or kayak entry facility. VISUAL CHARACTER • The large Willow oaks around the shelter and parking areas are visually attractive and healthy. • There is no distinct character throughout the park or consistent wayfinding signage. • The route to the river for a user carrying a kayak seems to be dangerous because of steep terrain. • The entrance sign is relatively small and set back from the access road, limiting visibility and uses the county logo and color scheme. • The canoe/parking signage at parking area appears to be in fair condition. CAPE FEAR RIVER TRAIL PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 236 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 102 N 13th Street, Erwin, NC Municipal Park INVENTORY • 2 Playgrounds • Walking Trail • 2 Picnic Shelters • 2 Basketball Courts PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Playgrounds appear to meet ADA standards and seems to be in good condition. • The walking trail appears to be ADA accessible. • Basketball courts and picnic areas appear to be in good condition. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • The stormwater facility appears to be in good condition and draining the site adequately. • There seems to be some stream bank erosion present along the creek. • The fencing along the creek appears to be in good condition. • Drinking fountains appear to not function properly. • The seems to be adequate parking at both ends of park. VISUAL CHARACTER • There is a significant presence of large canopy trees throughout site providing shade to visitors. • There is a visually pleasing stream area which acts as a buffer between adjacent land uses. • The park is well maintained with good overall sight lines throughout the park. • There is consistent signage on both side of the park. • There is new pedestrian Acorn lighting that seems to match downtown Erwin’s lights. W.N. PORTER MEMORIAL PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 237 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 454 Park Lane, Coats, NC Municipal Park INVENTORY • 2 Baseball Fields • 1 Multi-Purpose Field • 2 Tennis Courts • 1 Sand Volleyball Court • 1 Picnic Shelter • 1 Playground PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Fields appear well-maintained and in good condition. • Tennis courts appear to be missing nets and therefore unusable for active game play. • The playground equipment seems to be in good condition. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • Some of the vehicular pavement appears to be in disrepair. • Parking seems to adequately serve the park. VISUAL CHARACTER • Most of site is grassed or wooded helping to make the park feel safe and pleasant. • There is enhanced landscaped areas around the park entry signage. • There is little to no wayfinding within Coats to help a visitor find the park. COATS MUNICIPAL PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 238 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 607 13th Street, Lillington, NC Municipal Park INVENTORY • Community center building • 1 mi. Botanical trail loop • Outdoor community shelter • Picnic tables/ Park benches • 1 Basketball court • 1 Wetland viewing platform PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • The Botanical trail loops starts as non-compacted gravel transitioning to compacted soil/mulch and appears to be in good condition. • There are plant identification tags along the trail with an easy to follow path. • Community center appears to be recently constructed and is in good condition with active community use. • Basketball court appears in good condition and gate was locked with no signage indicating how to use the facility. • New sign kiosk adjacent to botanical trail loop is in good condition with an adequate trail map. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • There is evidence of minor erosion along the creek bank throughout the site. • The trail does not appear to be ADA accessible. • The Botanical trail leads through pine-hardwood mixed forest, is well shaded and has some seating options available. • The outdoor shelter appears to be in disrepair with several potentially dangerous hazards (stairs and hand rails are deteriorating, hornet nests present, rusted grills) • Basketball net and fence seems to be in good condition with adequate screening from adjacent properties. • Parking area appears to be in good condition, seems to adequately serve the community center and has a healthy shade tree coverage planting scheme. VISUAL CHARACTER • Overall site seems to be in very good condition with a high level of community participation as indicated by on-going construction and good maintenance. • The trail provides respite and is easy to walk. • The park feels safe indicated by clear sight lines, adequate site lighting and clearly defined facilities. • The entrance signage off W Front Street is relatively small, is partially covered by shrubs and set back from the access road limiting visibility. • No dedicated left turn on east bound makes turning onto S. 13th Street feel dangerous. LILLINGTON COMMUNITY CENTER & BOTANICAL TRAIL 032017a HC BOC Page 239 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 307 S. 1st Street, Lillington, NC Private Park INVENTORY • Softball, youth and high school baseball field • Playground/ Tot lot • Batting Cages • Walking trail • Concession stand • Restrooms • 2 Tennis courts • Community building PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Playground appears to be new and in good condition. • Athletic fields and turf appear to be well maintained with fair to good paint demarcation. • Athletic field lighting appears new and in good condition. • Bleachers are metal and are soft mounted on turf (non-permanent). • Tennis courts look of adequate quality with good net and fencing. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • Trail appears to be generally ADA accessible with few cracks. • Tennis court net and fence appears to be in good condition. • Adequate presence of canopy trees provides shade for visitors. • Walking path appears to be in good condition. • Parking area appears to be in medium to good condition and provides limited to fair level of service for the park. VISUAL CHARACTER • Overall site appears to be in very good condition with a high level of maintenance. • There are few areas of landscape enhancements with mostly grass and tree stands. • There are few canopy trees near the parking lot increasing the likelihood of overheating cars. • The park has a perceived overall feeling of safety with a strong presence of community buy-in indicated by heavy site usage, new facilities and clean spaces. • The only site lighting is for the ball fields which detracts from night-time safety. • There is little to no park signage or directional indicators off S. Main Street for a visitor to locate the park. LILLINGTON BALL PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 240 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 10891 NC-27, Lillington, NC County Park INVENTORY • 2 Baseball field • Playground/ tot lot • Batting Cages • 1 Multi-purpose field • 6 Tennis courts • Concession stand • Picnic shelter • Restrooms PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Playground appears to be new and in good condition. • Gazebo looks new and has adequate benches and recycling/trash containers. • Fields and turf appear to be well maintained with good paint demarcation. • Field lighting appears to be new and in good condition. • Concession stand seem to be in good condition but has few seating options. • Tennis courts appear to be in good condition with adequate nets, fencing, lighting and posted rules. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • Trail appears to be generally ADA accessible with few cracks. • There are few canopy trees to provide shade for visitors. • There are few trails and seating options throughout the site. • Parking area appears to be in very good condition and seems to provide an adequate level of service. VISUAL CHARACTER • The overall site appears to be in good condition with open sight lines and ample stands of turf grass. • There are few areas of landscape enhancements while the park exhibits signs of heavy usage. • The park has an overall feeling of safety with a strong presence of community buy- in indicated through use, attractive site lighting and good use site signage and county branding. • Location to existing schools increases the feeling of safety with many potential users and “eyes-on-the-park” nearby. BARBEQUE CREEK PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 241 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 1492 Nursery Road, Lillington, NC County Park INVENTORY • Playground/ tot lot • Picnic shelter • Frisbee golf course • Walking trails • Pond overlook • Environmental education stations PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • “Natural” playground appears new and in great condition. • Large wooded park with walking trails and unprogrammed elements. • Gazebo appears new and has adequate benches and recycling/trash container options. • Site lighting appears new and in good condition. • Trails appear to be in great condition and well marked. • Sign kiosk appear to be in good condition and communicates park elements and offers maps and detailed information about the park. • Strong use of environmental themed program elements and natural learning/play. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • Trails are appear to be ADA accessible with few to no cracks • There is perceived lack of shade trees making the site feel hot. • Parking area is in good condition and appears to provides an adequate level of service • The parking is along the gravel access road with no wheel stop and appears to have adequate ADA parking options. VISUAL CHARACTER • Overall site appears to be in very good condition with open sight lines and a variety of outdoor facilities. • Strong use of environmental themed program elements and natural learning/play areas gives this park a perceived overall feeling of community buy-in and adequate facility design. • The Sandhill ecosystem has lots of pines and low scrub with young pine growth. • The park area exhibits signs of heavy use. • Overall the park feels safe indicated through heavy use, adequate signage and programmed facilities. ANDERSON CREEK PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 242 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 3885 Neill’s Creek Road, Angier, NC County Park INVENTORY • 2 Softball/baseball fields • 1 Multi-purpose field • 6 Tennis courts • Concessions stand • Restrooms PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Baseball fields appear to be very well maintained and seem to have adequate lighting. • Concessions and seating areas seem to be well maintained and in good condition. • Park elements feel disconnected because of a lack of a trail hierarchy. • Tennis court lighting and fencing show signs of age and fields have minor erosion. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • Bleachers, seating areas and concessions appear to be ADA accessible and in good condition. • There is a lack of canopy trees to provide shade for visitors and spectators. • Seating is available but appears limited with some picnic tables near a high-voltage electric box. • The gravel access road with parking seems to adequately serve the ball fields. VISUAL CHARACTER • The overall site appears to be in good condition with the park located adjacent to schools adding to the overall feeling of safety. • Newly planted evergreen hedge row around baseball field add to the perceived quality and overall feeling of safety. • There is adequate signage with county branding on the sign within the site but the signage along the main road is set back from the road and challenging to see. NEILL’S CREEK PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 243 HARNETT COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINACOMPREHENSIVE PARKS, RECREATION + GREENWAY MASTER PLAN 149 E Williams Street, Angier, NC Municipal Park INVENTORY • 2 Softball Fields • 2 Baseball Fields • Youth, middle and high school soccer fields • 1 Basketball court • Historic house on site • Gazebo • Pond • Skate park area • Sand volleyball court • Bocce/horse shoe courts • 2 Playground/ tot lot • Fitness stations • Disk golf course PHYSICAL CONDITION OF FACILITIES (FIELDS, PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC) • Baseball fields appear to be well maintained with adequate lighting. • Turf on athletic fields appear to be in good health. • Basketball court appears to be in fair condition with netting and backboards exhibiting signs of wear and tear. • There are few seating options around courts or fields. • Overall the park appears to be in good condition and well maintained. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF PARK (SIDEWALKS, PARKING, STORMWATER, ETC) • Multi-use asphalt path around and through park appears to be in good condition. • There is no riparian buffer around pond leading to trash accumulation within the pond. • There is some standing water throughout the site and evidence of erosion indicating poor drainage patterns. • There appears to be adequate parking available throughout the site. VISUAL CHARACTER • There appears to be minimal enhanced landscaping but turf and shade trees appear to be in good condition. • Open sight lines provide views to all areas of the park and adds to the perceived feeling of safety. • Pedestrian lighting provides good character and pedestrian scale throughout the site. • Overall, the degree of maintenance, signage, pedestrian scale lighting, number of programmed facilities and perceived condition of the park contributes to feeling of safety and community buy-in. JACK MARLEY PARK 032017a HC BOC Page 244 APPENDIX 2 DEMOGRAPHIC AND TRENDS ANALYSIS 032017a HC BOC Page 245 1.1 DEMOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS The Demographic Analysis provides an understanding of the population within Harnett County, North Carolina. This analysis is reflective of the total population, and its key characteristics such as population density, age distribution, households, gender, ethnicity, and household income. It is important to note that future projections are all based on historical patterns and unforeseen circumstances during or after the time of the projections could have a significant bearing on the validity of the final projections. 1.1.1 METHODOLOGY Demographic data used for the analysis was obtained from U.S. Census Bureau and from Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI), the largest research and development organization dedicated to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and specializing in population projections and market trends. All data was acquired in May 2016 and reflects actual numbers as reported in the 2010 Census, and estimates for 2015 and 2020 as obtained by ESRI. Straight line linear regression was utilized for projected 2025 and 2030 demographics. The geographic boundary of Harnett County was utilized as the demographic analysis boundary shown in Figure 1. Figure 1-Harnett County Boundaries 032017a HC BOC Page 246 RACE AND ETHNICITY DEFINI TIONS The minimum categories for data on race and ethnicity for Federal statistics, program administrative reporting, and civil rights compliance reporting are defined as below. The Census 2010 data on race are not directly comparable with data from the 2000 Census and earlier censuses; caution must be used when interpreting changes in the racial composition of the US population over time. The latest (Census 2010) definitions and nomenclature are used within this analysis. • American Indian – This includes a person having origins in any of the original peoples of North and South America (including Central America), and who maintains tribal affiliation or community attachment • Asian – This includes a person having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, or the Indian subcontinent including, for example, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippine Islands, Thailand, and Vietnam • Black – This includes a person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa • Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander – This includes a person having origins in any of the original peoples of Hawaii, Guam, Samoa, or other Pacific Islands • White – This includes a person having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, the Middle East, or North Africa • Hispanic or Latino – This is an ethnic distinction, a subset of a race as defined by the Federal Government; this includes a person of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race 032017a HC BOC Page 247 1.1.2 HARNETT COUNTY POPULACE POPULATION The County has witnessed a large increase in population in recent years. From 2010 to 2015, the County’s total population increased 13.5%, from 114,678 to 130,173. Projecting ahead, the total population of Harnett County is expected to continue to steadily increase over the next 15 years. Based on predictions through 2030, the local population is anticipated to have approximately 180,193 residents living within 65,030 households. See Figure 2. Figure 2-Total Population 032017a HC BOC Page 248 AGE SEGMENTATION Evaluating the distribution by age segments, the County’s largest age segment is the <18 group. Currently, the <18 group represents 27% of the population, which is 0.4% larger than the second most populous age segment (35-54). The smallest is the 55+ age segment which constitutes 22.4% of the current population but is expected to grow to 25.6% over the next 15 years and will be the only age segment projected to see a noticeable increase. See Figure 3. Figure 3-Population Age by Segments 032017a HC BOC Page 249 RACE AND ETHNICITY In analyzing race and ethnicity, the selected area is diversifying. The 2015 estimate shows that 66.24% of the population falls into the White Alone category. Predictions for 2030 expect the White Alone population to decrease to 61.81%. The Hispanic/Latino population represented 10.78% of the 2010 population, and is expected to reach 16.83% by 2030. The Black Alone population is the largest minority group and is projected to represent 22% of the population by 2030. See Figures 4 and 5. Figure 5- Hispanic/Latino Origin Population Figure 4 - Population by Race 032017a HC BOC Page 250 As seen in Figure 6, the County’s per capita income ($19,954) and median household income ($43,021) is below both state national averages. Future predictions expect that both per capita income and median household Income for the area will increase to $27,670 and $64,729, respectively, by 2030. Figure 6 - Comparative Income Characteristics 032017a HC BOC Page 251 HARNETT COUNTY IMPLICATIONS The following implications are derived from the analyses provided above. Each implication is organized by the outlined demographic information sections. POPULATION The population is increasing and is projected to experience 38.4% population growth over the next 15 years. The number of households is projected to experience a 38.1% growth rate over the same timeframe. With a growing population, recreation services must grow commensurate to the population. Additionally, development will continue over the next 15 years and the parks and recreation system will need to strategically invest, develop, and maintain facilities in relation to housing development areas. AGE SEGMENTATION The County’s aging trend is significant because programs and facilities focused on an actively adult (55+ population) will assume an even greater importance as the population changes in the years to come. Age segments have different likings towards activities. For example, older adults may enjoy passive recreation activities more so than active. However, with the millennial generation surpassing the baby boomer population, multi-generational facilities and services will be crucial to help support different age segments throughout Harnett County in the years to come. RACE AND ETHNICITY A more diverse population will require continued foresight and planning on Harnett County’s behalf. Traditional programming and service offerings may not be appropriate for a population comprised of a large minority population. For example, the Hispanic/Latino population may use passive recreation differently than other user groups and for different durations. Picnic shelters for large (typically multi- generational) families may be more important to the Hispanic/Latino population whereas it may not be as high significance to the White Alone population. Understanding how different races and ethnicities, found within Harnett County, use park amenities and learn about park programs can help the system better plan for new developments and market programs. HOUSEHOLDS AND INCOME With a median and per capita household income lower than state and national averages, it would be important for the County to provide offerings that are focus on the value of money with still offering a good quality product. It would also benefit the system to look into different funding and revenue strategies to help the Department cover costs. . 032017a HC BOC Page 252 1.2 MARKET PROFILE 1.2.1 LEVEL OF EDUCATION The following chart depicts the education level of adults 25 years and older within Harnett County, North Carolina. Approximately, 85% of residents have at least a high school diploma, and approximately 29% have an Associate’s degree or higher. See Figure 7. 1.2.2 UNEMPLOYMENT RATE As seen below, 8% of residents within Harnett County were unemployed in 2015. This is higher than the current national unemployment rate (5.4%) and the state of North Carolina (5.5%) as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics in April 2015. See Figure 8. Figure 7- Education Attained Figure 8- Labor Force Statistics 032017a HC BOC Page 253 1.3 TRENDS ANALYSIS Information released by Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s (SFIA) 2016 Study of Sports, Fitness, and Leisure Activities Topline Participation Report reveals that the most popular sport and recreational activities include: fitness walking, treadmill, running/jogging, free weights and road bicycling. Most of these activities appeal to both young and old alike, can be done in most environments, are enjoyed regardless of level of skill, and have minimal economic barriers to entry. These popular activities also have appeal because of their social application. For example, although fitness activities are mainly self- directed, people enjoy walking and biking with other individuals because it can offer a degree of camaraderie. Fitness walking has remained the most popular activity of the past decade by a large margin, in terms of total participants. Fitness walking participation last year was reported to be nearly 110 million Americans. Although fitness walking has the highest level of participation, it did report a 2.4% decrease in 2015 from the previous year. This recent decline in fitness walking participation paired with upward trends in a wide variety of other activities, especially in fitness and sports, suggests that active individuals are finding new ways to exercise and diversifying their recreational interests. In addition, the popularity of many outdoor adventure and water-based activities has experienced positive growth based on the most recent findings; however, many of these activities’ rapid increase in participation is likely a product of their relatively low user base, which may indicate that these sharp upward trends may not be sustained long into the future. From a traditional team sport standpoint, basketball ranks highest among all sports, with approximately 23.4 million people reportedly participating in 2015. In general, nearly every sport with available data experienced an increase in participation, which is a reversal from the five-year trend of declining participation in sports. Sports that have experienced significant growth in participation are squash, boxing, lacrosse, rugby, roller hockey, and field hockey – all of which have experienced growth in excess of 30% over the last five years. More recently, roller hockey, racquetball, indoor soccer, boxing, and flag football were the activities with the most rapid growth during the last year. According to the Physical Activity Council, an “inactive” is defined as an individual that doesn’t take part in any physical activity. Over the last five years, the number of inactive individuals has increased 7.4% from 76 million in 2010 to 81.6 million in 2015. However, looking at just the past year, from 2014 to 2015, the US saw a slight decrease of 0.6% from 82.7 to 81.6 million individuals. Although this recent shift is very promising, inactivity remains a dominant force in society, evidenced by the fact that 27.7% of the population falls into this category. The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) Sports, Fitness & Recreational Activities Topline Participation Report 2016 was utilized to evaluate national sport and fitness participatory trends. The study is based survey findings by the Physical Activity Council from a total of 32,658 online interviews carried out in 2015. The purpose of the report is to establish levels of activity and identify key participatory trends in recreation across the US. 1.3.1 NATIONAL TRENDS IN GENERAL SPORTS The most heavily participated in sports for 2015 were golf (24.1 million) and basketball (23.4 million), which have participation figures well in excess of the other activities in the general sports category. The popularity of golf and basketball can be attributed to the ability to compete with relatively small number of participants. Golf also benefits from its wide age segment appeal, and is considered a life-long sport. Basketball’s success can be attributed to the limited amount of equipment needed to participate and the 032017a HC BOC Page 254 limited space requirements necessary, which make basketball the only traditional sport that can be played at the majority of American dwellings as a drive-way pickup game. Since 2010, squash and other niche sports, like boxing, lacrosse and rugby, have seen strong growth. Squash has emerged as the overall fastest growing sport, as it has seen participation levels rise by 66% over the last five years. Based on the five-year trend, boxing (59%), rugby (44%), lacrosse (47%), roller hockey (39%), and field hockey (32%) have also experienced significant growth. In the most recent year, the fastest growing sports were roller hockey (10%), racquetball (8%), squash (7%), indoor soccer (6%), and boxing (6%). During the last five years, the sports that are most rapidly declining include touch football (-25%), wrestling (-22%), slow pitch softball (-16%), and racquetball (24.9% decrease). Overall, activities in the general sports categories show very promising growth in the most recent year. Only three activities experienced a dip in participation, but none of these declined by more than 3%. In general, the strong recent growth in sports is a reversal of the five-year trends, as nearly every activity declining in the long run has tipped the scale to show positive growth in the past year. 2010 2014 2015 14-15 10-15 Golf 26,122 24,700 24,120 -2.3% -7.7% Basketball 25,156 23,067 23,410 1.5% -6.9% Tennis 18,719 17,904 17,963 0.3% -4.0% Baseball 14,198 13,152 13,711 4.3% -3.4% Soccer (Outdoor)13,883 12,592 12,646 0.4% -8.9% Badminton 7,645 7,176 7,198 0.3% -5.8% Softball (Slow Pitch)8,477 7,077 7,114 0.5% -16.1% Football, Touch 8,663 6,586 6,487 -1.5% -25.1% Volleyball (Court)7,315 6,304 6,423 1.9% -12.2% Football, Tackle 6,850 5,978 6,222 4.1% -9.2% Football, Flag 6,660 5,508 5,829 5.8% -12.5% Soccer (Indoor)4,920 4,530 4,813 6.2% -2.2% Volleyball (Sand/Beach)4,752 4,651 4,785 2.9% 0.7% Gymnastics 4,418 4,621 4,679 1.3% 5.9% Ultimate Frisbee 4,571 4,530 4,409 -2.7% -3.5% Track and Field 4,383 4,105 4,222 2.9% -3.7% Racquetball 4,603 3,594 3,883 8.0% -15.6% Cheerleading 3,134 3,456 3,608 4.4% 15.1% Ice Hockey 2,140 2,421 2,546 5.2% 19.0% Pickleball N/A 2,462 2,506 1.8%N/A Softball (Fast Pitch)2,513 2,424 2,460 1.5% -2.1% Lacrosse 1,423 2,011 2,094 4.1% 47.2% Wrestling 2,536 1,891 1,978 4.6% -22.0% Roller Hockey 1,374 1,736 1,907 9.9% 38.8% Squash 1,031 1,596 1,710 7.1% 65.9% Field Hockey 1,182 1,557 1,565 0.5% 32.4% Boxing for Competition 855 1,278 1,355 6.0% 58.5% Rugby 940 1,276 1,349 5.7% 43.5% National Participatory Trends - General Sports Activity Participation Levels % Change NOTE: Participation figures are in 000's for the US population ages 6 and over Large Increase (greater than 25%) Moderate Increase (0% to 25%) Moderate Decrease (0% to -25%) Large Decrease (less than -25%) Figure 9 - national Participatory Trends in General Sports 032017a HC BOC Page 255 1.3.2 NATIONAL TRENDS IN AQUATIC ACTIVITY Swimming is unquestionably a lifetime sport, and all aquatic activities have experienced participation growth among the American population. In 2015, fitness swimming is the absolute leader in overall participation (26 million) for aquatic activities, due in large part to its broad, multigenerational appeal. In the most recent year, competition swimming reported the strongest growth (7%) among aquatic activities, followed by fitness swimming (4%) and aquatic exercise (1%). It should be noted, in 2011, recreational swimming was broken into competition and fitness categories in order to better identify key trends. Aquatic Exercise also has a strong participation base, and has experienced steady growth since 2010. Aquatic exercise has paved the way as a less stressful form of physical activity, while allowing similar benefits as land based exercises, including aerobic fitness, resistance training, flexibility, and better balance. Doctors are now recommending aquatic exercise for injury rehabilitation, mature patients, and patients with bone or joint problems, due to the significant reduction of stress placed on weight-bearing joints, bones, muscles, and also the effect of the water in reducing swelling from injuries. 1.3.3 NATIONAL TRENDS IN GENERAL FITNESS Overall, national participatory trends in fitness have experienced strong growth in recent years. Many of these activities have become popular due to an increased interest among people to improve their health by engaging in an active lifestyle. These activities also have very few barriers to entry, which provides a variety of options that are relatively inexpensive to participate in and can be performed by nearly anyone with no time restrictions. The most popular fitness activity by far is fitness walking, which had nearly 110 million participants in 2015, which represents a 2.4% decrease from the previous year. Other leading fitness activities based on total number of participants include treadmill (50 million), running/jogging (48 million), hand weights (43 million), stretching (36 million), and stationary cycling (36 million). Over the last five years, the activities growing most rapidly are non-traditional / off-road triathlons (119%), trail running (63%), traditional road triathlons (57%), high impact aerobics (41%), and yoga (20%). In the last year, activities with the largest gains in participation included non-traditional / off-road triathlons (24%), traditional / road triathlons (13%), barre (12%), and trail running (8%). It should be noted that 2010 2014 2015 14-15 10-15 Swimming (Fitness)N/A 25,304 26,319 4.0%N/A Aquatic Exercise 8,947 9,122 9,226 1.1% 3.1% Swimming (Competition)N/A 2,710 2,892 6.7%N/A National Participatory Trends - Aquatics Activity Participation Levels % Change NOTE: Participation figures are in 000's for the US population ages 6 and over Large Increase (greater than 25%) Moderate Increase (0% to 25%) Moderate Decrease (0% to -25%) Large Decrease (less than -25%) Figure 10 - National Participatory Trends in Aquatics 032017a HC BOC Page 256 many of the activities growing most rapidly have a relatively low user base, which allows for more drastic shifts in terms of percentage. The recent decline in the extremely popular activities of fitness walking and running / jogging paired with widespread growth in activities with lower participation levels, may suggest that those engaging in fitness activities are actively looking for new forms of exercise. 2010 2014 2015 14-15 10-15 Fitness Walking 112,082 112,583 109,829 -2.4% -2.0% Treadmill 52,275 50,241 50,398 0.3% -3.6% Running/Jogging 46,650 51,127 48,496 -5.1% 4.0% Free Weights (Hand Weights) under 15 lbs N/A 41,670 42,799 2.7%N/A Stretching 35,720 35,624 35,776 0.4% 0.2% Stationary Cycling (Recumbent/Upright)36,036 35,693 35,553 -0.4% -1.3% Weight/Resistant Machines 39,185 35,841 35,310 -1.5% -9.9% Free Weights (Dumbells) over 15 lbs N/A 30,767 31,409 2.1%N/A Elliptical Motion Trainer 27,319 28,025 27,981 -0.2% 2.4% Free Weights (Barbells)27,194 25,623 25,381 -0.9% -6.7% Yoga 20,998 25,262 25,289 0.1% 20.4% Calisthenics/Bodyweight Exercise N/A 22,390 22,146 -1.1%N/A Choreographed Exercise N/A 21,455 21,487 0.1%N/A Aerobics (High Impact)14,567 19,746 20,464 3.6% 40.5% Stair Climbing Machine 13,269 13,216 13,234 0.1% -0.3% Cross-Training Style Workout N/A 11,265 11,710 4.0%N/A Stationary Cycling (Group)7,854 8,449 8,677 2.7% 10.5% Pilates Training 8,404 8,504 8,594 1.1% 2.3% Trail Running 4,985 7,531 8,139 8.1% 63.3% Cardio Cross Trainer N/A 7,484 7,982 6.7%N/A Boot Camp Style Cross-Training N/A 6,774 6,722 -0.8%N/A Cardio Kickboxing 6,287 6,747 6,708 -0.6% 6.7% Martial Arts 6,002 5,364 5,507 2.7% -8.2% Boxing for Fitness 4,788 5,113 5,419 6.0% 13.2% Tai Chi 3,193 3,446 3,651 5.9% 14.3% Barre N/A 3,200 3,583 12.0%N/A Triathlon (Traditional/Road)1,593 2,203 2,498 13.4% 56.8% Triathlon (Non-Traditional/Off Road)798 1,411 1,744 23.6% 118.5% National Participatory Trends - General Fitness Activity Participation Levels % Change NOTE: Participation figures are in 000's for the US population ages 6 and over Legend:Large Increase (greater than 25%) Moderate Increase (0% to 25%) Moderate Decrease (0% to -25%) Large Decrease (less than -25%) Figure 11 - National Participatory Trends in General Fitness 032017a HC BOC Page 257 1.3.4 NATIONAL TRENDS IN OUTDOOR RECREATION Results from the Participation Report demonstrate a dichotomy of growth and attrition among outdoor / adventure recreation activities. Much like the general fitness activities, these activities encourage an active lifestyle, can be performed individually or with a group, and are not limited by time restraints. In 2015, the most popular activities, in terms of total participants, from the outdoor / adventure recreation category include road bicycling (38 million), freshwater fishing (38 million), day hiking (37 million), and Camping within ¼ mile of vehicle/home (28 million). From 2010-2015, outdoor / adventure recreation activities that have undergone the largest increases were adventure racing (136%), archery (33%), BMX bicycling (29%), traditional climbing (28%), and backpacking overnight (26%). Over the same time frame, activities declining most rapidly were in-line roller skating (-26%), camping within ¼ mile of home/vehicle (-15%), and recreational vehicle camping (- 12%). More recently, activities growing most rapidly in the last year were adventure racing (21%), BMX bicycling (15%), traditional climbing (5%), and fly fishing (4%). 2010 2014 2015 14-15 10-15 Bicycling (Road)39,730 39,725 38,280 -3.6% -3.6% Fishing (Freshwater)39,911 37,821 37,682 -0.4% -5.6% Hiking (Day) 32,534 36,222 37,232 2.8% 14.4% Camping (< 1/4 Mile of Vehicle/Home)32,667 28,660 27,742 -3.2% -15.1% Wildlife Viewing (>1/4 Mile of Home/Vehicle)21,158 21,110 20,718 -1.9% -2.1% Camping (Recreational Vehicle)16,651 14,633 14,699 0.5% -11.7% Birdwatching (>1/4 mile of Vehicle/Home)13,317 13,179 13,093 -0.7% -1.7% Fishing (Saltwater)12,056 11,817 11,975 1.3% -0.7% Backpacking Overnight 7,998 10,101 10,100 0.0% 26.3% Archery 6,323 8,435 8,378 -0.7% 32.5% Bicycling (Mountain)7,152 8,044 8,316 3.4% 16.3% Skateboarding 7,080 6,582 6,436 -2.2% -9.1% Fishing (Fly)5,523 5,842 6,089 4.2% 10.2% Roller Skating, In-Line 8,128 6,061 6,024 -0.6% -25.9% Climbing (Sport/Indoor/Boulder)4,542 4,536 4,684 3.3% 3.1% Adventure Racing 1,214 2,368 2,864 20.9% 135.9% Bicycling (BMX) 2,090 2,350 2,690 14.5% 28.7% Climbing (Traditional/Ice/Mountaineering)2,017 2,457 2,571 4.6% 27.5% National Participatory Trends - Outdoor / Adventure Recreation Activity Participation Levels % Change NOTE: Participation figures are in 000's for the US population ages 6 and over Large Increase (greater than 25%) Moderate Increase (0% to 25%) Moderate Decrease (0% to -25%) Large Decrease (less than -25%) Figure 12 - National Participatory Trends in Outdoor/Adventure Recreation 032017a HC BOC Page 258 1.3.5 NATIONAL TRENDS IN HUNTING / FISHING ACTIVITIES Overall, activities related to hunting and fishing have seen strong participation growth in recent years. In 2015, the most popular of these activities in terms of total participants were freshwater fishing (38 million), target shooting with a handgun (16 million), and target shooting with a rifle (14 million). Examining growth trends over the last five years, activities with the highest rate of growth were hunting with a handgun (36%), archery (up 33%), target shooting with a handgun (26%), and trap / skeet shooting (25%). Since 2010, only two activities underwent a decrease in participation – freshwater fishing (-6%) and saltwater fishing (-1%). Activities experiencing the most rapid growth over the most recent year include sport clay shooting (15%), trap / skeet shooting (25%), and hunting with a handgun (10%). 2010 2014 2015 14-15 10-15 Fishing (Freshwater)39,911 37,821 37,682 -0.4% -5.6% Target Shooting (Handgun)12,485 14,426 15,744 9.1% 26.1% Target Shooting (Rifle)12,637 13,029 13,720 5.3% 8.6% Fishing (Saltwater)12,056 11,817 11,975 1.3% -0.7% Hunting (Rifle)10,632 10,081 10,778 6.9% 1.4% Hunting (Shotgun)8,276 8,220 8,438 2.7% 2.0% Archery 6,323 8,435 8,378 -0.7% 32.5% Fishing (Fly)5,523 5,842 6,089 4.2% 10.2% Shooting (Sport Clays)4,291 4,645 5,362 15.4% 25.0% Hunting (Bow)4,067 4,411 4,564 3.5% 12.2% Shooting (Trap/Skeet)3,489 3,837 4,368 13.8% 25.2% Hunting (Handgun)2,493 3,091 3,400 10.0% 36.4% National Participatory Trends - Hunting / Fishing Activities Activity Participation Levels % Change NOTE: Participation figures are in 000's for the US population ages 6 and over Large Increase (greater than 25%) Moderate Increase (0% to 25%) Moderate Decrease (0% to -25%) Large Decrease (less than -25%) Figure 13 - National Participatory Trends in Hunting/Fishing Activities 032017a HC BOC Page 259 1.3.6 NATIONAL TRENDS IN WATER SPORTS / ACTIVITIES The most popular water sports / activities based on total participants in 2015 were canoeing (10 million), recreational kayaking (9 million), and snorkeling (9 million). Water-based activities are demonstrating strong growth, especially over the most recent year, as only three activities underwent a minimal decline in participation from 2014-2015. Similar to participation trends from other recreational categories, water sports / activities in the most recent year reflect a positive shift from the five-year trends. Over the last five years, stand-up paddling (up 188%) was by far the fastest growing water activity, followed by sea / touring kayaking (57%), white water kayaking (57%), recreational kayaking (50%), and boardsailing / windsurfing (29%). From 2010-2015, activities declining most rapidly were jet skiing (-19%), water skiing (-19%), and rafting (-12%). In the most recent year, activities experiencing the greatest increase in participation included boardsailing / windsurfing (13%), stand-up paddling (10%), and recreational kayaking (7%). 2010 2014 2015 14-15 10-15 Canoeing 10,306 10,044 10,236 1.9% -0.7% Kayaking (Recreational)6,339 8,855 9,499 7.3% 49.9% Snorkeling 9,332 8,752 8,874 1.4% -4.9% Jet Skiing 7,739 6,355 6,263 -1.4% -19.1% Sailing 4,106 3,924 4,099 4.5% -0.2% Water Skiing 4,849 4,007 3,948 -1.5% -18.6% Rafting 4,389 3,781 3,883 2.7% -11.5% Scuba Diving 2,938 3,145 3,274 4.1% 11.4% Wakeboarding 3,611 3,125 3,226 3.2% -10.7% Kayaking (Sea/Touring)1,958 2,912 3,079 5.7% 57.3% Stand-Up Paddling 1,050 2,751 3,020 9.8% 187.6% Surfing 2,585 2,721 2,701 -0.7% 4.5% Kayaking (White Water)1,606 2,351 2,518 7.1% 56.8% Boardsailing/Windsurfing 1,373 1,562 1,766 13.1% 28.6% National Participatory Trends - Water Sports / Activities Activity Participation Levels % Change NOTE: Participation figures are in 000's for the US population ages 6 and over Large Increase (greater than 25%) Moderate Increase (0% to 25%) Moderate Decrease (0% to -25%) Large Decrease (less than -25%) Figure 14 - National Participatory Trends in Water Sports/Activities 032017a HC BOC Page 260 1.3.7 NATIONAL TRENDS IN WINTER SPORTS Assessing participation in snow sports, we find strong growth in the most recent year, as nearly every activity in this category increased from 2014-2015. The most popular winter sports in 2015 were ice skating (10 million), alpine / downhill skiing (9 million), sledding / snow tubing (9 million), and snowboarding (8 million). Analyzing the five year trends, activities experiencing rapid growth were telemarking (73%) and freestyle skiing (51%). On the other hand, alpine / downhill skiing (-14%), ice skating (-9%), and cross-country skiing (-0.3%) were the only winter activities reporting declining participation over the last five years. More recently, telemarking (up 26.3%), snowshoeing (up 16.2%), and freestyle skiing (up 13.9%) reported the strongest participation growth over the last year. 2010 2014 2015 14-15 10-15 Ice Skating 11,477 10,649 10,485 -1.5% -8.6% Skiing (Alpine/Downhill)10,919 9,004 9,378 4.2% -14.1% Sledding / Snow Tubing N/A 8,560 8,811 2.9%N/A Snowboarding 7,421 7,399 7,676 3.7% 3.4% Skiing (Freestyle)2,950 4,061 4,465 9.9% 51.4% Skiing (Cross-Country)4,157 4,291 4,146 -3.4% -0.3% Snowshoeing 3,431 3,603 3,885 7.8% 13.2% Telemarking (Downhill)1,482 2,503 2,569 2.6% 73.3% Ice Hockey 2,140 2,421 2,546 5.2% 19.0% National Participatory Trends - Winter Sports Activity Participation Levels % Change NOTE: Participation figures are in 000's for the US population ages 6 and over Legend:Large Increase (greater than 25%) Moderate Increase (0% to 25%) Moderate Decrease (0% to -25%) Large Decrease (less than -25%) Figure 15 - National Participatory Trends in Winter Sports 032017a HC BOC Page 261 1.3.8 LOCAL SPORT AND MARKET POTENTIAL The following charts show sport and leisure market potential data from ESRI. A Market Potential Index (MPI) measures the probable demand for a product or service in Harnett County, North Carolina. The MPI shows the likelihood that an adult resident of the target area will participate in certain activities when compared to the US National average. The National average is 100, therefore numbers below 100 would represent a lower than average participation rate, and numbers above 100 would represent higher than average participation rate. ESRI’s MPI for a product or service for an area is calculated by the ratio of the local consumption rate for a product or service for the area to the US consumption rate for the product or service, multiplied by 100. MPIs are derived from the information integration from four consumer surveys. The County is compared to the national average in four (4) categories – general sports, fitness, outdoor activity, and money spent on miscellaneous recreation. Overall, residents of Harnett County demonstrate participation trends that have below average potential index numbers in all categories. Harnett County does exhibit high interest in outdoor activities that includes: • Hunting with rifle • Hunting with shotgun • Salt water fishing • Fresh water fishing • Horseback riding The County also spends more money than the U.S. average on overnight camping trips, attending NASCAR races, on sports equipment ($1-99), visiting indoor water parks, and attending high school sporting events. It is recommended that County examines the MPIs below to gain a sense of local consumption behavior based upon market research. The MPIs should be one component of an overall demand analysis including participation rates, market competition, community survey, and other community input information. The MPIs that equal or are above 100, are identified as being popular consumption activities; however, programming should not solely center on high MPI activities because service providers often need to provide niche activities. 032017a HC BOC Page 262 Figure 16 - Harnett County MPI (General Sports) Figure 17 – Harnett County MPI (Fitness) 032017a HC BOC Page 263 Figure 18 – Harnett County MPI (Outdoor Activity) 032017a HC BOC Page 264 Figure 19 - Harnett County MPI (Money Spent on Miscellaneous Recreation) 032017a HC BOC Page 265 APPENDIX 3 HARNETT COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION SURVEY 032017a HC BOC Page 266 Findings  Report …helping organizations make better decisions since 1982  Submitted to Harnett County, North Carolina by:   ETC Institute  725 W. Frontier Lane,  Olathe, Kansas   66061  October 2016 Harnett County Parks and Recreation Survey  032017a HC BOC Page 267 Contents Executive Summary ...................................................................... i Charts and Graphs ....................................................................... 1 Priority Investment Rating ......................................................... 15 Benchmarking Analysis .............................................................. 26 Tabular Data .............................................................................. 32 Survey Instrument ..................................................................... 72 032017a HC BOC Page 268 Page i Harnett County Parks and Recreation  Survey Executive Summary  Overview ETC Institute administered a needs assessment survey for Harnett County during the summer  of 2016. The survey was administered as part of the County’s efforts to plan the future for  parks and recreation opportunities. The survey and its results will guide Harnett County in making  improvements to the County’s existing and future parks, greenways, nature preserves, recreation  centers, and programs they offer. The survey will also help the County establish priorities for the  future improvement of Parks and Recreation facilities, programs and services within the  community.   Methodology  ETC Institute mailed a survey packet to a random sample of households in Harnett County. Each  survey packet contained a cover letter, a copy of the survey, and a postage‐paid return envelope.  Residents who received the survey were given the option of returning the survey by mail or  completing it on‐line.   Ten days after the surveys were mailed, ETC Institute sent emails and placed phone calls to the  households that received the survey to encourage participation. The emails contained a link to  the on‐line version of the survey to make it easy for residents to complete the survey. To prevent  people who were not residents of Harnett County from participating, everyone who completed  the survey on‐line was required to enter their home address prior to submitting the survey. ETC  Institute then matched the addresses that were entered on‐line with the addresses that were  originally selected for the random sample. If the address from a survey completed on‐line did not  match one of the addresses selected for the sample, the on‐line survey was not counted.  The goal was to obtain completed surveys from at least 400 residents. The goal was exceeded  with a total of 410 residents completing the survey. The overall results for the sample of 410  households have a precision of at least +/‐4.8% at the 95% level of confidence.  This report contains the following:  Charts showing the overall results of the survey (Section 1) Priority Investment Rating (PIR) that identifies priorities for facilities and programs (Section 2) Benchmarking analysis comparing the County’s results to national results (Section 3) Tabular data showing the overall results for all questions on the survey (Section 4) A copy of the survey instrument (Section 5) The major findings of the survey are summarized below and on the following pages.   032017a HC BOC Page 269 Page ii Organizations and Facilities Used for Parks and Recreation  Programs and Cultural Facilities  The most visited facility from the list of facilities that are owned or operated by Harnett County  was Cape Fear River Trail Park (46%). Forty‐two percent (42%) of respondents have visited  Anderson Creek Park over the past year, and 28% visited Barbecue Creek Park.   Nearly half of respondents (45%) indicated their household uses Raven Rock State Park. The other  most used recreation facilities include: Harnett County Parks and Recreation (41%) and Churches  or other religious organizations (22%), these were also the most used facilities.   Barriers to Park, Facility and Program Usage  Respondents were asked from a list of 13 potential reasons to identify what prevents them from  using recreation programs offered by Harnett County Parks and Recreation Department. The top  four reasons selected were: not knowing what is offered or available (58%), program or facility is  not offered (30%), lack of quality programs (22%), and program times are not convenient (12%).   Facility Needs and Priorities  Facility Needs: Respondents were asked to identify if their household had a need for 32  recreation facilities and amenities and rate how well their needs for each were currently being  met. Based on this analysis, ETC Institute was able to estimate the number of households in the  community that had the greatest “unmet” need for various facilities.    The three recreation facilities with the highest percentage of households that indicated a need  for the facility were: weights and fitness machines (56%), playgrounds (55%), and indoor aquatic  facilities (55%). When ETC Institute analyzed the needs in the community, the same three  facilities also had a need that affected more than 25,000 households. ETC Institute estimates a  total of 24,724 of the 48,122 households in Harnett County have unmet needs for an indoor  aquatic facility. The estimated number of households that have unmet needs for each of the 32  facilities that were assessed is shown in the table on the following page.  032017a HC BOC Page 270 Page iii Facility Importance: In addition to assessing the needs for each facility, ETC Institute also  assessed the importance that residents placed on each facility. Based on the sum of respondents’  top four choices, the three most important facilities to residents were: weights and fitness  machines (29%), indoor aquatic facility (29%), and multi‐use gym space (25%). The percentage of  residents who selected each facility as one of their top four choices is shown in the chart at the  top of the following page.   032017a HC BOC Page 271 Page iv Priorities for Facility Investments: The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC  Institute to provide organizations with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should  be placed on Parks and Recreation investments. The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) equally  weights (1) the importance that residents place on facilities and (2) how many residents have  unmet needs for the facility. [Details regarding the methodology for this analysis are provided in  Section 2 of this report.] Based the Priority Investment Rating (PIR), the following nine facilities  were rated as high priorities for investment:  Indoor aquatic facility (PIR=200) Weights and fitness machines (PIR=190) Multi‐use gym space (PIR=161) Indoor track (PIR=158) Dog park (PIR=156) Water access‐kayaking/swimming (PIR=145) Greenway trail system (PIR=136) Playground (PIR=134) Splash pad (PIR=131) The chart on the following page shows the Priority Investment Rating for each of the 32  facilities/amenities that were assessed on the survey.  032017a HC BOC Page 272 Page v Programming Needs and Priorities  Programming Needs. Respondents were also asked to identify if their household had a need for  31 recreational programs and rate how well their needs for each program were currently being  met. Based on this analysis, ETC Institute was able to estimate the number of households in the  community that had “unmet” needs for each program.    The three programs with the highest percentage of households that had needs were: walking for  exercise programs (60%), painting/drawing classes (37%), and camps (summer/school break)  (37%). In addition to having the highest total need, the top program also have the highest unmet  need among the 31 programming‐related areas that were assessed. ETC Institute estimates a  total of 20,748 households have unmet needs for walking for exercise programs. The estimated  number of households that have unmet needs for each of the 31 programs that were assessed is  shown in the chart at the top of the following page.  032017a HC BOC Page 273 Page vi Program Importance. In addition to assessing the needs for each program, ETC Institute also  assessed the importance that youth and adults place on each program. Based on the sum of  respondents’ top four choices, the three most important programs to youth were: camps  (summer/school break) (19%), after school and Friday programs (16%), and basketball programs  (16%). Based on the sum of respondents’ top four choices, the three most important programs  to adults were: walking for exercise programs (46%), training/certifications/education pogroms  (23%), and trips/tours (23%).   The percentage of youth and adults who selected each program as one of their top four choices  is shown in the following two tables on the next page.   032017a HC BOC Page 274 Page vii 032017a HC BOC Page 275 Page viii Priorities for Programming Investments. Based the priority investment rating (PIR), which was  described briefly on page iv of this Executive Summary and is described in more detail in Section  2 of this report, the following programs were rated as “high priorities” for investment:   Youth:  Camps (PIR=177) Walking for exercise (PIR=163) Painting/drawing classes (PIR=147) After school and Friday programs (PIR=138) Adults:   Walking for exercise (PIR=200) Trips/tours  (PIR=133) The chart below and on the chart on the following page show the Priority Investment Rating  (PIR) for each of the 31 programs that were rated for both youth and adults.  032017a HC BOC Page 276 Page ix Additional Findings  Sixty‐two percent (62%) of respondents indicated that Children and Youth was the group the  Harnett County Park and Recreation Department should make their top priority to serve.  Regarding how well the Harnett County Parks and Recreation Department is currently serving its  residents, respondents were asked to rate how well various programs are currently meeting their  needs. Out of the five programs (sports, outdoor recreation, special events, senior adult  activities, and therapeutic recreation) none had a majority of respondents indicate their need  was being fully or mostly met.   Respondents were asked to indicate which potential indoor programming spaces they would use  from a list of spaces the County could considering developing. Walking and jogging track (69%)  was the most selected response. This coincides with the number of respondents who selected  walking for exercise as one of the most important programs to their household. The other top  most selected potential indoor programming spaces most selected by respondents include a  leisure pool (61%) and a weight room/cardiovascular equipment area (51%). Indoor aquatic  facilities and weights and fitness machines were two of the most important facilities with some  of the highest unmet need in the community.   Respondents were asked to indicate the maximum amount they would be willing to pay in  additional taxes for the types of improvements to the parks, facilities, recreation programs, and  special events in Harnett County that are most important to their household. Forty‐five percent  032017a HC BOC Page 277 Page x (45%) of respondents indicated they would pay at least $10‐$14 per month as the maximum  amount they would pay for improvements. Only 19% indicated they would pay nothing, 17%  would be willing to pay $1‐$4 per month, and 20% would be willing to pay $5‐$9 per month.   Respondents were then asked to rate their willingness to take various actions which would  support expanded parks and recreation programs and facilities in Harnett County. The most  supported option, based on the sum of “very willing” and “willing” responses, was to pay a slight  increase in taxes to support development of new recreation facilities in Harnett County. The least  supported option was to make donations to fund design and construction of new parks and  recreation in Harnett County.   Conclusions and Recommendations  In order to ensure that Harnett County continues to meet the needs and expectations of the  community, ETC Institute recommends that the Parks and Recreation Department sustain and/or  improve the performance in areas that were identified as “high priorities” by the Priority  Investment Rating (PIR). The facilities and programs with the highest PIR ratings are listed below.  Focusing on the following priorities will ensure that Harnett County would provide the greatest  benefit to the largest number of residents within the County.   Facility Priorities   Indoor aquatic facility (PIR=200) Weights and fitness machines (PIR=190) Multi‐use gym space (PIR=161) Indoor track (PIR=158) Dog park (PIR=156) Water access‐kayaking/swimming (PIR=145) Greenway trail system (PIR=136) Playground (PIR=134) Splash pad (PIR=131) Programming Priorities  Youth:  o Camps (PIR=177) o Walking for exercise (PIR=163) o Painting/drawing classes (PIR=147) o After school and Friday programs (PIR=138) Adults:   o Walking for exercise (PIR=200) o Trips/tours  (PIR=133) 032017a HC BOC Page 278 Section 1  Charts and Graphs  032017a HC BOC Page 279 56%55%55%51%50%48%43%43%43%40%40%35%35%32%29%29%28%26%24%20%19%18%17%15%15%14%13%13%11%7%4%6% Weights and fitness machinesPlaygroundIndoor aquatic facilityWater access-kayaking/swimmingPicnic shelterMulti-use gym spaceDog parkIndoor trackFishingGreenway trail systemSplash padBaseball and softball fieldsShooting sports-shooting/archery rangeSoccer fieldsGymnastics gymnasiumClimbing wallOutdoor basketball courtsOutdoor tennis courtsIce skating surface/in-line hockey rinkSkate park/BMXOutdoor volleyball courtsIndoor tennis courtsGolf courseSquash/racquetball courtsHorseshoe pitsEquestrian trails/facilitiesRemote control parkIndoor field turfDisc golf courseBocce ball courtsPickleball courtsOther 0%20%40%60% Q1. Facilities/Amenities Respondent Households Have a Need For by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Source: ETC Institute (2016) 26,99626,51526,27524,63824,06123,243 20,88520,64420,54819,15319,008 16,89116,89115,15813,95513,71513,37812,56011,4059,3849,2888,8068,3257,266 7,2666,5936,2086,1115,390 3,4171,7813,032 Weights and fitness machinesPlaygroundIndoor aquatic facilityWater access-kayaking/swimmingPicnic shelterMulti-use gym spaceDog parkIndoor trackFishingGreenway trail systemSplash padBaseball and softball fieldsShooting sports-shooting/archery rangeSoccer fieldsGymnastics gymnasiumClimbing wall Outdoor basketball courtsOutdoor tennis courtsIce skating surface/in-line hockey rinkSkate park/BMX Outdoor volleyball courtsIndoor tennis courtsGolf courseSquash/racquetball courtsHorseshoe pitsEquestrian trails/facilitiesRemote control parkIndoor field turfDisc golf courseBocce ball courtsPickleball courtsOther 0 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 Q1-1. Estimated Number of Households That Have a Need for Various Facilities/Amenities by number of households based on 48,122 in Harnett County Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 280 22% 18% 19% 22% 12% 9% 5% 6% 8% 11% 5% 8% 5% 10% 6% 6% 6% 6% 7% 1% 2% 4% 2% 2% 3% 2% 3% 1% 5% 29% 28% 22% 17% 17% 16% 16% 14% 10% 7% 12% 8% 10% 5% 8% 7% 6% 5% 4% 9% 7% 4% 6% 6% 7% 4% 6% 3% 2% 4% 1% 23% 33% 32% 20% 42% 33% 32% 25% 26% 17% 33% 33% 27% 15% 28% 13% 18% 18% 16% 25% 9% 10% 16% 12% 14% 7% 18% 8% 13% 12% 6% 14% 26% 21% 28% 42% 29% 42% 47% 55% 56% 65% 50% 52% 59% 71% 58% 74% 71% 70% 73% 65% 83% 81% 77% 81% 79% 87% 76% 87% 82% 85% 92% 82% Baseball and softball fieldsPlaygroundSoccer fieldsGolf coursePicnic shelterFishingOutdoor tennis courtsMulti-use gym spaceWeights and fitness machinesEquestrian trails/facilitiesOutdoor basketball courtsWater access-kayaking/swimmingDisc golf courseSplash padGreenway trail systemSkate park/BMXHorseshoe pitsGymnastics gymnasiumRemote control parkOutdoor volleyball courtsSquash/racquetball courtsIndoor field turfDog parkIndoor tennis courtsPickleball courtsIndoor aquatic facilityShooting sports-shooting/archery rangeClimbing wallIndoor trackBocce ball courtsIce skating surface/in-line hockey rinkOther 0%20%40%60%80%100% Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Q1-2. How Well Parks and Recreation Facilities/Amenities Meet the Needs of Respondent Households Source: ETC Institute (2016) by percentage of respondents with a need for facilities Q1-3. Estimated Number of Households Whose Needs for Facilities/Amenities Are Being Partly Met or Not Met 24,72422,16420,74619,73619,31918,54817,10716,49016,29015,87715,53414,42413,07012,32311,14311,1049,9479,0348,3778,2608,1838,1466,6426,4095,6045,5195,4465,1204,5973,2831,6542,892 Indoor aquatic facilityWeights and fitness machinesWater access-kayaking/swimmingIndoor trackDog parkMulti-use gym spacePicnic shelterGreenway trail systemSplash padShooting sports-shooting/archery rangeFishingPlaygroundClimbing wallGymnastics gymnasiumIce skating surface/in-line hockey rinkOutdoor basketball courtsOutdoor tennis courtsSoccer fieldsOutdoor volleyball courtsBaseball and softball fieldsSkate park/BMXIndoor tennis courtsSquash/racquetball courtsHorseshoe pitsIndoor field turfRemote control parkEquestrian trails/facilitiesGolf courseDisc golf courseBocce ball courtsPickleball courtsOther 0 10,000 20,000 30,000 Not Met Partly MetSource: ETC Institute (2016) by number of households based on 48,122 households in Harnett County 032017a HC BOC Page 281 29%29%25%22%22%22%20%19%18%14%14%14%11%8%8%7%5%5%5%3%3%3%2%2%2%2%2%2%1%1%0%5% Weights and fitness machines Indoor aquatic facility Multi-use gym spaceDog park Indoor track PlaygroundGreenway trail system Splash pad Water access-kayaking/swimmingFishingPicnic shelter Shooting sports-shooting/archery range Gymnastics gymnasiumBaseball and softball fields Soccer fields Ice skating surface/in-line hockey rinkClimbing wall Outdoor basketball courts Golf courseIndoor tennis courts Skate park/BMX Outdoor tennis courtsEquestrian trails/facilities Horseshoe pits Outdoor volleyball courts Indoor field turf Remote control park Squash/racquetball courtsBocce ball courts Disc golf course Pickleball courtsOther 0%10%20%30%40% Most Important 2nd Most Important 3rd Most Important 4th Most ImportantSource: ETC Institute (2016) Q2. Facilities That Are Most Important to Households by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices 60%37%37%37%33%32%30%29%29%28%27%26%26%22%22%21%21%21%18%18%17%14%14%14%12%12%9%7%4%3%4% Walking for exercisePainting/drawing classesCamps (summer/school break)Trips/toursTraining/certifications/educationShooting sports/archeryBasketballAfter School & Friday programsMartial arts/Tai ChiRunning (endurance)Senior recreational programsEnvironmental educationSoccerBaseballClimbingVolleyballFootballSoftballFlag footballTennis/lessons/clinicsCheerleadingEquestrian programsHorseshoesDodge ballDisc golfAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Ultimate frisbeeBocce ballBridge LessonsPickleballOther 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% Q3. Programs That Respondent Households Have a Desire to Participate In by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 282 28,77717,85317,709 17,709 15,83215,592 14,196 13,95513,955 13,378 12,80012,464 12,319 10,58710,442 10,106 9,9619,865 8,662 8,5667,988 6,930 6,7856,593 5,967 5,871 4,475 3,176 1,9731,540 1,973 Walking for exercisePainting/drawing classesCamps (summer/school break) Trips/tours Training/certifications/educationShooting sports/archery Basketball After School & Friday programsMartial arts/Tai Chi Running (endurance) Senior recreational programsEnvironmental education Soccer BaseballClimbing Volleyball FootballSoftball Flag football Tennis/lessons/clinicsCheerleading Equestrian programs HorseshoesDodge ball Disc golf Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) Ultimate frisbee Bocce ball Bridge LessonsPickleball Other 0 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 Q3-1. Estimated Number of Households That Have a Desire to Participate in Various Programs by number of households based on 48,122 households in Harnett County Source: ETC Institute (2016) 20% 10% 16% 14% 9% 15% 10% 2% 5% 7% 2% 4% 7% 3% 4% 2% 4% 4% 4% 3% 2% 2% 2% 1% 2% 34% 32% 24% 20% 25% 16% 19% 21% 10% 4% 9% 6% 3% 7% 5% 6% 4% 2% 3% 3% 2% 5% 2% 3% 1% 1% 27% 29% 34% 33% 18% 30% 35% 27% 25% 29% 30% 10% 15% 26% 13% 24% 17% 36% 31% 14% 12% 5% 15% 22% 16% 14% 10% 7% 19% 28% 26% 33% 48% 39% 37% 51% 61% 60% 60% 80% 75% 65% 78% 69% 76% 58% 63% 81% 83% 91% 81% 75% 81% 84% 88% 100% 100% 93% 100% BaseballFootballBasketballSoccerCheerleadingSoftballWalking for exerciseRunning (endurance)After School & Friday programsDisc golfCamps (summer/school break)HorseshoesFlag footballVolleyballPainting/drawing classesSenior recreational programsMartial arts/Tai ChiEnvironmental educationTraining/certifications/educationShooting sports/archeryAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Bocce ballDodge ballTennis/lessons/clinicsTrips/toursClimbingEquestrian programsBridge LessonsPickleballUltimate frisbeeOther 0%20%40%60%80%100% Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Q3-2. How Well Programs Meet the Needs of Respondent Households Source: ETC Institute (2016) by percentage of respondents with a need for programs 032017a HC BOC Page 283 Q3-3. Estimated Number of Households Whose Needs for Programs Are Being Partly Met or Not Met 1,9731,5401,973 20,74817,14216,24615,88514,85114,79612,90911,94611,78911,66610,34110,1929,1568,5468,2928,1317,7966,7846,7776,3226,0935,7085,5895,3055,2804,8284,4753,030 Walking for exerciseTrips/toursPainting/drawing classesCamps (summer/school break)Training/certifications/educationShooting sports/archeryMartial arts/Tai ChiAfter School & Friday programsSenior recreational programsEnvironmental educationRunning (endurance)ClimbingVolleyballBasketballTennis/lessons/clinicsSoccerFlag footballEquestrian programsSoftballDodge ballHorseshoesFootballAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Disc golfCheerleadingBaseballUltimate frisbeeBocce ballBridge LessonsPickleballOther 0 10,000 20,000 30,000 Not Met Partly MetSource: ETC Institute (2016) by number of households based on 48,122 households in Harnett County by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices 25% 0% 19%16%16%13%13%12%12%11%10%9%8%8%6%6%6%5%5%5%5%4%4%3%2%2%1%1%1%0% 3% Camps (summer/school break)After School & Friday programsBasketballPainting/drawing classesSoccerWalking for exerciseBaseballMartial arts/Tai ChiShooting sports/archeryEnvironmental educationCheerleadingFootballEquestrian programsAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Training/certifications/educationClimbingTrips/toursVolleyballRunning (endurance)SoftballTennis/lessons/clinicsFlag footballDisc golfSenior recreational programsDodge ballHorseshoesBocce ballUltimate frisbeePickleballBridge LessonsOtherNo one of age group 0%10%20%30% Most Important 2nd Most Important 3rd Most Important 4th Most Important Source: ETC Institute (2016) Q4. Programs That Are Most Important to Youth in Households 0% 032017a HC BOC Page 284 by percentage of respondents who selected the items as one of their top four choices 1% 46%23%23%20%19%18%15%11%10%10%9%9%6%6%5%5%5%5%4%4%3%3%3%2%2%2% 1%1%1%4% Walking for exerciseTraining/certifications/educationTrips/toursShooting sports/archerySenior recreational programsPainting/drawing classesRunning (endurance)Martial arts/Tai ChiEnvironmental educationCamps (summer/school break)BasketballAfter School & Friday programsSoccerEquestrian programsClimbingTennis/lessons/clinicsVolleyballDisc golfFootballFlag footballHorseshoesSoftballAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Bocce ballBaseballCheerleadingBridge lessonsDodge ballUltimate frisbeePickleballOther 0%10%20%30%40%50% Most Important 2nd Most Important 3rd Most Important 4th Most ImportantSource: ETC Institute (2016) Q5. Programs That Are Most Important to Adults in Households by percentage of respondents Source: ETC Institute (2016) Children/Youth 62% Adults (18-54 years) 15%Senior adults (55+) 8% Don't know 16% Q6. Which One of the Following Groups do You Think Should be the Harnett County Park and Recreation Department’s Top Priority to Serve? 032017a HC BOC Page 285 7% 4% 4% 3% 1% 22% 17% 11% 6% 4% 39% 46% 40% 30% 17% 32% 33% 45% 61% 78% Sports programs Outdoor recreation Special events Senior adult activities Therapeutic recreation 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Source: ETC Institute (2016) by percentage of respondents with a need for programs Q7. How Well Various Programs Meet the Needs of Respondent Households 46% 42% 28% 23% 11% 8% Cape Fear River Trail Park Anderson Creek Park Barbecue Creek Park Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail South Harnett Park Location Neill's Creek Park 0%20%40%60% by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Q8. Facilities Operated/Owned by Harnett County Households Have Visited During the Past Year Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 286 45% 41% 22% 20% 17% 15% 13% 11% 8% 4% 2% 10% 16% Raven Rock State Park Harnett County Parks & Recreation Churches or other religious organizations Fitness centers Local Schools Other municipal parks Campbell University Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail Private clubs Non-profit organizations Cultural institutions Other None of these 0%20%40%60% by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Q9. Recreation Facilities Households Use Source: ETC Institute (2016) 19% 13% 8% 7% 7% 6% 4% 3% 3% 1% 1% 7% Harnett County Parks & Recreation Raven Rock State Park Churches or other religious organizations Fitness centers Other municipal parks Local Schools Private clubs Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail Campbell University Non-profit organizations Cultural institutions Other 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Q9-1. Recreation Facilities Households Use Most Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 287 58% 30% 22% 12% 12% 11% 11% 9% 8% 6% 6% 6% 5% Don't know what's offered/available Program or facility not offered Lack of quality programs Program times not convenient Facility/operating hours not convenient Use facilities of cities/private institutions Fees too high Not interested/too busy Nothing-I am actively using Facilities too crowded Too hard to find parking Insufficient staffing Poor customer service 0%20%40%60% by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Q10. Reasons Preventing Use of Recreation Programs Offered by the Harnett County Parks & Recreation Department Source: ETC Institute (2016) 52% 29% 28% 19% 13% 8% 5% 7% 21% From friends & family Social media Harnett County website Newspaper Recreation brochures Recreation e-mail Conversations with staff Other None of these 0%20%40%60% by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Q11. Ways Respondents Learn About Harnett County Parks & Recreation Programs and Activities Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 288 69% 61% 51% 47% 39% 37% 33% 30% 29% 27% 25% 24% 23% 21% 19% 16% 12% 9% 5% Walking & jogging track Leisure pool (water slides, sprays, etc.) Weight room/cardiovascular equipment area Aerobics/fitness/dance class space Arts & crafts studio Exercise facility for adults 50+ years Nature center Performing arts (music, drama, etc.) Rock climbing/bouldering wall Space for meetings, parties, banquets 25 meter competition pool Child care area Senior center Multi-court gymnasium/field house Space for teens Indoor soccer/lacrosse Indoor tennis Classroom space Other 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Q12. Potential Indoor Programming Respondent Households Would Use Source: ETC Institute (2016) by percentage of respondents Source: ETC Institute (2016) $20+ per month 15% $15-$19 per month 9% $10-$14 per month 21% $5-$9 per month 20% $1-$4 per month 17% Nothing 19% Q13. Maximum Amount Respondent Households Are Willing to Pay For Improvements to Parks, Facilities, Recreation Programs & Special Events Most Important to Them 032017a HC BOC Page 289 18-34 24% 35-44 25% 45-54 23% 55-64 18% 65+ 11% Q15. Demographics: What is your age? by percentage of respondents Source: ETC Institute (2016) Q14. Willingness to Take Various Actions to Support Expanded Parks and Recreation Programs and Facilities by percentage of respondents 20% 18% 15% 8% 34% 31% 29% 28% 30% 33% 34% 35% 18% 18% 22% 29% 0%20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Very Willing Willing Somewhat Willing Not WillingSource: ETC Institute (2016) Make donations to fund design & construction of new parks & recreation in Harnett County Pay a slight increase in taxes to support expanded recreation programs in Harnett County Pay a slight increase in taxes to support development of new recreation facilities in Harnett County Volunteer to support parks & recreation programs 032017a HC BOC Page 290 Q16. Demographics: Ages of People in Household by percentage of household occupants Under age 5 10% Ages 5-9 10% Ages 10-14 10% Ages 15-19 7%Ages 20-24 4% Ages 25-34 14% Ages 35-44 15% Ages 45-54 12% Ages 55-64 11% Ages 65-74 4% Ages 75+ 2% Source: ETC Institute (2016) 5 or less 30% 6 to 10 14% 11 to 15 9% 16 to 20 11% 21 to 30 12% 31+ 23% Q17. Demographics: How many years have you lived in Sugar Land? by percentage of respondents Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 291 67% 21% 13% 3% 2% 1% White (not Hispanic) African American/Black Hispanic American Indian Asian Other 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% Q18. Demographics: Race/Ethnicity by percentage of respondents (multiple choices could be made) Source: ETC Institute (2016) Male 48% Female 52% Q19. Demographics: What is your gender? by percentage of respondents Source: ETC Institute (2016) 032017a HC BOC Page 292                 Section 2  Priority Investment Rating                       032017a HC BOC Page 293     Priority Investment Rating  Harnett County, North Carolina    The Priority Investment Rating (PIR) was developed by ETC Institute to provide governments  with an objective tool for evaluating the priority that should be placed on parks and recreation  investments.  The Priority Investment Rating was developed by ETC Institute to identify the  facilities and programs residents think should receive the highest priority for investment.  The  priority investment rating reflects the importance residents place on items (sum of top 4 choices)  and the unmet needs (needs that are only being partly or not met) for each facility/program  relative to the facility/program that rated the highest overall.  Since decisions related to future  investments should consider both the level of unmet need and the importance of facilities and  programs, the PIR weights each of these components equally.    The PIR reflects the sum of the Unmet Needs Rating and the Importance Rating as shown in the  equation below:     PIR = UNR + IR    For example, suppose the Unmet Needs Rating for playgrounds is 26.5 (out of 100) and the  Importance Rating for playgrounds is 52 (out of 100), the Priority Investment Rating for  playgrounds would be 78.5 (out of 200).    How to Analyze the Charts:     High Priority Areas are those with a PIR of at least 125.  A rating of 125 or above  generally indicates there is a relatively high level of unmet need and residents  generally think it is important to fund improvements in these areas.  Improvements in  this area are likely to have a positive impact on the greatest number of households.     Medium Priority Areas are those with a PIR of 50‐124.  A rating in this range generally  indicates there is a medium to high level of unmet need or a significant percentage of  residents generally think it is important to fund improvements in these areas.         Low Priority Areas are those with a PIR below 50.  A rating in this range generally  indicates there is a relatively low level of unmet need and residents do not think it is  important to fund improvements in these areas.  Improvements may be warranted if  the needs of very specialized populations are being targeted.    The following pages show the Unmet Needs Rating, Importance Rating, and Priority Investment  Rating for facilities and programs.     032017a HC BOC Page 294 100.089.683.979.878.175.069.266.765.964.262.858.352.949.845.144.940.236.533.933.433.132.926.925.922.722.322.020.718.613.36.711.7Indoor aquatic facilityWeights and fitness machinesWater access-kayaking/swimmingIndoor trackDog parkMulti-use gym space-basketball, volleyball,Picnic shelterGreenway trail systemSplash padShooting sports-shooting/archery rangeFishingPlaygroundClimbing wallGymnastics gymnasiumIce skating surface/in-line hockey rinkOutdoor basketball courtsOutdoor tennis courtsSoccer fieldsOutdoor volleyball courtsBaseball and softball fieldsSkate park/BMXIndoor tennis courtsSquash/racquetball courtsHorseshoe pitsIndoor field turfRemote control parkEquestrian trails/facilitiesGolf courseDisc golf courseBocce ball courtsPickleball courtsOther0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0Unmet Needs Rating for Recreation Facilitiesthe rating for the item with the most unmet need=100 the rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item with the most unmet needSource: ETC Institute (2016)032017a HC BOC Page 295 Source: ETC Institute (2016)Importance Rating for Recreation Facilitiesthe rating for the item rated as the most important=100 the rating of all other items reflects the relative level of importance for each item compared to the item rated as the most important100.0100.085.877.877.875.769.465.361.148.648.347.639.628.827.124.718.817.016.311.811.89.08.37.67.66.35.95.63.13.10.717.7Weights and fitness machinesIndoor aquatic facilityMulti-use gym space-basketball, volleyball,Dog parkIndoor trackPlaygroundGreenway trail systemSplash padWater access-kayaking/swimmingFishingPicnic shelterShooting sports-shooting/archery rangeGymnastics gymnasiumBaseball and softball fieldsSoccer fieldsIce skating surface/in-line hockey rinkClimbing wallOutdoor basketball courtsGolf courseIndoor tennis courtsSkate park/BMXOutdoor tennis courtsEquestrian trails/facilitiesHorseshoe pitsOutdoor volleyball courtsIndoor field turfRemote control parkSquash/racquetball courtsBocce ball courtsDisc golf coursePickleball courtsOther0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0032017a HC BOC Page 296 Top Priorities for Investment for Recreation Facilities Based on the Priority Investment Rating200 190 161 158 156 145 136 134 131 117 112 111 89 72 70 64 62 62 49 45 45 42 37 34 32 30 29 28 22 16 7 29 Indoor aquatic facilityWeights and fitness machinesMulti-use gym space-basketball, volleyball,Indoor trackDog parkWater access-kayaking/swimmingGreenway trail systemPlaygroundSplash padPicnic shelterShooting sports-shooting/archery rangeFishingGymnastics gymnasiumClimbing wallIce skating surface/in-line hockey rinkSoccer fieldsBaseball and softball fieldsOutdoor basketball courtsOutdoor tennis courtsSkate park/BMXIndoor tennis courtsOutdoor volleyball courtsGolf courseHorseshoe pitsSquash/racquetball courtsEquestrian trails/facilitiesIndoor field turfRemote control parkDisc golf courseBocce ball courtsPickleball courtsOther0 40 80 120 160 200 Medium Priority(50-124)Lower Priority(0-49)Source: ETC Institute (2016)High Priority(125+)032017a HC BOC Page 297 100.082.678.376.671.671.362.257.656.856.249.849.144.141.240.039.237.632.732.730.529.427.526.925.625.423.321.614.69.57.49.5Walking for exerciseTrips/toursPainting/drawing classesCamps (summer/school break)Training/certifications/educationShooting sports/archeryMartial arts/Tai ChiAfter School & Friday programsSenior recreational programsEnvironmental educationRunning (endurance)ClimbingVolleyballBasketballTennis/lessons/clinicsSoccerFlag footballEquestrian programsSoftballDodge ballHorseshoesFootballAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Disc golfCheerleadingBaseballUltimate frisbeeBocce ballBridge LessonsPickleballOther0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0Unmet Needs Rating for Youth Recreation Programsthe rating for the item with the most unmet need=100 the rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item with the most unmet needSource: ETC Institute (2016)032017a HC BOC Page 298 Source: ETC Institute (2016)Importance Rating for Youth Recreation Programsthe rating for the item rated as the most important=100 the rating of all other items reflects the relative level of importance for each item compared to the item rated as the most important100.080.880.868.466.362.759.655.450.848.742.042.031.630.629.526.925.425.424.420.220.216.612.412.47.37.34.72.11.00.015.0Camps (summer/school break)After School & Friday programsBasketballPainting/drawing classesSoccerWalking for exerciseBaseballMartial arts/Tai ChiShooting sports/archeryEnvironmental educationCheerleadingFootballEquestrian programsAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Training/certifications/educationClimbingTrips/toursVolleyballRunning (endurance)SoftballTennis/lessons/clinicsFlag footballDisc golfSenior recreational programsDodge ballHorseshoesBocce ballUltimate frisbeePickleballBridge LessonsOther0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0032017a HC BOC Page 299 Top Priorities for Investment for Youth Recreation Programs Based on the Priority Investment Rating177 163 147 138 122 122 118 108 106 105 101 83 76 74 70 69 69 67 64 60 58 54 53 38 38 37 24 19 10 8 25 Camps (summer/school break)Walking for exercisePainting/drawing classesAfter School & Friday programsShooting sports/archeryBasketballMartial arts/Tai ChiTrips/toursSoccerEnvironmental educationTraining/certifications/educationBaseballClimbingRunning (endurance)VolleyballFootballSenior recreational programsCheerleadingEquestrian programsTennis/lessons/clinicsAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Flag footballSoftballDisc golfDodge ballHorseshoesUltimate frisbeeBocce ballBridge LessonsPickleballOther0 40 80 120 160 200 Medium Priority(50-124)Lower Priority(0-49)Source: ETC Institute (2016)High Priority(125+)032017a HC BOC Page 300 100.082.678.376.671.671.362.257.656.856.249.849.144.141.240.039.237.632.732.730.529.427.526.925.625.423.321.614.69.57.49.5Walking for exerciseTrips/toursPainting/drawing classesCamps (summer/school break)Training/certifications/educationShooting sports/archeryMartial arts/Tai ChiAfter School & Friday programsSenior recreational programsEnvironmental educationRunning (endurance)ClimbingVolleyballBasketballTennis/lessons/clinicsSoccerFlag footballEquestrian programsSoftballDodge ballHorseshoesFootballAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Disc golfCheerleadingBaseballUltimate frisbeeBocce ballBridge LessonsPickleballOther0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0Unmet Needs Rating for Adult Recreation Programs the rating for the item with the most unmet need=100 the rating of all other items reflects the relative amount of unmet need for each item compared to the item with the most unmet needSource: ETC Institute (2016)032017a HC BOC Page 301 Source: ETC Institute (2016)Importance Rating for Adult Recreation Programsthe rating for the item rated as the most important=100 the rating of all other items reflects the relative level of importance for each item compared to the item rated as the most important100.050.150.144.242.040.033.324.322.521.920.418.612.912.911.811.811.811.68.88.57.47.05.55.04.84.22.62.42.01.58.5Walking for exerciseTraining/certifications/educationTrips/toursShooting sports/archerySenior recreational programsPainting/drawing classesRunning (endurance)Martial arts/Tai ChiEnvironmental educationCamps (summer/school break)BasketballAfter School & Friday programsEquestrian programsSoccerClimbingTennis/lessons/clinicsVolleyballDisc golfFootballFlag footballHorseshoesSoftballAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)Bocce ballBaseballCheerleadingBridge LessonsDodge ballUltimate frisbeePickleballOther0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0032017a HC BOC Page 302 Top Priorities for Investment for Adult Recreation Programs Based on the Priority Investment Rating200 133 122 118 116 99 98 87 83 79 76 62 61 56 52 52 46 46 40 37 37 36 33 32 30 28 24 20 12 9 18 Walking for exerciseTrips/toursTraining/certifications/educationPainting/drawing classesShooting sports/archerySenior recreational programsCamps (summer/school break)Martial arts/Tai ChiRunning (endurance)Environmental educationAfter School & Friday programsBasketballClimbingVolleyballSoccerTennis/lessons/clinicsFlag footballEquestrian programsSoftballDisc golfHorseshoesFootballDodge ballAction sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.)CheerleadingBaseballUltimate frisbeeBocce ballBridge LessonsPickleballOther0 40 80 120 160 200 Medium Priority(50-124)Lower Priority(0-49)Source: ETC Institute (2016)High Priority(125+)032017a HC BOC Page 303               Section 3  Benchmarking Analysis                         032017a HC BOC Page 304 Benchmarking Summary Report  Harnett County, North Carolina  Since 1998, ETC Institute has conducted household surveys for needs assessments, feasibility studies,  customer satisfaction, fees and charges comparisons, and other parks and recreation issues in more  than 400 communities in over 49 states across the country.    The results of these surveys has provided an unparalleled data base of information to compare  responses from household residents in client communities to “National Averages” and therefore  provide a unique tool to “assist organizations in better decision making.”  Communities within the data base include a full‐range of municipal and county governments from  20,000 in population through over 1 million in population.  They include communities in warm  weather climates and cold weather climates, mature communities and some of the fastest growing  cities and counties in the country.  “National Averages” have been developed for numerous strategically important parks and  recreation planning and management issues including: customer satisfaction and usage of parks and  programs; methods for receiving marketing information; reasons that prevent members of households  from using parks and recreation facilities more often; priority recreation programs, parks, facilities and  trails to improve or develop; priority programming spaces to have in planned community centers and  aquatic facilities; potential attendance for planned indoor community centers and outdoor aquatic  centers; etc.    Results from household responses for Harnett County, North Carolina were compared to National  Benchmarks to gain further strategic information.  A summary of all tabular comparisons are shown  on the following page.  Note: The benchmarking data contained in this report is protected intellectual property.  Any  reproduction of the benchmarking information in this report by persons or organizations not directly  affiliated with Harnett County, North Carolina is not authorized without written consent from ETC  Institute.  032017a HC BOC Page 305 National AverageHarnett County 2016Ways respondents learn about recreation programs and activitiesConversations with City/County/Park District staff6%5%Departmental Brochure (Seasonal program guide)54%13%E‐mail bulletins/notification (Email)11%8%Newspaper 37%19%Website31%28%Word of Mouth/Friends/Coworkers43%52%Social media ‐ Facebook/Twitter11%29%Organizations used for parks and recreation programs and facilitiesChurches28%8%County Parks & Recreation Department46%19%College/University Facilities16%3%Other Cities/Park Districts24%7%Private Clubs21%4%School District30%6%Reasons preventing the use of parks and recreation facilities and programs more often Facility operating hours are not convenient7%12%Fees are too expensive15%11%I do not know what is being offered24%58%Lack of parking6%6%Lack of quality programs8%22%Poor customer service by staff3%5%Program times are not convenient16%12%Use facilities in other Cities/private institution10%11%We are not interested17%9%Benchmarking for Harnett County, North Carolina032017a HC BOC Page 306 National AverageHarnett County 2016Benchmarking for Harnett County, North CarolinaRecreation programs that respondent households have a need forAfter school programs16%29%Seniors/Adult programs for 50 years and older25%27%Tennis lessons and leagues16%18%Youth camp programs19%37%Most important recreation programsAfter school programs 7%16%Seniors/Adult programs for 50 years and older 15%2%Tennis lessons and leagues 6%4%Youth camp programs 9%19%032017a HC BOC Page 307 National AverageHarnett County 2016Benchmarking for Harnett County, North CarolinaParks and recreation facilities that respondent households have a need for                18 Hole Golf Course 28%17%BMX Bicycle Course 14%20%Bodies of Water/Lake with Public Access 41%51%Equestrian Facility/Trails 10%14%Fishing areas (Fishing piers) 35%43%Indoor Fitness and Exercise Facilities 46%56%Indoor Gyms/Multi‐Purpose Rec Center 27%48%Indoor Ice‐Skating Rinks 26%24%Indoor running/walking track 40%43%Indoor Swimming Pools/Aquatic Center 41%55%Indoor Tennis 17%18%Greenway trail system51%40%Off‐leash dog parks28%43%Outdoor basketball/multi‐use courts23%28%Picnic Areas and Shelters52%50%Playground Equipment for Children43%55%Soccer, Lacrosse Fields (Outdoor field space)21%32%Splash park/pad28%40%Tennis Courts (outdoor)26%26%Ultimate Frisbee/Disc Golf15%11%Volleyball courts (outdoor sand)15%19%Youth Baseball/Softball Fields20%35%032017a HC BOC Page 308 National AverageHarnett County 2016Benchmarking for Harnett County, North CarolinaMost important parks and recreation facilities18 Hole Golf Course11%5%BMX Bicycle Course3%3%Bodies of Water/Lake with Public Access15%18%Equestrian Facility/Trails3%2%Fishing areas12%14%Indoor Fitness and Exercise Facilities19%29%Indoor Gyms/Multi‐Purpose Rec Centers7%25%Indoor Ice‐Skating Rinks7%7%Indoor Swimming Pools/Aquatic Facilities16%29%Indoor Tennis6%3%Indoor running/walking track14%22%Greenway trail system19%20%Off‐Leash Dog Park14%22%Outdoor Basketball Courts4%5%Picnic Areas and Shelters15%14%Playground Equipment for Children18%22.0%Soccer, Lacrosse Fields (Outdoor field space)8%8%Splash park/pad9%19%Tennis Courts (outdoor)7%3%Ultimate Frisbee/Disc Golf3%1%Volleyball Courts (outdoor sand)2%2%Youth Baseball/Softball Fields8%8.0%032017a HC BOC Page 309               Section 4  Tabular Data                         032017a HC BOC Page 310 Q1. FACILITY NEEDS. A variety of recreation facilities/amenities are listed below. For each one, please indicate if you or others in your household have a need for the facility/amenity (whether there is already a facility in the County or not). (N=410) Yes No Q1-1. Multi-use gym space-basketball, volleyball, etc 48.3% 51.7% Q1-2. Gymnastics gymnasium 29.0% 71.0% Q1-3. Weights and fitness machines 56.1% 43.9% Q1-4. Indoor track 42.9% 57.1% Q1-5. Indoor field turf 12.7% 87.3% Q1-6. Squash/racquetball courts 15.1% 84.9% Q1-7. Pickleball courts 3.7% 96.3% Q1-8. Bocce ball courts 7.1% 92.9% Q1-9. Horseshoe pits 15.1% 84.9% Q1-10. Dog park 43.4% 56.6% Q1-11. Baseball and softball fields 35.1% 64.9% Q1-12. Soccer fields 31.5% 68.5% Q1-13. Outdoor tennis courts 26.1% 73.9% Q1-14. Indoor tennis courts 18.3% 81.7% Q1-15. Outdoor basketball courts 27.8% 72.2% Q1-16. Outdoor volleyball courts 19.3% 80.7% Q1-17. Disc golf course 11.2% 88.8% Q1-18. Golf course 17.3% 82.7% Q1-19. Ice skating surface/in-line hockey rink 23.7% 76.3% Q1-20. Skate park/BMX 19.5% 80.5% Q1-21. Greenway trail system 39.8% 60.2% Q1-22. Equestrian trails/facilities 13.7% 86.3% Q1-23. Shooting sports-shooting/archery range 35.1% 64.9% Q1-24. Climbing wall 28.5% 71.5% Q1-25. Remote control park 12.9% 87.1% Q1-26. Picnic shelter 50.0% 50.0% 032017a HC BOC Page 311 Q1. FACILITY NEEDS. A variety of recreation facilities/amenities are listed below. For each one, please indicate if you or others in your household have a need for the facility/amenity (whether there is already a facility in the County or not). Yes No Q1-27. Playground 55.1% 44.9% Q1-28. Splash pad 39.5% 60.5% Q1-29. Fishing 42.7% 57.3% Q1-30. Water access-kayaking/swimming 51.2% 48.8% Q1-31. Indoor aquatic facility 54.6% 45.4% Q1-32. Other 6.3% 93.7% 032017a HC BOC Page 312 Q1. If you or your household have a need, please indicate how well your needs are currently being met by that type of facility. (N=385) Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Q1-1. Multi-use gym space-basketball, volleyball, etc 6.1% 14.0% 25.1% 54.7% Q1-2. Gymnastics gymnasium 6.3% 5.4% 18.0% 70.3% Q1-3. Weights and fitness machines 8.0% 9.9% 26.4% 55.7% Q1-4. Indoor track 2.5% 1.9% 13.4% 82.2% Q1-5. Indoor field turf 4.2% 4.2% 10.4% 81.3% Q1-6. Squash/racquetball courts 1.7% 6.9% 8.6% 82.8% Q1-7. Pickleball courts 0.0% 7.1% 14.3% 78.6% Q1-8. Bocce ball courts 0.0% 3.8% 11.5% 84.6% Q1-9. Horseshoe pits 5.9% 5.9% 17.6% 70.6% Q1-10. Dog park 1.9% 5.6% 15.6% 76.9% Q1-11. Baseball and softball fields 22.2% 28.9% 23.0% 25.9% Q1-12. Soccer fields 18.5% 21.8% 31.9% 27.7% Q1-13. Outdoor tennis courts 5.2% 15.6% 32.3% 46.9% Q1-14. Indoor tennis courts 1.5% 6.0% 11.9% 80.6% Q1-15. Outdoor basketball courts 4.7% 12.3% 33.0% 50.0% Q1-16. Outdoor volleyball courts 1.4% 8.5% 25.4% 64.8% Q1-17. Disc golf course 4.9% 9.8% 26.8% 58.5% Q1-18. Golf course 21.5% 16.9% 20.0% 41.5% Q1-19. Ice skating surface/in-line hockey rink 1.2% 1.2% 5.9% 91.8% Q1-20. Skate park/BMX 5.7% 7.1% 12.9% 74.3% Q1-21. Greenway trail system 5.6% 8.3% 27.8% 58.3% Q1-22. Equestrian trails/facilities 10.9% 6.5% 17.4% 65.2% Q1-23. Shooting sports-shooting/archery range 0.0% 6.0% 17.9% 76.1% Q1-24. Climbing wall 1.9% 2.8% 8.3% 87.0% Q1-25. Remote control park 6.7% 4.4% 15.6% 73.3% Q1-26. Picnic shelter 12.3% 16.6% 41.7% 29.4% Q1-27. Playground 17.5% 28.2% 33.0% 21.4% 032017a HC BOC Page 313 Q1. If you or your household have a need, please indicate how well your needs are currently being met by that type of facility. Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Q1-28. Splash pad 9.5% 4.8% 15.0% 70.7% Q1-29. Fishing 8.9% 15.5% 33.3% 42.3% Q1-30. Water access-kayaking/swimming 8.2% 7.7% 32.7% 51.5% Q1-31. Indoor aquatic facility 2.5% 3.5% 7.0% 87.1% Q1-32. Other 4.5% 0.0% 13.6% 81.8% 032017a HC BOC Page 314 Q1. Other Q1-32. Other Number Percent Outdoor public pool 2 8.7 % walking & biking trails & all of above near Buffalo Lake road 1 4.3 % Yoga 1 4.3 % Mountain bike trails 1 4.3 % Indoor playground for toddlers 1 4.3 % Transportation facility for Pre-K children 1 4.3 % Pool 1 4.3 % bike trails 1 4.3 % Paintball 1 4.3 % Bicycle lanes 1 4.3 % Outdoor swimming 1 4.3 % Movie theater 1 4.3 % Public pool 1 4.3 % YMCA with pool 1 4.3 % boat ramps 1 4.3 % walking trail 1 4.3 % community garden 1 4.3 % Bowling facility 1 4.3 % computer lab 1 4.3 % badminton court 1 4.3 % Walking 1 4.3 % CrossFit Gym 1 4.3 % Total 23 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 315 Q2. Which FOUR of the facilities listed in Question 1 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to members of your household? Q2. Top choice Number Percent Multi-use gym space-basketball, volleyball, etc 49 12.0 % Gymnastics gymnasium 17 4.1 % Weights and fitness machines 48 11.7 % Indoor track 25 6.1 % Indoor field turf 1 0.2 % Squash/racquetball courts 1 0.2 % Horseshoe pits 2 0.5 % Dog park 23 5.6 % Baseball and softball fields 11 2.7 % Soccer fields 5 1.2 % Outdoor tennis courts 4 1.0 % Indoor tennis courts 2 0.5 % Outdoor basketball courts 1 0.2 % Golf course 3 0.7 % Skate park/BMX 2 0.5 % Greenway trail system 26 6.3 % Equestrian trails/facilities 1 0.2 % Shooting sports-shooting/archery range 15 3.7 % Climbing wall 3 0.7 % Picnic shelter 5 1.2 % Playground 27 6.6 % Splash pad 12 2.9 % Fishing 9 2.2 % Water access-kayaking/swimming 13 3.2 % Indoor aquatic facility 36 8.8 % Other 10 2.4 % None chosen 59 14.4 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 316 Q2. Which FOUR of the facilities listed in Question 1 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to members of your household? Q2. 2nd choice Number Percent Multi-use gym space-basketball, volleyball, etc 25 6.1 % Gymnastics gymnasium 14 3.4 % Weights and fitness machines 22 5.4 % Indoor track 23 5.6 % Indoor field turf 5 1.2 % Squash/racquetball courts 3 0.7 % Horseshoe pits 2 0.5 % Dog park 23 5.6 % Baseball and softball fields 8 2.0 % Soccer fields 10 2.4 % Outdoor tennis courts 1 0.2 % Indoor tennis courts 5 1.2 % Outdoor basketball courts 6 1.5 % Outdoor volleyball courts 3 0.7 % Disc golf course 2 0.5 % Golf course 4 1.0 % Ice skating surface/in-line hockey rink 10 2.4 % Skate park/BMX 4 1.0 % Greenway trail system 29 7.1 % Equestrian trails/facilities 5 1.2 % Shooting sports-shooting/archery range 10 2.4 % Climbing wall 4 1.0 % Remote control park 2 0.5 % Picnic shelter 14 3.4 % Playground 22 5.4 % Splash pad 22 5.4 % Fishing 15 3.7 % Water access-kayaking/swimming 23 5.6 % Indoor aquatic facility 25 6.1 % Other 1 0.2 % None chosen 68 16.6 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 317 Q2. Which FOUR of the facilities listed in Question 1 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to members of your household? Q2. 3rd choice Number Percent Multi-use gym space-basketball, volleyball, etc 15 3.7 % Gymnastics gymnasium 12 2.9 % Weights and fitness machines 27 6.6 % Indoor track 26 6.3 % Indoor field turf 1 0.2 % Squash/racquetball courts 2 0.5 % Bocce ball courts 1 0.2 % Dog park 21 5.1 % Baseball and softball fields 10 2.4 % Soccer fields 9 2.2 % Outdoor tennis courts 3 0.7 % Indoor tennis courts 4 1.0 % Outdoor basketball courts 4 1.0 % Outdoor volleyball courts 2 0.5 % Disc golf course 1 0.2 % Golf course 4 1.0 % Ice skating surface/in-line hockey rink 6 1.5 % Skate park/BMX 3 0.7 % Greenway trail system 14 3.4 % Equestrian trails/facilities 2 0.5 % Shooting sports-shooting/archery range 20 4.9 % Climbing wall 6 1.5 % Remote control park 3 0.7 % Picnic shelter 23 5.6 % Playground 20 4.9 % Splash pad 28 6.8 % Fishing 13 3.2 % Water access-kayaking/swimming 18 4.4 % Indoor aquatic facility 28 6.8 % Other 4 1.0 % None chosen 80 19.5 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 318 Q2. Which FOUR of the facilities listed in Question 1 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to members of your household? Q2. 4th choice Number Percent Multi-use gym space-basketball, volleyball, etc 12 2.9 % Gymnastics gymnasium 4 1.0 % Weights and fitness machines 21 5.1 % Indoor track 18 4.4 % Indoor field turf 1 0.2 % Squash/racquetball courts 1 0.2 % Pickleball courts 1 0.2 % Bocce ball courts 3 0.7 % Horseshoe pits 5 1.2 % Dog park 25 6.1 % Baseball and softball fields 5 1.2 % Soccer fields 8 2.0 % Outdoor tennis courts 3 0.7 % Indoor tennis courts 3 0.7 % Outdoor basketball courts 9 2.2 % Outdoor volleyball courts 4 1.0 % Disc golf course 1 0.2 % Golf course 8 2.0 % Ice skating surface/in-line hockey rink 13 3.2 % Skate park/BMX 5 1.2 % Greenway trail system 13 3.2 % Equestrian trails/facilities 2 0.5 % Shooting sports-shooting/archery range 11 2.7 % Climbing wall 9 2.2 % Remote control park 2 0.5 % Picnic shelter 15 3.7 % Playground 20 4.9 % Splash pad 15 3.7 % Fishing 20 4.9 % Water access-kayaking/swimming 18 4.4 % Indoor aquatic facility 29 7.1 % Other 6 1.5 % None chosen 100 24.4 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 319 Q2. Which FOUR of the facilities listed in Question 1 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to members of your household? (top 4) Q2. Sum of top 4 choices Number Percent Multi-use gym space-basketball, volleyball, etc 101 24.6 % Gymnastics gymnasium 47 11.5 % Weights and fitness machines 118 28.8 % Indoor track 92 22.4 % Indoor field turf 8 2.0 % Squash/racquetball courts 7 1.7 % Pickleball courts 1 0.2 % Bocce ball courts 4 1.0 % Horseshoe pits 9 2.2 % Dog park 92 22.4 % Baseball and softball fields 34 8.3 % Soccer fields 32 7.8 % Outdoor tennis courts 11 2.7 % Indoor tennis courts 14 3.4 % Outdoor basketball courts 20 4.9 % Outdoor volleyball courts 9 2.2 % Disc golf course 4 1.0 % Golf course 19 4.6 % Ice skating surface/in-line hockey rink 29 7.1 % Skate park/BMX 14 3.4 % Greenway trail system 82 20.0 % Equestrian trails/facilities 10 2.4 % Shooting sports-shooting/archery range 56 13.7 % Climbing wall 22 5.4 % Remote control park 7 1.7 % Picnic shelter 57 13.9 % Playground 89 21.7 % Splash pad 77 18.8 % Fishing 57 13.9 % Water access-kayaking/swimming 72 17.6 % Indoor aquatic facility 118 28.8 % Other 21 5.1 % None chosen 59 14.4 % Total 1392 032017a HC BOC Page 320 Q3. PROGRAM/ACTIVITY NEEDS. A variety of recreation programs/activities are listed below. For each one, please indicate if you or others in your household have a desire to participate in the program/activity. (N=410) Yes No Q3-1. Action Sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 12.2% 87.8% Q3-2. After School & Friday programs 29.0% 71.0% Q3-3. Baseball 22.0% 78.0% Q3-4. Basketball 29.5% 70.5% Q3-5. Bocce ball 6.6% 93.4% Q3-6. Bridge lessons 4.1% 95.9% Q3-7. Camps (summer/school break) 36.8% 63.2% Q3-8. Cheerleading 16.6% 83.4% Q3-9. Climbing 21.7% 78.3% Q3-10. Disc golf 12.4% 87.6% Q3-11. Dodge ball 13.7% 86.3% Q3-12. Flag football 18.0% 82.0% Q3-13. Football 20.7% 79.3% Q3-14. Horseshoes 14.1% 85.9% Q3-15. Martial arts/Tai Chi 29.0% 71.0% Q3-16. Painting/drawing classes 37.1% 62.9% Q3-17. Pickleball 3.2% 96.8% Q3-18. Running (endurance) 27.8% 72.2% Q3-19. Senior recreational programs 26.6% 73.4% Q3-20. Shooting sports/archery 32.4% 67.6% Q3-21. Soccer 25.6% 74.4% Q3-22. Softball 20.5% 79.5% Q3-23. Tennis/lessons/clinics 17.8% 82.2% Q3-24. Training/certifications/education 32.9% 67.1% Q3-25. Trips/tours 36.8% 63.2% Q3-26. Equestrian programs 14.4% 85.6% Q3-27. Ultimate frisbee 9.3% 90.7% 032017a HC BOC Page 321 Q3. PROGRAM/ACTIVITY NEEDS. A variety of recreation programs/activities are listed below. For each one, please indicate if you or others in your household have a desire to participate in the program/activity. Yes No Q3-28. Volleyball 21.0% 79.0% Q3-29. Walking for exercise 59.8% 40.2% Q3-30. Environmental education 25.9% 74.1% Q3-31. Other 4.1% 95.9% 032017a HC BOC Page 322 Q3. If you or others have a desire to participate, please indicate how well your needs for that program/activity are currently being met. (N=373) Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Q3-1. Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 2.4% 2.4% 11.9% 83.3% Q3-2. After School & Friday programs 4.8% 9.6% 25.0% 60.6% Q3-3. Baseball 20.3% 34.2% 26.6% 19.0% Q3-4. Basketball 15.5% 24.3% 34.0% 26.2% Q3-5. Bocce ball 0.0% 4.5% 4.5% 90.9% Q3-6. Bridge lessons 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 100.0% Q3-7. Camps (summer/school break) 1.6% 8.7% 30.2% 59.5% Q3-8. Cheerleading 8.9% 25.0% 17.9% 48.2% Q3-9. Climbing 1.2% 1.2% 13.6% 84.0% Q3-10. Disc golf 6.7% 4.4% 28.9% 60.0% Q3-11. Dodge ball 2.1% 2.1% 14.6% 81.3% Q3-12. Flag football 6.7% 3.3% 15.0% 75.0% Q3-13. Football 10.3% 32.4% 29.4% 27.9% Q3-14. Horseshoes 4.1% 6.1% 10.2% 79.6% Q3-15. Martial arts/Tai Chi 3.8% 3.8% 17.0% 75.5% Q3-16. Painting/drawing classes 3.7% 5.2% 13.4% 77.6% Q3-17. Pickleball 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 100.0% Q3-18. Running (endurance) 2.1% 20.6% 26.8% 50.5% Q3-19. Senior recreational programs 2.2% 5.6% 23.6% 68.5% Q3-20. Shooting sports/archery 2.6% 2.6% 13.7% 81.2% Q3-21. Soccer 14.3% 19.8% 33.0% 33.0% Q3-22. Softball 14.9% 16.4% 29.9% 38.8% Q3-23. Tennis/lessons/clinics 0.0% 3.2% 22.2% 74.6% Q3-24. Training/certifications/education 3.5% 2.7% 31.0% 62.8% Q3-25. Trips/tours 2.4% 0.8% 15.7% 81.1% Q3-26. Equestrian programs 2.1% 0.0% 10.4% 87.5% Q3-27. Ultimate frisbee 0.0% 0.0% 7.1% 92.9% 032017a HC BOC Page 323 Q3. If you or others have a desire to participate, please indicate how well your needs for that program/activity are currently being met. Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Q3-28. Volleyball 2.7% 6.8% 25.7% 64.9% Q3-29. Walking for exercise 9.5% 18.5% 35.1% 37.0% Q3-30. Environmental education 4.3% 2.2% 35.5% 58.1% Q3-31. Other 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 100.0% Q3. Other Q3-31. Other Number Percent Yoga 2 12.5 % biking 1 6.3 % Gymnastics or dance for my daughter 1 6.3 % fitness & wellness 1 6.3 % Pool 1 6.3 % We need a park on Highway 87 South 1 6.3 % Gymnastics 1 6.3 % Swimming 1 6.3 % fitness lessons 1 6.3 % dance 1 6.3 % indoor pool 1 6.3 % bowling 1 6.3 % special needs oriented programs 1 6.3 % shooting 1 6.3 % weightlifting 1 6.3 % Total 16 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 324 Q4. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to YOUTH in your household (under age 18)? Q4. Top choice Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 11 2.7 % After School & Friday programs 41 10.0 % Baseball 25 6.1 % Basketball 18 4.4 % Camps (summer/school break) 20 4.9 % Cheerleading 5 1.2 % Climbing 3 0.7 % Dodge ball 1 0.2 % Flag football 2 0.5 % Football 4 1.0 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 10 2.4 % Painting/drawing classes 12 2.9 % Running (endurance) 4 1.0 % Senior recreational programs 1 0.2 % Shooting sports/archery 7 1.7 % Soccer 20 4.9 % Softball 2 0.5 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 4 1.0 % Training/certifications/education 2 0.5 % Trips/tours 1 0.2 % Equestrian programs 8 2.0 % Volleyball 5 1.2 % Walking for exercise 14 3.4 % Environmental education 3 0.7 % Other 3 0.7 % No one of age group 103 25.1 % None chosen 81 19.8 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 325 Q4. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to YOUTH in your household (under age 18)? Q4. 2nd choice Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 3 0.7 % After School & Friday programs 12 2.9 % Baseball 10 2.4 % Basketball 27 6.6 % Bocce ball 1 0.2 % Camps (summer/school break) 23 5.6 % Cheerleading 8 2.0 % Climbing 4 1.0 % Disc golf 4 1.0 % Dodge ball 1 0.2 % Flag football 4 1.0 % Football 14 3.4 % Horseshoes 1 0.2 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 12 2.9 % Painting/drawing classes 14 3.4 % Running (endurance) 2 0.5 % Senior recreational programs 2 0.5 % Shooting sports/archery 8 2.0 % Soccer 13 3.2 % Softball 3 0.7 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 2 0.5 % Training/certifications/education 6 1.5 % Trips/tours 9 2.2 % Equestrian programs 5 1.2 % Ultimate frisbee 1 0.2 % Volleyball 6 1.5 % Walking for exercise 10 2.4 % Environmental education 12 2.9 % Other 1 0.2 % None chosen 192 46.8 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 326 Q4. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to YOUTH in your household (under age 18)? Q4. 3rd choice Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 6 1.5 % After School & Friday programs 3 0.7 % Baseball 6 1.5 % Basketball 16 3.9 % Bocce ball 2 0.5 % Camps (summer/school break) 16 3.9 % Cheerleading 12 2.9 % Climbing 6 1.5 % Disc golf 3 0.7 % Dodge ball 2 0.5 % Flag football 2 0.5 % Football 11 2.7 % Horseshoes 2 0.5 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 7 1.7 % Painting/drawing classes 20 4.9 % Pickleball 1 0.2 % Running (endurance) 6 1.5 % Senior recreational programs 5 1.2 % Shooting sports/archery 16 3.9 % Soccer 11 2.7 % Softball 6 1.5 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 5 1.2 % Training/certifications/education 8 2.0 % Trips/tours 4 1.0 % Equestrian programs 5 1.2 % Volleyball 6 1.5 % Walking for exercise 16 3.9 % Environmental education 7 1.7 % None chosen 200 48.8 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 327 Q4. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to YOUTH in your household (under age 18)? Q4. 4th choice Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 4 1.0 % After School & Friday programs 8 2.0 % Baseball 6 1.5 % Basketball 3 0.7 % Bocce ball 1 0.2 % Camps (summer/school break) 20 4.9 % Cheerleading 8 2.0 % Climbing 8 2.0 % Disc golf 3 0.7 % Dodge ball 2 0.5 % Flag football 5 1.2 % Football 4 1.0 % Horseshoes 3 0.7 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 15 3.7 % Painting/drawing classes 8 2.0 % Running (endurance) 7 1.7 % Senior recreational programs 2 0.5 % Shooting sports/archery 9 2.2 % Soccer 8 2.0 % Softball 5 1.2 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 5 1.2 % Training/certifications/education 7 1.7 % Trips/tours 6 1.5 % Equestrian programs 7 1.7 % Ultimate frisbee 1 0.2 % Volleyball 3 0.7 % Walking for exercise 10 2.4 % Environmental education 17 4.1 % Other 8 2.0 % None chosen 217 52.9 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 328 Q4. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to YOUTH in your household (under age 18)? (top 4) Q4. Sum of top 4 choices Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 24 5.9 % After School & Friday programs 64 15.6 % Baseball 47 11.5 % Basketball 64 15.6 % Bocce ball 4 1.0 % Camps (summer/school break) 79 19.3 % Cheerleading 33 8.0 % Climbing 21 5.1 % Disc golf 10 2.4 % Dodge ball 6 1.5 % Flag football 13 3.2 % Football 33 8.0 % Horseshoes 6 1.5 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 44 10.7 % Painting/drawing classes 54 13.2 % Pickleball 1 0.2 % Running (endurance) 19 4.6 % Senior recreational programs 10 2.4 % Shooting sports/archery 40 9.8 % Soccer 52 12.7 % Softball 16 3.9 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 16 3.9 % Training/certifications/education 23 5.6 % Trips/tours 20 4.9 % Equestrian programs 25 6.1 % Ultimate frisbee 2 0.5 % Volleyball 20 4.9 % Walking for exercise 50 12.2 % Environmental education 39 9.5 % Other 12 2.9 % No one of age group 103 25.1 % None chosen 81 19.8 % Total 1031 032017a HC BOC Page 329 Q5. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to ADULT members of your household (over age 18)? Q5. Top choice Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 4 1.0 % After School & Friday programs 17 4.1 % Baseball 4 1.0 % Basketball 12 2.9 % Bocce ball 3 0.7 % Camps (summer/school break) 12 2.9 % Cheerleading 1 0.2 % Climbing 3 0.7 % Disc golf 3 0.7 % Dodge ball 1 0.2 % Football 4 1.0 % Horseshoes 2 0.5 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 8 2.0 % Painting/drawing classes 20 4.9 % Running (endurance) 24 5.9 % Senior recreational programs 26 6.3 % Shooting sports/archery 27 6.6 % Soccer 9 2.2 % Softball 1 0.2 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 3 0.7 % Training/certifications/education 21 5.1 % Trips/tours 10 2.4 % Equestrian programs 6 1.5 % Volleyball 5 1.2 % Walking for exercise 97 23.7 % Environmental education 4 1.0 % Other 5 1.2 % None chosen 78 19.0 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 330 Q5. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to ADULT members of your household (over age 18)? Q5. 2nd choice Number Percent After School & Friday programs 9 2.2 % Baseball 1 0.2 % Basketball 13 3.2 % Bocce ball 3 0.7 % Bridge lessons 1 0.2 % Camps (summer/school break) 12 2.9 % Cheerleading 3 0.7 % Climbing 6 1.5 % Disc golf 5 1.2 % Dodge ball 1 0.2 % Flag football 2 0.5 % Football 4 1.0 % Horseshoes 3 0.7 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 16 3.9 % Painting/drawing classes 21 5.1 % Running (endurance) 17 4.1 % Senior recreational programs 25 6.1 % Shooting sports/archery 19 4.6 % Soccer 3 0.7 % Softball 4 1.0 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 6 1.5 % Training/certifications/education 35 8.5 % Trips/tours 28 6.8 % Equestrian programs 5 1.2 % Ultimate frisbee 3 0.7 % Volleyball 7 1.7 % Walking for exercise 32 7.8 % Environmental education 11 2.7 % Other 2 0.5 % None chosen 113 27.6 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 331 Q5. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to ADULT members of your household (over age 18)? Q5. 3rd choice Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 2 0.5 % After School & Friday programs 5 1.2 % Baseball 2 0.5 % Basketball 6 1.5 % Bocce ball 3 0.7 % Bridge lessons 4 1.0 % Camps (summer/school break) 8 2.0 % Cheerleading 2 0.5 % Climbing 4 1.0 % Disc golf 7 1.7 % Dodge ball 2 0.5 % Flag football 9 2.2 % Football 4 1.0 % Horseshoes 4 1.0 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 13 3.2 % Painting/drawing classes 16 3.9 % Pickleball 2 0.5 % Running (endurance) 13 3.2 % Senior recreational programs 18 4.4 % Shooting sports/archery 19 4.6 % Soccer 6 1.5 % Softball 4 1.0 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 9 2.2 % Training/certifications/education 23 5.6 % Trips/tours 32 7.8 % Equestrian programs 6 1.5 % Volleyball 4 1.0 % Walking for exercise 34 8.3 % Environmental education 12 2.9 % Other 2 0.5 % None chosen 135 32.9 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 332 Q5. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to ADULT members of your household (over age 18)? Q5. 4th choice Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 4 1.0 % After School & Friday programs 4 1.0 % Baseball 2 0.5 % Basketball 7 1.7 % Bocce ball 1 0.2 % Camps (summer/school break) 9 2.2 % Cheerleading 2 0.5 % Climbing 9 2.2 % Disc golf 7 1.7 % Dodge ball 1 0.2 % Flag football 5 1.2 % Football 4 1.0 % Horseshoes 5 1.2 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 8 2.0 % Painting/drawing classes 18 4.4 % Pickleball 1 0.2 % Running (endurance) 8 2.0 % Senior recreational programs 10 2.4 % Shooting sports/archery 18 4.4 % Soccer 6 1.5 % Softball 4 1.0 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 4 1.0 % Training/certifications/education 15 3.7 % Trips/tours 24 5.9 % Equestrian programs 7 1.7 % Ultimate frisbee 1 0.2 % Volleyball 6 1.5 % Walking for exercise 24 5.9 % Environmental education 15 3.7 % Other 7 1.7 % None chosen 174 42.4 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 333 Q5. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to ADULT members of your household (over age 18)? (top 4) Q5. Sum of top 4 choices Number Percent Action sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) 10 2.4 % After School & Friday programs 35 8.5 % Baseball 9 2.2 % Basketball 38 9.3 % Bocce ball 10 2.4 % Bridge lessons 5 1.2 % Camps (summer/school break) 41 10.0 % Cheerleading 8 2.0 % Climbing 22 5.4 % Disc golf 22 5.4 % Dodge ball 5 1.2 % Flag football 16 3.9 % Football 16 3.9 % Horseshoes 14 3.4 % Martial arts/Tai Chi 45 11.0 % Painting/drawing classes 75 18.3 % Pickleball 3 0.7 % Running (endurance) 62 15.1 % Senior recreational programs 79 19.3 % Shooting sports/archery 83 20.2 % Soccer 24 5.9 % Softball 13 3.2 % Tennis/lessons/clinics 22 5.4 % Training/certifications/education 94 22.9 % Trips/tours 94 22.9 % Equestrian programs 24 5.9 % Ultimate frisbee 4 1.0 % Volleyball 22 5.4 % Walking for exercise 187 45.6 % Environmental education 42 10.2 % Other 16 3.9 % None chosen 78 19.0 % Total 1218 032017a HC BOC Page 334 Q6. Which ONE of the following groups do you think should be the Harnett County Park & Recreation Department's top priority to serve? Q6. Harnett County Park & Recreation Department's top priority to serve Number Percent Children/Youth 253 61.7 % Adults (18-54 years) 60 14.6 % Senior adults (age 55+) 33 8.0 % Don't know 64 15.6 % Total 410 100.0 % WITHOUT “DON’T KNOW” Q6. Which ONE of the following groups do you think should be the Harnett County Park & Recreation Department's top priority to serve? (without "don't know") Q6. Harnett County Park & Recreation Department's top priority to serve Number Percent Children/Youth 253 73.1 % Adults (18-54 years) 60 17.3 % Senior adults (age 55+) 33 9.5 % Total 346 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 335 Q7. Overall, how well are your household's needs for the following programs and activities being met by Harnett County? (N=410) Do not have a Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met need Q7-1. Special events 3.0% 8.4% 29.2% 33.2% 26.2% Q7-2. Outdoor recreation 3.5% 14.7% 39.7% 28.5% 13.6% Q7-3. Senior adult activities 1.4% 3.1% 15.2% 31.0% 49.3% Q7-4. Therapeutic recreation 0.6% 2.3% 10.3% 46.7% 40.2% Q7-5. Sports programs 5.3% 16.2% 29.0% 23.7% 25.9% WITHOUT “DO NOT HAVE A NEED” Q7. Overall, how well are your household's needs for the following programs and activities being met by Harnett County? (without "do not have a need") (N=410) Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Q7-1. Special events 4.0% 11.4% 39.6% 45.1% Q7-2. Outdoor recreation 4.1% 17.0% 45.9% 33.0% Q7-3. Senior adult activities 2.8% 6.1% 30.0% 61.1% Q7-4. Therapeutic recreation 1.0% 3.8% 17.1% 78.1% Q7-5. Sports programs 7.1% 21.8% 39.1% 32.0% 032017a HC BOC Page 336 Q8. Have you or other members of your household used any of the following facilities operated/owned by Harnett County during the past year? Q8. Have you used any facilities operated/owned by Harnett County during past year Number Percent Barbecue Creek Park 58 27.6 % Anderson Creek Park 89 42.4 % Neill's Creek Park 17 8.1 % Cape Fear River Trail Park 96 45.7 % South Harnett Park Location 22 10.5 % Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail (not operated, but owned) 49 23.3 % Total 331 Q9. Which of the following organizations provide the recreation FACILITIES that you and other members of your household use? Q9. What organizations provide recreation facilities that you use Number Percent Harnett County Parks & Recreation 159 41.4 % Other municipal parks 57 14.8 % Local Schools 67 17.4 % Campbell University 49 12.8 % Non-profit organizations 16 4.2 % Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail 41 10.7 % Raven Rock State Park 173 45.1 % Cultural institutions 7 1.8 % Private clubs 29 7.6 % Fitness centers 77 20.1 % Churches or other religious organizations 86 22.4 % Other 39 10.2 % None of these 60 15.6 % Total 860 WITHOUT “NONE OF THESE” Q9. Which of the following organizations provide the recreation FACILITIES that you and other members of your household use? (without "none of these") Q9. What organizations provide recreation facilities that you use Number Percent Harnett County Parks & Recreation 158 48.8 % Other municipal parks 55 17.0 % Local Schools 67 20.7 % Campbell University 48 14.8 % Non-profit organizations 16 4.9 % Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail 41 12.7 % Raven Rock State Park 172 53.1 % Cultural institutions 7 2.2 % Private clubs 29 9.0 % Fitness centers 77 23.8 % Churches or other religious organizations 86 26.5 % Other 38 11.7 % Total 794 032017a HC BOC Page 337 Q9-3. Local schools: Q9-3. Local schools Number Percent Highland 5 9.4 % Western Harnett High School 5 9.4 % HCMS 3 5.7 % Western Harnett 3 5.7 % Overhills 2 3.8 % Triton High School 2 3.8 % HCHS 2 3.8 % Angier 2 3.8 % Harnett Central 2 3.8 % Harnett Central High 1 1.9 % Angier Elementary 1 1.9 % Overhills High 1 1.9 % Johnsonville Elementary, Highland Middle 1 1.9 % Methodist, Campbell 1 1.9 % Western Harnett High, Highland Middle 1 1.9 % A C Charter 1 1.9 % Benhaven, Highland Elementary 1 1.9 % Anderson Creek Charter 1 1.9 % Boone Trail 1 1.9 % Coats Elementary, Coats-Erwin Middle & Triton 1 1.9 % High School, Jr High 1 1.9 % OHS 1 1.9 % Highland & Western Harnett 1 1.9 % Benhaven Elementary 1 1.9 % CES, CEMS 1 1.9 % Triton 1 1.9 % Harnett County 1 1.9 % Benhaven 1 1.9 % Gentry, Erwin Elementary 1 1.9 % Ft Bragg 1 1.9 % Overhills Elementary 1 1.9 % Triton, Coats Erwin Middle 1 1.9 % Benhaven and Johnsonville 1 1.9 % HCHS, HCMS 1 1.9 % Boone Trail Elementary 1 1.9 % Anderson Creek, South Harnett 1 1.9 % Total 53 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 338 Q9-9. Private clubs: Q9-9. Private clubs Number Percent Anderson Creek 4 22.2 % Hunt Clubs 1 5.6 % Sherriff Dept 1 5.6 % Carolina Gymnastic, Tiger Rock Martial Arts 1 5.6 % In Fayetteville 1 5.6 % Shriners 1 5.6 % Jazzercise in Fuquay Varina 1 5.6 % O2 Fitness in Fuquay 1 5.6 % Keith Hills 1 5.6 % Pool and golf course 1 5.6 % Moose 1 5.6 % Running club, kayaking club 1 5.6 % Cheer Extreme Sanford 1 5.6 % Harnett Cruisers 1 5.6 % Boy Scouts, Rev War Reenacting 1 5.6 % Total 18 100.0 % Q9-10. Fitness centers: Q9-10. fitness centers Number Percent Fit 4 Life 18 34.0 % Planet Fitness 9 17.0 % Lillington Community Center 2 3.8 % Club Worx 2 3.8 % Ft Bragg 2 3.8 % O2 Fitness 2 3.8 % Cape Fear Fitness 2 3.8 % Ritz Epps 1 1.9 % On post 1 1.9 % in Fayetteville 1 1.9 % Fitness Dunn 1 1.9 % At work 1 1.9 % Sampson County Hospital 1 1.9 % Health Plex & SPA Fitness Center 1 1.9 % Dunn Recreation 1 1.9 % Snap Fitness Holly Springs 1 1.9 % YMCA 1 1.9 % Home Gym 1 1.9 % SNR Fitness 1 1.9 % Nautilus 1 1.9 % Planet Fitness, YMCA 1 1.9 % Olympics gym 1 1.9 % Crossfit, private gym 1 1.9 % Total 53 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 339 Q9-12. Other Q9-12. Other Number Percent Fort Bragg 4 11.8 % friends get togethers 1 2.9 % Cape Fear River Kyaking & canoeing 1 2.9 % Track on Fort Bragg base 1 2.9 % Private community 1 2.9 % Fort Bragg when access is granted 1 2.9 % Angier Park 1 2.9 % Walking in the mall 1 2.9 % ClubWorx in Fuquay 1 2.9 % Fort Bragg Parks 1 2.9 % Lillington P&R 1 2.9 % Angier Parks/Fuquay Park 1 2.9 % Senior Center 1 2.9 % ACC 1 2.9 % MWR-Fort Gragg 1 2.9 % Carvers Creek 1 2.9 % Cape Fear River Adventures 1 2.9 % Benson Park Track 1 2.9 % Nursery Trails 1 2.9 % Tiger Park Sanford 1 2.9 % Carolina Lakes Golf Course 1 2.9 % Use gyms, trails, tracks on Fort Bragg 1 2.9 % Boy Scouts 1 2.9 % We use Wake County facilities in Fuquay 1 2.9 % 37PSR 1 2.9 % Carolina Lakes neighborhood pool & playground 1 2.9 % Cumberland County 1 2.9 % Pine Buff Golf Course 1 2.9 % MWR/USO 1 2.9 % Lexington Park 1 2.9 % Military 1 2.9 % Total 34 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 340 Q9a. Of the organizations listed in Question 9, which ONE do you USE MOST for your household's recreation needs? Q9a. Top choice Number Percent Harnett County Parks & Recreation 76 18.5 % Other municipal parks 28 6.8 % Local Schools 24 5.9 % Campbell University 11 2.7 % Non-profit organizations 3 0.7 % Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail 12 2.9 % Raven Rock State Park 55 13.4 % Cultural institutions 2 0.5 % Private clubs 15 3.7 % Fitness centers 30 7.3 % Churches or other religious organizations 32 7.8 % Other 28 6.8 % None of these 94 22.9 % Total 410 100.0 % WITHOUT “NONE OF THESE” Q9a. Of the organizations listed in Question 9, which ONE do you USE MOST for your household's recreation needs? (without "none of these") Q9a. Top choice Number Percent Harnett County Parks & Recreation 76 24.1 % Other municipal parks 28 8.9 % Local Schools 24 7.6 % Campbell University 11 3.5 % Non-profit organizations 3 0.9 % Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail 12 3.8 % Raven Rock State Park 55 17.4 % Cultural institutions 2 0.6 % Private clubs 15 4.7 % Fitness centers 30 9.5 % Churches or other religious organizations 32 10.1 % Other 28 8.9 % Total 316 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 341 Q10. Which of the following reasons prevent you or other members of your household from using recreation programs offered by the Harnett County Parks & Recreation Department? Q10. What reasons prevent you from using recreation programs offered by Harnett County Parks & Recreation Department Number Percent Too hard to find parking 22 5.9 % Program or facility not offered 114 30.4 % Lack of quality programs 82 21.9 % Program times not convenient 46 12.3 % Use facilities of other cities/private institutions 41 10.9 % Not interested/too busy 33 8.8 % Facility/operating hours not convenient 43 11.5 % Don't know what's offered/available 216 57.6 % Facilities too crowded 24 6.4 % Insufficient staffing 21 5.6 % Poor customer service 17 4.5 % Fees too high 41 10.9 % Nothing-I am actively using County's recreation facilities & programs 31 8.3 % Other 35 9.3 % Total 766 Q10. Other Q10. Other Number Percent Too far away 2 6.1 % don't know where they are 1 3.0 % using Cumberland County facilties 1 3.0 % Location too far from my home 1 3.0 % live in Angier 1 3.0 % Too far from Carolina Lakes 1 3.0 % No offerings in air conditioned areas 1 3.0 % Age 1 3.0 % Distance 1 3.0 % Swarms of mosquitoes 1 3.0 % Distance from home 1 3.0 % Crime 1 3.0 % Too far to travel 1 3.0 % Not many near my family 1 3.0 % Want something closer to Anderson Creek Area 1 3.0 % No children in household 1 3.0 % No organized sports for kids in county other than Western Harnett 1 3.0 % Too far from my house 1 3.0 % Lack of facility 1 3.0 % Nothing close by 1 3.0 % across the county 1 3.0 % we are disabled 1 3.0 % Better lighting 1 3.0 % schedule never published 1 3.0 % do not use any 1 3.0 % Nothing near us 1 3.0 % Too far to drive for my area of needs 1 3.0 % Nothing conveniently located near me in Spout Srings 1 3.0 % work schedule 1 3.0 % Too far from my home in the northern part of the county 1 3.0 % Didn't know they existed 1 3.0 % Not we promoted 1 3.0 % Total 33 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 342 Q11. From the following list, please check all the ways you learn about Harnett County Parks and Recreation programs and activities. Q11. Ways you learn about Harnett County Parks & Recreation programs & activities Number Percent Recreation brochures 50 12.6 % Harnett County website 112 28.3 % Recreation e-mail 33 8.3 % Conversations with staff 19 4.8 % From friends & family 207 52.3 % Newspaper 77 19.4 % Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc) 116 29.3 % Other 28 7.1 % None of these 83 21.0 % Total 725 WITHOUT “NONE OF THESE” Q11. From the following list, please check all the ways you learn about Harnett County Parks and Recreation programs and activities. (without "none of these") Q11. Ways you learn about Harnett County Parks & Recreation programs & activities Number Percent Recreation brochures 50 16.0 % Harnett County website 112 35.8 % Recreation e-mail 33 10.5 % Conversations with staff 19 6.1 % From friends & family 206 65.8 % Newspaper 77 24.6 % Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc) 116 37.1 % Other 25 8.0 % Total 638 032017a HC BOC Page 343 Q11. Other Q11. Other Number Percent Google 3 11.1 % School 3 11.1 % Driving by 2 7.4 % General internet search 1 3.7 % Ride by 1 3.7 % Signage 1 3.7 % Do not receive any notifications 1 3.7 % School (JES) 1 3.7 % signs 1 3.7 % Drive by signs 1 3.7 % TV 1 3.7 % News 1 3.7 % I never heard about any programs offered 1 3.7 % Schools, other residents 1 3.7 % Local News (WRAL, NBC) 1 3.7 % Letters from school 1 3.7 % kids 1 3.7 % Flyers from school 1 3.7 % driving by 1 3.7 % Bulletin boards at Mendoza Park 1 3.7 % Road signs 1 3.7 % Magazine and NPR 1 3.7 % Total 27 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 344 Q12. The County could consider the possibility of developing new indoor programming spaces. From the following list of potential indoor programming spaces, please check ALL of the ones you or members of your household would use. Q12. Potential indor programming spaces you would use Number Percent Walking & jogging track 271 69.1 % Arts & crafts studio 153 39.0 % Aerobics/fitness/dance class space 185 47.2 % Space for teens 75 19.1 % Weight room/cardiovascular equipment area 200 51.0 % Leisure pool (water slides, sprays, etc.) 240 61.2 % 25 meter competition pool 99 25.3 % Child care area 95 24.2 % Exercise facility for adults 50+ years 146 37.2 % Rock climbing/bouldering wall 113 28.8 % Indoor soccer/lacrosse 61 15.6 % Multi-court gymnasium/field house 84 21.4 % Classroom space 34 8.7 % Space for meetings, parties, banquets 105 26.8 % Indoor tennis 46 11.7 % Nature center 131 33.4 % Performing arts (music, drama, etc.) 119 30.4 % Senior center 90 23.0 % Other 18 4.6 % Total 2265 Q12. Other Q12. Other Number Percent raquetball 1 5.9 % photography classes 1 5.9 % Indoor shooting range and Training Center 1 5.9 % Indoor playground for toddlers 1 5.9 % Indoor & outdoor pool aerobics 1 5.9 % Archery Course 1 5.9 % Volleyball 1 5.9 % Swimming 1 5.9 % dog park 1 5.9 % Indoor volleyball 1 5.9 % YOGA 1 5.9 % programs for the disabled 1 5.9 % Classroom setup for specials needs families 1 5.9 % Computer Lab 1 5.9 % Indoor basketball gym with 8 courts 1 5.9 % Shooting/archery 1 5.9 % Greenways 1 5.9 % Total 17 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 345 Q13. What is the MAXIMUM amount you would be willing to pay in additional taxes for the types of improvements to the parks, facilities, recreation programs and special events in Harnett County that are most important to your household? Q13. MAXIMUM amount you would be willing to pay in additional taxes Number Percent $20+ per month 57 13.9 % $15-$19 per month 34 8.3 % $10-$14 per month 79 19.3 % $5-$9 per month 76 18.5 % $1-$4 per month 65 15.9 % Nothing 75 18.3 % Not provided 24 5.9 % Total 410 100.0 % WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED” Q13. What is the MAXIMUM amount you would be willing to pay in additional taxes for the types of improvements to the parks, facilities, recreation programs and special events in Harnett County that are most important to your household? (without "not provided") Q13. MAXIMUM amount you would be willing to pay in additional taxes Number Percent $20+ per month 57 14.8 % $15-$19 per month 34 8.8 % $10-$14 per month 79 20.5 % $5-$9 per month 76 19.7 % $1-$4 per month 65 16.8 % Nothing 75 19.4 % Total 386 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 346 Q14. Please indicate how willing you would be to do the following to support expanded parks and recreation programs and facilities in Harnett County. (N=410) Somewhat Very willing Willing willing Not willing Don't know Q14-1. Pay a slight increase in taxes to support expanded recreation programs in Harnett County 16.9% 28.8% 31.0% 16.4% 6.9% Q14-2. Pay a slight increase in taxes to support development of new recreation facilities in Harnett County 18.0% 31.0% 27.3% 16.2% 7.4% Q14-3. Volunteer to support parks & recreation programs 12.2% 24.5% 27.9% 18.6% 16.8% Q14-4. Make donations to fund design & construction of new parks & recreation in Harnett County 6.6% 23.3% 28.8% 24.1% 17.3% WITHOUT “DON’T KNOW” Q14. Please indicate how willing you would be to do the following to support expanded parks and recreation programs and facilities in Harnett County. (without "don't know") (N=410) Very willing Willing Somewhat willing Not willing Q14-1. Pay a slight increase in taxes to support expanded recreation programs in Harnett County 18.2% 31.0% 33.2% 17.6% Q14-2. Pay a slight increase in taxes to support development of new recreation facilities in Harnett County 19.5% 33.5% 29.5% 17.5% Q14-3. Volunteer to support parks & recreation programs 14.7% 29.4% 33.5% 22.4% Q14-4. Make donations to fund design & construction of new parks & recreation in Harnett County 7.9% 28.1% 34.8% 29.1% 032017a HC BOC Page 347 Q15. What is your age? Q15. Your age Number Percent 18-34 96 23.4 % 35-44 101 24.6 % 45-54 92 22.4 % 55-64 73 17.8 % 65+ 45 11.0 % Not provided 3 0.7 % Total 410 100.0 % WITHOUT “NOT PROVIDED” Q15. What is your age? (without "not provided") Q15. Your age Number Percent 18-34 96 23.6 % 35-44 101 24.8 % 45-54 92 22.6 % 55-64 73 17.9 % 65+ 45 11.1 % Total 407 100.0 % Q16. Including yourself, how many people in your household are: Mean Sum number 3.2 1302 Under age 5 0.3 129 Ages 5-9 0.3 127 Ages 10-14 0.3 124 Ages 15-19 0.2 97 Ages 20-24 0.1 57 Ages 25-34 0.4 182 Ages 35-44 0.5 189 Ages 45-54 0.4 160 Ages 55-64 0.4 149 Ages 65-74 0.1 57 Ages 75+ 0.1 31 032017a HC BOC Page 348 Q17. Approximately how many years have you lived in Harnett County? Q17. How many years have you lived in Harnett County Number Percent 5 or less 119 29.8 % 6 to 10 58 14.5 % 11 to 15 35 8.8 % 16 to 20 45 11.3 % 21 to 30 50 12.5 % 31+ 93 23.3 % Total 400 100.0 % Q18. Which of the following BEST describes your race? Q18. Your race Number Percent Asian 8 2.0 % African American/Black 85 21.4 % American Indian 12 3.0 % Hispanic 50 12.6 % White (not Hispanic) 264 66.5 % Other 4 1.0 % Total 423 Q18. Other Q18. Other Number Percent Biracial 1 33.3 % Italian 1 33.3 % Filipino Hawaiian 1 33.3 % Total 3 100.0 % Q19. Your gender: Q19. Your gender Number Percent Male 195 47.6 % Female 215 52.4 % Total 410 100.0 % 032017a HC BOC Page 349               Section 5  Survey Instrument      032017a HC BOC Page 350 032017a HC BOC Page 351 Harnett County Parks & Recreation Survey Please have an adult in your household complete this survey. Your input will be used to assess community recreation needs and priorities for Harnett County. You may complete the survey on-line at bit.do/harnettcountysurvey. If you have questions, please call Carl Davis at (910) 893-7518. 1. FACILITY NEEDS. A variety of recreation facilities/amenities are listed below. For each one, please indicate if you or others in your household have a need for the facility/amenity (whether there is already a facility in the County or not) by circling either "YES" or "NO". If you or your household have a need, please indicate how well your needs are currently being met by that type of facility. Type of Facility Do you have a need for this facility? If you have a need, how well are your needs currently being met? Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met 01 Multi-use gym space – Basketball, volleyball, etc. Yes No 4 3 2 1 02 Gymnastics gymnasium Yes No 4 3 2 1 03 Weights and fitness machines Yes No 4 3 2 1 04 Indoor track Yes No 4 3 2 1 05 Indoor field turf Yes No 4 3 2 1 06 Squash/Racquetball courts Yes No 4 3 2 1 07 Pickleball courts Yes No 4 3 2 1 08 Bocce ball courts Yes No 4 3 2 1 09 Horseshoe pits Yes No 4 3 2 1 10 Dog park Yes No 4 3 2 1 11 Baseball and softball fields Yes No 4 3 2 1 12 Soccer fields Yes No 4 3 2 1 13 Outdoor tennis courts Yes No 4 3 2 1 14 Indoor tennis courts Yes No 4 3 2 1 15 Outdoor basketball courts Yes No 4 3 2 1 16 Outdoor volleyball courts Yes No 4 3 2 1 17 Disc golf course Yes No 4 3 2 1 18 Golf course Yes No 4 3 2 1 19 Ice skating surface/in-line hockey rink Yes No 4 3 2 1 20 Skate park/BMX Yes No 4 3 2 1 21 Greenway trail system Yes No 4 3 2 1 22 Equestrian trails/facilities Yes No 4 3 2 1 23 Shooting sports – Shooting/Archery range Yes No 4 3 2 1 24 Climbing wall Yes No 4 3 2 1 25 Remote control park Yes No 4 3 2 1 26 Picnic shelter Yes No 4 3 2 1 27 Playground Yes No 4 3 2 1 28 Splash pad Yes No 4 3 2 1 29 Fishing Yes No 4 3 2 1 30 Water access – kayaking/swimming Yes No 4 3 2 1 31 Indoor aquatic facility Yes No 4 3 2 1 32 Other: __________________________________ Yes No 4 3 2 1 2. Which FOUR of the facilities listed in Question 1 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to members of your household? [Write-in your top four choices below using the numbers from the list in Question 1. If you do not think any of these items are important, circle "NONE".] 1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ 4th: ____ NONE 032017a HC BOC Page 352 3. PROGRAM/ACTIVITY NEEDS. A variety of recreation programs/activities are listed below. For each one, please indicate if you or others in your household have a desire to participate in the program/activity by circling either "YES" or "NO". If you or others have a desire to participate, please indicate how well your needs for that program/activity are currently being met. Programs/Activities Do you have a desire to participate in this activity? If you have a desire to participate, how well are your needs currently being met? Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met 01 Action Sports (skateboarding, BMX, etc.) Yes No 4 3 2 1 02 After School & Friday programs Yes No 4 3 2 1 03 Baseball Yes No 4 3 2 1 04 Basketball Yes No 4 3 2 1 05 Bocce Ball Yes No 4 3 2 1 06 Bridge Lessons Yes No 4 3 2 1 07 Camps (summer/school break) Yes No 4 3 2 1 08 Cheerleading Yes No 4 3 2 1 09 Climbing Yes No 4 3 2 1 10 Disc golf Yes No 4 3 2 1 11 Dodge ball Yes No 4 3 2 1 12 Flag football Yes No 4 3 2 1 13 Football Yes No 4 3 2 1 14 Horseshoes Yes No 4 3 2 1 15 Martial Arts/Tai Chi Yes No 4 3 2 1 16 Painting/Drawing classes Yes No 4 3 2 1 17 Pickleball Yes No 4 3 2 1 18 Running (endurance) Yes No 4 3 2 1 19 Senior recreational programs Yes No 4 3 2 1 20 Shooting sports/Archery Yes No 4 3 2 1 21 Soccer Yes No 4 3 2 1 22 Softball Yes No 4 3 2 1 23 Tennis/Lessons/clinics Yes No 4 3 2 1 24 Training/Certifications/Education Yes No 4 3 2 1 25 Trips/Tours Yes No 4 3 2 1 26 Equestrian programs Yes No 4 3 2 1 27 Ultimate Frisbee Yes No 4 3 2 1 28 Volleyball Yes No 4 3 2 1 29 Walking for exercise Yes No 4 3 2 1 30 Environmental education Yes No 4 3 2 1 31 Other: ____________________________ Yes No 4 3 2 1 4. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to YOUTH in your household (under age 18)? [Write-in your top four choices below using the numbers from the list in Question 3. If you do not think any of these items are important, circle "NONE". If you do not have youth in your household, circle "No Youth in Household".] 1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ 4th: ____ NONE No Youth in Household 5. Which FOUR of the programs/activities listed in Question 3 do you think are MOST IMPORTANT to ADULT members of your household (over age 18)? [Write-in your top four choices below using the numbers from the list in Question 3. If you do not think any of these items are important, circle "NONE".] 1st: ____ 2nd: ____ 3rd: ____ 4th: ____ NONE 032017a HC BOC Page 353 6. Which ONE of the following groups do you think should be the Harnett County Park & Recreation Department's top priority to serve? ____(1) Children/Youth ____(2) Adults (18-54 years) ____(3) Senior adults (age 55+) ____(9) Don't know 7. Overall, how well are your household's needs for the following programs and activities being met by Harnett County? [If you do not have a need for an item, circle "9".] Program/Activity Fully Met Mostly Met Partly Met Not Met Do Not Have a Need 1 Special events 4 3 2 1 9 2 Outdoor recreation 4 3 2 1 9 3 Senior adult activities 4 3 2 1 9 4 Therapeutic recreation 4 3 2 1 9 5 Sports programs 4 3 2 1 9 8. Have you or other members of your household used any of the following facilities operated/owned by Harnett County during the past year? [Check all that apply.] ____(1) Barbecue Creek Park ____(2) Anderson Creek Park ____(3) Neill’s Creek Park ____(4) Cape Fear River Trail Park ____(5) South Harnett Park Location ____(6) Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail (not operated, but owned) 9. Which of the following organizations provide the recreation FACILITIES that you and other members of your household use? [Check all that apply.] ____(01) Harnett County Parks & Recreation ____(08) Cultural institutions ____(02) Other municipal parks ____(09) Private clubs: ____________________ ____(03) Local Schools: ____________________ ____(10) Fitness centers: ____________________ ____(04) Campbell University ____(11) Churches or other religious organizations ____(05) Non-profit organizations ____(12) Other: _______________ ____(06) Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail ____(99) None of these ____(07) Raven Rock State Park 9-1. Of the organizations listed in Question 9, which ONE do you USE MOST for your household's recreation needs? [Write-in your answer using the numbers from the list in Question 9 that corresponds to the organization your household uses most; e.g. write "01" if the Harnett County Parks and Recreation is the organization that provides the facilities/programs you use most.] Most used organization: ________ 10. Which of the following reasons prevent you or other members of your household from using recreation programs offered by the Harnett County Parks & Recreation Department? [If you currently use them, what prevents you from using them more often? Check all that apply.] ____(01) Too hard to find parking ____(09) Facilities too crowded ____(02) Program or facility not offered ____(10) Insufficient staffing ____(03) Lack of quality programs ____(11) Poor customer service ____(04) Program times not convenient ____(12) Fees too high ____(05) Use facilities of other cities/private institutions ____(13) Nothing – I am actively using the County's recreation ____(06) Not interested/too busy facilities and programs ____(07) Facility/operating hours not convenient ____(14) Other: _______________________ ____(08) Don't know what's offered/available 032017a HC BOC Page 354 11. From the following list, please check all the ways you learn about Harnett County Parks and Recreation programs and activities. ____(1) Recreation brochures ____(6) Newspaper ____(2) Harnett County website ____(7) Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, ____(3) Recreation e-mail YouTube, etc.) ____(4) Conversations with staff ____(8) Other: ___________________________ ____(5) From friends and family ____(9) None of these 12. The County could consider the possibility of developing new indoor programming spaces. From the following list of potential indoor programming spaces, please check ALL of the ones you or members of your household would use. [Check all that apply.] ____(01) Walking and jogging track ____(02) Arts and crafts studio ____(03) Aerobics/fitness/dance class space ____(04) Space for teens ____(05) Weight room/cardiovascular equip. area ____(06) Leisure pool (water slides, sprays, etc.) ____(07) 25 meter competition pool ____(08) Child care area ____(09) Exercise facility for adults 50+ years ____(10) Rock climbing/bouldering wall ____(11) Indoor soccer/lacrosse ____(12) Multi-court gymnasium/field house ____(13) Classroom space ____(14) Space for meetings, parties, banquets ____(15) Indoor tennis ____(16) Nature center ____(17) Performing arts (music, drama, etc.) ____(18) Senior center ____(19) Other: ________________________ 13. What is the MAXIMUM amount you would be willing to pay in additional taxes for the types of improvements to the parks, facilities, recreation programs and special events in Harnett County that are most important to your household? [Please check ONE.] ____ (1) $20 or more per month ____ (2) $15-$19 per month ____ (3) $10-$14 per month ____ (4) $5-$9 per month ____ (5) $1-$4 per month ____ (6) Nothing 14. Please indicate how willing you would be to do the following to support expanded parks and recreation programs and facilities in Harnett County. How willing would you be to : Very Willing Willing Somewhat Willing Not Willing Don’t Know 1 Pay a slight increase in taxes to support expanded recreation programs in Harnett County 4 3 2 1 9 2 Pay a slight increase in taxes to support the development of new recreation facilities in Harnett County 4 3 2 1 9 3 Volunteer to support parks and recreation programs 4 3 2 1 9 4 Make donations to fund the design and construction of new parks and recreation in Harnett County 4 3 2 1 9 15. What is your age? ________ years 16. Including yourself, how many people in your household are: Under age 5: ____ Ages 15-19: ____ Ages 35-44: ____ Ages 65-74: ____ Ages 5-9: ____ Ages 20-24: ____ Ages 45-54: ____ Ages 75+: ____ Ages 10-14: ____ Ages 25-34: ____ Ages 55-64: ____ 17. Approximately how many years have you lived in Harnett County? [Write "0" if less than one year.] ________ years 032017a HC BOC Page 355 18. Which of the following BEST describes your race? (Check all that apply) ____(1) Asian ____(2) African American/Black ____(3) American Indian ____(4) Hispanic ____(5) White (not Hispanic) ____(6) Other_______________ 19. Your gender: ____(1) Male ____(2) Female 20. [OPTIONAL] If you would like to receive future information regarding the Harnett County Parks & Recreation Programs or updates on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, please provide your contact information below. Your Name: __________________________________________ Phone: _____________________ E-mail: ________________________________________________________ This concludes the survey – thank you for your time! Please return your completed survey in the enclosed postage-paid envelope addressed to: ETC Institute, 725 W. Frontier Circle, Olathe, KS 66061. You may also complete it on-line by going to bit.do/harnettcountysurvey Your responses will remain completely confidential. The information printed to the right will ONLY be used to help identify unmet needs for leisure and recreation services in our community. If your address is not correct, please provide the correct information. Thank you! 032017a HC BOC Page 356 APPENDIX 4 BENCHMARK ANALYSIS 032017a HC BOC Page 357 CHAPTER ONE BENCHMARK ANALYSIS 1.1 INTRODUCTION PROS Consulting, in collaboration with Harnett County Parks and Recreation Department, identified operating metrics to be benchmarked against comparable park and recreation systems across the State of North Carolina. This analysis aims to provide a direct comparison of peer agencies through a methodology of statistics and ratios to deliver objective information that is relevant and accurate, as best as possible. It must be noted that the benchmark analysis is only an indicator based on the information provided; however, the consulting team made every effort to obtain the most credible information and organize the data in a consistent and comparable format. The information sought was a combination of operating metrics and information on budgets, staffing, and inventories. This benchmark analysis incorporates county systems found throughout North Carolina, which include the following agencies: Due to difference in how each system collects, maintains, and reports data, variances may exist. These variations have an impact on the per capita and percentage allocations; hence, the overall comparison must be viewed with this in mind. Also, there may be some instances where the data provided by the benchmarked systems was incomplete or unavailable. Data utilized in the benchmark analysis was primarily sourced from North Carolina Municipal and County Parks and Recreation Services Studies (MCPRSS), and supplemented by information available through the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) PRORAGIS, existing master plans, financial comprehensive annual audit report and official city websites. By using each system’s financial comprehensive annual audit report, operational figures are from both cultural and recreation departments. This may include facilities such as libraries. The benchmark data collection for all systems was obtained by August of 2016. While it is possible that there may have been changes or updates in the data provided, to ensure consistency only the original figures obtained at that time have been used in the benchmark. The goal is to evaluate how Harnett County Parks and Recreation is positioned among peer agencies as it applies to efficiency and effectiveness practices through data that offers an encompassing view of each system’s operations. Agency Population Jurisdiction Size (Sq. Mi.) Population per Sq. Mi. Harnett County Parks and Recreation 130,173 601.00 217 Craven County Recreation and Parks 103,451 774.00 134 Henderson County Parks and Recreation 112,655 375.00 300 Orange County Parks and Recreation 141,354 401.00 353 Robeson County Parks and Recreation 134,168 951.00 141 Rowan County Parks and Recreation 140,001 524.00 267 032017a HC BOC Page 358 1.2 BENCHMARK COMPARISON 1.2.1 SYSTEM ACREAGE This section provides a general overview of each system within the benchmark analysis. The table below describes the total acreage for each system then compares the total acreage per 1,000 residents. In terms of total acreage per 1,000 residents, Harnett County is one of the top leaders among benchmark agencies with9.72 acres per 1,000. This level of service is considered in-line for agencies’ nationwide and county agencies nationwide; 9.5 acres per 1,000 for all agencies and 9.3 acres per 1,000 for county agencies, reporting figures from the NRPA database. Note: Total acres was not available at the time of this study for Robeson County. 1.2.2 TRAIL MILES The table below describes the total trail miles in each park system and compares the number of trail miles to the population of each jurisdiction. Harnett County ranks near the bottom among peer agencies for total trail miles and trail miles per 1,000 residents. This is an area where the Department could approve upon, as best practice agencies typically offer between 0.25-0.5 miles of trail per 1,000 residents. Note: Trail mileage was not available at the time of this study for Robeson County. Agency Population Total Trail Miles Trail Miles per 1,000 R e sidents Harnett County Parks and Recreation 130,173 6.1 0.05 Craven County Recreation and Parks 103,451 12.5 0.12 Henderson County Parks and Recreation 112,655 3.0 0.03 Orange County Parks and Recreation 141,354 17.7 0.12 Robeson County Parks and Recreation 134,168 - 0.00 Rowan County Parks and Recreation 140,001 10.5 0.07 Agency Population Total Number of Parks Residents per Park Total Acres Owned or Managed Total Acres per 1,000 Residents Harnett County Parks and Recreation 130,173 5 26,035 1265 9.72 Craven County Recreation and Parks 103,451 4 25,863 370 3.58 Henderson County Parks and Recreation 112,655 11 10,241 321 2.85 Orange County Parks and Recreation 141,354 6 23,559 1591.1 11.26 Robeson County Parks and Recreation 134,168 27 4,969 0 0.00 Rowan County Parks and Recreation 140,001 5 28,000 733 5.24 032017a HC BOC Page 359 1.2.3 OPERATIONAL EXPENDITURES This portion covers the annual operational expenditures for each county. Budget items in this section include the most recent figures. Operating expenses are compared to the population of each county to determine the operating expense per resident and per acre/ OPERATING EXPENSE PER CAPITA Based on expenditure figures, Harnett County operates on a much lower budget than the benchmark agencies. The largest operational budgets belong to Orange and Henderson County, which exceed the benchmark agencies by a large margin. Harnett County ranks also at the bottom for operating expense per capita, with $3.50 spent on operations per resident annually. OPERATING COST PER ACRE The chart below compares the total operating expense to the total acreage for each agency. This comparison provides a high-level understanding of each department’s cost to maintain and operate each acre. Compared to peer agencies, Harnett County has an extremely low operating expense per acre. While keeping the cost per acre down should be a priority as an efficiency measure, the significant deviation from the benchmark median ($3,482) might suggest the need to increase expenditures to effectively maintain and manage Indy Parks’ green spaces and facilities. Note: Total acres was not available at the time of this study for Robeson County. Agency Population Total Operating Expense Operating Expense per Resident Harnett County Parks and Recreation 130,173 455,928$ 3.50$ Craven County Recreation and Parks 103,451 827,777$ 8.00$ Henderson County Parks and Recreation 112,655 3,059,231$ 27.16$ Orange County Parks and Recreation 141,354 5,539,554$ 39.19$ Robeson County Parks and Recreation 134,168 1,019,096$ 7.60$ Rowan County Parks and Recreation 140,001 2,369,467$ 16.92$ Agency Total Acres Total Operating Expense Operating Expense per Acre Harnett County Parks and Recreation 1,265 455,928$ 360$ Craven County Recreation and Parks 370 827,777$ 2,237$ Henderson County Parks and Recreation 321 3,059,231$ 9,543$ Orange County Parks and Recreation 1,591 5,539,554$ 3,482$ Robeson County Parks and Recreation - 1,019,096$ #DIV/0! Rowan County Parks and Recreation 733 2,369,467$ 3,233$ 032017a HC BOC Page 360 1.2.4 STAFFING LEVELS AND FULL-TIME EQUIVALENTS (FTES) This section compares levels of staffing for each system by comparing full-time equivalents (FTEs) to the total population. FTES PER 10,000 RESIDENTS Total FTEs per 10,000 residents is a key performance indicator that measures each agency’s ability to meet the demand of its service area. When comparing staffing levels to the overall population of each service area, Harnett County’s ratio ranks last among benchmark counties, with 0.42 FTEs per 10,000 residents. Harnett County’s service coverage is also below the national median for county parks and recreation agencies (3.2 FTEs per 10,000), derived from the NRPA database. This level of staffing would indicate that the Department’s human resources may be severely strained and limited in relation to the population it serves. Notes: FTEs are calculated by assuming full-time employees work 2,080 hours and part-time employees work 1,000 hours. Employee figures were unavailable for Craven County. FULL-TIME EQUIVALENTS (FTES) This section assesses levels of staffing as a performance measure for each system by comparing full-time equivalents (FTE’s) to total population to help quantify how well current staffing meets the demand for each service area. When comparing staffing levels to the overall population of each county, Harnett County is at the bottom of the study, with 0.42 FTE’s per 10,000 residents. It appears the current level of staffing does not provide adequate coverage for the county’s population. Note: Employee figures were unavailable for Craven County. Agency Full-Time Employees Part-Time Employees Total FTEs FTEs per 10,000 Residents Harnett County Parks and Recreation 3 5 5 0.42 Craven County Recreation and Parks - - - 0.00 Henderson County Parks and Recreation 12 5 14 1.28 Orange County Parks and Recreation 20 40 39 2.78 Robeson County Parks and Recreation 10 2 11 0.82 Rowan County Parks and Recreation 21 107 72 5.17 Agency Population Total FTEs FTEs per 10,000 Residents Harnett County Parks and Recreation 130,173 5 0.42 Craven County Recreation and Parks 103,451 - 0.0 Henderson County Parks and Recreation 112,655 14 1.3 Orange County Parks and Recreation 141,354 39 2.78 Robeson County Parks and Recreation 134,168 11 0.82 Rowan County Parks and Recreation 140,001 72 5.17 032017a HC BOC Page 361 1.3 2016 NRPA FIELD REPORT COMPARISON The following chart compares a variety of metrics for Harnett County against the national averages found in the 2016 NRPA Field Report. This report is based data collected for the NRPA PRORAGIS database of parks and recreation agencies across the country. Harnett County’s metrics are pitted against the median figures for all agencies in the database, as well as against county agencies. The table below then describes how far above or below Harnett County is from the median, which is denoted by the variance column for each point of comparison. Figures shaded in green represent performance in excess of the median, while those in red signal results that fall below the median. Key Performance Indicator Harnett County NRPA Median for All Agencies Variance NRPA Median for County Agencies Variance Acres per 1,000 residents 9.72 9.5 0.22 9.3 0.42 Non-Tax Revenue per Capita $ 0.06 $ 18.22 (18.16) $ 6.05 $ (5.99) Operating Expense per Capita 3.50$ 76.44$ (72.94)$ 20.06$ (16.56)$ Operating Expense per Acre 360$ 6,476$ (6,115)$ 3,480$ (3,120)$ Operating Cost Recovery Level 2%29%-27%22%-20% Total FTEs per 10,000 Residents 5.17 7.4 -2.23 3.2 1.97 032017a HC BOC Page 362 APPENDIX 5 PROGRAMS ASSESSMENT 032017a HC BOC Page 363 PROGRAM ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW PROS Consulting evaluated the program services provided by Harnett County in the spring of 2016. The program assessment assessed what the County was providing, as well as other service providers in the various cities within Harnett County. The County is primarily a facility provider to other cities in and around the County, while the YMCA provides the bulk of recreation program services to residents within the County. These primarily include sports leagues and tournaments, some senior services, Senior Games, fitness programs and programs for people with disabilities. The County primarily provides senior fun and fitness days, golf tournaments for men and women, some senior game activities, movies in the park, co- ed softball, outdoor camps, and disc golf events. POTENTIAL CORE PROGRAM AREAS The County does not have an indoor program facility to provide programs in which limits their approach to programming. Based on the growth of the County the Harnett County Parks Department could be a recreation provider in the following areas: SPECIAL EVENTS Special events to bring the communities together focusing on the history of the County, food, entertainment, music and arts, and competitions would likely be very popular among residents in the County OUTDOOR ADVENTURE PROGRAMS Outdoor adventure programs for people of all ages include: mountain biking, paddle boarding, BMX, kayaking, equestrian riding, canoeing, hiking, hunting, fishing, shooting sports, camping, zip-lining, and adventure races. The market appears to be primed to support these type of activities. With Ft Bragg located in the County, there is a great opportunity to coordinate with the Base on outdoor adventure programs that engage young adults. OUTDOOR EDUCATION Due to the rural environment of the County, there is an opportunity to provide services in outdoor education and environmental conservation. This would include educational and experiential activities in natural settings for all age segments, such as school field trips, nature education classes, identification programs, nature walks, and volunteer initiatives tied to conservation of the environment. ATHLETICS The local market expresses a need for youth and adult sports leagues and tournaments for baseball, softball, basketball, football, soccer, and volleyball, as well as trending / niche sports like lacrosse and rugby. It would require an indoor and/or outdoor sports complex to make these programs a reality. Currently the County is below the Market Potential Index in every major sports category, which demonstrates a lack of facilities to provide athletic programs. The County has the opportunity to lead in these areas and it could be a strong economic tool for the County. 032017a HC BOC Page 364 ACTIVE ADULT PROGRAMS This program area would include a variety of social, enrichment, and recreational programs for active adults over the age of 55, such as health and wellness, fitness, sports, day trips, life skills enrichment, social clubs, and senior games. ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS This would include social, recreational, developmental, and enrichment programs that aim to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities and special needs, as well as enhancing accessibility throughout the County. VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS Volunteer development as a core program service to support park maintenance, conservation initiatives, and program services should be considered. KEY FINDINGS The following describes the key findings from the program analysis of Harnett County Parks and Recreation, as well as establishing some preliminary recommendations that aim to address the existing programming needs of residents and provide a clear vision for the Department in providing its services in the future. • Currently the Department has one program staff person. It is very difficult for one person to be responsible for programing in the County, especially with the lack of indoor program space available to provide programs. • The programs being providing primarily support what the city departments need in hosting their events. A program plan is needed for the future and additional staff to help develop core program services will need to be considered. • Based on the results of the County wide survey and military base survey, PROS and the Project Team will develop a more formalized approach to program services in the recommendations section of the report. • The County is growing at a rapid rate at approximately 13.5% rate and looks to increase to 180,193 people in the next 15 years. There will be good balance between 18 and under population, 18-34 age population, 35-54 age population, and 55+ age population, which sets up terrific program opportunities. • Currently, the Department typically provides programs that are free to the user. A program plan and pricing plan needs to be developed that classifies programs as core essential, important, and value added. Then, a pricing plan can be developed that can focus on the public and private benefit associated with the programs provided, as well as a establishing a cost recovery goal for each core program service area. • The Department does not have a partnership policy in place that provides an understanding of existing public/public, public/private, and public/not-for-profit partnerships. A formal partnership policy can help guide the Department in the future as they grow programs for the community. • Many of the cities desire that the County develop facilities for them, which needs to be discussed further. Ideally, most County systems across the United States have their own core programs that promote the value of County parks and facilities and try to avoid duplicating offerings that cities within the service area provide. So, in the future, the County should develop core programs that 032017a HC BOC Page 365 do not duplicate services provided by the cities and find effective ways to compliment their programs. • From a marketing standpoint, the Department does not print a program guide and information is provided primarily through their web site. Ideally, the Department should develop a program guide listing all of the programs and services available, as well as location, fee and benefits of its offerings. • Budgeting for programs needs to be a priority for the Department in the future. Programs activate park spaces and bring in a consistent flow of users to the County’s parks and trails. Working with cities and not-for-profit organizations can make a big difference in how programs can be delivered in the future. KEY PROGRAM RECOMMENDATIONS: In reviewing the Harnett County Citizen Survey, public input information, staff and steering committee input the following program recommendations should be considered for the next five years. Programs drive design of all recreation facilities and it is important to recognize that the community desires a community recreation center to host core programs as well as outdoor facilities that support nature based program in the following areas: 1. Indoor Recreation Facility Based Programs that include spaces for walking, aquatics, gyms and fitness: • Walking programs for exercise • Aquatic programs such as learn to swim programs, water fitness programs and general open swim for people of all ages • Sports programs that require gym space for basketball, volleyball, pickle ball for leagues, tournaments and clinics • Exercise programs for cardio vascular equipment, strength equipment and free weights as well as fitness related programs such as aerobic programs and mind and body programs • After school, summer camps and holiday camp programs • Senior programs and trips • Life skill programs in fine art and performing arts • Adaptive program that require indoor facilities to support their needs 2. Outdoor Adventure and Outdoor Education Programs using the river and regional parks: • These programs include canoeing and kayaking programs on the Cape Fear River • Shooting sports facility based programs • Summer camp programs • Nature based education programs • Outdoor dog park programs • Fishing programs • Trail related programs and activities 3. Outdoor Sport Facilities: • Programs for youth and adults in baseball, softball and multipurpose fields for soccer and football are needed and should include a multipurpose sports complex that has all three types of sports amenities within facilities • Outdoor sports courts for Tennis, Basketball and Volleyball programs • Senior Games Program is very big in North Carolina and should be a major core program for the county to engage in for the future. 032017a HC BOC Page 366 4. Special Events are a priority for bringing the Harnett County Community together to celebrate the history of the county, various areas of the county and the unique natural areas of the county. • Special events should include traditional holiday events such as Christmas in the park, Memorial Day Events, 4th of July events, Labor Day Events and other types of special events that could include Mud Runs, Triathlons, Sports Tournaments, 5 and 10K running events and Charity type of events to bring the community together. Ideally it would be great if the County actually created a special event facility to host these events and others that include music, food and activities for the whole family. To accomplish the development of these program will require the following actions: • Hire at least three additional program staff that focuses on youth programs, adult programs and special events. • If a county-wide regional community center is developed it will require the appropriate level of staff of full-time and part-time staff. Some level of program space is needed for both indoor and outdoor programs and should be provided in existing county parks. • A pricing policy that prices programs based on the level of public and private benefit so that those individuals who benefit the most pay their share of the cost to provide the program. Classifying programs as core essential, important and value added with help to support the operational cost of delivering program services. Determine cost recovery goals for each core program area. • Costing out the true cost to provide programs both direct and indirect and determining the correct price point will allow more people in the county to take advantage of the services provided. • Develop dedicated funding for the Department to grow the value of parks and recreation to the community and what it brings to quality of life to residents of the county. • Develop one new core program a year to achieve developing the six key core program areas of Outdoor Recreation and Education, Aquatics and Fitness, Special Events, Youth Programs, Senior Services and Sports for youth and adults. • Develop a yearly program plan for the Department and what programs will be offered in each core program area. • Track the users of the programs to demonstrate wide age segment appeal • Buy a program registration system to allow people to register on-line for programs across the county, by mail or in person. Ideally registering online is the most efficient. • Develop a marketing and communication plan to inform potential recreation users of the services provide and the benefits they will receive by participating in the programs provided. • Track program lifecycles so the staff is always offering programs that appeal to the highest level of users and has wide age segment appeal. • Train staff and volunteers on how to deliver programs effectively to maximize the value and use of the services provided. • Manage programs to a set of clear outcomes that includes: programs offered versus held, cost recovery goals met, customer satisfaction levels met, repeat program users, and the age segments represented. • Develop partnerships with other service providers in delivering programs such as sports associations, YMCA, school corporations, churches, scout groups, and local businesses where appropriate. 032017a HC BOC Page 367 APPENDIX 6 COMMUNITY INPUT NOTES 032017a HC BOC Page 368 June 3rd, 2016 Mr. Carl Davis Parks and Recreation Direction P.O. Box 816 (Mailing) 801 S. 1st Street (Physical) Lillington, North Carolina 27546 Re: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Public Input Meeting 1 – Leadership Committee Harnett County, North Carolina FOR-16093 Present on behalf of Franklin County: Mr. Carl Davis, Harnett County Parks + Recreation Direction Mr. Drew Bryant, Harnett County Recreation Program Supervisor Mr. Jay Sikes, Harnett County Direction of Planning Mr. Chris Hawk, Harnett County GIS Analyst Ms. Donna Surles, Harnett County Health Department Mr. Nick Dula, Harnett County Economic Development Director Ms. Paula Stewart, Harnett County Deputy County Manager Mr. Joseph Jeffries, Harnett County Manager Present on behalf of project team: Ms. Rachel Cotter, RLA, McAdams Mr. Leon Younger, PRO’s Consulting Mr. Michael Vampran, Designer I, McAdams 032017a HC BOC Page 369 Leadership Committee Meeting Notes Attendees began to arrive at approximately 8:50 am, were welcomed, and asked to sign in. The meeting began at 9:05 am with Ms. Cotter welcoming the group and introducing the consultant team. Each member of the Leadership Committee gave a brief introduction into who they are and their specific job role in Harnett County. After introductions, Ms. Cotter presented an overview of the Parks and Recreation Master Planning process. It is to be noted that most of the committee having participated in a Master Planning process before. Introductions and the overview was followed by an open dialogue centered around the SWOT Wall of Thought. The attendees were asked to express their thoughts and perceptions of Harnett Counties’ strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats as it relates to the existing parks and recreation system present in Harnett County. Following is the SWOT analysis results: STRENGTHS I. Availability of rural land abounding with natural character located in close proximity to urban communities such as Fuquay-Varina, Cary and Raleigh II. Presence of a captive audience found in Fort Bragg and Cambell University III. Residents outside of Harnett County drive in and use facilities IV. High level of support from municipal leaders V. Presence of existing green infrastructure managed by the County such as Raven Rock State Park, the Cape Fear River and the Upper and Lower Little River VI. A diversity of bio-regions including Piedmont, Sandhill and Coastal landscapes VII. Presence of historic Civil War battlefields 032017a HC BOC Page 370 WEAKNESSES I. Challenge to provide a balanced park system over a large land area II. County has no distinct identity or larger awareness of public branding III. Many areas are unincorporated which use the county park systems IV. Small towns and rural areas have limited resources with small tax districts V. Limited existing trail network VI. Currently only one existing public access to the Cape Fear River VII. Non-existing southern entrance to Raven Rock State Park VIII. Disconnect between schools and extracurricular activities (ex. Cross country trails) IX. Outdated and cumbersome highway and road system (challenging to drive from one end of the county to the other) X. Challenge to communicate with citizens of Harnett County about special events or public services XI. Perceived social divisions from town to town leading to a divided county XII. Music and art venues are located within the cities, not county wide XIII. Many citizens drive outside Harnett County for their dining and shopping experiences XIV. No county wide tourism or welcome centers OPPORTUNITIES I. Ability for Fort Bragg, Cambell University, the Harnett County hospital system, the Outdoor Store, the 4H Club, colleges or local schools to participate, help fund through volunteer of financial aid and to use county facilities II. Possibility to leverage university financial and programmatic support III. Use existing easements to form a county-wide trail network IV. Citizens from other counties are driving in to use facilities 032017a HC BOC Page 371 V. Large interest in freshwater fishing, skeet shooting and shooting ranges VI. Ability to utilize the history of Overhill and other historic areas VII. Available land for dirt racing tracks, adventure courses, outdoor races, music venues and hunting preserves VIII. Presence of natural and scenic environmental areas such as Raven Rock, the Cape Fear River and the Big and Little Rivers IX. Annual Wings Over Harnett event X. Establishing parks at the airport XI. Ability to combine uses and share facilities to help knit communities and programmatic facilities together THREATS I. Challenge for current and future councils to move forward with a unified field of ideas and plans II. Lack of recreational opportunities in northwest Harnett County III. Low connectivity from rural areas to cities IV. Citizens driving outside of Harnett County to use other recreational facilities The SWOT Wall of Thought was followed by an open conversation about county parks and ranged from program funding, branding and facility management to community cohesion and social inclusion. Some of the particular discussions are as follows. • A combination bond derives their financial backing from multiple sources and is a popular option for municipal bonds which utilize revenue from the issuing entity and some financial mechanism that is put in place. This combination bond would be used for design, installation and maintenance of park facilities and systems. • There is a need to address the residential communities and availability of programmed park elements to the north of Fort Bragg. The concern 032017a HC BOC Page 372 being that soldiers on their off-time need facilities for their families and for themselves to avoid alcohol and partying. • Shooting ranges in Fort Bragg are repeatedly booked to maximum capacity so revenue producing shooting ranges owned by the county are a viable option. This can include archery, skeet shooting, traditional indoor/outdoor shooting ranges or shooting galleries. • Communities located within Harnett County can be brought together and unified by using a comprehensive trail network consisting of rails to trails, greenways, blueways and other multi-modal transportation options. This trail network supports an active and healthy lifestyle while exposing people of all socio-economic, racial and cultural backgrounds to the natural resources of Harnett County. Trail networks are park facilities with low barriers to entry and low install costs. • There is desire for a built structure which could act as a Farmers’ Market, music venue location, amphitheater, art space or as a building space for summer camps. • The local YMCA has contacted the county for financial and land support in creating a pool. This need was reflected throughout the initial meeting and a public pool is a sought after programmatic element. • The county recognizes a growing population and the demand placed on green infrastructure and historic farmland. This master planning process is a result of that demand and is a proactive action to establish a flexible framework which guides park development. In establishing a robust plan, the county hopes to increase the quality of place and spur economic development which attracts diverse groups of jobs and peoples. 032017a HC BOC Page 373 This free-form engagement process lasted approximately 45 minutes and was followed by a quick intermission. During the next phase of the input meeting, Mr. Younger with PRO’s Consulting presented a summary of the Trend Analysis performed by his company. This report will be made publicly available and can be found in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Appendix. This summary transitioned in a discussion of programming with major conversations points detailed below. • The youth sports market is currently covered by local municipalities but is highly sought after. • There are few summer camps or performing art venue options. • There is a need to create authentic experiences which yield strong destination spaces. • There is a growing need for outdoor adventures, after school programs, family camps and active senior programmed activities. • Generally, there is lack of programs throughout the county. The Parks and Recreation Department has been adding new hires and is increasing the ability to provide a diverse programming pallet. Volunteers are needed to help organize and maintain park facilities while various funding sources establish an on-going funding source for the creation of new facilities. • There is a possibility of creating an extensions office based out of the Park Office but funded through extension services financial support. Similarly creating a Park Foundation would help in positive branding and have the ability to attract larger sponsorships and grants from various sources. • Special events and county events are successful in bringing various communities together but are expensive and need large amounts of coordination and people to be fully realized. There is currently a low level of buy-in and not enough participation. • The Parks and Recreation Master Plan needs to be holistic in that everybody and every community receives balanced services. • There is a need to take a facility based approach that includes outdoor adventuring and can act as a destination facility that might include primitive camping, biking, kayaking fishing or camping. 032017a HC BOC Page 374 This Trend Analysis transitioned into the discussion of Programming and was framed to answer several larger questions. How productive are the current facilities in providing an equal county wide parks experience? How much programming of the market do you want to control? How does Harnett County support and fund these programs and facilities? Out of the broader discussion arose several key concepts: • There is a need for high volume, lost cost options with few barriers to entry that offer services for all age groups and peoples. • Several routes to increase funding might be through blanket corporate sponsorship, through the civic and financial engagement of Fort Bragg, for businesses or state entities to increase support, to reach out to county contacts or businesses which have their roots in Harnett County or to develop a Park Foundation which might foster and develop a stronger brand image. • There is a demand for increased support of greenway and blueway creation and enhancement to help link Harnett County communities and parks together. The Programming conversation lasted for approximately 45 minutes and shifted towards a brief overview of the Draft Goals prepared by McAdams. These goals will help frame and develop the Master Plan. The draft goals were unanimously supported by the Leadership Committee. One particularly interesting point to note was Goal 4 and the distinction between quality of place and quality of life. To enumerate, this Master Plan is concerned with laying the groundwork and creating memorable and unique spaces which connect, influence and promote a broader and higher quality of life. 032017a HC BOC Page 375 The final portion of the Leadership Committee input meeting consisted of generating ideas for effective and creative ways to advertise and host community meetings. PRO’s consulting in conjunction with McAdams and Harnett County will distribute and ultimately provide a statistically valid survey which is a fair, equal and unbiased sampling and representation of the entirety of Harnett County’s residents. Ideas ranged from distributing school fliers to festivals or county wide cookouts and are outlined below: • Utilize community gathering areas like schools, grocery stores, various sporting events or churches to reach groups of people. • Organize fliers for school and ask teachers to distribute to children. • Develop a larger festival to encourage public involvement and have a specialty item which hooks people in like free food, music or special promotions from local business. • Need to organize a plan which utilizes simple language with visual aids that promotes healthy lifestyle choices and decreases miscommunication between different communities and groups of people. This session lasted approximately 20 minutes and concluded with a high level of excitement and promise of plans yet to come. The meeting adjourned for the day at approximately 12 am. Sincerely, THE JOHN R. McADAMS COMPANY, INC. Rachel Cotter, RLA Principal Landscape Architect 032017a HC BOC Page 376 June 3rd, 2016 Mr. Carl Davis Parks and Recreation Direction P.O. Box 816 (Mailing) 801 S. 1st Street (Physical) Lillington, North Carolina 27546 Re: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Public Input Meeting 1 – Steering Committee Harnett County, North Carolina FOR-16093 Present on behalf of Franklin County Special Interest Groups: Mr. Carl Davis, Harnett County Parks + Recreation Direction Ms. Amy Rowland, Play Across America Mr. Brooks Matthews, Harnett County Schools Mr. Brad Salmon, NC House of Representative Mr. Sean Burke, GIS Specialist/ Environment Ms. Sharon Stevens, Dunn Tourism Mr. David McLean, Coats Senior Center Director Ms. Donna Rigby, Citizen/ Fair Board Mr. Ilia Smirnov, Canoe Outfitter Present on behalf of project team: Ms. Rachel Cotter, RLA, McAdams Mr. Leon Younger, PRO’s Consulting Mr. Michael Vampran, Designer I, McAdams 032017a HC BOC Page 377 Steering Committee Meeting Notes Attendees began to arrive at approximately 12:50 pm, were welcomed, and asked to sign in. The meeting began at 1:05 pm with Ms. Cotter welcoming the group and introducing the consultant team. Each member of the Steering Committee gave a brief introduction into who they are and their professional roles and interests. After introductions, Ms. Cotter presented an overview of the Parks and Recreation Master Planning process. Introductions and the overview was followed a summary of the Trend Analysis performed by PRO’s Consulting. This general discussion of programming was intended to better inform the committee as to local and national parks and recreation trends and facility popularity. Following is the discussed programmatic elements: I. Summer camps that provide creative outlets for children. Many residents travel outside of Harnett County to attend camps, preschool or visit parks. II. A centralized permanent, community space (possibly where graduations, concerts or events are to be held seating approximately 200 people) III. An amphitheater where music venues or social events can happen IV. A publicly accessible pool and/or splash pad (currently only Dunn has both) V. Day programs which foster a healthy lifestyle such as water aerobics. VI. There is growing recognition of the lack of paved walking trails which promotes walkability, helps link communities and state parks and provides passive recreation opportunities for seniors and community members. VII. There are latent opportunities for local business, schools and non-profits to form public partnerships with Harnett County to move together and form a more connected and robust public parks and recreation system. VIII. There are no decentralized places or trails to ride bikes, walk or jog and few places are destination locations. 032017a HC BOC Page 378 This discussion transitioned into a free-form dialogue where the selected special interest groups expressed their beliefs and concerns on the range of opportunities and constraints present in the Harnett County parks and recreation system. Several key issues were addressed and are as follows: I. Need greater public access to the natural rivers found in Harnett County II. Park enhancements and future facilities and events need to address economic, social and connectivity issues III. There is a goal to connect Raven Rock State Park with other parks and communities through rails-to-trails, greenways and blueways. IV. There is demand for camping destinations or public areas for youth, adults, senior and children to swim or fish with access to rivers. OPPORTUITIES I. Promote the intrinsic relationship to the river II.Create a solid tax base and further define how new and existing communities provide economic support (municipality driven and dived) III. Utilize a growing population and provide the ability to offer diverse experiences IV. Provide an integrated trail network V. Enhance available natural lands and green areas CONSTRAINTS I. Growing development demands II. Private land owners denying access to river frontage III. Lack of ability to spread information about events and facilities and long travel times to and from existing parks IV. Providing equal access to all parts of Harnett County 032017a HC BOC Page 379 These and other creative ways to address volunteer efforts, find funding sources and group inclusion were discussed. There is acknowledgement that the presence of Fort Braggs has an ability to support, either financially or with organized volunteer efforts, the Harnett County parks and recreation system. One-day or high-profile projects tend to attract larger numbers of volunteers and are recognized as having a higher degree of completion and success than longer events such as a month long continual river clean up. The conversation then moved towards discussing the draft goals as prepared by McAdams. There was unanimous support and no additional goals were proposed or altered. The final event on the agenda centered around generating creative ways to advertise and host community events and are outlined below: I. Create physical boards to advertise and bring people together. II. Utilize schools, churches and governmental facilities to reach broader number of peoples. III. Use social media to reach younger people IV. Meet with civic groups and become a speaker (such as a 4H event) V. Reach out to local business to provide economic or volunteer efforts VI. Set up booths at back to school events, sporting events and offer incentives such as food, ice cream or raffles. This Steering Committee session lasted approximately 15 minutes and adjourned for the day. Sincerely, THE JOHN R. McADAMS COMPANY, INC. Rachel Cotter, RLA Principal Landscape Architect 032017a HC BOC Page 380 June 3rd, 2016 Mr. Carl Davis Parks and Recreation Direction P.O. Box 816 (Mailing) 801 S. 1st Street (Physical) Lillington, North Carolina 27546 Re: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Public Input Meeting 1 Harnett County, North Carolina HRN-16000 Present on behalf of Harnett County: Mr. Carl Davis, Harnett County Parks + Recreation Direction Mr. Drew Bryant, Harnett County Recreation Program Supervisor Present on behalf of project team: Ms. Rachel Cotter, RLA, McAdams Mr. James Joyce, Designer II, McAdams 032017a HC BOC Page 381 Eastern Harnett County Input Notes The first public input meeting was held on August 16th, at Al Woodall Park in Erwin, North Carolina. Community members began to arrive at approximately 5:50 pm, were welcomed, and asked to sign in. Community members who attended this input meeting were invited to write their name, address, email and phone number on the sign in sheet. Around 20 community members came to the event, moving through a series of information boards and interactive games. Two informational boards were on display, a ‘Benefits of Parks’ board and a map of Harnett showing the locations of parks and municipalities throughout the county. The three interactive games consisted of a ‘Build Your Own Park’ board, a ‘More or Less’ board and a ‘Favorite Park Memories’ board. • Build Your Own Park Board – Designed to educate and inspire community members about environmental features and basic park design. • Less or More Board – Designed to engage community members about park programs or facilities they wish to see less or more of. Community members want to see more of: o Kayaking and canoe rentals o Trails and sidewalks o Athletic programs o Public pools o Annual sporting events o Public fishing access o Skate Park o “Mommy/Daddy & Me” programs o Covered playgrounds o Amphitheater o Splash pad 032017a HC BOC Page 382 • Favorite Park Memories – Designed to stimulate an emotional response to parks and to examine the perceived value of parks. In addition to these three interactive boards, several additional comments and discussions were held. The field notes are summarized below: • Presently there is no monitoring or maintenance along the Cape Fear River and there is a lot of trash along the river banks. • Conflicts continually arise between river users, livestock and trespassing on private land. • There is a perceived need for better control for spill over onto private property from river parks. • People want more public river access because they do not want to pay for river access. Community members provided input over the course of two hours and the meeting adjourned at 8 pm. Sincerely, THE JOHN R. McADAMS COMPANY, INC. Rachel Cotter, RLA Principal Landscape Architect 032017a HC BOC Page 383 June 3rd, 2016 Mr. Carl Davis Parks and Recreation Direction P.O. Box 816 (Mailing) 801 S. 1st Street (Physical) Lillington, North Carolina 27546 Re: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Public Input Meeting II Harnett County, North Carolina HRN-16000 Present on behalf of Franklin County: Mr. Carl Davis, Harnett County Parks + Recreation Direction Mr. Drew Bryant, Harnett County Recreation Program Supervisor Present on behalf of project team: Ms. Rachel Cotter, RLA, McAdams Mr. Michael Vampran, Designer I, McAdams 032017a HC BOC Page 384 Southern Harnett County Input Notes The second public input meeting was held on August 23rd, at Barbeque Creek Park in Lillington, North Carolina. Community members began to arrive at approximately 5:45 pm, were welcomed, and asked to sign in. Community members who attended this input meeting were invited to write their name, address, email and phone number on the sign in sheet. Around 20 community members came to the event, moving through a series of information boards and interactive games. Two informational boards were on display, a ‘Benefits of Parks’ board and a map of Harnett showing the locations of parks and municipalities throughout the county. The three interactive games consisted of a ‘Build Your Own Park’ board, a ‘More or Less’ board and a ‘Favorite Park Memories’ board. • Build Your Own Park Board – Designed to educate and inspire community members about environmental features and basic park design. • Less or More Board – Designed to engage community members about park programs or facilities they wish to see less or more of. Community members want to see more of: o Sidewalks and trails o Swimming pools o Kayaking and canoe rentals o Adult and youth athletic programs o Mud runs and/or annual events o Community center with athletic facilities o Adult and youth sport programs o More trees o Sports Complex/ Senior Center/ Community Building o Splash pad 032017a HC BOC Page 385 • Favorite Park Memories – Designed to stimulate an emotional response to parks and to examine the perceived value of parks. Favorite park memories include: o Exploring the Cape Fear o Military families using the park system and raising their family in the outdoors. o Camping on the river. o The 4th of July events o Youth athletic programs o Spring and Fall festivals In addition to these three interactive boards, several additional comments and discussions were held. The field notes are summarized below: • Community members felt that there are no parks south of the railroad tract and they had to drive too far to reach a basic playground. • Community members expressed concern and inquired into how economic resources were being distributed throughout the county and felt that less resources were distributed in southern Harnett County. • Community members expressed interest in aquatic based facilities and programs. • Community members expressed there is a lot of trespassing and littering along the river front. Community members provided input over the course of two hours and the meeting adjourned at 8 pm. Sincerely, THE JOHN R. McADAMS COMPANY, INC. 032017a HC BOC Page 386 Rachel Cotter, RLA Principal Landscape Architect 032017a HC BOC Page 387 July 17 th, 2016 Mr. Carl Davis Parks and Recreation Direction P.O. Box 816 (Mailing) 801 S. 1st Street (Physical) Lillington, North Carolina 27546 Re: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Public Input Meeting III Harnett County, North Carolina HRN-16000 Present on behalf of Harnett County: Mr. Carl Davis, Harnett County Parks + Recreation Direction Mr. Drew Bryant, Harnett County Recreation Program Supervisor Present on behalf of project team: Ms. Rachel Cotter, RLA, McAdams Mr. James Joyce, Designer II, McAdams 032017a HC BOC Page 388 Central Harnett County Input Notes The third public input meeting was held on August 30th, at the Lillington Community Center in Lillington, North Carolina. The Community members began to arrive at approximately 5:45 pm, were welcomed, and asked to sign in. Community members who attended this input meeting were invited to write their name, address, email and phone number on the sign in sheet. Around 20 community members came to the event, moving through a series of information boards and interactive games. Two informational boards were on display, a ‘Benefits of Parks’ board and a map of Harnett showing the locations of parks and municipalities throughout the county. The three interactive games consisted of a ‘Build Your Own Park’ board, a ‘More or Less’ board and a ‘Favorite Park Memories’ board. • Build Your Own Park Board – Designed to educate and inspire community members about environmental features and basic park design. • Less or More Board – Designed to engage community members about park programs or facilities they wish to see less or more of. Community members want to see more of: o Adult athletic programs o Camping opportunities o Opportunities to play with friends at the park o More running or biking trails o Annual sporting events, mud runs or road bike events o Youth programs o Splash pad in Dunn o Shaded areas to observe youth sports 032017a HC BOC Page 389 • Favorite Park Memories – Designed to stimulate an emotional response to parks and to examine the perceived value of parks. Favorite park memories include: o Kayaking and canoeing down the Cape Fear o Football and youth activities o Swimming in public pools o Playing youth sports with friends o Camping with boy scouts o Playing with friends in the creek In addition to these three interactive boards, several additional comments and discussions were held. The field notes are summarized below: • There is strong desire for a riverwalk that runs along the banks of the Cape Fear. • There is a perceived need for more parks in the NW portion of the county. • Interest was expressed for the ability to use the county website to see if future developments would donate space for a future park. • There is a perceived desire for more dog parks in Harnett County. • Community members inquired if a private business sponsor could help with funding greenway expansions. • The community wants to see a greater degree of linkage between towns. Community members provided input over the course of two hours and the meeting adjourned at 8 pm. 032017a HC BOC Page 390 Sincerely, THE JOHN R. McADAMS COMPANY, INC. Rachel Cotter, RLA Principal Landscape Architect 032017a HC BOC Page 391 November 29, 2016 Mr. Carl Davis Parks and Recreation Direction P.O. Box 816 (Mailing) 801 S. 1st Street (Physical) Lillington, North Carolina 27546 Re: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Leadership Committee Meeting II Harnett County, North Carolina HRN-16000 Present on behalf of Harnett County: Mr. Carl Davis, Harnett County Parks + Recreation Direction Mr. Drew Bryant, Harnett County Recreation Program Supervisor Present on behalf of project team: Ms. Rachel Cotter, RLA, McAdams Mr. Michael Vampran, Designer II, McAdams 032017a HC BOC Page 392 Steering Committee Input Notes The second steering committee input meeting was held on November 29th, at the Harnett County government complex in Lillington, North Carolina. The committee members began to arrive at approximately 9:50 pm, were welcomed, and asked to sign in. The meeting began at approximately 10:10 am with two members of the Harnett County Parks and Recreation team present, one additional member of Harnett County’s municipal government and an outside consultant. Rachel Cotter with the project team open the floor and presented the Parks and Recreation presentation as prepared by McAdams. The presentation lasted approximately 45 minutes and was followed with an open discussion. The presentation was open format and there were several comments throughout the presentation. Topics and suggestions are listed below: • There is a perception that established residents value the river less than new members of the community. They perceive the river as nuisance; as danger; non-family values; non-decent behavior; battling perception of river as danger not opportunity. • Schools are unsure about maintenance involved with county sport programs. • There in interest in a safe facility for shooting/archery gallery. Questions remain as to who will operate the facility and how insurance works. There are also the issues of safety, noise and the perceived value system for a county to run a shooting range. • The County will provide parks which are not cookie-cutter which express local character of neighborhoods and communities. • Improves neighborhood through direct use, increased economic growth through spending • Conversation centered around staffing increases. The Parks and Recreation department is tasked with maintain municipal lands and parks. It is challenging for 9 staff members to service all of Harnett County. It is reasonable for maintenance with expected growth (2 could be employed now) and 6 to be operational in 2 years. 032017a HC BOC Page 393 • There is talk of revising the County logo and there is a potential to create a Parks and Recreation logo/slogan. • Couch-to-5k- each department offers service and there is a potential to link together, • Local municipalities offer youth sports only. • Municipalities want money for programs – board can help steer ship – set framework for understanding how to fund specific parks • The YMCA has interest in Anderson Creek and a little in Lillington and are asking for financial support. Community members provided input over the course of two hours. After the presentation and input was complete, members and the project team discussed the Proposed Parks, Greenways and Blueways Plan. The meeting adjourned at 12 pm. Sincerely, THE JOHN R. McADAMS COMPANY, INC. Rachel Cotter, RLA Principal Landscape Architect 032017a HC BOC Page 394 November 29, 2016 Mr. Carl Davis Parks and Recreation Direction P.O. Box 816 (Mailing) 801 S. 1st Street (Physical) Lillington, North Carolina 27546 Re: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Leadership Committee Meeting II Harnett County, North Carolina HRN-16000 Present on behalf of Harnett County: Mr. Carl Davis, Harnett County Parks + Recreation Direction Mr. Drew Bryant, Harnett County Recreation Program Supervisor Present on behalf of project team: Ms. Rachel Cotter, RLA, McAdams Mr. Michael Vampran, Designer II, McAdams 032017a HC BOC Page 395 Leadership Committee Input Notes The second leadership committee input meeting was held on November 29th, at the Harnett County government complex in Lillington, North Carolina. The committee members began to arrive at approximately 12:45 pm, were welcomed, and asked to sign in. Rachel Cotter with the project team open the floor and presented the Parks and Recreation presentation as prepared by McAdams. The presentation lasted approximately 45 minutes and was followed with an open discussion. The presentation was open format and there were several comments throughout the presentation. Topics and suggestions are listed below: • There was surprise that dog parks were a high priority investment item and that water access and greenways were not ranked higher. • Leadership members recommended to the project team to highlight what the “most bang for the buck” is for facility investment and to emphasize priority investments. • Members also emphasized that even though the Proposed Parks map shows a more complete service radius, real travel times will vary as there are few bridges which connect both sides of the river. • Members expressed current challenges working with DOT in establishing trail and bike lanes on projects and related challenges with implementing greenways on State roads. • Members recommended that a regional park be located close to Dunn- Erwin as a lot of development and investment happen in that area. • Members recommended for the project team to emphasize the join-use agreements between schools and Harnett County allow for weekend use by the public. • Members brought up the non-profit Western Harnett as providing the majority of recreation programs in the County and recommended stronger partnerships between non-profits and the county. • Members expressed the need to locate County parks near growing areas which often contribute more money to the park system. 032017a HC BOC Page 396 Community members provided input over the course of two hours. After the presentation and input was complete, members and the project team discussed the Proposed Parks, Greenways and Blueways Plan. The meeting adjourned at 3 pm. Sincerely, THE JOHN R. McADAMS COMPANY, INC. Rachel Cotter, RLA Principal Landscape Architect 032017a HC BOC Page 397 January 10th, 2017 Mr. Carl Davis Parks and Recreation Direction P.O. Box 816 (Mailing) 801 S. 1st Street (Physical) Lillington, North Carolina 27546 Re: Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Final Public Presentation Meeting Harnett County, North Carolina HRN-16000 Present on behalf of Harnett County: Mr. Carl Davis, Harnett County Parks + Recreation Direction Mr. Drew Bryant, Harnett County Recreation Program Supervisor Present on behalf of project team: Ms. Rachel Cotter, RLA, McAdams Mr. Michael Vampran, Designer II, McAdams 032017a HC BOC Page 398 Final Community Meeting Notes The final public meeting was held on January 10th, 2017. The community members began to arrive at approximately 6:20 pm were welcomed, and asked to sign in. Community members who attended this input meeting were invited to write their name, address, email and phone number on the sign in sheet. The Parks and Recreation Director, Carl Davis, gave an introduction into the overall format of the meeting and introduced the project team. Rachel Cotter with the project team gave an introduction into the structure and intent of a master plan and started the presentation. There were approximately 15 members of the community present. Public Comments as follows in bold with County/ Project team responses following. If an additional school with a pool is built, can the public use the pool? We recommend a joint use agreement between schools and the public but we are unsure of exact specifics. On the waterways, can the county compensate for coal ash problems and what is the mitigation for the upcoming problems with pollution? Pollution prevention and coal ash is more a matter of state policy than Parks and Recreation within Harnett County. Lee and Chatham County had bad problems with pollution and there is a possibility Harnett County streams and rivers will be polluted. We need to have a path forward for dealing with these issues. Again, we cannot speak to these larger contamination rivers. The State regulates discharge into river bodies and individuals have the discrepancy to 032017a HC BOC Page 399 decide if the regulations are stringent enough. The Cape Fear River is strongly valued by Harnett County and we want to take advantage of this river and protect and beautify where we can. Where do you decide which parks to build first? There are some parks that have Master Plans and we can tie budget into this. Next the question is where can we get land? Start with land acquisition and move from there to most efficiently secure land and implement top priority facilities and programs. We look towards the area with the largest service gaps and begin to focus your energy there. There are several projects we have started and we move from there. We move to where land is available and service under met areas and see what the county feels is the most important. Nine years ago, we have 3 people, now we are adding four additional parks and we are moving towards a strong recreation system. I’m fairly new to the county, how do you fund Parks and recreation and where do you get your money? The park system is completely funded by the general fund and we have received some grants. Operational costs are through taxes. A Parks and recreation tax will be new, it will help build the infrastructure and the county commission can remove the tax when necessary. Considering what you are looking for the parks and recreation master plan. How much is realistic to be built as presented in the master plan? Currently, not much. We have roughly $1mil. as an operating budget and will take a community effort to get these things accomplished. There is a capital improvement plan for projects and these funds small projects. 032017a HC BOC Page 400 How will the green technologies be put into a park plan? It will be great to have a place to go when the power is out. Sustainable typologies will be implemented at time of a project. These issues are site specific and can be resolved when programming the individual park. A river access point can also be a stream restoration project. Where are you in the stage of the master plan? What is the timeline for begin implementing and realizing your actions? This is the final draft of the master plan. We will take the comments heard tonight and integrate into the plan. We will implement this as soon as possible, some items have already started and as soon as this plan gets adopted we can push forward. The 2030 plan is ambitious and sets a high goal. The board can change and the momentum for parks and recreation can shift. We want to push forward while the iron is hot. Alvin Carter speaking, we have the dog park on the river. We leased from the County in 2007, this plan will include where we live. We have a Sandhills park and education type and I haven’t heard anything from an environment perspective today. Today was the most beautiful time I’ve ever seen the river. There are a lot of successes along the river, like the dam upriver. I remember in 1945 the water level was up to the old court river. There have been a lot of improvements in the county. I’m looking forward to seeing this plan happen but I may not. Parks were created from the hands of the workers. We have educational components, 5th grade education and two days in the summer with 10 stations set up to use. We look to the future. We offer education and entertainment for the children while focusing on 5th graders and we enjoy educating the youth. Two days before our show, outside educators are brought in and rate our 032017a HC BOC Page 401 performance and communicate ways to improve. We will advertise and that is why I am here. I would like to engage anybody who has questions. This county was based on agriculture, we hope that having this park here, people will use your park’s organizations. We hope this proximity will positively influence both park systems. Educational is integral in what we do while preserving the longleaf pine ecosystem. We are excited about this partnership. What does the County done to address wild dog issues in the park? We haven’t had any issues with wild dogs yet. We would handle the issues appropriately and move. My name is David, with the Planning Department. I want to include the recreation fee. Whenever someone comes to develop or creates a lot, they must pay a fee. This is set aside into a specific fee and this helps on the front end. This helps with people moving in and helps offset the burden on the existing community. There are certain planning issues where if there is a highest enough density, they provide a specific recreation area within the area. This helps on the small park scale and increases opportunity. By the developer building these parks it helps the county by not having to spend money on small parks. The lot fee helps but the county can only buy land with that money. Is there any possible of land donation? Absolutely, we can also match the land. Anderson Creek park was an example of this along with other parks. Without these donations, the land acquisition would not have happened. They are very helpful and sometimes happen with 032017a HC BOC Page 402 older families would want to donate towards a park. One of the river access is a donation. Have you checked out the 900-acre property? We have checked it out but he is asking too much money. We are aware but the county cannot spend the money on it. The formal presentation ended at 7:10 pm with community members and the project team discussing the Proposed Parks, Greenways and Blueways Map suggestions. Sincerely, THE JOHN R. McADAMS COMPANY, INC. Rachel Cotter, RLA Principal Landscape Architect 032017a HC BOC Page 403 APPENDIX 7 NEILL’S CREEK PARK - MASTER PLAN 032017a HC BOC Page 404 NEILL’S CREEK PARK 3885 NEILLS CREEK RD ANGIER, NORTH CAROLINA MASTER PLAN PARK EXPANSION PROPOSED 8’ WALKING TRAIL HARENTT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL HARENTT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL PROPOSED PARKING AREA (+/- 95 SPACES) PROPOSED TRAIL CONNECTION TO ADJACENT ATHELTIC FIELDS PROPOSED 24’ ACCESS ROAD HWY 210EXISTING MULTI-USE FIELD EXISTING WETLANDS (APPROXIMATE LOCATION) EXISTING BASEBALL FIELD EXISTING BASEBALL FIELD PROPOSED MULTI-USE FIELD (+/- 200’X350) PROPOSED PLAYGROUND (+/-8,000-10,000 SF) NOTES: 1) The proposed layout of the Neill’s Creek Park Expansion is approximately 10% impervious, thus considered a low- density development per NC Session Law 2006-246 Section 9. Per conversations with Harnett County Engineering, this masterplan assumes no stormwater treatment will be required for onsite improvements. 2) All base data used as a basis for the Master Plan concept was taken from Harnett County online GIS data. 3) All jurisdictional streams and wetlands must be field verified and concurrence achieved through NC Army Corp. of Engineers. 032017a HC BOC Page 405 Board Meeting Agenda Item Agenda Item 4-L MEETING DATE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Request to receive grant from NC Ag Ventures Program REQUESTED BY: Tyrone Fisher, County Extension Director REQUEST: The North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Hamett County Center, request permission to receive a grant in the amount of$8,700 from the North Carolina Ag Ventures Grant Program to assist in the Agriculture Livestock Program. The grant funds will be used to purchase handling portable chute equipment, which will provide a safe restraint for animals during vaccination , castration, etc. The handling equipment also allows a much greater degree of safety for workers. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C:\Users\swilliams\Desktop\County forms\agendafonn20 17.doc I of I Page 032017a HC BOC Page 406 "( BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT (T;\c Q roRDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following ~endment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section l. To amend the General Fund, Cooperative Extension program, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE New Materials & Supplies 8,700 ~ r-,. \ )\ -r v~ \,..- \ \..u<'\'\ (\ \ ' '~ \ \ '-......./ '\ \j REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE New NC Ag Ventures Grant Program 8,700 EXPLANATION: Budget funds for NC Ag Ventures Grant Program for the Harnett County Cooperative Agriculture Program. Finance Officer (date) County Manager (date) S tion 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board day of Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 407 NC STATE UN \/~ RSI I'{ February 20, 2017 Dear Brian Parrish, Harnett County Extension Agent College of Agriculture and life Sciences North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service Agriculture, Natural Resources and Community and Rural Development ces .ncsu.edu ..... - Campus Box 7653 212 Patterson Hall Raleigh, NC 27695-7653 P: 919.515.3252 Congratulations, your application proposal to the NC Ag Ventures Grant Program was selected for a grant award . We received many more applications than we could fund which made the review process very competitive. Your project proposal was awarded $8,700.00. The Program Coordinator, Jackie Miller will contact you with details about the award contracts and the process for receiving the funds. Please watch for an email next week. We wish you much success with your grant project. Sincerely, Tom Melton, . Deputy Director, NC Cooperative Extension •• ~~fund~ SNinlal Pllllfrt • 032017a HC BOC Page 408 I , NC AgVentures Application for a Community Grant Completed applications must be received by email on or before 5:00 PM January 6, 2017. Please, one application per Extension agent. Project Titre Livestock Handling Equipment How much money are you requesting (up to $10,000)? Toba«:o Trust Fund Commission SPOU811£D PROJECT We are requesting $8,700 for both sets of needed livestock handling equipment but funding of either set of equipment will be considered and highly appreciated. Cash leveraged from other sources (15% of award amount is required)? $1,514 Agent Name Brian Parrish Cell 919-961-9971 Email Brian _Parrish@ncsu.edu Name of community group Hamett County Livestock Association Name of community group leader Phillip Page Name of person or agency that will be the fiscal agent for the project funds .. 1·.· 4 032017a HC BOC Page 409 f ' I County of Harnett Mailing Address Hamett County Center 126 Alexander Drive Suite 300 Li11ington NC 27546 Phone 910-893-7530 County Hamett Does the Community group include former Quota Holders, current/former Tobacco Growers, or close family descendants; if yes, how many? Yes, The Hamett County Livestock Association has 22 members who are current tobacco growers, and also consists of other former growers and close family descendants . Background Information: Please provide a brief history or background of your community/region. Describe the existing community project you wish to expand OR the new community project you would like to implement. Does the project have community support? [In spite of rapid residential growth, agriculture continues to thrive in Hamett County. Important agricultural commodities in Hamett County include; flue-cured tobacco, sweet potatoes, poultry, swine, cattle, grains, and cotton. The agriculture sector is expected to continue to be strong in the future while continuing to transition in response to the local economy. Tobacco was historically a major crop in Hamett County, and continues to be. Hamett County was ranked 8th out of I 00 NC counties in tobacco production in 2014. According to the 2012 Census of Agriculture, there are 797 farms in Hamett County. There were 3,900 head of beef cattle in Harnett County in the same census . Most of the cattle and sheep / goat farms in Hamett County are either small herds or larger herds split up into smaller p a stures. These pastures are often several miles apart. It is difficult for a farmer with a small herd to justify the expense of building or purchasing elaborate working facilities at each location. Because of this basic and advanced animal 5 032017a HC BOC Page 410 management procedures such as vaccinations and castrations are often left undone in these operations. The portable equipment could be set up in almost any location. The chute provides safe restraint for animals during vaccination, castration etc. The handJing equipment also a11ows a much greater degree of safety for workers. The group proposes to secure a portable cattle squeeze chute and portable sheep / goat handling system. To highly encourage and promote use, this important equipment wi11 be made available at no charge with first-priority given to Harnett producers . The equipment wilJ be maintained through donations. This equipment wi11 also be made available to counties that adjoin Hamett County with referral from extension agents from that county. This type of system would allow producers of all sizes to implement these best management practices in a humane, low-stress manner that is safe for both the animal and the workers . Project Details • Brief summary • What are your short and long-term goals for the project?) • Who will carry it out, who is your team? • What financial assistance will you need to implement your long-term goals?) • Do you intend to work with your community's economic development office? If so, in what ways? [Through this program our short-term goal would be to educate producers at Extension sponsored demonstrations and field days on the benefits of adopting best management practices. The equipment we propose to purchase would allow much greater flexibility in planning and implementing educational programs for cattle, sheep, and goat operations. This equipment will help more producers increase their knowledge about best management practices and become certified in (Beef Quality Assurance) (FAMA CHA) and similar programs. Long-term , it is our goal to realize a greater standard of cattle care and production in Harnett County.Buyers are wiI1ing to pay more for animals that have benefitted from best management practices such as weaning, vaccination, and castration. Often, the greatest impediment to implementing these practices is a lack of adequate handing facilities and equipment. The extension agent will work with both the Harnett County Finance office and the Livestock Association to obtain final quotes, submit purchase orders, and order the equipment. 6 032017a HC BOC Page 411 Explain how the project will increase farm profits and improve the economic condition of your community? [In Management Practices for More Profit, Dr. Richard Lichtenwalner at NC State University outlined six practices that increase profit in beef cattle operations . Many of these same practices also apply to sheep and goats. Of those six practices, four require an operator to have facilities that enable restraint of the animals. The number one means to increase returns in a cow/calf operation is the increase the calving percentage. One of the primary reasons for a low calving percentage is abortion caused by disease, molds, or toxins. Preventing reproductive disease requires vaccinations delivered by injection, which requires fu)ly grown animals to be restrained for injection at least once per year. The second greatest return is realized by implementing calf best management practices, including deworming, castration, implanting, and fly control. Of these, only fly control can be even partially implemented without restraining the animal. The third greatest return is from marketing calves through graded sales, all of which require animals to be vaccinated, which again requires the animals to be restrained. The fourth practice is implementing intensive grazing and pasture management. Which does not usua11y require animal restraint, but certainly involves moving animals from one location to another in a timely manner. The fifth practice is to narrow the calving season which requires that animals be pregnancy checked. Current methods of pregnancy evaluation involve either palpation or drawing a blood sample, both of which require the animal to be securely restrained. Using Dr. Lichtenwalner's figures adjusted to today's cattle market, these management practices could add $ I 00 in value to each calf m~keted. Assuming an 85% weaning rate across the county-wide cowherd of 3,900, these practices have the potential to add over $390,000 to the cattle income in Harnett County alone. Will you be creating a new market or expanding an existing one? Describe your marketing plan and customer analysis. - [The use of this equipment will give producers more market access for expanding current livestock marketing opportunities . By having the means to implement practices such as weaning, vaccination and castration, producers wiJl have the ability to add value to calves and allow them to participate in graded or aJliance sales for value-added calves. Quality raised livestock are in demand as consumers continue to demand a quality protein product. Tell us about any Safety, Legal or Insurance considerations which will help the reviewers determine the viability of the project. • Safety considerations • Insurance considerations • Legal considerations 7 032017a HC BOC Page 412 [Safety is a major consideration of this project. According to Robin Tutor-Marcom, the Director of the NC Agromedicine Institute, agriculture is the most dangerous occupation in NC, and animal-related incidents usually r~ 2nd or 3rd in the number of injuries. Injuries can be caused by; animals kicking, charging, head slinging, butting, dragging, goring, and trampling. Individuals can also be injured if animals are not properly restrained, resulting in needle sticks and exposure to pharmaceuticals, biological pathogens, and pesticides . The use of this equipment will help reduce the risks that livestock producers face when processing animals. Hamett County is insured and the county attorney is also available for consultation and assistance if needed. Also, events involving 4-H youth , are always covered by an additional insurance policy for each event. I Please explain how the project will be evaluated to determine its success? [The project will be evaluated through surveys at regular meetings, workshops, and field days. By talking with equipment users throughout the year, it should be very easy to get very useful information and track progress being made as well as any adjustments that need to be made to make the program better. How many new businesses will be created as a result of your project? [How many new businesses will be created as a result of this project is probably impossible to predict with any degree of certainty. However, having handling facilities available should impact the size and number oflivestock operations within the county over time. This project will allow local farmers the flexibility to utilize more areas for grazing, allowing for a greater number and size of livestock operations. How many businesses will be sustained? [This is another figure that is difficult to predict. The equipment should help producers become more efficient and increase profits. Increased profits will help these smaller livestock producers stay in business. Saving money in one area can also help farmers mitigate other operating costs such as land rent that are trending higher. Do you believe your project could be a regional or even national model? If so, how is it unique or different? [Low stress animal handling is a relatively new concept in livestock production. According to the results from the 201 J National Beef Quality Audit, the top three quality challenges are Food Safety, Eating 8 032017a HC BOC Page 413 Satisfaction, and how and where the cattle were raised . Implementing practices that help producers face these challenges and provide a safe, wholesome and humanely-raised product are challenged by access to equipment designed for these tasks. This project can provide a model that can certainly be replicated by other counties of NC and in other regions of the country. Previous Grant Funds: Has the group received grant in the past? If yes, briefly describe your previous grant project(s). What did you learn from your successes and your challenges? Did you achieve your intended goals? Did your income increase as a result of the project? No Three year vision: Most new projects take 3-5 years to get up to speed. After your project has been implemented, what is your vision for 2017 and 2018? Will you build on this project or develop new markets? Please describe how the Community project will grow in 2017 and 2018. [This project shoul~ help farmers who are looking for profitable ways to diversify their current fanning operations. This is especially true over the last few years as commodities prices have fallen and input costs have increased. Many current tobacco farmers lost a percentage of their tobacco contracts last year and some lost all of their tobacco contracts. Grants like this one have a huge potential to help multiple fanning operations that are willing to share equipment. Not having to spend a lot of money for equipment should make it easier for farmers to try new things and this seems to be more important now than ever before. There is currently a strong demand for locally grown meat in the triangle area and this grant project should continue to help existing and new producers start out and find more sells for their products in 2017 and 2018 . Community presentation/demonstation: An event to introduce the new project to the community. [Harnett extension plans to use this livestock handing equipment as part of hands on trainings to introduce the new project to farmers . Farmers seem to really enjoy and appreciate trainings that involve good content and hands on real world learning experiences. Getting the word out there about resources available through this project will also be a high priority. 9 032017a HC BOC Page 414 Budget: Your budget should show the total cost to complete your project. Estimate project expenses for: project related salaries, equipment rental, materials and supplies, consultants or subcontractors, marketing and education costs, travel and communication. Item or Services Priefert S04 Cattle S ueeze Chute Priefert Cattle Carri e Kit Cattle E ui ment Total D-S Livestock System Q Sheep and Goat Handlin S stem Proline Trailer 5 ' x 10 ' Shee and Goat Handlin T e text T e text e text etext e text e text e text e text etext Estimated Cost Get Quotes $4,789 $715 $5,504 Estimated Cost Shee /Goat $3,660 $1,050 $4,710 [T e text T e text T etext T e text e text e text e text e text e text Total $10,214 10 032017a HC BOC Page 415 Provide a timeline of steps to implement your project? January: Project update February: Grant award contracts will be sent to grant recipients March: [Obtain Final Quotes for portable handling systems April: First grant payment (75%) of award May: [Order grant material for delivery. Meet with Harnett County Livestock Association board to discuss livestock handling procedures and establish final guidelines for use. A newsletter will be sent to all livestock producers on the County mailing list announcing the availability and procedure for use along with a newspaper article in local newsf:>apers. June:[Submit First Project Report. Also submit copies of receipts and other documentation for project expenditures. July: A hands on project demonstration will be held on a local livestock farm to introduce the community to the new venture. Best Management Practices certification will also be available if applicable. Equipment officially becomes available for farmer use August: [Continue signing out equipment and tracking use. September: Complete and submit project update due Sept 15 October [Continue signing out equipment and tracking use. Mail survey to users asking about how it has benefited their operations. 11 032017a HC BOC Page 416 November: [Continue signing out equipment for use . Complete survey data December: [Complete the project by Dec 15, 2017 . Work on final report. January: Final report due 12 032017a HC BOC Page 417 Project Impacts Table Category First Year Second Year Th i rd Year Number of farms 25 35 50 collaborating in the project Total number of 2,000 3,000 4,000 farm acres represented Total number of 75 90 125 jobs sustained Total number of 5 7 10 new part time or seasonal jobs Total number of 5 7 10 workers re- employed Total number of 500 1,000 2000 products sold Estimated new 50,000 80,000 125,000 income Total number of 35 45 55 farms sustained - 13 032017a HC BOC Page 418 :~The Deadline for Applications is 5:00 PM January 6, 2017 Applications should be saved to PDF and emailed to: jackie _ mi ller@ncsu.edu Checklist € Completed application packet € Additional information materials that would be helpful to the reviewers such as photos, brochures, blueprints, equipment quotes etc. € Letters of commitment from a minimum of three participants who were past Quota Holders or former/current Tobacco Growers. If the project includes participants from other counties, the County Agents from those Counties should also provide a letter of commitment. € Read, sign, and attach the No Overdue Taxes and Conflict of Interest Form attached to the end of this application. (This form must be notarized.) :c~. , Applicant's Si~ Date: --1-/__,,-5,r:::...._-__./_·]~- Print Name /) ra /-5-17 Date:---~--~-- Signature o he Community Group Leader P~Aj.~f,Jo ?a5 e 14 032017a HC BOC Page 419 Note~ The grant funds are taxable income. If your Community group is awarded the grant you will be required to fill out a W-9 form requesting an Employer Identification Number for your business. We will file a 1099-Miscellaneous with the IRS in the n·ame of the check recipient at the end of 2017. Check with your tax account to determine the best way to handle~ (fie 9_rant , .... ,1 f •f !1~ funds. ·,t ' .. _-.: . ,~.r iA ,,, .. . ' ·, \ '. r II") ";, _$ ~ . -~ .'.;. :"'· ~~ <' -~~f.' 0 4 N ·~ ~:~ : ~ ' ·,.\. 2:: Form and Contents Approved by the Office of the State Aud itor 11-9-2006 :: (~ ·--·! 1 ·~ .... , ~-~ ,;;. ~· ~lt-i ~ '. I ~ ,,, a . ·,., l"t ., . . ('> ,;._':-·'.-i,J : T '' \ , ... State Grant Certification -For Individual Sub Grantees 111,,,,;';J,,,\"\ No Overdue Taxes1 and Conflict of Interest 1 G.S . 105-243.1 defines "Overdue tax debt. -Any part of a tax debt that remains unpaid 90 days or more after the notice of final assessment was mailed to the taxpayer. The term does not include a tax debt, however, if the taxpayer entered into an installment agreement for the tax debt under G .S. 105- 237 within 90 days after the notice of final assessment was mailed and has not failed to make any payments due under the installment agreement." ___ /_-__ &;;;;..._..,__,_J _J __________ [Insert Date of Certification] To: NC TOBACCO TRUST FUND COMMISSION & NC AGRICULTURAL FOUNDATION, INC. Certification: C) ._ 1 I certify that I, tpf i avJ "\"()...(( 1'-t' [Insert Your Name], do not have any overdue tax debts, as defined by North Carolina G.S. 105-243.1, at the federal, state, or local level. I further certify that I will not use funds awarded by this grant to satisfy any subsequent tax obligations. Additionally, I 1?fiorJ 0°'-.( ( ," t;~ [Insert Your Name], certify that I do not have any personal and/or professional relationships with the NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission, NC Agricultural Foundation, Inc. and/or any of its' employees or governing Board, as defined by North Carolina G .S. 143C-6-23(b) (c), that have been used to in any way influence the potential of an award or an official award of funds to me. I further understand that a false statement made is in violation of North Carolina G .S. 143C-6-23 and such false statement would be a criminal offense punishable as provided by North Carolina G.S. 143C-10-1 . Swo~tate~ , / I, :.w 'p,d "1' I( It 'r' [Insert Your Name] certify that I am a resident of C:::>ou: (l Bf'"" [Insert Name of Town or City] in the State of North Carolina. I also acknowledge and understand that any misuse of State funds will be reported to the appropriate authorities for further action. 15 032017a HC BOC Page 420 [ Signature of lndividualj Sworn to and subscribed before me on the day of the date of said certification ~ NidJ~ . My Commission Expires: Fa,. 11-~o;J-1 . I 16 032017a HC BOC Page 421 032017a HC BOC Page 422 032017a HC BOC Page 423 032017a HC BOC Page 424 032017a HC BOC Page 425 032017a HC BOC Page 426 032017a HC BOC Page 427 032017a HC BOC Page 428 032017a HC BOC Page 429 032017a HC BOC Page 430 032017a HC BOC Page 431 032017a HC BOC Page 432 032017a HC BOC Page 433 032017a HC BOC Page 434 032017a HC BOC Page 435 032017a HC BOC Page 436 032017a HC BOC Page 437 032017a HC BOC Page 438 032017a HC BOC Page 439 032017a HC BOC Page 440 032017a HC BOC Page 441 AGENDA ITEM 6 March 20, 2017 APPOINTMENTS NEEDED ADULT CARE HOME COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE We have three (4) vacancies on this committee. CCCC BOARD OF TRUSTEES The CCCC Board of Trustees recommends reappointment of Jim Burgin to continue to serve on this Board. HARNETT COUNTY AIRPORT COMMITTEE We have a vacancy for a District 5 member to serve on this committee. HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT We have vacancies for alternate members for District I and District 3. HARNETT COUNTY COUNCIL FOR WOMEN We have twelve (11) vacancies on this council. HARNETT COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mr. Ronnie Vinston has expressed interest in serving on this board. (application attached) We have one (1) vacancy for an at-large members on this board. The City of Dunn also has a vacancy on this board. HARNETT HEAL TH SYSTEMS BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Harnett Heath System Board of Trustees recommends appointment of the following nominees to serve three-year terms on the Harnett Health Systems Board of Trustees: Dr. J. Bradley Creed, District 3 Susan Chriscoe, District 4 HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE BLOCK GRANT COMMITTEE We have two (2) vacancies on this committee. MID-CAROLINA AGING ADVISORY COMMITTEE We have two (2) vacancies on this committee. Page 1 -Appointments 032017a HC BOC Page 442 APPLICATION TO SERVE ON A BOARD APPOINTED BY THE HARNEIT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS VOTING DISTRICT: (Please check district number in which you live): D District 1, Commjssioner McKoy's D District 4, Commissioner Springle's D District 2, Commissioner Elmore's D District 5, Commissioner Miller's D District 3, Commissioner Pe.1-...,,y's CNIC AND FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS IN WHICH YOU HA VE PARTICIPATED: tJA DATE: ~3 1 g 1 11 **************************************** FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: ao DATE RECEIVED: _3_-_lo_,,._f _'} __________________ _ DATE FORWARDED TO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: _ ____..,,3 =--" )!::....!....Co_---'-[ 7--'---------- 032017a HC BOC Page 443 ~ P.O. Box 1706 Dun n, NC 28335 (910) 892-1000 Harnett Health From t he Office of the President and CEO March 3, 2017 Joe Jeffries, County Manager Harnett County Commissioner P.O. Box 759 Lillington, NC 27546 Dear Mr. Jeffries: This letter is to inform you that the Harnett Health System Board of Trustees made the following nominations at the February 27, 2017 board meeting to fill seats on the Harnett Health Systems Board of Trustees that will expire April 1, 2017. Nominees to be approved by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners (These are County Commissioner Appointments): Dr. J. Bradley Creed District 3 Appointed to serve a three year term Term of Appointment-April 1, 2017 through March 31, 2020 Susan Chriscoe District4 Appointed to serve a three year term Term of Appointment-April 1, 2017 through March 31, 2020 We appreciate your consideration for approval of the Board's nominees. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, . e Jackson President Harnett Health System Board Chair Harnett Health System Be tsy Johnson Hosp ito l (Dunn) · Central Harne tt Hospital (Lillingto n ) · Hamett Health Foundation An gier Medical Services· Du n n Med icc1I Services · Lillington Medical Services · Harnett OB/GYN · Premiere Pediatrics Be n son Re ha b & We lln ess · Breast Core Cen ter · Wound C o re Cente r 032017a HC BOC Page 444 Board Meeting Agenda Item Agenda Item __ 7_,_ __ _ MEETING DATE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Proposed Zoning Change: Case# RZ-17-13 REQUESTED BY: Development Services/ Mark Locklear REQUEST: Landowner/Applicant: Parminder Sandhar; 1.45 +/-acres; Pin #0663 -84-0414.000; From RA-40 to RA-30 ; Off SR# 1440 (James Norris Road on Kinnis Creek Drive); Lot 20 Kinnis Creek Subdivision; Black River Township. Development Services staff reccomends approval based on Land Use Plan compatability and comparable adjacent zoning districts. Additional Information: Planning Board reccomended unanimous approval (5-0) on 3/6/17. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C :\U sers\gwhee le r\AppData\Local\M ic rosoft\ W ind ows\INet Cache\C ontent. Outl ook\ T PTEQCL V\Sandh ar _ CCagenda for m _3.20.17 .doc Page I of I 032017a HC BOC Page 445 Harnett COUNTY NO,<IH ( ARO LINA REZONING STAFF REPORT Case: RZ-17-13 Jay Sikes, Mgr. of Planning Services i sikes@harnett.org Phone: {910) 893-7525 Fax : {910) 814-8278 Planning Board: March 6, 2017 County Commissioners: March 20, 2017 Requesting a Rezoning from RA-40 to RA-30 Applicant Information Owner of Record: Name: Parminder Sandhar Address: 320 Flatrock Ln Applicant: Name: Parminder Sandhar Address: 320 Flatrock Ln City/State/Zip: Holly Springs, NC 27540 City/State/Zip: Holly Springs, NC 27540 Property Description PIN(s): 0663-84-0414.000 Acreage: 1.45 ------Address/SR No.: 25 Kinnis Creek Dr (SR #1810), Angier, NC 27501 Township: D (01) Anderson Creek D (02) Averasboro D (03) Barbecue [gJ (04) Black River Page 1 of 5 D (05) Buckhorn D (06) Duke D (07) Grove D (08) Hectors Creek Vicinity Map D (09) Johnsonville D (10) Lillington D (11) Neill's Creek D (12) Stewart's Creek D (13) Upper Little River STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 446 Services Available Water: l:8J Public (Harnett County) D Private (Well) D Other : Unverified Sewer: D Public (Harnett County) l:8J Private (Septic Tank) D Other: unverified Zoning District Compatibility Zoning Map Page 2 of 5 ite Description: Site is currently occupied by ne single-family residence. urrounding Land Uses : farmland and residential uses. Transportation: Annual Daily Traffic Count : N/A Site Distances: Good CURRENT REQUESTED RA-40 RA-30 Parks & Rec X X Natural Preserves X X Bona Fide Farms X X Sin le Famil X X Manufactured Homes, Design Regulated X Manufactured Homes X Multi-Fa mil X Institutional Commercial Services Retail X X Wholesale Industrial Manufacturing STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 447 Land Use Classification Com Evaluation i:gj Yes D No ZONING LAND USE Parks & Rec Natural Preserves Bona Fide Farms Single Family Manufactured Homes, Design Regulated Manufactured Homes Multi-Family Institutional Commercial Service Retail Wholesale Industrial Manufacturing RA-30 X X X X X X X X X X LDR X X X X X X X X The IMPACT to the adjacent property owners and the surrounding community is reasonable, and the benefits of the rezoning outweigh any potential inconvenience or harm to the community. REASONING: The impact to the surrounding community is reasonable, as the requested zoning district is similar in nature to the surrounding area. i:gJ Yes D No The requested zoning district is COMPATIBLE with the existing Land Use Classification. REASONING: The requested zoning to RA-30 is compatible with the Land Use Classification of Low Density Residential. Densities in such a land use class can range from 1-3 units per acre depending on utilities, soils, and the character of adjacent development. i:gJ Yes D No The proposal does ENHANCE or maintain the public health, safety and general welfare. REASONING: The requested zoning to RA-30 would maintain the public health, safety and general welfare due to the existing residential uses within the area. D Yes i:gJ No The request is for a SMALL SCALE REZONING and should be evaluated for reasonableness. Page 3 of 5 REASONING: Since the proposed zoning district of RA-30 is immediately across the road, as well as due to the similarity of the two districts, this application does need to be considered a Small Scale Rezoning. STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 448 Suggested Statement-of-Consistency (Staff concludes that ... ) As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to RA-30 is compatible with the Land Use Plan as well as the comparable, adjacent zoning district. Therefore, it is recommended that this rezoning request be APPROVED. Additional Information On March 6th, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of application based on compatibility to the Land Use Plan and the existing Commercial zoning in the area. Subject Property Subject Property James Norris & Kinnis Creek view property across the street from site Page 4 of 5 STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 449 Traditional Standards of Review and Worksheet STANDARDS OF REVIEW The Planning Board shall consider and make recommendations to the County Board of Commissioners concerning each proposed zoning district. The following policy guidelines shall be followed by the Planning Board concerning zoning districts and no proposed zoning district will receive favorable recommendation unless: 0 Yes O No A. The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in appropriate complementary categories. 0 Yes O No B. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the individual or small group . 0 Yes D No C. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of the property involved.) 0 Yes O No D. There is convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change . D Yes O No E. The proposed change is in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning practices . 0 GRANTING THE REZONING REQUEST Motion to grant the rezoning upon finding that the rezoning is reasonable based on All of the above findings of fact A-E being found in the affirmative and that the rezoning advances the public interest. 0 DENYING THE REZONING REQUEST Motion to deny the rezoning upon finding that the proposed rezoning does not advance the public interest and is unreasonable due to the following: 0 The proposal will not place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in appropriate complementary categories. 0 There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the individual or small group. 0 There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of the property involved.) 0 There is not convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change. 0 The proposed change is not in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning practices. 0 The proposed change was not found to be reasonable for a small scale rezoning Page 5 of 5 STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 450 APPLICATION FOR ZONING CHANGE Harnett Planning Department 108 E. Front Street COUNTY P.O . Box 65, Lillington, NC 27546 Phone: (910) 893-7525 Fax : (910) 893-2793 Total Fee: 200.00 .......,__~-------------Receipt: _!_/_:_t?/ 3 ______ _ Permit: Hearing Date: Applicant Information Owner of Record: Name: PARMl~ve& SA,JD/;Ai, Address: 2.5 k1/\J,J1c; Cf{EFI<, DR City/State/Zip: A,..J(.,tFR, NC...1 2]501 E-mail : (JARM SAr.J DHM @., GfQ8iL •Q/YJ Phone: 9L9 --'124 -2 1 5 4 Fax: Applicant: ~{ Name : Address: ( City/State/Zip: ~'-' '~'-"'--' -"'~"~!~N~( ..... _c ~•~" ~< -~'-c;-LJ C E-mail: , Phone: Fax: Property Description . _ PIN(s): OhG3-84~o4/4.ooo Acreage: /,lJ.:J Acres Address/SR No.: 2.5 K1r.Jd1S CREEK "])R AA}~t,-:::R NC.... 2]50 1 Directions from Lillington: _1°U..RtJ____LffI._~_hJL_· 2 1QJV.. ' w.&.L Le E._T._Q"'1JO_~B.B..6._ i)k, IuRN Lt3£.LO!Lw ~l!Ll..S CR.€£-t<.. 'iX~ Deed Book: ~ b__lj __ Page: £lia.!j_ __ Plat Book: Page : __ _ Existing Zoning: D Conservation 0 RA-20M 0 RA -20R WA-30 ~RA-40 D Commercial D Light Industrial D Industrial D Office & Inst'I Attachments Requested Zoning: D Conservation 0 RA -20M [JyA-20R ~RA-30 0 RA-40 D Commercial D Light Industrial D Industrial D Office & Inst'I Township: D (01) Anderson Creek D (02) Averasboro ~ ) Barbecue 04) Black River (05) Buckhorn D (06) Duke D (07) Grove D (08) Hectors Creek D (09) Johnsonville D (10) Lillington D {11) Neill's Creek D {12) Stewart's Creek D (13) Upper Little River • Written description of property from recorded deed • Recorded map of property at scale of not less than one (1) inch = 200 feet • Explanation of why the zoning change is requested, addressing applicable portions of Article XII of the Zoning Ordinance Signatures The undersigned applicant hereby certifies that, to the hest of his or her knowledge and belief, all information supplied with this application is true and accurate: n;\J/v~ _ O/lt>~//7 ~ Owner Signature foate / Authorized Agent Signature Date Page 1 of 2 APPLICATION FOR ZONING CHANGE 032017a HC BOC Page 451 83464 -P964 For Reg istration Kimberly S. Hargrove Register of Deeds Harnett County, NC Electronically Recorded 2016 Dec 16 03 :07 PM NC Rev Stamp:$ 145.00 Book: 3464 Page: 964 -965 Fee: $ 26 .00 Instrument Number: 2016018127 -r-------County on the __ d:iy 01·_ ------· 20_ of Jonathan W. Anderson; PLLC Victoria Yamnitsky and spouse, Eugene Yamnitsky I 05 Oaken Place, Apex, NC 27539 GRANTEE Sandhar. married The t.lesignation Gr3lltor and Grantee as used herein ~hall inc.:ludc s aid parties, cir e irs, ·ucc ·s~or~. and as~ign~. and shall include singular. plurJI, masculine, feminine or neuter as required by coniext. WITNF};SF.TH. I hat tht\ Gramc:,r, fnr ;i vah1;itile cnn5itlcr.tti~1n p;iid by 1he Grnnree. c r · ip whk: ~ hrreby ackn(lwie<lgt'.d, has nml by the~ presents docs grant. bargain, sell and convey 111110 the Grantee in fee simple . .ill t I ci:r · · lu eel of land or condominium unit situ.111:d in the City of _ Angier . _ T w County. North Carolin.i .ind more particularly described as follows : Being all of Lot 20, Kinnis Creek Subdivision, Section 1, as recorde 135-8 of the Harnett County Registry. 25 Kinnis Creek Drive , Angier, NC 27501 The property hcrcinabove described was acquirt:fl...,lll; Grnnl or by instrument recorded in Book 3459 age All or a ponion of the property herein conveyed LJincludcs or!./ ldoes not include the primary rcsit.lencc Submitu:d ckctronjcan,· by JonatbMn w Anderson Law io compliance with North Carolina statutes eoyunine recordable documents and the terms or the submitter a~reemcnt wlth Jbe Harnett CouotUlleister or Derds. 032017a HC BOC Page 452 B3464 -P965 1'.TI TO HOLD the aforesaid lot or parcel ofland and all privilege., and appunenances thereto belonging to the Grantee in ,into ovenants with the Grantee, that Grantor is seized oflhe premi<;es in fee simple. has the right to convey the same in fee . m • tit.II · e · · · ketable and free and d:ar of all encumbrances, ancl 1hat Grantor will warrnnt and defend the tillc: against the la ful • of all pe ·ons whomsoever, other than the following exceptions : 0 My Commission Expire~: (Affix Seal) My Commission Expires: (Affix Seal) Ad valorem taxes for current year covenants, and restrictions of record. Eugene Yamnitsky 032017a HC BOC Page 453 $ t i sm I t 0 li ~NOllfltSIID VICINITY MAP (N.T.S.) No1c'A' This property is loca1cd in Zone 'X' (minimal Oood risk) and is nor wi1hin a Special Flood Hazard Arca FIRM# 37200662001 Panel II 0662 Effect,vc Date: I 010312006 Nore 'B' Surveyed on I 0/20/2016 Note'C All distances arc hOrtzontal ground unless otherwise Staled Note 'D' All ar<as computed by coordinate method Nole 'E' The parccl(s) shown hcr«m arc subjcc1 to any and all eascmenlS, rights of way and rcs1nc1ions of record Note'F' Underground uuliues were no1 considered on 1h1s sur\.'cy Sur,(')' (or: Parm Sanhar of Loi 20 Kinnis Creek Subdivision Sec1ion I Black River TWSP., Harne« County. Nonh Carolina Beiltg rhe Propeny loca1ed a1: 25 Kinnis Creek Dme , Angier CURVE Cl C2 C3 C4 I, M1c-h.wl S Slokes. Profess1onJJ Land Surveyoi «rt1fy that this survt> compJ1~s with 1/x North Carolin, SundMJ.s of PrxltcC' for Survt)'lfli Stc110n 1600. that this 1s .1 da.ss A su1\cy, mttt1ng the c11u:n1 of JKccmon greater than I 10.000. that convit'nhonal field p,oc.edwc -.nh DB 34161860 & PC C shdc 135·8 ~23 ut111ztd , 1ha1 all uruts art US SunC\ F«t unless othc:rwu,c su1cd~ that all d1Stancit'S art ground d1slal'IC:cs uniw olhe"'1sc stated Any Easem.:nts. g:ips, lappagt"S, or cncroac~nts lit RlO"n on 1h1s survc). tha1 a.II aic.u 1,1,wc ('Offlpolcd by coordinate mt1hod This SUl"\'cy 1s not 10 be r('("ordcd without 'M'IUtn pcnn1ss1on from the sunrcyor This map remains 1hc p,opcrt)· of the surveyor and u 10 b( used only for conveyance of1h1s lot b)' 1hc pcrsoo(s) shov.n on 1h1s map Witness m) ougmal s1gnatwc, rcg1strthon number and seal this 91h day of Otc<mb«. AD 2016 Sur'\c)'or Mtehacl S Stokes License Ii L-4996 0 • 6 ARC l£NGTH 232.27' 72.05' 70.53' 70.53' VJ RADIUS 0£LTA ANGI.E 247.25' 53'49'32" 60.00' 68'47'59 " 247.00' 1S21'38" 247.00' 16"21'38" YAMNITSKY. VICTORIA P1N: 0663-84-0414 08 3459/104 63,348.8 SQUARE fEET 1.45 ACRES \ \ g; ~ ~ (JI~ ~ 0 c.,; ':.! lo! .,,., cc CHORD BEARING CHORD LENGTH N J0"40'15" W 223.83' N JO' 48'28" E 67.80' N 04'32' 46" E 70.29' N 04°32'46" E 70.29' ,., Iii i-----es.s·-------~--sJ.7' 1----12s----..,__ __ _ I I I I 50' EXISTING IRON PIPE 0' EXISTING IRON ROD CALCULATED POINT ~--~ .... <.> ~ •. j ST~ES I U RV H II I I MAP Pl IC, P ll C Firm License# P-1139 6275 NC SO Sune 117 Benson. NC 2750-I (919)-971-7897 \\WW stokes-surve) ing com 100' 150' 032017a HC BOC Page 454 Request for Zoning Change Subject Property: 25 Kinnis Creek Dr, Angier, NC 27501 This letter refers to application for change of zoning of property at 25 Kinnis Creek Dr, Angier from RA-40 to RA-30. We are interested in sub-dividing the lot (1 .45 acres) into two 2 lots to build a house for my parents . Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information . Sincerely, Parm Sandhar Ph: (919)924-2154 Email: parmsandhar@gmail.com 032017a HC BOC Page 455 ~ t t JWEs IIIIRRfs RO VICINllY MAP (N.T.S.) Notc'A' Thi s propcny is located in Zone 'X' (minimal flood risk) and is not within a Special Flood Hazard Area F IRM # 3720066200) Panel # 0662 Effective Date: 10/03/2006 Note'B' Surveyed on I 0/20/2016 Note 'C' All distances arc horizontal ground unless othe1Wise s lated Note'D' All areas computed by coordinate method Note'E' The parccl(s) shown hereon arc s ubject to any and all easements, rights of way and restrictions of record Note'F' Underground utilities were not considered on this survey THIS MAP IS FOR EXHIBIT ONLY FOR INFORMATION REGARDING PRELIMINARY SUBDMSION AND RE -ZONING. THIS MAP IN NO WAY EXHIBITS ACTUAL SITE CONDITIONS AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS ACTUAL. EXHIBIT BASED ON A SURVEY PERFORMED BY ME AT A PRIOR DATE. S11rver for: Parm Sanhar of Lot 20 Kiunis Creek Subdivision Section l Black River TWSP., Hamett Co unty, North Carolina Being the Property located at: 25 Kiru1is Creek Dri ve, Angier CURVE Cl C2 C3 C4 I, Mich3cl S. Stokes, Professional Land Surveyor certify that this survey complies wi1h the North Carolina S1andards of Prac1icc for Survtying Section 1600: that this is a class A survey. mttting the criteria of precision greater than 1: 10,000; that conventional field procedure with DB 3416/860 & PC C slide 135·8 was utilized; that all units an: U.S. Survey F,·ct unless otherwise stated; that all distances arc ground distances unless otherwise s1a1cd. Any EascmenlS. gaps. la ppagcs. or cncro11chmcnts are shown on this survey; th1:1t all areas were computed by coordinate method. This survey is not to be recorded without written pcm1ission from the surveyor. Th is map remains the property of the surveyor and is to be used on ly for convcy,tncc of this lot by the pcrson(s) shown on this map. • ~ ARC LENGTH RADIUS DELTA ANGLE 232.27' 247.25' 53'49'32" 72.05' 60.00' 68'47 59• 70.53' 247.00' Hi21'38" 70.53 247.00' 16"21'38" ~ I "" 35 V 20·~ \ I \ I \ <J) I \ ...., 0 "' q ...., ... -..J :..., "' I ~ .... .., @) I SANDHAR, PARMINDER I PIN : 0663-84-0414 DB 3464/964 I 63,348.8 SQUARE FEET 1.45 ACRES(TOTAL) PROPOSED LOT AREA: I 30,000 S.F., 0.69 ACRES PROPOSED LOT LINE L --N 89'12'26" E 144.65' ~OPOSED LOT AR ~ 33,349 S.F., 0.77 ACRES 68.5' I I I 72.5' I <J) I ...., ~ -..J ... ...., -..J '-" "' I o_ .... .., I I / v / CHORD BEARING CHORD LENGTH N 30°40'15" W 223.63' N 30'48'28" E 67.80' N 04"32' 46" E 70.29' N 04'32' 46" E 70.29' \ \ \ 8 .., 0 ..., ~1 -' i i t;j ~ z ..,, 0 ~ ~ v! 2 :..., 1$_ g "'· ~ ~ 7' z z z 0 ~ ' ~ v! °' () i-> ~ ~~ ~ 53.7 ~ ~ ~~ 0 c! < rn .... (J ST~ES SURVEYING & MAPPING, PLLC Finn License # P-1139 6275 NC 50 Suite 117 Benson, NC 27504 (9 l 9)-971 -7897 www.stokcs-survcying.com o· 50' 100' 150' EXISTI NG IRON ROD CALCULATED POINT ---~-~ 032017a HC BOC Page 456 Board Meeting Agenda Item Agenda Item __ _..8..__ __ MEETING DATE: March 20, 2017 TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUBJECT: Proposed Zoning Change: Case# RZ-17-65 REQUESTED BY: Development Services/ Mark Locklear REQUEST: Landowner/Applicant: Jean D. Kenlan Revocable Trust / Copart, C/0 Larry Stripling; 46 +/- acres (out of 157 .25 acre tract); Pin #1515-11-6710.000; From RA-30 to Industrial; SR# 1788 (Alphin Road); Averasboro Township. Development Services staff reccomends approval based on the Land Use Plan compatability as well as adjacent zoning compatability . Additional Information: Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to approve a revised application. Due to many citi zen concerns, the applicant suggested & Planning Board agreed to amend the application via removing approximately 4 acres along Alphin Rd. This 'leg' would be removed from the request, subdivided from the larger tract, & remain zoned RA-30. FINANCE OFFICER'S RECOMMENDATION: COUNTY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION: C:\User s\gwhee ler\AppData\Local\M icrosoft\ Windows\INetCache\Content. O utlook\ TPTEQCL V\Copart _ CCagenda fo rm_J .20.17.doc Page I of I 032017a HC BOC Page 457 Harnett COUNTY NURIH A{U I,\ REZONING STAFF REPORT Case : RZ-17-65 Jay Sikes, Mgr. of Planning Services jsikes@harnett.org Phone : (910) 893-7525 Fax: (910) 814-8278 Planning Board: March 6, 2017 County Commissioners: _M_a_rc_h_2_0~,.__2_0_1_7 __ _ Requesting rezoning from RA-30 to Industrial Applicant Information Owner of Record: Name: Jean Kenlan Revocable Trust Address: PO Box 271 City/State/Zip: Olivia, NC 28368 Property Description PIN(s): 1515-11-6710 Address/SR No.: Alphin Rd, Dunn, NC Township: D ( 01) Anderson Creek [gl (02) Averasboro D (03) Barbecue D (05) Buckhorn D (06) Duke D (07) Grove Applicant: Name: Copart (Larry Stripling) Address : PO Box 271 City/State/Zip: Olivia, NC 28368 Acreage: 46 of acres D (09) Johnsonville D (10) Lillington D (11) Neill's Creek 157.1 D (04) Black River D (08) Hectors Creek D (12) Stewart's Creek D (13) Upper Little River Vicinity i j Pag e 1 of 5 STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 458 Site Description: This parcel is currently vacant. The applicants plan is to obtain this tract for an expansion, thus the Industrial rezoning request. Surrounding Land Uses: Surrounding land uses include agriculture, residential, and industrial. Services Available Water: [g] Public (Harnett County) D Private (Well) D Other: Unverified Sewer: D Public (Harnett County) [8J Private (Septic Tank) D Other: unverified Zoning District Compatibility Transportation: Annual Daily Traffic Count: Traffic count along Alphin Rd is N/A Site Distances: Good The following is a summary list of general uses, for actual ermitted uses refer to the Zonin Ordinance. Parks & Rec Natural Preserves Commercial Services Retail Wholesa le Industrial Manufacturin CURRENT RA-30 X X X X X X X REQUESTED Ind X X X X X X X X X STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 459 Land Use Classification Com Evaluation ~ Yes D No ZONING LAND USE Ind EMU Parks & Rec X X Natural Preserves X Bona Fide Farms X Single Family X Manufactured Homes, Design Regulated Manufactured Homes Multi-Family X Institutiona I X X Commercial Services X X Retail X X Wholesale X X Industrial X X Manufacturing X X Future Land Use Map The IMPACT to the adjacent property owners and the surrounding community is reasonable, and the benefits of the rezoning outweigh any potential inconvenience or harm to the community . REASONING: The impact to the adjacent community is r easonable, as many of the existing uses located in the vicinity of the site are of a non-residential nature, including two Industrial parks. ~ Yes O No The requested zoning district is COMPATIBLE with the existing Land Use Classification. REASONING: The existing land use classification, Employment Mixed Use, includes locations for employmnet and economic development opportunities. Uses would include, but not limited to industrial, warehouse, office, research and development. Th erefore, the request is compatible with the existing land use classification . ~ Yes O No The proposal does ENHANCE or maintain the public health, safety and general welfare. REASONING: The proposal enhances the general welfare of the public, as the proposed zoning district will allow for the use of the property in the same manner as the area is already developing. 0 Yes ~ No The request is for a SMALL SCALE REZONING and should be evaluated for reasonableness REASONING: The subject property is immediately adjacent to Industrial z oning therefore this does not need to be evaluated for a small scale rezoning. Suggested Statement-of-Consistency (Staff concludes that...) The requested rezoning to Industrial is compatible with Harnett County regulatory documents and would not have an unreasonable impact on the surrounding community based on the Land Use Plan and adjacent Industrial zoning . Staff recommends that this rezoning request be APPROVED. Page 3 of 5 STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 460 Additional Information On March 6th, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval a revised application based on compatibility to the Land Use Plan and the existing Industrial zoning that adjoins this parcel. • 5 different area residents and 1 legal representative of an area family spoke in opposition . Concerns consisted of increased traffic, dust, noise, environmental/ soil/ water contamination, and overall site appearance. • After discussions, questions & answers, and more discussion, the applicant requested to amend the application to subdivide the 'leg' portion of the tract that is along Alphin Rd and create an access easement through the existing Copart business for the large tract. He also offered to place a deed restriction within the 4 acres • Planning Board agreed to amend the application, thus removing approximately 4 acres along Alphin Rd which would remain RA-30, and moved forward with a recommendation to rezone approximately 46 acres to Industrial. Site Photographs Subject property Subject property Existing PTO store Property across street Page 4 of 5 STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 461 Traditional Standards of Review and Worksheet The Planning Board shall consider and make recommendations to the County Board of Commissioners concerning each proposed zoning district. The following policy guidelines shall be followed by the Planning Board concerning zoning districts and no proposed zoning district will receive favorable recommendation unless: D Yes o ·Yes D Yes D Yes D Yes D No A. The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in appropriate complementary categories. D No B. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the individual or small group. D No C. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of the property involved.) D No D. There is convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change. D No E. The proposed change is in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning practices. 0 GRANTING THE REZONING REQUEST Motion to grant the rezoning upon finding that the rezoning is reasonable based on All of the above findings of fact A-E being found in the affirmative and that the rezoning advances the public interest. 0 DENYING THE REZONING REQUEST Motion to deny the rezoning upon finding that the proposed rezoning does not advance the public interest and is unreasonable due to the following: D The proposal will not place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in appropriate complementary categories. D There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the individual or small group. D There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of the property involved .) D There is not convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change. D The proposed change is not in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning practices. D The proposed change was not found to be reasonable for a small scale rezoning Page 5 of 5 STAFF REPORT 032017a HC BOC Page 462 . A?IPL!CATXON FOR ZONING CHANGE w a rn e tt Planning Department 108 E. Front Street C CL""( P.O . Box 6~. Lillington, NC 27546 Phone: (910) 893-7525 Fax : (910) 893-2793 Total Fee: Receipt: Permit: tfearing Date: Applicant Informatior:. Qwner of Record: Name: Jean D. Kenlan Revocable Trust Address : 753 Bnohtwat:ers Blvd Nf . __ City/State/Zip: St Petersburg, A 33704 E-mail: tc:~lanWiU!_ngt,arn@gman .com Phone: 7_27_-.867-2_0 _11 ______ _ Fax: Prop2rty Description PIN(s): _1515_-_11_-_6710.000_ Phone : Fax: Address/SR No .: 347 Afphjn Rd, Dunn NC ·-_ D1rec1lons from Lillington : 6etweel!__!J5 8. 301 C?f!' -~ ~ ~ Road extt Deed Boole: 2513 Plat Book: -- Existing Zoning : 0 Conservation 0 RA-20M 0 RA-20R [8RA-30 ORA-40 Ocommeroal 0 Light Industrial D Industrial 0 Office & lnst1 Attachments Page: ~26 Page: R~ested Zoning : LJ Conservation 0 RA-20M 0 RA-2DR 0 RA-30 D RA-40 0 Commercial D Light 1ndustna1 ~ Industrial D Offic.e & Inst1 Township : D (Ol) Anderson Creek ~ ( 02) Averasboro D (03) Barbecue D (04} Blade River 0 (05) Budchom D (06) Duke • Written description of property from recon:ied deed 0 (07) Grove 0 ( 08) Hectors Creek 0 (09) Johnsonville D c 10) Ultington D cu> Neill's Creek 0 (12) Stewart's Oeek 0 {13) UPJ)e' Little River • Recorded map of property at scale of not less than one ( 1) 1ncti = 200 feet o Explanation of why the zoning change is requested , addressinQ aoolicable oortions of Artlde XIV of the Zoning OrdinanCE S~ ~ P'f e f bci~ 032017a HC BOC Page 463 From: Larry Stripling [mailto:larry@stripling .net) Sent: Tuesday, February 21 , 2017 8:48 AM To: Jay Sikes <jsikes@harnett.org> Subject: Re : rezoning app Good morning Mr. Sikes, Copa rt has been in Harnett County for around 18 years and has growing pain 's. The reason we need the zone change is because this is the last direction we can expand for our future expansion . Without the extra land, Copart will be required to find a second location in the area . The land that we are asking to rezone is mostly back land and abuts land already being lease by Copart. We will leave a 100 buffer between the R30 zoning. This expansion should not require an cost to the county. No new entrance would be required . If you need anything else let me know. Larry Sent from my iPad 032017a HC BOC Page 464 z n ,J!.p $ ;f; . ~ ~ r g //I ~ 4:' c.',s, I J. I ~ ;~,~,~ . 'l Ji//j ~ $ ~ 6'0-If/Jct~ ~ ~ ¥ ~ ! K~-*'b ~ 1,h.:/11 ~ j --u.c. ":-.:::::--.-.~----/ ,~";/ 'i ~ ...__!MID> _,D(;" =.=:~:=· .. ·A· I'--<::/, :;~'If. ~ ~. ~ CURR~~~=OP[D / "..... ~~~,:gr. I . 5UDC .. ,_. S 8TU'JJ• t DUO~ ~E 292 21910 .,. I , . 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C-2~..l2 032017a HC BOC Page 465 July 1, 2016 -June 30, 2017 Front Desk -Check-in Aooointments Health Clinics Adult Women Wellness Clinic Harnett County Department of Public Health Activities Summary Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb 1033 1246 1326 1125 1054 908 1059 1049 2 1 1 3 0 0 2 1 Care Coordination for Children (CC4C) 206 187 228 240 230 264 230 271 Child Health -Sick Clinic 95 117 133 106 137 103 106 174 Child Health -Well Clinic 106 193 159 129 99 65 71 74 County Employee Health Clinic 144 145 150 116 141 165 177 198 Family Plannina 171 155 144 144 142 138 157 118 General Clinic-(BP, BS, Chol.,etc.) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Immunizations 213 293 471 1298 255 161 157 185 Maternity (Prenatal Clinic) 198 241 238 222 229 198 213 230 OB Care Management (OBCM) 306 298 275 286 280 296 292 293 Postpartum Home Visits 24 24 26 10 13 3 14 19 Refer/Reoeat Pao 1 2 2 1 1 2 1 3 STD Services 90 105 110 88 78 76 91 73 TB Services 169 205 219 132 145 75 143 135 Welcome Baby Home Visits 24 25 26 10 13 3 14 19 Total Services 1749 1991 2182 2785 1763 1549 1668 1793 Reportable Disease Cases Tuberculosis 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 HIV -(Quarter1y reoort) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 AIDS -(Quarterly report) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 SYPHILIS -(Quarter1y reoort) 2 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 OTHER STD's 38 27 13 11 16 16 20 28 Other (salmonella, campylobacter, etc) 3 2 3 1 1 1 3 1 Total Services 43 30 16 13 17 17 24 29 Health Education Outreach 230 419 385 781 263 277 387 445 Laboratory Clients 731 836 826 673 665 608 791 693 Laboratory Tests 1455 1604 1505 1272 1265 1224 1231 1313 HIV Tests 233 203 190 136 156 136 146 121 WIC Active Participation 3054 3114 3134 3084 3038 2954 2958 Vital Statistics -. ~ Births in-county "~~ '1---58 49 47 45 46 34 60 30 Births out-of-county ~ 122 99 128 92 112 113 99 85 Deaths -~ 46 52 41 57 72 63 73 39 Environmental Health # of Improvement Aoos Confinned 45 48 41 30 37 48 26 67 Number of Permits Issued 39 41 43 35 20 36 39 33 Number of Completions 36 34 24 33 38 20 25 36 Number of Existina Pennits 22 27 21 27 24 20 23 24 Repair Permits Issued 5 9 6 5 5 4 3 6 Permits Denied 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Food and Lodging Establishments lnspect'd/Reinspected 76 87 142 62 84 81 83 69 Visits / Critical Voliations Verfication 43 34 42 67 33 41 29 35 Private Water SuPolies Applications Received 1 3 1 13 2 4 3 1 Home Health Current Patient Caseload 78 74 70 54 50 45 37 34 Admissions 18 19 13 5 5 5 1 1 Discharaes 33 22 12 17 7 10 5 4 Skilled Nursing Visits Made 229 238 184 125 107 73 50 36 Home Health Aide Visits Made 11 6 20 5 5 0 0 0 Speech Therapy Visits Made 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Phvsical Therapy Visits Made 146 112 114 81 37 40 8 0 Occupational Therapy Visists Made 27 9 31 16 0 0 0 0 updated 0310812017 Agenda Item __ q_._ __ _ Mar Apr May Jun tt'oTAL AVG . 8800 1100 10 1.25 1856 232 971 121.38 896 112 1236 154.5 1169 146.13 0 0 3033 379.13 1769 221.13 2326 290.75 133 16.625 13 1.625 711 88.875 1223 152.88 134 16.75 0 0 0 0 15480 1935 1 0.125 0 0 0 0 4 0.5 169 21.125 15 1.875 0 0 0 0 189 23.625 3187 398.38 5823 727.88 10869 1358.6 1321 165.13 21336 3048 369 46.125 850 106.25 443 55.375 342 42.75 286 35.75 246 30.75 188 23.5 43 5.375 0 0 684 85.5 324 40.5 28 3.5 442 55.25 67 8.375 110 13.75 1042 130.25 47 5.875 2 0.25 538 67.25 83 10.375 032017a HC BOC Page 466 Agenda Item __ q_.__ __ _ BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the amendment be made to the annual budget ordinancE· Section 1. To amend the General Fun · Sheri follows : --EXPENDITURE --CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE 110-5100-420-60-46 Medical Supplies and Drugs 110-5100-420-43-16 Maint. & Repair Equipment REVENUE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE ., ,,1ty of~ r nett, North Carolina that the following : fisca · , arending .· ne 30, 2017 : >artrr ·,t, the appr iations are to be changed as -- /'MOUNT AMOUNT INCREASE DECREASE 700 700 AMOUNT AMOUNT INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To transfer funds to into the Sheriffs Medical Supplies and Drugs line to cover BY 2016-2017. APPROVALS: ~~%-b1 Department Head (date) County Manager (date) Section 2. Cop ies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of , 2016. Margaret Regina Wheeler, Interim Clerk to the Board Jim Burgin , Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 467 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 : Section 1.To amend the Comm u nity Development budget, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7201-465.58-01 Training and Meetings 200 110-7201-465.54-26 Advertising 200 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: Increase line item for advertisement requirements for the 2016 Essential Single Family Rehab Program. Advertisements will be reimbursed by NC Housing Finance Agency. APPROVALS : ~~?~/;? Department Head (date) County Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Cl erk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this ______ day of ______ _, _______ _ Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioner 032017a HC BOC Page 468 BUDGE T ORDINANC E AMENDME NT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Caroli na, th at the following amen dment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending Jun e 30, 2017 Section 1. To amend the General Fund , Solid Waste Department, the appropriatio ns are to be changed as foll o ws : EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 580-6600-46 1-43-16 Main/Re p a ir Eq uipment $6,000 580-6600-46 1-60-33 Materials & Supplie s $6,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To move money tor purchase of 40 yd containers APPROVALS : County M a na ger (date) Section 2. Copies o f this budget amendment shall be furni shed t o the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted __________________ _ Margaret Regina Wh eeler, C le rk to the Board Gordan Springle, Chairman Harnett C o unty Board o f Commission ers 032017a HC BOC Page 469 234-7411-465 -BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the Harnett County WIOA Dislocated Program Fund, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: AMOUNT AMOUNT EXPENDITURE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 234-7411-465.32-26 Incentives /Participants 200 234 -7411-465.58-14 Travel (Admin) 400 234-7411-465 .32-72 Supportive Services 900 234-7411-465.35-26 Participant Cost 300 234-7411-465.58-01 Training & Meetings 300 234-7411-465.32-73 Training Voucher (ITA) 600 234-7411-465.58-02 Training (OJT) 1500 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To decrease Incentives 32-26 -$200, Travel Admin -58-14 -$400, Supportive Service 32-72-$900 Part icipant Cost 35 -26 -$300 and Training & Meeting $300 . To increase 32-73 Training Voucher (ITA) -$600 and 58-02 Training (OJT) -$1500 to cover expenditure in the above line items. ~/6/17 Department Head (date) County Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction . Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commi ssi oners ~~I I 032017a HC BOC Page 470 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board o f the County of Harnett, North Carolina. tha t the following amendment be mode to the annual budget o rd i nance for the fisca l year ending June 30. 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Administration and Governing Body, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECR EASE 11 0-41 50-4 1 0. 11 -11 Car All owanc e $3.000 110-8800-490 .32-16 Continaencv $ 3,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: C ar allowa nce for Dep uty County Manager APPROVALS : Deportment Head (dote) w ~-/0 -17 County Manager (da t e) Secti on 2. Copies of this budget ame ndment shall be furn ished to th e C lerk t o the Bo ard . a nd t o the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their directio n . Adopted _________________ _ Margaret Re gina Wheeler, C lerk to the Board Gordon Springle, C h a irman Ha rn ett County Board o f Comm 032017a HC BOC Page 471 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina , that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the Transportation Budget, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-4650-410.58-01 Trainings & Meetings 27 110-4651-410.58-01 Trainings & Meetings 27 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXP LANATI ON: To in crease the tra in ings & meetings li ne in t he Cou nty's budget due to NCDOT's det ermination to not reimb urse for more that t he approved State hotel rate. APPROVALS : /fi?t:::~ '9~£ /? Department Head (date) c;:u~ !2-?'J-17 County ~ager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this _______ day of _______ _, 2017. Margaret Regina Wheel er Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 472 234-7407-465 -BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Govern i ng Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year end i ng June 30, 2017 : Section 1. To amend the Harnett County WIOA Youth Program Fund , the appropriations are to be changed as follows: AMOUNT AMOUNT EXPENDITURE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 234-7407-465 .12-02 Participant 17 ,000 234-7407-465 .58-19 Participant Travel 1700 234-7407-465 .60-33 Material & Supplies 227 234-7407-465 .32 -73 Training Voucher 17,000 234-7407-465 .35-26 Participant Cost 1927 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To decrease Participant Wages-12-02-$17,000, Participant Travel -58-19-$1700, Material & Supplies 60-33 -$227 . To increase 32-73 Training Voucher {ITA) -$17,000, 35-26 Participant Cost $1927 to cover expenditure in the above line items. ~ lRad1/14/17 Department Head (date) ~ ~ ;?--,J?-!? Co ~ager (d ate ) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to t he Board , and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of Margaret Regin a Wheeler Cl e rk to the Board Gordo n Springle, Chai rman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 473 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Cooperative Extension program, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE 110-7300-465-60-4 7 Food & Provisions 110-7300-465-58-01 Training & Meetings 110-7300-465-32-41 Leadership Development REVENUE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE EXPLANATION: Increase budget for training & programs. \ Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board day of AMOUNT AMOUNT INCREASE DECREASE 300 150 150 AMOUNT AMOUNT INCREASE DECREASE Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Comm issioners 032017a HC BOC Page 474 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30. 201 7 Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Solid Waste Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 580-6600-46 l -33-45 Contracted Services $15,000 580-6600-46 l -43-l 5 Repair & Moin/Buildinqs $15,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To move money for electrical services for convenience cent e rs for 3 phase power & compactors APPROVALS: ~~ ?~1)')-/'J ead (date} Fina ce Officer e) "I Count(~ger (date) ~:11,oq Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnistid to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted _________________ _ Margaret Regino Wheeler, Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 475 BUDGET O RDINANCE AMENDMEN T BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the followin g amendment be mode to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending Jun e 30, 2017 Section 1. To amend the General fund, So li d Waste Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION Of CODE INCREASE DECREASE 580-6600-4 61-33-45 Contra c ted Service s $5,0 00 580-6600 -4 6 1-55-12 Printinq /Bind ina $5,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION Of CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To move money for signoge a t Pond e roso and Campbell Convenience Sites APPROVALS : Se c tion 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be a n d th e Finance Officer for th eir direction. 2' ~ 2-~?-;') ote)11,22{2Dl l C~ty ~(dote) rnis h ed to the Clerk to th e Boord, and to t h e Budget Officer Adopted _________________ _ Margaret Regino Wheeler, Clerk to the Board Gordon Sp ri ngle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 476 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina , that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 ; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7600-441.41-11 Telephone & Postage $ 2,500.00 110-7600-441.58-14 Travel $ 2,500.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To move funds in Gen Adm to load postag e on th e mail machine . APPROVALS: ;#~ 2-~I)-/) ~ l l County ~ger(Date) SecHoa 2. Cop;es of th;s budget ameadment shall be furn;sh: ~~e Cleek of the Boacd , and to the Budget Office, aad the Finance Officer for thei r direction . Adopted this M argaret Regin a Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle , Chairman Harnett County Boa r d of Commission e r s 032017a HC BOC Page 477 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the Library Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-8100-450.30-04 Professional Services 30,000 110-8100-450.74-74 Capital Outlay 30,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To move funds out of Capital Outlay to Professional Services for the Library's feasibility study regarding the consolidation of Angier, Coats, Dunn, and Erwin branches. These funds will be used for our consultant, Karen Dash Consulting. Funds were originally added to Capital Outlay with budget amendment 256b. APPROVALS : ----l.£i....JI 11 <l~U/'-s -?-17 County Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board day of Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 478 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30 , 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Emergency Medical Services Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-5400-420.11-00 Salaries & Wages $1497 110-5400-420 .11-13 Salaries & Wages -Vacation Payout $1497 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To budget the transfer of fund s to Salarie s & Wages -Vacation payout due to employee resignation. ;.,, Jessica Fish -Resignation 2/22/17 APPROVALS: VJ 3-,-1'7 y,u::.__ __ _ Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment all be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this ___ day of ____ , 2017 . Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 479 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT al! IT OIOAINED by the Governing Boord ol the County of 11orne1t. NOJth Corolino. that the following amendment be mode t o fhP. a nnua l bUdgef ordinance '°' the fisc al yem ending June :iC . ?017 Section l . To amend the Admlnistroffon , the oppt'oJ)riotlons ore to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMIIER DESCRIPTION Of CODE INCREASE DECREASE I 10-71 0()-465 .60-33 Materials &. Suoolies $600 110 -7 lCl0-465 .60-47 Food & Provisions S600 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To cover a meeting with the Cornmission e rs and Towns to discuss Economic Development Projec t APPROVALS : Ou1,. 3 -?-17 ~er(dole) ~ J Clerk to the Board , a nd to the Budget Officer r~ -k.--~+u..) <,.._,y Dept Head {date) .J-) 3-r") Se cti on 2. Copies of this budget amendment sh Adopted --------------_____ _ Margaret Reg ina Wheeler. Cler1r: to the Boord Gordon Springle. C hairman Harnett Coun1y Soard o f Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 480 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30 , 2017 Section 1. To amend the, General Fund , Economic & Physical Dev, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE l l0-7100-465.26 -08 Worker's Compensation $1 ,000 l l 0-7 l 00-465.22-00 FICA $1,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To move funds to cover Workers Compensa tion for the remainder of the Fiscal year. APPROVALS : Dept Head (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendme nt shall be f Finance Officer for their direction. d to the C lerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Adopted ___________________ _ Margaret Regina Wheeler. Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 481 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, th at the following amendment be mode to the annual budget ordinance for the fisca l year ending June 30 , 20 17 Section 1. To amend the, General Fund , Facilities Maintenance, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-4700-410.21-05 Emolovee Clini c $1,000 110-4 700-410.22-00 FICA $1,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To move funds to cover Employee Clinic for the remainder of the Fisca l year. APPROVALS : Dept Head (date) @~ l-?-1? C ~.mM~er (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to th e Clerk to the Board, and lo the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted ___________________ _ Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Boord Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 482 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows : EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7600-441.60.33 Material & Supplies $ 1,000.00 110-7 600-441.60-46 Medical Supplies $ 1,000.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To move funds in the BT#613 program to utilize the funds available. APPROVALS: ~\\1 91Jhw2~ v Department Head (date) ~9~ 3-'7 -/7 C ~yM nagN (Date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to th e Clerk of the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Bo ard day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 483 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7600-441.60.33 Material & Supplies $ 807.00 110-7600-441.60-46 Medical Supplies $ 807 .00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To move funds in the HIV/STD program to better meet the needs of the program. ~vt-....,, l ''I -I:') untvanager (Date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk of the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 301; 032017a HC BOC Page 484 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 : Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Social Services Department, the appropriations are to be changed a·s follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7700-441.11-06 Comp Time Pay-Out 12,000 110-7700-441.11-13 Vacation Pay-Out 40,000 110-7700-441.11-00 Salaries & Wages 52,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To budget estimated compensatory and vacation benefit expenses. ~OVAIS: ~ ~2--;[7-/'l Department Head {date) i ~ 7-?~!') Conty Manager"'(date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this_ day of _____ 2 __ Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 485 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund , Cooperative Extension program, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7301-465.58-14 Travel 200 110-7301-465.58-01 Trainings and Meetings 200 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To increase the trainings and meetings line item to cover the cost of upcoming training and certification for Child Care Resources staff. 9f p-S-'?-!? County Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board day of Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners j!D i 032017a HC BOC Page 486 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 : Section 1. To amend the Public Utilities Department, 531, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 531-9000-431-30-04 Operating/Professional Services $7,060.00 5 31-9000-431-60-33 Operating/Materials and Supplies $7,060.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To increase materials and supplies for new software. APPROVALS: ~ -,L-9#~--=----=3=---____.:.~ -:-~17 Departm nt Head (date) (_}~ance O 1 .1~ikn County Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be iurnished to the Clerk to the Board , and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. 2 28 2017 Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board I 2017. Gordon Springle Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 487 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina , that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section l.To amend the Transportation budget, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-4650-410.11-05 Salaries & Wages/ Overtime $100 110-4650-410.11-06 Salaries & Wages/ Comp time Payout $250 110-4650-410.11-13 Salaries & Wages/ Vacation Payout $900 110-4650-410.11-00 General/ Salaries & Wages $1250 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To fund lines were an employee resigned and to balance budget for the remainder of the fiscal year. APPROVALS: 4'~ ~,~~ ~~3-P-(> ance O i er (date) ~blw Y) ~ty anager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this ______ day of ______ _, _______ _ Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Cha irman Harnett County Board of Commissioner 032017a HC BOC Page 488 234-7407-465 -BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30 , 2017: Section 1. To amend the Harnett County WIOA Youth Program Fund, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: AMOUNT AMOUNT EXPENDITURE CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 234-7407-465.58-01 Training & Meeting 900 234-7407-465 .22 -00 FICA Ta x Expense 900 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To decrease -58-01 Travel & Meetings$900.00 To increase 22-00 FICA Tax to cover expenditure he above line items. ~2-?-1'7 Department Head (date) inance icer (date)County Manager (date) ..S[~/Z>l 7 Section 2 . Copi es of this budget amendm ent shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction . Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wh eeler Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Bo ard of Commis sioners 032017a HC BOC Page 489 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by th e Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7600-441.33-45 Contracted Services $ 5,111.00 110-7600-441.33-50 Contracted Services-Miscellaneous $ 5,111.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To move funds to utilitze contracted services. APPROVALS : ~ 92-~ ;f,/17 Departme~te) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk of the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 490 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina; that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the Board of Elections Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows : ·--···-· EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT -- CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE I- 110-4300-410 .58-01 Training and Meeting $500 110-4300-410.58-14 Travel Admin $1500 110-4300-410.30-04 Professional Services $1000 110-4300-410.55-12 Printing and Binding $1000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE - EXPLANATION: The Board of Elections respectfully requests that the above appropriations are c hanged to move funds needed to correct a shortage of funds for a n upcomming Election Conference. APPROVALS : Adopted ~th.:..:.is"--------"d=a..._y"""o..:...f ______ .,__ ______ --' Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 491 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina , that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal yea r ending June 30, 2017: · Section 1. To amend the Emergency Telephone System Fund, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 240-5900-420. 7 4-7 4 Capital Outlay-Equipment $4,435 240-5900-420.41-11 Telecommunications & Postage $1,800 240-5900-420.33-45 Contracted Services $6,235 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : needed to cover the cost of Priority Dispatch maintenance. APPROVALS : ~f)/JJJJ+ Department Head (date)~-\--::\,-{2.o,, ~ 2 -?-17 o nty ~er (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board , and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board , 2017. Gordon Springle , Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 492 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the Co u nty of Harnett, North Carolina , that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ord inance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 : Section 1. To amend the Emergency Telephone System Fund, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 240-5900-420.43-16 Maint & Repair -Equipment $2 ,500 240-5900-420.58-01 Training & Meetings $2,500 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : needed to cover the cost of Dispatchers training APPROVALS : Department Head (date) 3 .,; ... ,·, ( ate) 3J"/ib\7 ~if r3 -?-/-; Cunty Manager (date) Section 2. Cop ies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board , 2017. Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commis sioners 032017a HC BOC Page 493 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Hornell, North Carolina, that the following amendment be mode lo the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 Section 1. To amend the Veterans Court Fund, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 253-4403-44 1 .41-11 Telecommunication & Postaae $31,348 253-4403-44 I .35-77 Veterans Court $18,652 253-4403-441 .33-45 Contracted Services $50,000 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To move funds lo meet the needs for the Veterans Court Grant awarded by Deportment of Heal t h & Human Services Substance Abuse & Menial Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Also to move Gayla Jones from Personnel lo Contracted Services . APPROVALS : Dept Head (dole) Section 2. Copies of th is budget amendment shall be furn ishe Finance Officer for their direction . ~ .3 --7-17 e) / outy ~r (dote) d G fQo11 lo the l1erk lo (he Boord, and lo the Budget Officer and the Ado pted ___________________ _ Margaret Regino Wheeler, Clerk lo the Boord Gordon Spring l e, Chairman Harnett County Board o f Commission ers 032017a HC BOC Page 494 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7552-441.58-21 Contract Travel $ 600.00 110-7552-441.60-49 Materials & Supllies-Site $ 600.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION : To move funds in the Elderly Nutrition program to purchase supplies . APPROVALS : ~ 9 t 0vvZ · 3n\1-i Department Head (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk of the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted th is Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 495 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 Section 1. To amend the Veterans Affairs Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7800-441.41 -l 1 Telecomunicatons & Postaae $500 110-7800-441.60-53 Dues & Subscriotions $500 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: Increased usage of Mailing Veterans Disability Claims due to Dept. Of Vet erans Affairs Requirements APPROVALS: ~/<.~ 3/.3}7 Dept Head (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall i~ 3-11-17 e (qate]) ~uajy ~r (date) ~, <;;; 2:) rJ e furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Offic er Adopted __________________ _ Margaret Regi na Wheeler, Cl erk to the Board C . Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 496 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governi ng Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Sheriff's Department-Communication, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE 110-5110-420-11-10 Salaries & Wages Holiday payout 152 110-5110-420-11-13 Salaries & Wages Vacation payout 1,940 110-5110-420-11-00 Salaries & Wages REVENUE AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE EXPLANATION: To transfer funds to cover termination payouts for 2016-2017. APPROVALS: flb~Uw ~~ 34/o Department Head (date) (d~te) ~~12o,, AMOUNT DECREASE 2,092 AMOUNT DECREASE Sect ion 2. Copies of this budget amendment sli II be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of , 2016. Margaret Regina Wheeler, Interim Clerk to the Board Jim Burgin, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 497 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Sheriff's Department-Detention, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-5120-420-32-48 Safe Keepers 16,500 110-5120-420-12-00 Salaries & Wages Part -time 16,500 110-5120-420-11-13 Salaries & Wages Vacation Payout 275 110-5120-420-11-14 Salaries & Wages Longevity 275 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To transfer funds cover for termination payouts and NC DOC Safe Keepers invoices for budget year 2016-2017 . APPROVALS: ~',,, ?,/-Jr 7 Department Head (date) er (date) 3JG/2Dt7 Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment hall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this day of , 2016. Margaret Regina Wheeler, Interim Clerk to the Board Jim Burgin, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 498 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the Soil and Water Conservation Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-6700-429-60-53 Dues and Subscriptions 414 110-6700-429-58-01 Training and Meetings 90 110-6700-429-33-45 Contracted Services 504 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE . EXPLANATION : Moving funds to cover needed copier costs to finish the fiscal year. APPROVALS : Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board day of Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commi ss ioners 032017a HC BOC Page 499 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the Development Services Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 194-7200-465-7 4-7 4 Capital Outlay-Equipment 21,000.00 194-7200-465-60-2 8 Operating-Computer Software 21,000.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To appropriate funds for computer software needed new software program TRACKIT for FY 2016-2017. ~,e::t.~~.3~8/Z,17 0~ Depart nt ead (date) Finance Officer date)l !ounty Manager (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be~ ~1~ ~Jhe Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board day of Jim Burgin , Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 500 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7600-441.41-11 Telephone & Postage $ 55.00 110-7600-441.58-14 Travel $ 55.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To move funds in WIC-Gen Adm to cover travel needs of employees. APPROVALS: ~ 9t~ .31•\I' Department Head (date) ~ .}-P:·/'/ mi;;yMnag7r (Date) te) l 3 8 /11 Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk of the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 501 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the Legal Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-4155-410.58-14 Tra vel Admin $250.00 110-4155-410.64-25 Books & Publications $250.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE EXPLANATION: To increase Travel Adm in for future travel costs due to hearing and trial dates in current cases. APPROVALS : u_;_,J?..~~ n~partme ~ad (date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board day of Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 502 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina, that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017; Section 1 . To amend the General Fund, Health Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE 110-7510-441.58-01 Training $ 250.00 110-75 10-441.58-14 Travel $ 250.00 REVENUE AMOUNT AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE DECREASE . EXPLANATION: To move funds in the RSVP program for staff to attend training. APPROVALS: ~ 9 t 0w2. .1.11/17 ~5-17-/1) Department Head (date) County Manage r (Date) Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk of the Board , and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board day of ,2017 Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 503 BUDGET ORDINANCE AMENDMENT BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Board of the County of Harnett, North Carolina that the following amendment be made to the annual budget ordinance for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017: Section 1. To amend the General Fund, Emergency Services Department, the appropriations are to be changed as follows: EXPENDITURE AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE 110-5300.420.33-45 Contracted Services 110-5300.420.55-12 Printing & Binding 110-5300-420.60.31 Gas 110-5300-420.60-33 Materials & Supplies $3900 REVENUE AMOUNT CODE NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF CODE INCREASE EXLANATION: To budget the transfer of funds to Materials & Supplies for purchases of: ~ Drone supplies ~ Gas Detector (Fire Marshal Office) APPROVALS : AMOUNT DECREASE $1900 $1000 $1000 AMOUNT DECREASE rtment Head (date) . ance O i er ~datf) Count Manager (date) 3(13'( 2.01, Section 2. Copies of this budget amendment shall be furnished to the Clerk to the Board, and to the Budget Officer and the Finance Officer for their direction. Adopted this ___ day of ___ __, 2017. Margaret Regina Wheeler Clerk to the Board Gordon Springle, Chairman Harnett County Board of Commissioners 032017a HC BOC Page 504 032017a HC BOC Page 505 032017a HC BOC Page 506