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HomeMy WebLinkAbout082117mHARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Minutes of Regular Meeting August 21, 2017 The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, August 21, 2017, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, County Administration Building, 102 East Front Street, Lillington, North Carolina. Members present: Staff present: Gordon Springle, Chairman Joe Miller, Vice Chairman Barbara McKoy, Commissioner Abe Elmore, 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 7:00 pm. Boy Scout Troop 1776 led the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Howard Penny led the invocation. Chairman Springle called for additions and deletions to the published agenda. Commissioner Elmore moved to approve the agenda as published. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Commissioner Elmore moved to approve the following items listed on the consent agenda. Vice Chairman Miller seconded the motion, which passed unanimously 1. Minutes: August 7, 2017 Regular Meeting 2. Budget Amendments: 44 Sheriff Department Code 110-5100-420.32-27 Controlled Substance Tax 110-0000-399.00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated 50 Capital Reserve GGOVT Fund Code 194-5500-420.74-74 Animal Services 194-0000-399.00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated 7,422 increase 7,422 increase 25,000 increase 25,000 increase August 21, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 1 of 5 51 Cooperative Extension Code 110-7398-465.32-30 Family Consumer Science 110-0000-399-00-00 Fund Balance Appropriated 52 Airport Code 110-6500-406.43-16 Maintenance & Repair Equip 110-6500-406.43.18 Maintenance & Repair landscaping 110-0000-356.30-00 Reimbursement/Insurance claim 53 Emergency Services Code 110-5300-420.31-45 Disaster Expenses 110-0000-356.41-07 Natural Disaster 3. Tax rebates, refunds and releases 383 increase 383 increase 3,200 increase 2,146 increase 5,346 increase 96,589 increase 96,589 increase 4. Harnett County Board of Commissioners authorized, empowered and commanded the Tax Administrator to collect the taxes set forth in the tax records filed in the office of Harnett County and in the tax receipts herewith delivered to the Tax Administrator, in the amounts and from the taxpayers likewise therein set forth. This charge is for the 2017/2018 tax year. 5. Harnett County Health Director requested approval to establish the following fees: CPT Code Description Recommended Price S0281 Medical Home Program Mgmt Fee $150 (Postpartum Home visit) 11765 Ingrown Toenail Removal $105 J7298 Mirena IUD (5 year) $900 (340b pricing $235) J7301 Skyla IUD (3 year) $700 (340b pricing $235) 6. Proclamation Supporting Marsy's Law for North Carolina 7. Harnett County Public Utilities requested approval of write-offs for the second quarter of 2017 in the amount of $39,799.25. All of these accounts have been delinquent for more than three years. The facilitation of these write-offs is an important step in a continuing effort to effectively manage collections and bad debt. HCDPU is currently using the Local Government Debt Setoff Program and On -Line Collections, Inc. to help collect delinquent accounts. 8. Harnett County Finance Officer requested approval of an agreement to enter into an installment purchase financing with PNC at an interest rate of 1.82% for Finance/Human Resources Software and Courthouse Audio Visual Upfits in the amount of $1,902,953 for a term of three years and interest totaling $43,434.61. 9. Denied request to waive rezoning fees for the Williams Property on US 401 South. August 21, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 2 of 5 Chairman Springle opened the floor for informal comments by the public, allowing up to 3 minutes for each presentation up to 30 minutes. Penny Christman from Johnsonville listed improvements she would like to see at the Johnsonville Convenience Site. She also requested an update on the park and asked to be informed about future county clean-ups as soon as possible. Cris Nystrom of 391 Center Lane in Bunnlevel addressed the Board. He said he would like to see more citizens involved in their government. Johnathan Marchant of Raleigh thanked commissioners for adopting the proclamation supporting Marsy's Law for North Carolina. He said Marcy's Law is legislation that would provide equal rights to victims of violent crimes. Jennifer Marriner of 1161 Live Oak Road in Coats talked about the 2017 NC "Clear the Shelter" event. She also voiced her concerns regarding the Harnett County Animal Services and asked that a citizen be allowed to participate in the selection of the new Adoption Coordinator/Manager position. Dr. Lavonda Fowler of 1000 West Harnett Street in Dunn talked about animal rescue organizations and what they do. Vice Chairman Miller moved to approve the appointment listed below. Commissioner Elmore seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. HARNETT COUNTY COUNCIL FOR WOMEN Staci Campbell was appointed to serve on this Council for a term of three years expiring September 30, 2020. Commissioner Elmore said the Better Breathing Club of Harnett County is a good program at no cost. He said they show you some things you can do to breathe better. They meet the third Friday of each month from 10:30 am until noon at the First Choice Community Health Center in Lillington. Mark Locklear, Director of Development Services, petitioned the Board for a public hearing regarding Landowner/Applicant: Milton Enterprises, Inc. / Stephen Milton; 23.64 +/- acres; Pin # 0642-72-4441.000; From RA -40 to RA -30 Zoning District; SR # 1412 (Christian Light Road); Hector's Creek Township. Mr. Locklear said the site is currently vacant and as per the application, the intent is to subdivide this property for residential purposes. RA -30 requires less lot frontage than RA -40. He said public water is available and private septic tank will be utilized with surrounding land uses including vacant farmland and single-family residential uses. Mr. Locklear noted that on August 7, 2017 the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (4-0) to recommend approval based on proposed use of single family residential therefore maintaining the compatibility between RA -40 and RA -30. Mr. Locklear stated staff's evaluation as: - The IMPACT to the adjacent property owners and the surrounding community is reasonable, and the benefits of the rezoning outweigh any potential inconvenience or August 21, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 3 of 5 harm to the community. REASONING: The impact to the surrounding community is reasonable, as the requested rezoning district is similar in nature to the surrounding area. The requested zoning district is COMPATIBLE with the existing Land Use Classification. REASONING: The requested zoning of RA -30 is compatible with the overall land use classification of Medium Density Residential, as well as within the Compatibility Development Target area. The MDR land use class could have lot densities that range from 2-5 units per acre and have areas of existing utilities. The Compatibility Development Target areas are based on potential utility availability and flexibility with lot sizes. 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. This request is NOT for a SMALL SCALE REZONING and should not be evaluated for reasonableness. 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 not need to be considered a Small Scale Rezoning. Suggested Statement -of -Consistency: Staff concludes the requested rezoning to RA -30 would not have an unreasonable impact on the surrounding community and will maintain the public health, safety, and general welfare based on the existing residential uses as well as the County's Land Use Plan. It is recommended that this rezoning request be approved. Chairman Springle called to order a public hearing on the matter and opened the meeting for comments from the public. Seeing no one move, Chairman Springle closed the public hearing. Commissioner Elmore moved to approve the rezoning as presented. Commissioner McKoy seconded the motion that passed unanimously. Treasurer Tom Steves presented the Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club annual report. Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club is a 501(C)3 tax-exempt corporation who leases land from the County. The Club's mission is to preserve southern agricultural heritage through restoration and display of antique farm equipment at work, and to provide fun and educational family activities for North Carolinians of all ages. Mr. Steves reported some activities at Sandhills Farm Park including the 7th annual Swap Meet the 1st Saturday in October, the 9th Annual Sandhills Antique Farm -Show the 3rd Saturday in March, Ag Science Days increased to 4 per year to accommodate all Harnett County 5th graders, HC Bee Keepers Association classes and 5K Run. He noted club involvement in the community, which included a $1000 scholarship to a local high school student, FFA project, budgeting $1600 to send students to FFA Leadership Camp and FFA Recreation Camp at White Lake and the Club Benevolent Fund that helps local people in financial need. Mr. Steves also listed community activities supported with demonstrations and/or static displays by the Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club. Mr. Steves said they planted 30 Crepe Myrtle trees at the entrance of the Sandhills Farm Park. He reported future plans include a bathroom facility at the Farm Park, a museum for display of August 21, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 4 of 5 donations and extend pavement of Alexander Drive to Farm Park entrance. Mr. Steves also said their farm show draws approximately 800 attendees and 20-30 vendors with a gross income over $13,000. Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club President Alvin McArtan addressed the Board. He spoke of Club Founder Bruce Davis who recently passed away. Mr. McArtan said the Club's lease with the County is coming up for renewal in January and they would like to extend their lease for an additional 10 years as soon as possible. Mr. McArtan thanked the County for their support of the Club's endeavors. Club members Ronald Thomas and Craig Senter were also present. It was the consensus of the Board for staff to draft a new lease agreement with Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club as soon as possible. Mr. Jeffries presented the following: - Interdepartmental Budget Amendments There was no new business. There was no need for closed session. Commissioner Elmore moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:36 pm. Commissioner Penny seconded the motion that passed unanimous tomMrs/0 o`r ;7m * art Regina at4 eeler, Clerk August 21, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Harnett County Board of Commissioners Page 5 of 5