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WORK SESSION AGENDA
Date: Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Commissioners Meeting Room Harnett County Resource Center & Library 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
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1. Call to order – Chairman Lewis Weatherspoon
2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation – Commissioner Mark Johnson
3. Discussion of Board’s Legislative Priorities for FY 2022, Brian Haney, Assistant County Manager
4. Discuss and consider recommendation on HR Jetport Fuel Purchasing Contract, Brent Trout, County Manager ***please note: The Harnett County Board of Commissioners may consider a vote on this item***
5. Discussion of Electronic Signature Policy, Ira Hall, Chief Information Officer and Thomas Royer, Assistant Staff Attorney
6. Discussion of Lease Agreements for 125 Alexander Drive Warehouse, Brian Haney, Assistant County Manager and Christopher Appel, Senior Staff Attorney
7. Discuss Sheriff’s Office request to rescind one of the reclassifications the Board approved on January 3, 2022 Board meeting and replace it with an alternative request to adhere to the Personnel Ordinance, Brian Haney, Assistant County Manager
8. Discuss proposal by third party to purchase real property owned by Harnett County and City of Dunn, Dwight Snow, County Attorney
9. Discuss request that Harnett County issue a Quitclaim Deed conveying certain real property to the W.A. Johnson heirs pursuant to a reverter claim interest, Dwight Snow, County Attorney
10. Discussion of the Capital Improvement Program, Lisa McFadden, Budget Director
11. County Manager’s Report- Brent Trout, County Manager
• February 7, 2022 Regular Meeting Agenda Review
• Review applications to serve on Boards and Committees
• Upcoming meetings and invitations
12. Closed Session
13. Adjourn CONDUCT OF THE FEBRUARY 1, 2022 MEETING
Live audio of the meeting will be streamed on the Harnett County Government’s YouTube Channel
at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7mTF6HTD65x_98EhAMeMg/featured.
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Harnett County FY 2022 Legislative Priorities – DRAFT
Assist County in Expanding Broadband Access to Underserved Areas (State)
Lack of access to high speed Broadband is a significant barrier to economic growth, and limits
educational opportunities and outcomes for residents. Broadband access has become even more critical
during the COVID-19 pandemic with more people teleworking and more students learning remotely.
Harnett County completed a Broadband Survey in 2019 and entered into a partnership with an ISP in
2020 to expand Broadband availability in Harnett County. Funding from the CARES Act allowed the
County to begin actively expanding Broadband access, and American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funding
provides a significant opportunity for Harnett County to make considerable progress towards this
priority by providing direct funding to the County as well as expanded grant programs through the State
and Federal government. The State budget did provide some additional flexibility to allow the use of
ARPA funds to partner with ISPs to expand Broadband in unserved areas, however we still do not feel
State law provides sufficient flexibility for counties to take full advantage of these opportunities.
Additionally, some of the County’s incumbent ISPs have limited the County’s ability to obtain funding
through available grant programs. We request additional statutory flexibility to allow broader use of
ARPA dollars to provide reliable high speed Internet to the county’s residents at an affordable price, as
well as fewer obstacles to the County’s efforts to leverage grant opportunities to expand Broadband
with less of a burden on County taxpayers.
Assist County with Economic Development Marketing Efforts (State/Federal)
Harnett County currently owns three industrial parks, which it is marketing for targeted business
development, along with a number of privately owned sites across the county. The County works with
EDPNC, the Research Triangle Regional Partnership, and others to increase awareness of these
properties. The County has seen varied success in selling these properties for industrial and commercial
use. We wish to make our legislators aware of Harnett County’s economic development efforts and
product, and ask for their continued assistance advocating for Harnett County and sharing information
regarding the availability of funding, grants, and other resources to enhance our ongoing economic
development marketing efforts.
Assist County in Creation of Economic Development Sites, Buildings, and Industrial Parks (State)
Harnett County is committed to the development and marketing of industrial parks to expand the
County’s economy and provide quality jobs for the county’s citizens. The County is currently seeking
additional properties in strategic locations for the purpose of developing sites to market for economic
development purposes. While land is available in the county for economic development, additional
amenities are necessary to make these sites attractive for industrial recruitment. We seek additional
assistance in developing sites for economic development to include utilities such as high-speed Internet,
natural gas, water and sewer, streets, power, and other necessary infrastructure. In addition, the
development of speculative industrial buildings has become necessary for communities to compete for
companies seeking a new location or expansion. We ask our State legislators to consider programs and
funding mechanisms that can help our communities take the next step in developing our business parks
to match the current business climate for how companies make location and expansion decisions, as
approximately 90% of new and expanding companies are seeking an existing building.
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Assist with Efforts to Expand Natural Gas Capacity (State/Federal)
Access to natural gas is a basic requirement for many businesses and industries. Despite population
growth in portions of Harnett County, the absence of natural gas has prevented the commercial and
industrial development that would normally accompany this growth. An example of this is the N.C. 87
corridor and the County-owned Western Harnett Innovation Park, which is well-located and has
experienced substantial residential development over the last decade, but has missed out on
commercial and industrial growth, partly due to a lack of natural gas availability. We ask for assistance in
identifying opportunities to expand natural gas capacity throughout the county through public-private
partnerships.
Assist County with Expanding and Enhancing Harnett Regional Jetport (State)
Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) currently ranks 10th in the State for jobs supported and 6th highest for
economic output among General Aviation airports. The economic impact of HRJ is more than $190
million annually, according to the NCDOT Division of Aviation. Over the past decade, the County has
made significant investments upgrading and improving existing infrastructure, but we need additional
support to add the facilities that are necessary to meet the current level of service demand and to
facilitate additional economic growth in Harnett County and the surrounding region. Ongoing projects
include runway lighting rehabilitation, apron expansion, and design and construction of a new terminal.
The North Carolina Statewide System Plan and the ongoing Airport Master Plan have identified a
number of additional needs. Those include lengthening the runway from 5,005 to 5,500 feet and
widening it from 75 to 100 feet; adding T-Hangars and Shelters, and Corporate Hangars; replacing
current fuel facilities; and acquiring additional land for runway protection zones and hangar expansion.
We ask for additional appropriations to help the County continue the progress currently being made at
the Jetport to fully realize its potential as a critical economic engine for Harnett County.
Support Four-Lane Highways into Wake County (State)
Harnett County does not have a four-lane highway into Wake County, which is a significant barrier to
growth and economic development. U.S. 401 and N.C. 55 are natural candidates to be widened to four
lanes. The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) is conducting a high-level study of
U.S. 401 from Harnett into Wake County, and a project that will widen N.C. 55 to four lanes going into
Wake County and create a bypass around the Town of Angier (R-5705) has been funded and
construction is scheduled to begin in 2022. Due to rapid residential growth in northern Harnett County,
however, the widening of U.S. 401 is needed much sooner than currently project. In addition to these
projects, N.C. 55 needs to be expanded to four lanes north from where R-5705 leaves off at Jicarilla Lane
to Five Points in Fuquay-Varina, and south through the Town of Coats to U.S. 421 in Erwin. Neither of
these projects are currently funded. We ask for continued support and assistance in expediting these
projects and moving them up on the priority list.
Support Creation of Bypass around City of Dunn (State)
U.S. 421 is a major artery through Harnett County for commerce; however, travel slows considerably
through Downtown Dunn, especially at certain times of the day. The construction of a bypass around
Dunn that passes by Edgerton Industrial Park and the Food Lion Distribution Center would improve
travel through this area and enhance the appeal for commercial and industrial development in this area.
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A bypass has been considered in the last several years and there is a project designation with NCDOT (#
U-6052). We ask for assistance pushing this project forward as a priority for design and funding.
Support Expansion of CAMPO’s Boundary within Harnett County (State)
Harnett County is split between the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO), the
Fayetteville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO), and the Mid-Carolina Rural Planning
Organization (RPO). This split has made it difficult to obtain funding and support for priority
transportation projects across the county. The 2020 U.S. Census presents an opportunity to expand
CAMPO’s boundary further into Harnett County to include locations that are strategic for the county’s
continued growth and development. We ask for support and assistance expanding CAMPO’s boundaries
within Harnett County to include the Town of Lillington, Campbell University and Harnett Regional
Jetport.
Provide Assistance to Modernize Rural Roads to Accommodate Farm Equipment (State/Federal)
Agriculture remains Harnett County’s number one industry. Many of the County’s roads, however, are
not suited to accommodate modern agricultural equipment, creating backups and potentially leading to
accidents. This issue has been exacerbated by the County’s rapid population growth, which is leading to
increased traffic on rural roads. We seek support from NCDOT to assist in modernizing these roads to
better accommodate modern farm vehicles.
Appropriate Full Funding for the Federal Impact Aid Program (Federal)
The Federal Impact Aid Program reimburses school districts for the loss of local tax revenue due to the
presence of the Federal Government. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Education
and funding is approved each year by Congress through the Labor, Health and Human Services,
Education Appropriations Subcommittee bill. Because the Impact Aid Program is not fully funded (and
hasn’t been since 1969), funds are distributed using a needs-based funding formula, which results in
Harnett County Schools receiving less funding per student than surrounding counties, and considerably
less than the school system would receive were the program fully funded. In 2020, Harnett County
Schools received $728,034.59 in Impact Aid Funding, but would have received $4,126,969.99 had the
program been fully funded, a difference of nearly $3.4 million. We request that Congress fully fund the
Impact Aid Program to address the impact of military-connected students on local school systems. The
National Association of Federally Impacted Schools (NAFIS) has also asked for increased appropriations
for FY 2022, and additional cosponsors for H.R. 5255, the Advancing Toward Impact Aid Full Funding Act,
which would provide a path to fully funding Basic Support and would also provide increases to Federal
Property and Children with Disabilities payments. A similar bill in the U.S. Senate is also anticipated.
Require Accurate County Assignment of Sales Tax for Delivered Goods (State)
Harnett County loses sales tax revenue due to vendors not properly designating the county location for
delivery of goods. A significant portion of the County has zip codes which are shared with surrounding
counties. The use of the five-digit zip code instead of the nine-digit zip code sometimes results in the
wrong county being credited for taxes when the delivery destination is in Harnett County. This is
particularly important when it comes to building materials being delivered to site for new construction
and residents shopping online. Harnett County is working to educate homebuilders and residents about
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this issue, however we seek State assistance, which could include requiring vendors to use a central
database maintained by the State, requiring use of the nine-digit zip code for reporting, or developing a
statewide addressing database.
Provide Additional Solutions to Assist with Funding Public Education (State & Federal)
Harnett County is among the fastest growing counties in North Carolina, and with that growth comes
additional demand for public services including the education of students. The County’s median home
value is $154,000 (Source: U.S. Census Bureau), which does not generate enough tax revenue to pay for
the services the home’s occupants will need. At present, more than 11,700 new homes are at some
stage of development across Harnett County, with more than half (approximately 6,000) located in
north/northwest Harnett County. This will create a significant burden on our school system. We request
assistance identifying a solution to help fund public education in the county.
Provide Funding to Help Counties Implement School Security Measures (State & Federal)
Few schools across the state were built with modern security needs in mind. The cost to modify schools
to address present-day safety concerns is substantial. Harnett County Schools included $1,914,450 for
school security and safety measures in their FY 2022 budget request. We ask for additional funding to
help make our schools safer places for teachers to teach and for students to learn.
Provide Communicable Disease Expansion Funding Beyond FY 2023 (State)
The State Budget includes $36 million in funding for local health departments to expand local
communicable disease programs to address the impacts of the COVID-19 public health emergency. The
purpose of these funds is to expand communicable disease surveillance, detection, control, and
prevention activities to address the COVID-19 and other communicable diseases. While these funds are
greatly appreciated, they are non-recurring funds that will be allocated in FY 2022 and 2023 only and
will expire at the end of FY 2023. Harnett County is projected to receive $206,561 in each fiscal year for
a total of $413,122. The Harnett County Health Department is concerned about identifying funding to
keep this program going after FY 2023, and seeks additional funding to extend the program beyond this
time period or the ability to use the appropriated funding beyond FY 2023 to continue this program.
Lower NCDOT Road Takeover Threshold to 60-65% percent Buildout (State)
When a property is developed into a subdivision, the County requires the developer to build the roads
to NCDOT specifications with the intent that NCDOT will assume maintenance of the roads soon after
most of the building is done. As it stands, NCDOT requires that 75 percent of homes in a subdivision be
occupied before the developer can petition to have the roads taken over. This sometimes results in the
developer pulling out of the project before the roads can be taken over, which creates issues for
homeowners in the subdivision. Harnett County Development Services requests that the threshold be
lowered and changed to 60-65% buildout and that occupancy not be a requirement since this is not
enforceable at the County level.
Expand Fire Prevention Grant Opportunities to include Counties (State & Federal)
Currently, State and Federal grant opportunities for fire prevention programs are available to fire
departments, departments that provide rescue services, and local law enforcement agencies. The
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expansion of the grants program to include county fire marshals offices would allow for additional
prevention programs to provide smoke detector installation in rural low income areas, purchase fire
safety trailers/equipment and hold community-related fire prevention programs.
Require Licensing and Permitting for Fire Extinguisher and Suppression System Installation (State)
Senate Bill 5 would require licensing and permitting for individuals and firms that install and service
portable fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems. Harnett County Emergency Services views this
as a critical public safety issue. Licensing and permitting of these operations would ensure a standard
and accountability for these vendors, and would provide business owners with confidence that their
systems have been installed by a qualified contractor.
Give School Systems Flexibility in Establishing their K-12 Calendars (State)
Allowing flexibility in establishing their K-12 calendars would give school systems the ability to align the
K-12 calendar with local community colleges, which would provide more opportunities for high school
students to take advantage of opportunities for higher education.
Increase Appropriation for ADFP Trust Fund (State)
The Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation (ADFP) Trust Fund provides payments to
families for placing conservation easements on their property while still allowing the land to be used for
agricultural and timber production. Due to limited funding for the program, projects have been turned
down or have been only partially funded. Harnett County Soil & Water Conservation District requests
increasing the annual appropriation to ADFP from $6 million to $10 million. The NCDA Farmland
Preservation Office believes this appropriation will better equip ADFP based on statewide applications.
Preserve Federal and State Block Grants for County-Administered DSS Programs (State)
The Harnett County Department of Social Services seeks the preservation of Federal and State Block
Grant Funding to allow DSS to administer programs considered to be vital to the community. The
department also asks for continued funding to allow the administration of these programs and that
shifting the responsibility for funding program administration to the County be avoided.
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MEETING DATE: February 7, 2022
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Electronic Signatures Resolution
REQUESTED BY: Ira Hall, CIO, Information Techology Department
REQUEST:
Harnett County Information Technology Department requests the adoption of the proposed
Electronic Signatures Resolution. This resolution permits county transactions signed
electronically to have the same force and effect as a manual signature according to the
validity requirements of NCGS § 66-58.5.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES
IN HARNETT COUNTY TRANSACTIONS
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Electronic Commerce Act (NCGS Chapter 66, Article IIA) all public
agencies, including local units of government, may use and accept electronic signatures under the Uniform
Electronic Transactions Act (NCGS Chapter 66, Article 40; and
WHEREAS, NCGS § 66-58.5 requires that a public agency request or require the use of electronic
signatures in order for agency transactions signed electronically to have the same force and effect as a
manual signature; and
WHEREAS, the County of Harnett desires to approve and authorize the use and acceptance of
electronic signatures in current or future County business transactions, to include, but not be limited to,
employment documents, county policies, contracts and purchase orders, so that the electronic signature
process will satisfy the validity requirements of NCGS § 66-58.5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that effective immediately, the Harnett County Board of
Commissioners hereby authorizes the utilization and acceptance of electronic signatures in County
transactions, including, but not limited to, employment documents, county policies, contracts, and
purchase orders.
Adopted this 7th day of February, 2022.
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
By: _______________________________
Lewis W. Weatherspoon, Chairman
ATTEST:
Melissa D. Capps, Clerk to the Board
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MEETING DATE: February 7, 2022
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Lease Agreements with Harnett County Schools and the Town of Lillington
for Portions of County-owned Warehouse at 125 Alexander Drive, Lillington
REQUESTED BY: Administration
REQUEST:
Administration requests approval of lease agreements with Harnett County Schools and the
Town of Lillington to occupy space in the County-owned warehouse located at 125
Alexander Drive, Lillington. The County acquired the property as part of the property
exchange approved on December 6, 2021, between the County, Harnett County Schools, and
the Town of Lillington.
As part of the property exchange, the County agreed to "enter into Lease Agreements which
shall lease the northern 1/3 section of the warehouse property to the (Town of Lillington) and
the southern 2/3 section of the warehouse proeprty to the (Board of Education) as Tenants
respectively for a rental amount of $1 per year."
The lease term with the Town of Lillington will be for one year, which will allow the Town
time to find an appropriate location for the items being stored in the warehouse. The lease
term with Harnett County Schools will be for one year with the option to extend until a new
Auxiliary Services Facility is constructed. Harnett County Schools has identified a location
for a new facility on school-owned property, and the project has been submitted to the
County as a future project in the Recommended 2023-2029 Capital Improvements Program.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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NORTH CAROLINA
LEASE AGREEMENT
HARNETT COUNTY
THIS LEASE AGREEMENT (“Lease”), made and entered into this ___ day of
______________ 2022, by and between Harnett County Schools (hereinafter referred to as
“LESSEE”) and the County of Harnett (hereinafter referred to as “LESSOR”).
WHEREAS, LESSOR owns the property located at 125 Alexander Drive, Lillington,
North Carolina 27546 (hereinafter referred to as the “Warehouse Property”); and
WHEREAS, LESSEE desires to lease a portion of the Warehouse Property until LESSEE
is able to construct a new Auxiliary Services Facility; and
WHEREAS, LESSOR and LESSEE desire to enter into this Lease for the purpose of
setting forth the respective rights, obligations, and duties of each party.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above-stated desires of the parties and such
other mutual promises and covenants as are set forth below, LESSOR and LESSEE agree as
follows:
1. Premises. LESSOR shall lease to LESSEE and LESSEE shall lease from LESSOR the
southern two-thirds partitioned portion of the Warehouse Property located at 125
Alexander Drive, Lillington, North Carolina 27546 (hereinafter referred to as the
“Premises”). The Premises are leased for LESSEE’s custodial and ground services
departments including storage of materials and equipment. In no event does LESSOR
grant any interest in any property for which LESSOR is not the record owner. In addition
to the leased Premises, LESSEE shall have access to the bathroom facilities located in the
warehouse property. LESSEE understands that the parking lot is a shared lot with
LESSOR’s other building located at 420 McKinney Parkway, Lillington, North Carolina
2546 and that such parking lot is used by LESSOR’s Emergency Services Department
and other departments for access and storage of equipment. LESSEE shall only be
permitted to use the parking spaces located directly in front of the Warehouse Property
and shall be required to immediately move any vehicles or equipment that impede the
Harnett County Emergency Services Department from accessing the adjoining property,
for the storage of its equipment, or for any deliveries made to property. LESSEE further
understands that the parking spaces in the parking lot are not reserved for LESSEE’s
operations and that LESSOR cannot guarantee sufficient parking for LESSEE’s
operations. LESSEE, in accordance with Section 12 of this Lease, may add additional
gravel parking spaces for use by its employees.
2. Term. The term of this Lease (the “Term") shall commence upon execution of this Lease
by both parties (“Commencement Date”) and shall terminate on December 31, 2022.
Upon the mutual written consent of both parties, this Lease may be renewed for
additional one-year terms upon the same terms and conditions until such time that
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LESSEE constructs a new Auxiliary Services Facility. This Lease shall automatically
terminate within thirty (30) days of LESSEE’s notice to LESSOR of the completion of
LESSEE’s new Auxiliary Services Facility.
3. Rent. The rent for the Term of this Lease and any extensions thereof shall be $1.00 per
year. LESSEE shall also be responsible for the costs of utilities, as defined in Section 15
of this Lease, for the entire Warehouse Property. All utilities shall be placed in the name
of LESSEE.
4. Title and Quiet Possession. LESSOR represents and covenants that LESSOR owns the
Premises in fee simple except as set out in matters of record. LESSEE assumes the
burden of conducting a title search or other investigation to its satisfaction. LESSOR
represents and warrants to LESSEE that LESSOR has the full right to make this Lease
and that LESSEE shall have quiet and peaceful possession of the Premises throughout the
term of this Lease.
5. Title Insurance. LESSEE, at LESSEE’s option and expense, may obtain title insurance
on the Premises.
6. No Waste or Nuisance. During the term of this Lease, LESSEE shall comply with all
applicable Laws affecting the Premises, the breach of which might result in any penalty
on LESSOR or forfeiture LESSOR’s title to the Premises. LESSEE shall obtain any
necessary governmental licenses or authorization required for the provision of LESSEE's
activities. LESSOR shall reasonably cooperate with LESSEE's efforts to obtain necessary
licenses and authorizations.
7. Assignment and Subleasing. LESSEE may not sublet the Premises in whole or in part
without LESSOR'S consent, and the making of any such sublease shall not release
LESSEE from, or otherwise affect in any manner, any of LESSEE’s obligations
hereunder. LESSEE shall not assign or transfer this Lease, or any interest herein, without
the prior written consent of LESSOR, and a consent to an assignment shall not be deemed
to be a consent to any subsequent assignment. In the event LESSOR should transfer its
interest in the Premises, LESSOR shall have no further duties or obligations hereunder
provided that the transferee agrees to assume all of the duties and obligations imposed
hereunder on LESSOR and upon such third party's assignment not to amend, modify, or
change in any manner whatsoever LESSEE's rights and obligations hereunder. Upon such
a transfer, LESSEE shall, for all purposes expressed herein and incidental hereto, accept
such transferee as its LESSOR hereunder. LESSOR may assign any or all rights, duties,
and obligations created hereunder without the consent of LESSEE, provided such third
party agrees not to amend, modify, or change in any manner whatsoever LESSEE's rights
and obligations hereunder and assumes without modification LESSOR's rights and
obligations hereunder. In all other circumstances, LESSOR shall first have obtained the
written consent of LESSEE, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld.
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8. Notices. Any notice, report, statement, approval, consent, designation, demand, or
request to be given, and any election to be exercised by a party under the provisions of
this Lease shall be deemed to be given and received three days when made in writing and
sent by United States certified or registered mail, postage prepaid, to the other party at the
applicable address set forth below:
LESSOR: Brent Trout
County Manager
Post Office Box 759
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
With copy to:
Senior Staff Attorney
Post Office Box 238
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
LESSEE: Harnett County Schools
Attn: Superintendent
1008 South 11th Street
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
9. Condition of Premises. LESSEE acknowledges that LESSOR does not warrant that the
Premises will be in a condition that would be safe for the provision of any of LESSEE’s
operations or storage of materials and/or equipment. LESSEE understands that the other
one-third of the warehouse property not included in this Lease may be leased to another
tenant or occupied by the LESSOR and that it shall be the duty of LESSEE and any other
neighboring tenant to control access between the partitioned portions of the warehouse
property. LESSEE shall be granted access to the other one-third portion of the Warehouse
Property for emergency purposes and for access to the electrical panel. If access to the
electrical panel is not for immediate need or emergency purposes, LESSEE shall contact
the other tenant prior to accessing that side of the property. LESSEE shall be solely
responsible for maintaining the Premises in a safe and secure condition at all times that
LESSEE occupies the Premises. LESSEE shall indemnify, hold harmless, and release
LESSOR from any and all claims related to the condition and suitability of the Premises
for LESSEE's use.
10. Maintenance of the Premises. LESSOR shall be responsible for the general
maintenance of the Premises including, but not limited to, the roof, flooring, stairs,
HVAC, electrical, fire extinguishers, windows, pest control, plumbing, parking areas,
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landscaping, exterior and interior walls, exterior and interior lights, sidewalks, and
foundation. LESSEE shall be responsible for the janitorial duties of the Premises
including the two restrooms located in the warehouse property and for any maintenance
of LESSEE installed improvements, fixtures, and equipment.
11. LESSEE Damage. LESSEE shall be responsible for the costs to replace or repair any
damage caused to the Premises, Warehouse Property, or grounds by the negligence or
willful misconduct of LESSEE, its agents, employees, volunteers, members, and invitees.
LESSEE shall reimburse LESSOR for the costs of to replace or repair any such damage
within 30 days upon written demand by LESSOR.
12. LESSEE Improvements. LESSEE shall have the right to make such improvements on
the Premises as depicted on the floor plan attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated
herein by reference for operations of the custodial and ground service departments and
for the storage of its materials and equipment. LESSEE shall obtain with written approval
of LESSOR for the installation of these improvements as or for any subsequent
improvements . LESSEE shall also have the right to install fencing around the perimeter
of the Warehouse Property grounds and install new access drives and parking as depicted
on the map attached hereto as Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference with the
prior written approval of LESSOR. LESSOR's approval for all improvements shall not be
unreasonably withheld. LESSEE shall be solely responsible for the cost of any required
work and shall ensure that HCS obtains all necessary permits and approvals and that such
improvements comply with applicable codes, regulations, and requirements. However,
LESSEE shall not destroy, remove, or make any improvements or changes to the
Premises which would adversely impact the market value of the Premises or LESSOR’s
ability to use the Premises upon the termination of this Lease without the prior written
permission of the LESSOR. Upon termination, LESSEE improvements shall become the
property of LESSOR unless LESSOR requests the removal of such improvements.
During the term of this Lease, LESSEE shall maintain the Premises in a safe, clean, and
neat condition. Upon termination of this Lease, LESSOR shall take possession and
ownership of all improvements to the Premises, except for LESSEE’s personal property.
LESSOR may inspect any installation or other work performed on the Premises.
To the extent that any repairs or changes are occasioned by (a) the acts of LESSEE, its
agents, servants, employees, contractors, or invitees; (b) a defect or malfunction in
LESSEE's materials, equipment, or any attachments thereto; (c) a safety hazard, or
violation of any applicable statute, rule, regulation, order, directive, or standard relating
thereto, in or caused by LESSEE's property; (d) any changes or improvements to the
Premises requested or made by LESSEE; or (e) any violation or breach of any provision
of this Lease by LESSEE or anyone acting under it; then LESSOR may make any
required repairs at the expense of LESSEE. LESSEE shall reimburse LESSOR within 30
days upon written demand for any such expenses incurred by LESSOR.
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13. Right of Entry. LESSOR may enter the Premises immediately, and without notice to
LESSEE in the event of emergency repairs to the Premises. In all other circumstances,
LESSOR may enter the Premises for inspection, but will provide Lessee with 24 hours’
notice of its intention to enter the Premises, and will not interfere with LESSEE’s
business operations during entry of the Premises.
14. Operating Expense. LESSEE shall be responsible for arranging for the installation and
operation of internet service, phone service, security systems, and other such services
required for the use of the Premises by LESSEE and shall pay directly to the supplier
thereof all charges, fees, or assessments for installation, connection, operation, and use of
such services. All such installation shall receive the written approval of LESSOR, which
shall not be unreasonably withheld, and LESSEE shall notify and coordinate with
LESSOR’s IT Department staff prior to installation of any cables, fiber, phone lines,
cameras, servers, and any other equipment. If LESSEE installs any security equipment in
the Premises, LESSEE shall provide LESSOR with access codes and/or provide for
immediate entry to the Premises to enable LESSOR to make any emergency repairs to
protect the Premises from damage or destruction. LESSEE shall fully and promptly pay
for all services furnished to the Premises and used by LESSEE throughout the term of
this Lease, and all other costs and expenses of every kind whatsoever in connection with
the use, operation, and maintenance of the Premises and all activities conducted thereon.
15. Utilities. LESSEE shall be responsible for the costs of electricity, gas, sewer, water, and
trash collection for the entire Warehouse Property.
16. Signage. LESSEE is permitted to place or display signage on exterior doors, walls,
windows, or other locations on the Premises. All signs shall be in compliance with any
applicable laws, ordinances, and codes. LESSEE shall receive the written approval of
LESSOR as to the size and location of any such signage, which consent shall not be
unreasonably withheld. LESSEE agrees that any such signs placed on a door, wall, or
window shall not be painted but shall be in the form of a decal or other easily removable
form. LESSEE is responsible for removing all signs and displays upon termination of this
Lease. All signs shall be in compliance with any applicable laws, ordinances, and codes.
17. Securing the Premises and Entrances. LESSEE shall be responsible for securing all
doors, entrances, and access points to the Premises.
18. Government Compliance. LESSEE shall conduct its operations in compliance with all
governmental laws and regulations, including all applicable local, state and federal rules
and regulations.
19. Indemnity. LESSEE shall indemnify and hold LESSOR harmless from and against any
and all losses, liabilities, claims, lawsuits, judgments, and demands whatsoever
(including reimbursement of reasonable legal fees and costs) which may arise out of or be
caused by any act or omission or intentional wrongdoing of LESSEE or its agents,
employees, invitees, or contractors, or which may arise out of or be caused by the storage
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of materials and/or equipment, use of the Premises, construction or renovation activities,
maintenance, repair, storage of materials and/or equipment, or use of the Premises.
LESSOR shall not be responsible for any damage or injury to LESSEE’s property,
business, agents, employees, or invitees regardless of the cause of the damage unless the
cause of such damage or injury is the result of LESSOR’s negligence or willful
misconduct.
20. Insurance. LESSEE shall obtain and maintain in effect during the term of this Lease, a
policy or policies of property and liability insurance in sufficient amounts to cover the
costs of theft, damage, or destruction to LESSEE owned contents and injuries, including
death, sustained by any individual while on the Premises.
21. Events of Default, Termination. If LESSEE vacates or abandons the Premises or fails to
perform any other act or obligation as set forth in this Lease and for a period of thirty (30)
days following notice from LESSOR of such default fails to cure or commence
appropriate action to cure such default, LESSOR may terminate this Lease. LESSOR
may also terminate this Lease if state, federal, or local agency establishes any
condition(s) for occupancy of the Premises which LESSEE fails or refuses to perform.
No such termination of this Lease shall relieve LESSEE of its indemnification obligations
and any previously accrued liability and obligations under this Lease and all such liability
and obligations shall survive any such termination.
a) Upon termination or expiration of this Lease, LESSEE will surrender the
Premises to LESSOR in as good condition as existed at the commencement of the
Lease except for reasonable wear and tear and in accordance with the terms of this
Lease, or for damage due to causes beyond LESSEE'S control and without its
fault or negligence, or for damage, howsoever caused, to the extent LESSOR shall
have been compensated for such damage by insurance.
b) Upon any termination or expiration of this Lease, LESSEE shall promptly remove
its materials and equipment from the Premises without damage to the property of
LESSOR in accordance with the terms of this Lease. During the period of
removal of its materials and equipment, LESSEE'S right and obligations with
respect to access to the Premises shall be the same as those during the period that
this Lease is in effect, and until the completion of the removal of all such
materials and equipment.
c) If any personal property owned by LESSEE shall not have been removed from the
Premises within thirty (30) days following the termination or expiration of this
Lease, LESSOR shall have the right to sell the property in accordance with the
North Carolina General Statutes.
d) LESSOR's failure to enforce or insist upon compliance with any of the terms or
conditions of this Lease shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment by
LESSOR of any of such terms or conditions. No declaration of default by
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LESSOR under any provision of this Lease shall be deemed to impair or diminish
LESSOR's rights against LESSEE for any breach of this Lease.
e) LESSEE may terminate this Lease upon 30 days written notice to LESSOR
22. Condemnation. If the whole of the Premises, or such portion thereof as will make the
Premises unusable for the purposes herein leased, is condemned by any legally
constituted public authority, then this Lease, and the term hereby granted, shall cease
from the time when possession thereof is taken by the public authority. Any lesser
condemnation shall in no way affect the respective rights and obligations of LESSOR and
LESSEE hereunder. However, nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to limit or
adversely affect LESSEE's right to an award of compensation from any condemnation
proceeding for the taking of LESSEE's leasehold interest hereunder or for the taking of
LESSEE's improvements, fixtures, equipment, and personal property. The provisions of
this Lease governing LESSEE improvements and their removal shall be applicable
should termination occur due to condemnation.
23. Binding on Successors. The covenants and conditions contained herein shall apply to
and bind the heirs, successors, executors, administrators, and assigns of the parties hereto.
24. Access to Premises. LESSEE and its officers, employees, agents, contractors and
invitees shall have full access 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week to the Premises
during the term of this Lease.
25. Governing Law and Venue. This Lease shall be governed and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of North Carolina. Any action or proceeding arising under this
Lease shall be filed and heard in the Superior Court of Harnett County.
26. Entire Agreement. This Lease reflects the entire agreement between LESSOR and
LESSEE with respect to the Premises, and cannot be amended except by written
instrument subsequently executed by the parties hereto.
27. No Waiver. In the event that either party fails to enforce any obligation of the other party
under this Lease when performance is due, such delay or failure to enforce shall not
constitute a waiver of its right to seek full performance at any future time.
28. Mechanic’s Liens. LESSEE will not cause any mechanic's or materialman's lien to be
placed on the Premises, and LESSEE agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless
LESSOR from any such lien from a party claiming by, through or under LESSEE. If any
such claim of lien is placed on the Premises, LESSEE shall, within 30 days thereafter
regardless of whether or not it contests the validity of the claim upon which such lien is
based, post such bonds or take such other steps as may be necessary to remove such lien.
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29. Headings. The headings of sections and subsections are for convenient reference only
and shall not be deemed to limit, construe, affect, modify, or alter the meaning of such
sections or subsections.
30. Severability. Any provision of this Lease that is legally invalid, void, or unenforceable
shall in no way affect, impair, or invalidate any other provision hereof, and the other
provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, LESSOR and LESSEE have hereunto set their hands and
seal on this Lease Agreement the day and year first above written.
LESSEE:
HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS
_____________________________________
Name:_______________________________
Title:________________________________
LESSOR:
COUNTY OF HARNETT
___________________________________
Brent Trout, County Manager
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NORTH CAROLINA
LEASE AGREEMENT
HARNETT COUNTY
THIS LEASE AGREEMENT (“Lease”), made and entered into this ___ day of
______________ 2022, by and between the Town of Lillington (hereinafter referred to as
“LESSEE”) and the County of Harnett (hereinafter referred to as “LESSOR”).
WHEREAS, LESSOR owns the property located at 125 Alexander Drive, Lillington,
North Carolina 27546 (hereinafter referred to as the “Warehouse Property”); and
WHEREAS, LESSEE desires to lease a portion of the Warehouse Property; and
WHEREAS, LESSOR and LESSEE desire to enter into this Lease for the purpose of
setting forth the respective rights, obligations, and duties of each party.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above-stated desires of the parties and such
other mutual promises and covenants as are set forth below, LESSOR and LESSEE agree as
follows:
1. Premises. LESSOR shall lease to LESSEE and LESSEE shall lease from LESSOR the
northern one-third partitioned portion of the Warehouse Property located at 125
Alexander Drive, Lillington, North Carolina 27546 (hereinafter referred to as the
“Premises”). The Premises are leased for the storage of LESSEE’s materials and
equipment. In no event does LESSOR grant any interest in any property for which
LESSOR is not the record owner. LESSEE understands that the parking lot is a shared lot
with LESSOR’s other building located at 420 McKinney Parkway, Lillington, North
Carolina 2546 and that such parking lot is used by LESSOR’s Emergency Services
Department and other departments for access and storage of equipment. LESSEE shall
only be permitted to use the parking spaces located directly in front of the Warehouse
Property and shall be required to immediately move any vehicles or equipment that
impede the Harnett County Emergency Services Department from accessing the
adjoining property, for the storage of its equipment, or for any deliveries made to the
property. LESSEE further understands that the parking spaces in the parking lot are not
reserved for LESSEE’s operations and that LESSOR cannot guarantee sufficient parking
for LESSEE’s operations.
2. Term. The term of this Lease (the “Term") shall commence upon execution of this Lease
by both parties (“Commencement Date”) and shall terminate on December 31, 2022.
3. Rent. The rent for the Term of this Lease shall be $1.00 per year. LESSEE will not be
responsible for the costs of utilities, as defined in Section 15 of this Lease, for the
Premises. Utilities will be billed to the tenant in the other partitioned portion of the
Warehouse Property, or LESSOR if the space is unoccupied.
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4. Title and Quiet Possession. LESSOR represents and covenants that LESSOR owns the
Premises in fee simple except as set out in matters of record. LESSEE assumes the
burden of conducting a title search or other investigation to its satisfaction. LESSOR
represents and warrants to LESSEE that LESSOR has the full right to make this Lease
and that LESSEE shall have quiet and peaceful possession of the Premises throughout the
term of this Lease.
5. Title Insurance. LESSEE, at LESSEE’s option and expense, may obtain title insurance
on the Premises.
6. No Waste or Nuisance. During the term of this Lease, LESSEE shall comply with all
applicable Laws affecting the Premises, the breach of which might result in any penalty
on LESSOR or forfeiture LESSOR’s title to the Premises. LESSEE shall obtain any
necessary governmental licenses or authorization required for the provision of LESSEE's
activities. LESSOR shall reasonably cooperate with LESSEE's efforts to obtain necessary
licenses and authorizations.
7. Assignment and Subleasing. LESSEE may not sublet the Premises in whole or in part
without LESSOR'S consent, and the making of any such sublease shall not release
LESSEE from, or otherwise affect in any manner, any of LESSEE’s obligations
hereunder. LESSEE shall not assign or transfer this Lease, or any interest herein, without
the prior written consent of LESSOR, and a consent to an assignment shall not be deemed
to be a consent to any subsequent assignment. In the event LESSOR should transfer its
interest in the Premises, LESSOR shall have no further duties or obligations hereunder
provided that the transferee agrees to assume all of the duties and obligations imposed
hereunder on LESSOR and upon such third party's assignment not to amend, modify, or
change in any manner whatsoever LESSEE's rights and obligations hereunder. Upon such
a transfer, LESSEE shall, for all purposes expressed herein and incidental hereto, accept
such transferee as its LESSOR hereunder. LESSOR may assign any or all rights, duties,
and obligations created hereunder without the consent of LESSEE, provided such third
party agrees not to amend, modify, or change in any manner whatsoever LESSEE's rights
and obligations hereunder and assumes without modification LESSOR's rights and
obligations hereunder. In all other circumstances, LESSOR shall first have obtained the
written consent of LESSEE, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld.
8. Notices. Any notice, report, statement, approval, consent, designation, demand, or
request to be given, and any election to be exercised by a party under the provisions of
this Lease shall be deemed to be given and received three days when made in writing and
sent by United States certified or registered mail, postage prepaid, to the other party at the
applicable address set forth below:
LESSOR: Brent Trout
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County Manager
Post Office Box 759
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
With copy to:
Senior Staff Attorney
Post Office Box 238
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
LESSEE: Joseph Jeffries
Town Manager
Post Office Box 296
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
9. Condition of Premises. LESSEE acknowledges that LESSOR does not warrant that the
Premises will be in a condition that would be safe for the provision of any of LESSEE’s
operations or storage of materials and/or equipment. LESSEE understands that the other
two-thirds of the warehouse property not included in this Lease may be leased to another
tenant or occupied by the LESSOR, and that it shall be the duty of LESSEE and any other
neighboring tenant to control access between the partitioned portions of the warehouse
property. LESSEE shall grant access to the Premises for the neighboring tenant and
LESSOR for emergency purposes and for access to the electrical panel located in the
Premises. If access to the electrical panel is not for immediate need or emergency
purposes, a reasonable attempt shall be made to notify LESSEE prior to accessing the
Premises. LESSEE shall be solely responsible for maintaining the Premises in a safe and
secure condition at all times that LESSEE occupies the Premises. LESSEE shall
indemnify, hold harmless, and release LESSOR from any and all claims related to the
condition and suitability of the Premises for LESSEE's use.
10. Maintenance of the Premises. LESSOR shall be responsible for the general
maintenance of the Premises including, but not limited to, the roof, flooring, stairs,
HVAC, electrical, fire extinguishers, windows, pest control, plumbing, parking areas,
landscaping, exterior and interior walls, exterior and interior lights, sidewalks, and
foundation. LESSEE shall be responsible for the janitorial duties of the Premises and for
any maintenance of LESSEE installed improvements, fixtures, and equipment.
11. LESSEE Damage. LESSEE shall be responsible for the costs to replace or repair any
damage caused to the Premises, Warehouse Property, or grounds by the negligence or
willful misconduct of LESSEE, its agents, employees, volunteers, members, and invitees.
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LESSEE shall reimburse LESSOR for the costs of to replace or repair any such damage
within 30 days upon written demand by LESSOR.
12. LESSEE Improvements. LESSEE shall have the right to make such improvements on
the Premises as it may deem necessary for the storage of its materials and equipment with
the prior written approval of LESSOR. LESSOR's approval shall not be unreasonably
withheld. LESSEE shall be solely responsible for the cost of any required work and shall
ensure that all improvements comply with applicable codes, regulations, and
requirements. However, LESSEE shall not destroy, remove, or make any improvements
or changes to the Premises which would adversely impact the market value of the
Premises or LESSOR’s ability to use the Premises upon the termination of this Lease
without the prior written permission of the LESSOR. Upon termination, LESSEE
improvements shall become the property of LESSOR unless LESSOR requests the
removal of such improvements.
During the term of this Lease, LESSEE shall maintain the Premises in a safe, clean, and
neat condition. Upon termination of this Lease, LESSOR shall take possession and
ownership of all improvements to the Premises, except for LESSEE’s personal property.
LESSOR may inspect any installation or other work performed on the Premises.
To the extent that any repairs or changes are occasioned by (a) the acts of LESSEE, its
agents, servants, employees, contractors, or invitees; (b) a defect or malfunction in
LESSEE's materials, equipment, or any attachments thereto; (c) a safety hazard, or
violation of any applicable statute, rule, regulation, order, directive, or standard relating
thereto, in or caused by LESSEE's property; (d) any changes or improvements to the
Premises requested or made by LESSEE; or (e) any violation or breach of any provision
of this Lease by LESSEE or anyone acting under it; then LESSOR may make any
required repairs at the expense of LESSEE. LESSEE shall reimburse LESSOR within 30
days upon written demand for any such expenses incurred by LESSOR.
13. Right of Entry. LESSOR may enter the Premises immediately, and without notice to
LESSEE in the event of emergency repairs to the Premises. In all other circumstances,
LESSOR may enter the Premises for inspection, but will provide Lessee with 24 hours’
notice of its intention to enter the Premises, and will not interfere with LESSEE’s
business operations during entry of the Premises.
14. Operating Expense. LESSEE shall be responsible for arranging for the installation and
operation of internet service, phone service, security systems, and other such services
required for the use of the Premises by LESSEE and shall pay directly to the supplier
thereof all charges, fees, or assessments for installation, connection, operation, and use of
such services. All such installation shall receive the written approval of LESSOR, which
shall not be unreasonably withheld, and LESSEE shall notify and coordinate with
LESSOR’s IT Department staff prior to installation of any cables, fiber, phone lines,
cameras, servers, and any other equipment. If LESSEE installs any security equipment in
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the Premises, LESSEE shall provide LESSOR with access codes and/or provide for
immediate entry to the Premises to enable LESSOR to make any emergency repairs to
protect the Premises from damage or destruction. LESSEE shall fully and promptly pay
for all services furnished to the Premises and used by LESSEE throughout the term of
this Lease, and all other costs and expenses of every kind whatsoever in connection with
the use, operation, and maintenance of the Premises and all activities conducted thereon.
15. Utilities. LESSEE shall not be responsible for the costs of electricity, gas, sewer, water,
and trash collection for the Premises. All such utilities shall be paid for by the tenant in
the other two-thirds portion of the Warehouse Property, or LESSOR if the space is
unoccupied.
16. Signage. LESSEE is permitted to place or display signage on exterior doors, walls,
windows, or other locations on the Premises. All signs shall be in compliance with any
applicable laws, ordinances, and codes. LESSEE shall receive the written approval of
LESSOR as to the size and location of any such signage, which consent shall not be
unreasonably withheld. LESSEE agrees that any such signs placed on a door, wall, or
window shall not be painted but shall be in the form of a decal or other easily removable
form. LESSEE is responsible for removing all signs and displays upon termination of this
Lease. All signs shall be in compliance with any applicable laws, ordinances, and codes.
17. Securing the Premises and Entrances. LESSEE shall be responsible for securing all
doors, entrances, and access points to the Premises.
18. Government Compliance. LESSEE shall conduct its operations in compliance with all
governmental laws and regulations, including all applicable local, state and federal rules
and regulations.
19. Indemnity. LESSEE shall indemnify and hold LESSOR harmless from and against any
and all losses, liabilities, claims, lawsuits, judgments, and demands whatsoever
(including reimbursement of reasonable legal fees and costs) which may arise out of or be
caused by any act or omission or intentional wrongdoing of LESSEE or its agents,
employees, invitees, or contractors, or which may arise out of or be caused by
construction or renovation activities, maintenance, repair, storage of materials and/or
equipment, or use of the Premises. LESSOR shall not be responsible for any damage or
injury to LESSEE’s property, business, agents, employees, or invitees regardless of the
cause of the damage unless the cause of such damage or injury is the result of LESSOR’s
negligence or willful misconduct.
20. Insurance. LESSEE shall obtain and maintain in effect during the term of this Lease, a
policy or policies of property and liability insurance in sufficient amounts to cover the
costs of theft, damage, or destruction to LESSEE owned contents and injuries, including
death, sustained by any individual while on the Premises.
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perform any other act or obligation as set forth in this Lease and for a period of thirty (30)
days following notice from LESSOR of such default fails to cure or commence
appropriate action to cure such default, LESSOR may terminate this Lease. LESSOR
may also terminate this Lease if state, federal, or local agency establishes any
condition(s) for occupancy of the Premises which LESSEE fails or refuses to perform.
No such termination of this Lease shall relieve LESSEE of its indemnification obligations
and any previously accrued liability and obligations under this Lease and all such liability
and obligations shall survive any such termination.
a) Upon termination or expiration of this Lease, LESSEE will surrender the
Premises to LESSOR in as good condition as existed at the commencement of the
Lease except for reasonable wear and tear and in accordance with the terms of this
Lease, or for damage due to causes beyond LESSEE'S control and without its
fault or negligence, or for damage, howsoever caused, to the extent LESSOR shall
have been compensated for such damage by insurance.
b) Upon any termination or expiration of this Lease, LESSEE shall promptly remove
its materials and equipment from the Premises without damage to the property of
LESSOR in accordance with the terms of this Lease. During the period of
removal of its materials and equipment, LESSEE'S right and obligations with
respect to access to the Premises shall be the same as those during the period that
this Lease is in effect, and until the completion of the removal of all such
materials and equipment.
c) If any personal property owned by LESSEE shall not have been removed from the
Premises within thirty (30) days following the termination or expiration of this
Lease, LESSOR shall have the right to sell the property in accordance with the
North Carolina General Statutes.
d) LESSOR's failure to enforce or insist upon compliance with any of the terms or
conditions of this Lease shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment by
LESSOR of any of such terms or conditions. No declaration of default by
LESSOR under any provision of this Lease shall be deemed to impair or diminish
LESSOR's rights against LESSEE for any breach of this Lease.
e) LESSEE may terminate this Lease upon 30 days written notice to LESSOR
22. Condemnation. If the whole of the Premises, or such portion thereof as will make the
Premises unusable for the purposes herein leased, is condemned by any legally
constituted public authority, then this Lease, and the term hereby granted, shall cease
from the time when possession thereof is taken by the public authority. Any lesser
condemnation shall in no way affect the respective rights and obligations of LESSOR and
LESSEE hereunder. However, nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to limit or
adversely affect LESSEE's right to an award of compensation from any condemnation
proceeding for the taking of LESSEE's leasehold interest hereunder or for the taking of
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LESSEE's improvements, fixtures, equipment, and personal property. The provisions of
this Lease governing LESSEE improvements and their removal shall be applicable
should termination occur due to condemnation.
23. Binding on Successors. The covenants and conditions contained herein shall apply to
and bind the heirs, successors, executors, administrators, and assigns of the parties hereto.
24. Access to Premises. LESSEE and its officers, employees, agents, contractors and
invitees shall have full access 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week to the Premises
during the term of this Lease.
25. Governing Law and Venue. This Lease shall be governed and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of North Carolina. Any action or proceeding arising under this
Lease shall be filed and heard in the Superior Court of Harnett County.
26. Entire Agreement. This Lease reflects the entire agreement between LESSOR and
LESSEE with respect to the Premises, and cannot be amended except by written
instrument subsequently executed by the parties hereto.
27. No Waiver. In the event that either party fails to enforce any obligation of the other party
under this Lease when performance is due, such delay or failure to enforce shall not
constitute a waiver of its right to seek full performance at any future time.
28. Mechanic’s Liens. LESSEE will not cause any mechanic's or materialman's lien to be
placed on the Premises, and LESSEE agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless
LESSOR from any such lien from a party claiming by, through or under LESSEE. If any
such claim of lien is placed on the Premises, LESSEE shall, within 30 days thereafter
regardless of whether or not it contests the validity of the claim upon which such lien is
based, post such bonds or take such other steps as may be necessary to remove such lien.
29. Headings. The headings of sections and subsections are for convenient reference only
and shall not be deemed to limit, construe, affect, modify, or alter the meaning of such
sections or subsections.
30. Severability. Any provision of this Lease that is legally invalid, void, or unenforceable
shall in no way affect, impair, or invalidate any other provision hereof, and the other
provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, LESSOR and LESSEE have hereunto set their hands and
seal on this Lease Agreement the day and year first above written.
LESSEE:
TOWN OF LILLINGTON
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_____________________________________
Joseph Jeffries, Town Manager
LESSOR:
COUNTY OF HARNETT
___________________________________
Brent Trout, County Manager
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MEETING DATE: February 7, 2022
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Reclassification of Classification Assistant to Administration Assistant
REQUESTED BY: Harnett County Sheriff Wayne Coats
REQUEST:
Harnett County Sheriff Wayne Coats requests that the Board rescind its approval of the
reclassification request that was approved on January 3, 2022, for employee in position
number 1082 from a Classification Assistant (Grade 15) to an Administrative Assistant II
(Grade 21). The request had been to take the employee to the minimum of the new grade and
then give them a 10 percent salary increase. This request was made to adjust the employee’s
grade based on additional clerical duties they were taking on that had previously been done
by the Detention Center Administrator. The request would have taken the employee to an
annual salary of $45,773. When this reclassification was initially requested, Sheriff Coats
was not aware of the two-grade reclassification the Board was considering for all County
employees who had not been reclassified over the last two years.
In place of the previously approved reclassification request, Sheriff Coats asks the Board to
approve a reclassification of this position from a Classification Assistant (Grade 17,
following the reclassification approved by the Board to be effective January 16, 2022) to an
Administrative Assistant (Grade 19). Per the Harnett County Personnel Ordinance, the
reclassification would take the employee to the same place in the new grade that they were in
the previous grade, resulting in a salary of $47,831. This request will correctly align the
employee in the reorganization of the Detention Center civilian staff and adjust their salary in
accordance with the Harnett County Personnel Ordinance. Sheriff Coats requests that this
reclassification be effective January 16, 2022.
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COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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HARNETT COUNTY
Recommended 2023-2029
Capital Improvements Program
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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Readers Guide 6
Action Summary 7
Total Cost of Projects by Year 10
Funding Sources 13
Operating Budget Effects 15
Completed Projects 16
Projects:
911 Fund 17
Harnett County Sheriff’s 911 Dispatching Software Replacement 18
General Fund 20
Benhaven (former) School Renovation 21
Board of Elections Voting Equipment Replacement 24
Broadband Expansion Initiative 26
Central Carolina Community College – Parking Lot Resurfacing 28
Emergency (VIPER) Radios Replacement 29
Emergency Medical Services -– Cardiac Monitor Replacements 31
Emergency Medical Services -- Convalescent Transport Replacements
32
Emergency Medical Services -- Emergency Transport Remounts 33
Emergency Medical Services -- Emergency Transport Replacements 35
Emergency Radio System -- Northwest Harnett Emergency Radio
Tower Replacement 36
Emergency Services – Old Jail Demolition & Relocation of Building
Systems 38
Fleet Management and Replacement System 39
Harnett County Resource Center & Library and Department of Social
Services Addition 41
Harnett County Schools – Erwin Elementary School Replacement 43
Harnett County Schools – Johnsonville Elementary Phase 1 45
Harnett County Schools – Maintenance Fund 46
Harnett County Schools – New Northwest Harnett Elementary 48
Harnett County Sheriff – Capital Reserve 49
Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Security Intercom Replacement 50
Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Video Surveillance Upgrade 51
Harnett County Sheriff – In-Car Video Camera System 52
Harnett County Sheriff -- Records Software Replacement 54
Harnett Regional Jetport -- Airfield Lighting Rehabilitation 55
Harnett Regional Jetport -- Apron Expansion 57
Harnett Regional Jetport – Hangar Development 59
Harnett Regional Jetport – Master Plan Update 60
Information Technology – Fiber Extension 61
Parks & Recreation – Benhaven Park Redevelopment 62
Parks & Recreation – Cape Fear Shiner Park Phase 1 63
Parks & Recreation -- Parks Capital Reserve Appropriations 65
Parks & Recreation -- Greenway Trail Construction Capital Reserve 66
Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Phase 1 68
Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Phase 2 70
Parks & Recreation – Shawtown Park 71
Public Library -- Radio Frequency Identification Installation 73
Social Services and Commons Area Roof Replacement 76
Tax Office – Billing & Collections Software Replacement 77
Solid Waste 79
Solid Waste -- Bulldozer Replacement 80
Solid Waste – Northwest Convenience Center Relocation 81
Future Projects 83
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Harnett County 2023-2029 Capital Improvements Program Introduction
About the Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
The CIP is a long-term plan for funding the county’s major capital needs. It
shows how facilities, equipment, and other projects that cost $100,000 or
more could be scheduled and funded over the next seven years, beginning in
FY 2023.
It is important to state upfront that this is a PLAN, not a BUDGET, since a
budget controls the actual spending of allocated funds. While staff attempts to
be as accurate as possible, it is difficult to estimate project costs exactly,
particularly early in the planning process. Before funds can be spent, they
must be budgeted through the operating budget or, in most cases, through a
separately adopted project ordinance.
The same is true for operating costs, particularly for new facilities. As facilities
are being planned, staff attempts to identify operating costs, such as staffing
and utilities. The cost of these items depends on final square footage and
operational issues that may not be apparent until the facility is far along in
planning.
CIP Process
The CIP is a plan which is updated annually and may be modified at any time
to reflect changing conditions. A CIP is a systematic way of anticipating,
planning, and budgeting for major projects. The adoption of a CIP can improve
the credit worthiness (bond rating) of a jurisdiction.
Timeline for adoption:
• CIP requests originate at the department/agency level. Requests were
submitted on or before September 24, 2021. Staff provided support to
Harnett County Schools (HCS), which is still new to the county’s CIP
process. Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) is currently going
through a master plan update and did not submit any new CIP requests
for FY 2023.
• The Manager’s Office is responsible for reviewing new and existing
requests and recommending a proposed CIP to the Board of
Commissioners. The recommended CIP was to be presented on
November 9, 2021, but was postponed to February 1, 2022. During the
February 1, 2022, work session, Commissioners will review the
recommendation in detail and make changes.
• A public hearing is scheduled for February 7, 2022.
• The final action is adoption of the CIP is scheduled for February 21, 2022.
Overall Approach
As mentioned before, HCS and CCCC were new to the county’s CIP process
last year. The recommended pay-as-you-go projects funded from the general
fund increased significantly to address HCS’s maintenance needs. Overall, the
required annual contribution to FY 2022 general capital reserves increased
from $950,000 to $1,750,000, but to balance the operating budget, the annual
contribution to general capital reserves was reduced to $500,000. In FY 2023,
the contribution to general capital reserves will be reduced to $0, and the
recommended projects will be funded from capital reserves fund balance.
Property Exchange
On May 3, 2021, Harnett County, Harnett County Schools, and the Town of
Lillington finalized a joint resolution to exchange a number of real property
tracts. The joint resolution included a proposed framework for the exchange
that includes a number of properties in the CIP. Those include the STAR
Academy Gymnasium and the current HCS Custodial and Maintenance
Warehouse and land. On December 6, 2021, Harnett County, Harnett County
Schools, and the Town of Lillington approved a contract and agreement to
exchange a number of real property tracts between the three entities. The
agreement included several properties listed in the CIP. Those include the
STAR Academy Gymnasium (transferring from HCS to Lillington) and the
current HCS Custodial and Maintenance Warehouse and land (transferring
from HCS to Lillington with HCS storing those items in County-owned
warehouse space until a new facility is constructed). As of February 1, 2022,
several of the properties included in the exchange agreement are waiting on
surveys before they are deeded over to their designated owners.
Board of Education
The Board of Education has requested approximately $200 million (in today’s
dollars) in new facility requests. The county currently does not have the
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resources to pay for these facilities, so these projects are shown as future
projects in the CIP.
In April 2021, as part of its FY 2022 budget request, the Board of Education
presented a list of facility needs to the Board of Commissioners. The list and
how the CIP addresses these needs is as follows (per the Board of Education
document, costs shown below are estimates and do not include escalation or
maintenance-type requests):
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Category/Projects April 2021 Estimated Cost How CIP Addresses
Current Projects
Erwin Elementary School $31,400,000 Included as a funded project
Northwest Harnett Elementary School $38,100,000 Included as a funded project
Johnsonville Elementary School (Phase 1 - New Cafeteria, New Windows, Gym Renovation) $5,100,000 Included as a funded project
Tier 1 Projects (Immediate to 1 year)
Johnsonville Elementary School (Phase 2 - New Classroom Building) $6,100,000 Removed from CIP; ESSER funded
Gentry Educator Development Center $25,000 Not submitted as a CIP request
New School Transportation Facility $6,100,000 Included as a future project
New Custodial/Storage Facility $8,500,000 Included as a future project; Part of property exchange
South Harnett/Lillington Middle School (1100 seats, not incl. land) $44,000,000 Included as a future project
South Harnett/Lillington or Highland High School $80,000,000 Included as a future project
Tier 2 Projects (2 to 3 years)
Lafayette Elementary School Gym Renovations/New Cafeteria $5,100,000 Included as a future project
Highland Elementary School Addition (300 seats with cafe expansion) $7,471,000 Removed from CIP; ESSER funded
Overhills Elementary School Addition (300 seats with cafe expansion) $7,471,000 Removed from CIP; ESSER funded
Southwestern Harnett-area Elementary School $33,000,000 Not submitted as CIP request
STAR Academy Renovations/Replacement TBD Removed from CIP; Part of property exchange
Tier 3 Projects (4 to 7 years)
Buies Creek Elementary School Replacement $28,000,000 Included as a future project
Northern Harnett-area Elementary School $31,300,000 Not submitted as CIP request
North Harnett Primary Renovations TBD Not submitted as CIP request; ESSER funded
Wayne Ave. Elementary Renovations TBD Not submitted as CIP request
Tier 4 Projects (Beyond 7 years)
Western Harnett-area Middle School $50,000,000 Not submitted as CIP request—beyond CIP timeframe
Northwestern Harnett-area Middle School (land procured) $50,000,000 Not submitted as CIP request—beyond CIP timeframe
HCHS/THS/WHHS Renovations TBD Not submitted as CIP request—beyond CIP timeframe
Other School Renovations (school-by-school basis) TBD Not submitted as CIP request—beyond CIP timeframe
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As the list above demonstrates, there are significant future projects on the
horizon, namely school facilities and construction of a new housing unit at the
county’s detention center, which is projected to need an addition around 2030.
All these projects will require that the county issue debt to in order to fund
them. Harnett County already has a fairly high debt burden (figures below are
from the NC Treasurer’s 2020 Debt Analysis and do NOT include the Erwin
and Northwest Harnett borrowings of approximately $70.5million):
• The debt to appraised value ratio is 2.268%. The average ratio of
counties 100,000 to 250,000 population is 1.20%. The highest ratio in
the population group is 2.268%.
• Harnett County’s debt per capita (what each resident would owe if the
debt had to be repaid today) is $1,517. The average debt per capita
for the population group is $1,269. The highest debt per capita in this
group is $2,124.
The county currently contributes $11 million from the general fund to fund
existing and planned future debt. In addition, sales tax restricted for education
is accumulated for debt. The county should be judicious about issuing new
debt and work closely with Harnett County Schools to identify top priorities for
funding.
Harnett County Schools has received nearly $75 million under the Elementary
and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund: ESSER I:
$5,475,918; ESSER II: $21,462,482; ESSER III: $48,025,480. These funds
may be used for several specified purposes, including addressing learning
loss, closures, and mental health issues; making repairs/improvements to
facilities to minimize virus transmission; purchasing education technology;
improving air quality in buildings; and addressing unique needs of special
populations. Harnett County Schools proposes to use $43.5 million in ESSER
funds for facilities. The ESSER funds received by HCS will be used to
address multiple projects on the 2021-2022 School Facilities Needs List.
Recommended Changes
Recommended changes to the 2023-2029 CIP include:
• Harnett County Sheriff’s Office -- In-Car Video Camera System:
Using Asset Forfeiture Funds, purchase and install in-car video cameras
in 50 patrol vehicles. The Harnett County Board of Commissioners
approved this project in June 2021 [+271,113].
• Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Hangar Development: Construct
three corporate box-style 65x60 square-foot hangars to provide adequate
space to store larger aircrafts used by many businesses. The project is
recommended for FY 2025 [+3,008,976].
• Tax Office -- Billing & Collections Software Replacement: In FY 2023,
replace the current billing and collections software to reduce keying errors,
produce more accurate reports, and provide other efficiencies for the Tax
Office [+273,203].
Add Future Projects
• Board of Elections -- Facility Replacement: Construct a new facility, at
a location to be determined, to provide adequate space for daily
operations, board meetings, elections trainings and early voting. A space
needs study is recommended before this project moves forward.
Remove Future Projects
As noted in the list above, the following future projects will be addressed by
ESSER funds; therefore, they will be removed from the CIP:
• Harnett County Schools -- Johnsonville Elementary School Phase 2
Expansion & Renovation: Phase 2 includes constructing a 27,500-
square-foot building to replace the classroom space that was demolished
in Phase 1.
• Harnett County Schools -- Highland Elementary School Expansion:
The expansion includes constructing a 40,000-square-feet of classroom
space and expand the cafeteria by 2,000-sqaure-feet to alleviate severe
overcrowding.
• Harnett County Schools – Overhills Elementary School Expansion:
The expansion includes constructing a 19,500-square-foot addition of
classroom space to alleviate overcrowding and replace mobile units.
Other projects: The following project has been removed from the CIP and will
be approved in the operating budget.
• Tax Office – Reappraisal Fund: State law requires that funds be set
aside annually to cover the cost of revaluation of real property.
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The CIP includes both summaries of major projects, revenues and operating
expenses and detailed descriptions of each project, including justifications,
cost detail, funding sources, and impacts on the operating budget.
Assumptions
Generally, construction costs are inflated 6% per year. Staff also recommends
a 5-10 percent contingency for most projects.
Other project costs, such as equipment, and operating costs are usually
inflated by a factor of 3% per year, unless there is good reason to use another
inflationary factor (which will be noted).
Operating costs are generally inflated 3% per year unless costs are fixed by
contract.
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Readers Guide
Project Status
Project Budget:
The budget for the
project as
approved by
project ordinance
or as approved in
the FY 2022-2028
CIP.
Project Totals:
Totals all
expenditures and
revenues, even
those expended or
received in
previous years.
Totals operating
costs, but not
those spent prior
to FY 2021.
Project Element:
Expense
Funding Source:
Revenue
Operating Effect:
Impact on
Operating Budget.
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Action Summary Below is a summary of the status of projects in the CIP. Those that are shown as "approved" have already been approved by the Board of Commissioners, either in the FY 2022-2028 or by separate action and there is no substantial change in the project. New Harnett County Sheriff -- In-Car Video Camera System Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Hangar Development Tax Office -- Billing & Collections Software Replacement Approved-No Contracts Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) -- Parking Lot Resurfacing Emergency (VIPER) Radios Replacement Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Cardiac Monitors Replacement Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Convalescent Transport Unit Replacements Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Emergency Transport Unit Remounts Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Emergency Transport Unit Replacements Fleet Management and Replacement System Harnett County Schools -- Maintenance Fund Harnett County Sheriff -- Capital Reserve Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Center Security Intercom Replacement Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Center Video Surveillance System Upgrade Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Apron Expansion Information Technology -- Fiber Extension Parks & Recreation -- Capital Reserve Appropriations Parks & Recreation -- Greenway Trail Construction Capital Reserve Appropriation Parks & Recreation -- Shawtown Community Park Development Social Services and Commons Area Roof Replacement Solid Waste -- Northwest Convenience Center Relocation Approved-No Contracts (part) Benhaven (former) School Renovation Approved-Contracts Let Broadband Expansion Initiative Emergency Services -- Old Jail Demolition and Relocation of Building Systems Harnett County Schools -- Erwin Elementary School Replacement Harnett County Schools -- Johnsonville Elementary School Phase 1 Expansion & Renovation Harnett County Schools -- New Northwest Harnett Elementary School Harnett County 2023-2029 Recommended Capital Improvements ProgramPage 7020122 ws Pg. 59
Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Airfield Lighting Rehabilitation Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Master Plan Update Parks & Recreation -- Benhaven Community Park Redevelopment Completed Board of Elections -- Voting Equipment Replacement Emergency Radio System -- Northwest Harnett Radio Tower Replacement Harnett County Resource Center & Library and Department of Social Services (DSS) Addition Harnett County Sheriff -- 911 Dispatching Software Replacement Harnett County Sheriff -- Records Software Replacement Parks & Recreation -- Cape Fear Shiner Park Development Phase 1 Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Development Phase 1 Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Development Phase 2 Public Library -- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Installation Solid Waste -- Bulldozer Replacement Future Animal Services -- Animal Shelter Replacement Board of Elections -- Facility Replacement Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) -- Drainage System Repair Courthouse Shell-Space Upfit Fleet Maintenance Facility Improvement or Replacement Harnett County Schools -- Buies Creek Elementary School Replacement Harnett County Schools -- Camera Upgrades Harnett County Schools -- Custodial & Grounds Warehouse Replacement Harnett County Schools -- Electronic Door Locks Harnett County Schools -- Lafayette Elementary School Renovation Harnett County Schools -- Maintenance Projects Harnett County Schools -- New South Harnett Lillington Middle School Harnett County Schools -- New South Harnett Lillington/Highland High School Harnett County Schools -- Transportation Maintenance Facility Replacement Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Center Housing Unit Addition Harnett County Sheriff -- Evidence Storage & Crime Scene Processing Bay Harnett County Sheriff -- Generator Purchase and Installation Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- New Terminal Construction HVAC Control Upgrades and Standardization in Multiple Locations Parks & Recreation -- Anderson Creek Park Development (Future Phases) Parks & Recreation -- Boone Trail Park Development Parks & Recreation -- Cape Fear Shiner Park Development Phase 2 Harnett County 2023-2029 Recommended Capital Improvements ProgramPage 8020122 ws Pg. 60
Parks & Recreation -- Neills Creek Park Restroom, Concession & Maintenance Building Parks & Recreation -- Neills Creek Park Roadway Construction Parks & Recreation -- Northwest Harnett Park Development Public Library -- Mobile Outreach Vehicle Public Library -- Western Harnett Service Expansion Harnett County 2023-2029 Recommended Capital Improvements ProgramPage 9020122 ws Pg. 61
Total Cost of Each Project by Year
Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022 Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027 Totals
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
911
Harnett County Sheriff -- 911 Dispatching Software
Replacement
479,376 0 0 0 0 0 0 479,37600
479,376 0 0 0 0 0 0 479,376Total 911 0 0
General
Benhaven (former) School Renovation 656,795 45,737 0 110,050 0 0 0 812,58200
Board of Elections -- Voting Equipment Replacement 207,929 0 0 0 0 0 0 207,92900
Broadband Expansion Initiative 1,400,000 2,585,000 0 0 0 0 0 3,985,00000
Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) -- Parking
Lot Resurfacing
0 160,338 0 0 0 0 0 160,33800
Emergency (VIPER) Radios Replacement 0 0 0 0 2,745,883 0 0 2,745,88300
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Cardiac
Monitors Replacement
0 0 0 0 0 0 610,855 610,85500
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Convalescent
Transport Unit Replacements
0 223,854 86,457 0 91,493 94,011 96,530 792,95999,048 101,566
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Emergency
Transport Unit Remounts
192,562 85,106 0 0 95,935 0 0 586,5960212,993
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Emergency
Transport Unit Replacements
0 170,354 350,929 361,150 371,371 190,796 195,907 1,841,524201,017 0
Emergency Radio System -- Northwest Harnett Radio
Tower Replacement
764,374 69,175 0 0 0 0 0 833,54900
Emergency Services -- Old Jail Demolition and
Relocation of Building Systems
2,000 506,891 0 0 0 0 0 508,89100
Fleet Management and Replacement System 350,000 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 550,00000
Harnett County Resource Center & Library and
Department of Social Services (DSS) Addition
25,602,000 810,845 0 0 0 0 0 26,412,84500
Harnett County Schools -- Erwin Elementary School
Replacement
16,631,035 14,768,822 0 0 0 0 0 31,399,85700
Harnett County Schools -- Johnsonville Elementary
School Phase 1 Expansion & Renovation
411,807 4,688,193 0 0 0 0 0 5,100,00000
Harnett County Schools -- Maintenance Fund 0 1,441,415 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 11,241,4151,400,000 1,400,000
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Total Cost of Each Project by Year
Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022 Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027 Totals
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Harnett County Schools -- New Northwest Harnett
Elementary School
2,304,180 21,004,604 22,211,043 0 0 0 0 45,519,82700
Harnett County Sheriff -- Capital Reserve 2,744,489 86,102 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 5,980,591450,000 450,000
Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Center Security
Intercom Replacement
0 133,560 0 0 0 0 0 133,56000
Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Center Video
Surveillance System Upgrade
64,641 247,031 0 0 0 0 0 311,67200
Harnett County Sheriff -- In-Car Video Camera System 0 271,113 0 0 0 0 0 271,11300
Harnett County Sheriff -- Records Software
Replacement
139,632 0 0 0 0 0 0 139,63200
Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Airfield Lighting
Rehabilitation
61,231 1,582,746 0 0 0 0 0 1,643,97700
Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Apron Expansion 293,140 3,333,333 0 0 0 0 0 3,626,47300
Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Hangar Development 0 0 0 0 3,008,976 0 0 3,008,97600
Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Master Plan Update 163,603 250,754 0 0 0 0 0 414,35700
Information Technology -- Fiber Extension 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 230,750230,750 0
Parks & Recreation -- Benhaven Community Park
Redevelopment
0 139,000 0 0 0 0 0 139,00000
Parks & Recreation -- Cape Fear Shiner Park
Development Phase 1
826,964 0 0 0 0 0 0 826,96400
Parks & Recreation -- Capital Reserve Appropriations 1,150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 2,750,000200,000 200,000
Parks & Recreation -- Greenway Trail Construction
Capital Reserve Appropriation
65,000 0 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 765,000100,000 100,000
Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Development
Phase 1
410,461 0 0 0 0 0 0 410,46100
Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Development
Phase 2
95,982 0 0 0 0 0 0 95,98200
Parks & Recreation -- Shawtown Community Park
Development
0 130,450 0 0 0 0 0 130,45000
Public Library -- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
Installation
99,872 0 0 0 0 0 0 99,87200
Social Services and Commons Area Roof Replacement 0 299,880 0 0 0 0 0 299,88000
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Total Cost of Each Project by Year
Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022 Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027 Totals
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Tax Office -- Billing & Collections Software Replacement 0 0 273,203 0 0 0 0 273,20300
54,637,697 53,334,303 25,171,632 2,621,200 8,463,658 2,434,807 3,053,292 154,861,963Total General 2,680,815 2,464,559
Solid Waste
Solid Waste -- Bulldozer Replacement 428,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 428,00000
Solid Waste -- Northwest Convenience Center
Relocation
0 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 513,58100
428,000 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 941,581Total Solid Waste 0 0
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Funding Sources
The table below shows a summary of the funding sources for CIP projects by year. The major revenue sources are installment and other debt, capital reserves,
and grants.
Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022 Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027 Totals
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
911
911 Funds 154,173 0 0 0 0 0 0 154,17300
Transfer from Radio Project Cap Reserve 325,203 0 0 0 0 0 0 325,20300
479,376 0 0 0 0 0 0 479,376Total 911 0 0
General
Airport Capital Reserve 53,903 447,245 0 0 0 0 0 501,14800
Asset Forfeiture Funds 139,632 271,113 0 0 0 0 0 410,74500
Bond Premium 7,747,355 0 0 0 0 0 0 7,747,35500
Capital Reserves 322,698 2,938,087 2,110,589 1,871,200 4,452,398 1,684,807 2,303,292 19,328,4451,930,815 1,714,559
General Fund Fund Balance 1,400,000 600,000 0 0 0 0 0 2,000,00000
General Fund Operating Revenue 57,959 0 0 0 0 0 0 57,95900
General Obligation Bonds 15,314,321 35,465,606 17,211,043 0 0 0 0 67,990,97000
Grants, Gifts, Etc.1,109,672 11,696,089 5,000,000 0 0 0 0 17,805,76100
Harnett Regional Water 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 000
Installment Debt 20,145,978 999,022 0 0 3,008,976 0 0 24,153,97600
Interest 245,192 25,123 0 0 0 0 0 270,31500
Lottery Proceeds 731,680 0 0 0 0 0 0 731,68000
Parks Capital Reserve 867,471 269,450 0 0 0 0 0 1,136,92100
Sales Tax Refund 0 -213,300 0 0 0 0 0 -213,30000
Sheriff's Capital Reserve 64,641 380,591 0 0 0 0 0 445,23200
Transfer from General Fund 5,672,821 386,102 850,000 750,000 750,000 750,000 750,000 11,408,923750,000 750,000
Transfer from Radio Project Cap Reserve 764,374 69,175 0 0 252,284 0 0 1,085,83300
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Funding Sources
The table below shows a summary of the funding sources for CIP projects by year. The major revenue sources are installment and other debt, capital reserves,
and grants.
Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022 Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027 Totals
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
54,637,697 53,334,303 25,171,632 2,621,200 8,463,658 2,434,807 3,053,292 154,861,963Total General 2,680,815 2,464,559
Solid Waste
Solid Waste Capital Reserve 428,000 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 941,58100
Solid Waste Fund Balance 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 000
Solid Waste Operating Budget 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 000
428,000 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 941,581Total Solid Waste 0 0
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Operating Budget Effects
The table below shows the combined effect on the operating budget of the recommended projects for the next seven years. Operating effects include debt
service, increased operating costs, decreased operating costs, additional revenues, and appropriation of revenue necessary to fund the project.
Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
General
Debt Service 4,311,388 5,637,121 8,398,596 8,157,550 8,212,103 7,958,235 7,704,368 7,450,500 7,136,596
Decreased Costs -49,642 -161,186 -336,711 -312,961 -319,429 -320,335 -326,510 -331,502 -338,543
General Fund Operating Revenue 57,959 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Increased Operating Costs 435,374 549,439 686,783 783,739 731,966 744,748 753,831 773,570 794,469
Increased Revenue 0 -1,100 -2,100 -3,100 -3,200 -3,200 -3,200 -3,200 -3,200
Transfer from General Fund 6,046,919 3,771,705 3,597,341 3,224,138 3,187,454 2,688,734 2,688,734 2,586,925 2,275,433
10,801,997 9,795,979 12,343,908 11,849,366 11,808,894 11,068,183 10,817,223Total General 10,476,293 9,864,755
Solid Waste
Decreased Costs -12,000 -18,000 -22,500 -30,625 -2,500 -2,500 -2,500 -2,500 -2,500
Transfer from Solid Waste Fund 428,000 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
416,000 495,581 -22,500 -30,625 -2,500 -2,500 -2,500Total Solid Waste -2,500 -2,500
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Completed Projects
The following projects were completed as of June 30, 2021.
Project Name
Brief Description
Final Project
Budget
Final Cost
Completion
Date
Parks & Recreation
-- Cape Fear Shiner
Park Development
Phase 1
Phase 1 of the Cape Fear Shiner County Park, located at 350 Alexander Drive, Lillington
will be completed in October 2020. Amenities include two multiuse fields, two
baseball/softball fields, 3.5 miles of walking trails, canoe/kayak water access, river
observation deck, and park infrastructure.
$850,000 $826,964 11/2/2020
Solid Waste
–Bulldozer
Replacement
Replace a 2005 medium-sized bulldozer used daily in the Dunn-Erwin landfill located at 449
Daniels Road, Dunn. $400,000 $428,000 12/2020
Harnett County
Sheriff -- Records
Software
Replacement
Replace the records management system (RMS) software. The existing software has not
been upgraded in the past 20 years. The software includes incident and investigation
reports and management of evidence for the Sheriff’s Office. An upgrade will enable
deputies to access the software in the field through the use of smart phones and tablets
and provide other efficiencies for the office.
$139,632 $139,632
11/5/2020
Harnett County
Sheriff -- 911
Dispatching
Software
Replacement
Upgrade the County’s 911 Software to the latest version to improve emergency service
dispatch, to continue to receive support from the vendor, and to join the statewide
emergency services network.
$497,588 $479,376 3/31/2021
Parks & Recreation
-- Patriots Park
Development Phase
1
Develop Patriots Park, located on Ponderosa Road in the Johnsonville community. The site
is adjacent to the Ponderosa Convenience Center, located at 721 Ponderosa Road.
Phase 1 park amenities will include two open ball fields with backstops and walking trail.
Phase 2 will include a picnic shelter and playground.
$347,000 $410,461 5/5/2021
Parks & Recreation
-- Patriots Park
Development Phase
2
Develop Phase 2 of Patriots Park, located on Ponderosa Road in the Johnsonville
community by constructing a picnic shelter and playground in addition to the ballfields
under construction, which were requested by the community and expected to be complete
in late 2020. The site is adjacent to the Ponderosa Convenience Center, located at 721
Ponderosa Road.
$96,000 $95,982 5/5/2021
Board of Elections --
Voting Equipment
Replacement
Replace 22 voting tabulators and 22 Automark ballot marking devices purchased in 2006,
as requested by the Harnett County Board of Elections. $214,809 $207,929 5/17/2021
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Harnett County Sheriff -- 911 Dispatching Software Replacement Completed
Upgrade the County’s 911 Software to the latest version to improve emergency service dispatch, to continue to receive support from the vendor, and to join the
statewide emergency services network.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Software & Implementation 344,516 0 0 0 0 0 0 344,516362,728 0 0
Software Maintenance 134,860 0 0 0 0 0 0 134,860134,860 0 0
479,376 0 0 0 0 0 0 479,376Total Project Element 497,588 0 0
Funding Source
911 Funds 154,173 0 0 0 0 0 0 154,173222,674 0 0
Transfer from Radio Project Cap Reser 325,203 0 0 0 0 0 0 325,203274,914 0 0
479,376 0 0 0 0 0 0 479,376TotalFunding Source 497,588 0 0
The existing computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software is out of date. The software does not allow the 911 center to receive videos and pictures sent by text
message. The existing system does not accurately track vehicle locations, so that the closest responder can be dispatched. The vendor is no longer adding
features or upgrading the existing software. Meanwhile, the state is implementing a new statewide IP network for emergency services, but the existing CAD
software is not compatible with the new network. According to the state’s website on the project, the new network: “routes 911 calls based on the caller’s
location, as opposed to the wireless tower that received the 911 calls; delivers text-to-911 in a reliable way with the same priority as a 911 call; delivers video-to-
911; provides for 911 call load sharing among PSAPs during emergencies, so that when a storm overloads one PSAP, a neighboring PSAP can automatically
receive overflow calls; and provides accurate, reliable, and timely location information for 911 telecommunicators and field responders, especially for wireless
and other nomadic 911 callers.”
Upgrade the existing software to the latest version to keep data migration, setup and training as simple as possible.
• Do nothing: Failure to upgrade the software will mean the county cannot meet state and national standards for receiving 911 calls and will not be able to join the
statewide network. Since the vendor is no longer upgrading this version of the software, future support may not be available.
• Replace the existing software with a new CAD product: While a comprehensive evaluation of CAD systems had not been conducted, switching to an entirely
new system will require much more training and implementation services, a time-consuming process. The county would like to join the state network as soon as
the new software is implemented.
• Upgrade the existing software to the latest version. This alternative is recommended.
The 911 Center went live with new software on March 31, 2021.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
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There is no impact to the operating budget.
Operating Impact
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General Fund Projects
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Benhaven (former) School Renovation Approved-No Contracts (part)
Renovate the former Benhaven School campus, located at 2815 Olivia Road, Sanford, to allow for reuse by various county functions, an early college, and
community partner organizations. First, focus on stabilizing the roofs and HVAC systems to maintain current facilities and prevent further deterioration following
Harnett County Schools vacating the campus in preparation for renovation. Second, prepare site for use by early college and Parks & Recreation by demolishing
the cafeteria building and adding parking where the building once stood, and renovating the gymnasium and attached classrooms for use as an early college.
Finally, in a future phase, for which funding has not been identified, develop a more detailed scope and obtain cost estimates for the renovating of the remaining
buildings on the campus.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Architectural Design & Construction Ad 14,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 14,000000
Construction 495,927 45,737 0 110,050 0 0 0 651,714836,455 0 0
Furnishings & Equipment 146,868 0 0 0 0 0 0 146,868000
656,795 45,737 0 110,050 0 0 0 812,582Total Project Element 836,455 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 41,750 0 110,050 0 0 0 151,800143,572 0 0
General Fund Operating Revenue 57,959 0 0 0 0 0 0 57,959000
General Obligation Bonds 598,836 3,987 0 0 0 0 0 602,823692,883 0 0
656,795 45,737 0 110,050 0 0 0 812,582TotalFunding Source 836,455 0 0
Operating Effect
Debt Service 315,063 151,036 146,395 141,755 137,115 132,475 127,835 1,392,8380123,195 117,968
General Fund Operating Revenue 57,959 0 0 0 0 0 0 57,959000
Increased Operating Costs 60,488 40,057 49,970 51,262 5,289 53,954 55,356 431,449056,796 58,277
Transfer from General Fund 0 78,433 36,683 36,683 0 0 0 151,800000
433,510 269,526 233,049 229,701 142,404 186,429 183,191 2,034,046TotalOperating Effect 0 179,991 176,245
Harnett County Schools opened the new Benhaven Elementary School in fall 2018, and the former school has been vacant since that time. During the move, the
school system removed many of the window units which heated and cooled the buildings, leaving the buildings unconditioned. Parts were also removed from the
boiler in the main school building, leaving that building without heat. Leaking roofs have caused water infiltration, another source of mold growth and building
damage. The campus has become overgrown and has been vandalized.
After negotiations with the Board of Education, the former school was turned over to the County on September 25, 2019. Another tract was conveyed in October,
when it was discovered that it was not included in the original deed.
The community has expressed interest in saving and repurposing the old school. County staff developed and presented a plan for a community center with
dedicated space for Parks & Recreation and the Harnett County Public Library, along with satellite space for other County departments to provide services, and
Define Problem
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Benhaven (former) School Renovation Approved-No Contracts (part)
space that could be leased to partner organizations to provide additional services. Harnett County Schools has also expressed interest in locating an early
college on the site. The County engaged Ellington Design Group in FY 2019 to evaluate the buildings on the site and determine the scope of work needed to
bring the buildings up to code. A space program and feasibility study will need to be done to determine the full cost of the renovations.
The former Benhaven School campus is in an advantageous location to provide additional county and other services to residents living in the unincorporated
areas of western Harnett County. Residents in this part of the county have asked for more engagement from the county and members of the Benhaven
Community have expressed an interest in seeing the former campus reused.
The following buildings are available on the campus: Building 1: The main school building is 24,662 square feet and includes several offices near the entrance,
along with several classrooms and a large auditorium. Potential uses for this space include occupation by County departments and partner organizations – both
with permanent space for Parks & Recreation functions and a Public Library location, and space available for use by other County departments and partner
organizations for service provision. Preserving the auditorium has been identified as a key concern, since this is one of the largest assembly spaces in the
county. Building 2: The shop/media center building is 6,771 square feet. After the roof and conditioning issues are addressed, the building could be used for
storage for Parks & Recreation equipment to maintain the campus or to serve as a base for maintenance of sites around this part of the county. A portion of this
building could also be used as a meeting space or by a partner organization, however renovations are needed inside the building to remove shelves, replace the
flooring, and repaint the walls. Building 3: The preschool building is 4,670 square feet. The County is currently exploring the possibility of splitting this building off
from the rest of the campus and either selling it or donating it for use by another entity.
The gymnasium building (square footage unknown). Harnett County Schools would like to establish another campus of Harnett Early College in the gymnasium
and attached classrooms. The gym would be shared with Parks and Recreation for use outside school hours. Additionally, the site includes athletic fields, a
playground, and open space, which Parks & Recreation would like to use. A related project to rehabilitate the campus grounds for recreational use is included in
the CIP. Staff will need to evaluate condition and capacity of current septic system to determine whether existing capacity can accommodate planned uses.
Over multiple phases, develop the site to preserve most of the existing buildings and renovate them for a community center, branch library, parks maintenance
shop, early college, and other county and community uses. First, in FY 2020, 2021, and 2022 stabilize the buildings by conditioning them, repairing the shop roof,
replacing the library roof, providing a lock system, and establishing a presence on the site. Second, in FY 2021 demolish the cafeteria to provide adequate space
for parking. Third, in FY 2022 design and construct a new parking lot to add spaces and enhance access to the campus. Fourth, in the future, retain the services
of an architect to provide a building program and cost estimate for work needed beyond the code updates specified by Ellington Design. Funds for the architect
will need to be budgeted when the Board of Commissioners wants to move forward with the fourth phase. No funding is currently included for this future phase of
the project.
Do nothing: If nothing is done, the buildings will continue to deteriorate, eventually to the point they cannot be used or the cost of renovation will not be feasible.
The site will become overgrown and vandalism will likely continue, further damaging the buildings and creating a blighted area in the community.
• Demolish all buildings. This option defeats the purpose of the County taking ownership of the site and does nothing to address the community’s interest in
preserving and repurposing the buildings or departments’ interest in providing satellite offices.
• Put the property up for sale. While this could generate revenue for the County and eliminate the costs associated with renovation, it will also not address the
needs expressed by the community of providing additional services. The County will also lose control over the future use of the site.
A site plan for construction of a new parking lot on the site has been submitted to Harnett County Development Services and NCDEQ, and is awaiting approval.
The current schedule has the project being bid in March 2022 with construction taking place in Spring 2022 with completion anticipated by July. Harnett County
Schools has expressed plans to open an Early College in the gymnasium and attached classrooms in Fall 2022, and County staff are working to provide some
County services on the campus upon completion of the parking lot.
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
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There will be an increased operating impact for the Parks and Recreation Department and Public Library, as well as possible increased operating costs for other
departments that provide services on site. Additional operating costs for the campus will include electrical, fuel, water, and maintenance supplies. Some of these
costs could be offset by leasing space on the property to community partners and other organizations, or by selling the preschool building. $1.9M in general
obligation bond proceeds have been allocated for this project, but cost estimates have not been finalized for all the work. The debt service amount shown under
operating impact is for the full $1.9M.
Operating Impact
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Board of Elections -- Voting Equipment Replacement Completed
Replace 22 voting tabulators and 22 Automark ballot marking devices purchased in 2006, as requested by the Harnett County Board of Elections.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 207,929 0 0 0 0 0 0 207,929214,809 0 0
207,929 0 0 0 0 0 0 207,929Total Project Element 214,809 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 103,168 0 0 0 0 0 0 103,168214,809 0 0
Grants, Gifts, Etc.104,761 0 0 0 0 0 0 104,761000
207,929 0 0 0 0 0 0 207,929TotalFunding Source 214,809 0 0
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs 0 -26,587 -26,587 -26,587 -26,587 -26,587 -27,916 -216,6830-27,916 -27,916
Increased Operating Costs 0 0 26,081 26,863 27,669 28,499 29,354 199,843030,235 31,142
Transfer from General Fund 103,168 0 0 0 0 0 0 103,168000
103,168 -26,587 -506 276 1,082 1,912 1,438 86,328TotalOperating Effect 0 2,319 3,226
In 2006 the Board of Elections used state and federal funds to purchase 22 M100 voting tabulators and 22 Automark ballot marking devices from Elections
Systems & Software (ES&S). The machines have a useful life of 10 to 15 years and are nearing the end of this period.
While ES&S will continue to service and repair the voting machines, the company has developed new voting machines, which have been certified by the State
Board of Elections. Two other companies have been certified as well. As North Carolina counties replace their aging voter equipment, ES&S will likely change its
focus to the new products. In the future it may become difficult to service the county’s existing equipment if replacement parts can no longer be obtained.
Although, the Elections Office has not had any machine failures yet, ES&S is having to repair more issues such as replacing batteries, clock chips, scanner bars,
etc. The current vendor (ES&S) is still willing to maintain as long as replacement parts are available; however, the majority of counties are in the process of
upgrading or will be soon.
The Board of Elections requests that the county fund the replacement of existing voting equipment before it starts to fail. In order to move forward with
purchasing new equipment, the State Board of Elections requires that the county Board of Elections follow this process: 1) view a demonstration of the certified
voting equipment at a public meeting; 2) make a preliminary recommendation to the Board of Commissioners; 3) test the equipment in at least one precinct
during an election; 4) seek approval by the State Board of Elections after the test; and 5) make a final recommendation to the Board of Commissioners. The
Elections Director recommends completing steps 1 and 2 at the beginning of FY 2022 so that the Board of Elections can test the equipment in the October or
November 2021 municipal elections. The goal is to complete the process and have it ready for use during the 2022 primary election.
While the county can continue to repair existing equipment as long as replacement parts are available, the equipment is nearing the end of its useful life.
Because of the five-step process to obtain approval for voting machines explained below, the county should plan the purchase and cannot decide in a short
timeframe that it must be replaced. The State Board of Elections has certified three vendors. The local Board of Elections will hold a demonstration from these
vendors as a first step in its process to replace the existing equipment.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
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Board of Elections -- Voting Equipment Replacement Completed
This project is complete. During the 2020 general election, the Harnett County Board of Elections was awarded with HAVA funds in the amount of $104,761,
which was used to offset the price of the new voting equipment, saving the county and taxpayer dollars.
The Board of Elections completed the five-step process to acquire the new voting equipment.
Step 1- Demonstration: Virtual Demo March 10 and 11, 2021
Step 2- Preliminary Recommendation: Submitted to Commissioners on April 6, 2021
Step 3- Test the proposed voting system: Public Simulated Election on May 3, 2021
Step 4- SBOE Approval: May 13, 2021
Step 5- Adoption and Acquisition of New Voting System by County Board of Commissioners: May 7, 2021
The operating impact will be an annual maintenance contract/fee for the equipment.
Current Stage of Project
Operating Impact
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Broadband Expansion Initiative Approved-Contracts Let
Recruit and partner with a qualified service provider to facilitate the development of cost-effective broadband in Harnett County, with a focus on the underserved
and unserved areas.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Construction 1,400,000 2,585,000 0 0 0 0 0 3,985,0003,985,000 0 0
1,400,000 2,585,000 0 0 0 0 0 3,985,000Total Project Element 3,985,000 0 0
Funding Source
General Fund Fund Balance 1,400,000 600,000 0 0 0 0 0 2,000,0002,000,000 0 0
Grants, Gifts, Etc.0 1,985,000 0 0 0 0 0 1,985,0001,985,000 0 0
1,400,000 2,585,000 0 0 0 0 0 3,985,000TotalFunding Source 3,985,000 0 0
Broadband is not available to all county residents. With the coronavirus pandemic and greater use of Internet for school and work, now more than ever, our
residents and businesses rely on adequate broadband. The incumbent providers serve 70 to 80% of the County, but some Internet service is barely usable at 1-
5mbs. The federal guidelines state that 25mbs is the base standard to be considered high-speed broadband. Existing service providers have not expanded
broadband access to all rural areas. The county needs a service provider to expand and provide broadband access in unserved and underserved areas. Since
lack of broadband infrastructure is a significant barrier to economic growth, broadband initiative has been the Harnett Board of Commissioner’s top legislative
priority since 2014.
In November 2018, Harnett County launched a broadband survey that encouraged residents to provide feedback on their current broadband capabilities. The
county partnered with ECC Technologies, Inc. to conduct the online broadband assessment survey to determine the residences and businesses within the
county who continue to struggle with limited access to Internet services, with a particular focus on broadband availability.
Harnett County worked with local libraries and the county school district to ask residents and businesses to participate in this broadband assessment. This
assessment was created to verify availability of current broadband services in the county, to identify actual speeds available through the speed test, and collect
information on demand for services from residents and businesses across these counties.
Over 1,600 responses were received during the survey period with roughly 90% of responses marked as “complete” by the surveying tool. Only 10% were
marked “partial,” indicating the respondent abandoned the survey at some point. The survey indicated there is a clear and present need not only for access to
true broadband service but for provider choice that shows how critical it is to find a solution that benefits as many residents as possible. While 85% of residential
respondents stated they have Internet access at their home, only 32% are able to purchase the speed of service that they need. The primary reasons for
respondents without Internet to lack Harnett County Broadband Assessment service is that it is simply unavailable (62%), with service being too expensive the
second most common reason for having no home Internet (22%). Eighty-three percent of residential respondents without home Internet would sign up
immediately if service were available, while only 2% said they would not sign up for Internet service, and 62% percent of homes without Internet have someone in
their household who has difficulty completing homework. With North Carolina’s requirement for digital textbooks and assignments, this presents a significant
problem to Harnett County residents who either have no access to Internet services in their homes or who are unable to purchase the speeds they need. The
data suggests that there are areas within the county which do not have access to sufficient broadband speeds and other areas of the county which have
sufficient speed but no viable competitive option.
Define Problem
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Broadband Expansion Initiative Approved-Contracts Let
Recruit and partner with a nonincumbent company to offer broadband service.
• Do nothing. Over the past decade, our residents have asked the county for help in expanding broadband access. Incumbent providers have been reluctant to
expand access beyond financially feasible areas
• Release an RFP to invite Internet Service Providers to expand service in Harnett County. Current providers are encouraged to consider this request, as well as
new providers. It is anticipated that both fiber‐based and fixed wireless‐based solutions will be presented in the RFP responses and both will be considered.
• Work directly with incumbent providers to expand their service. The county has attempted to do this over the last decade, but the conversations have not
resulted in significant expansion of broadband access.
As of January 2022, the Lillington Tower (Edwards Brothers Drive), Oak Ridge Tower (northwest part of the county), and Angier Tower have been permitted and
equipment has been ordered to enable broadband. It is anticipated these towers will be online by March 2022.
The tower selection and permitting are still in process at several other locations. As the project progresses, the costs versus coverage area of water towers may
eliminate them as viable expansion locations.
CloudWyze is looking at potential monopole installations in key areas to increase broadband coverage. Monopoles may be a lower cost and longer-term solution
than water towers.
The fiber build to the Lillington Tower will begin in February 2022, which will be the main point of Internet access for the broadband system.
The current expectation is to have beta customers on the system by April 2022.
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
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Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) -- Parking Lot
Resurfacing
Approved-No Contracts
Resurface approximately 10,210 square yards of pavement in four parking areas located on the main Harnett Campus, 1075 E. Cornelius Harnett Blvd., Lillington
to ensure the pavement does not deteriorate past the point that resurfacing is no longer possible.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Construction 0 145,762 0 0 0 0 0 145,762145,762 0 0
Contingency 0 14,576 0 0 0 0 0 14,57614,576 0 0
0 160,338 0 0 0 0 0 160,338Total Project Element 160,338 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 160,338 0 0 0 0 0 160,338160,338 0 0
0 160,338 0 0 0 0 0 160,338TotalFunding Source 160,338 0 0
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 0 160,338 0 0 0 0 0 160,338000
0 160,338 0 0 0 0 0 160,338TotalOperating Effect 0 0 0
Before 2019, all of the pavement at the main CCCC campus was original and had never been resurfaced. In 2019, CCCC bid a project to resurface circulation
roads and parking areas and make ADA sidewalk improvements. Because bids came in higher than budget, CCCC was not able to complete the entire project
and only higher priority areas, such as the main entrance drive, were resurfaced. The areas that were not resurfaced are beginning to fail. The gravel underneath
the pavement is starting to show and the lots are holding water and have potholes.
If resurfacing is not completed before the pavement fails, the college could be looking at replacement of the pavement, a much more expensive project than
resurfacing.
Complete the resurfacing of pavement before it fails.
Bids have been received. The project will begin in fall of 2021.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Current Stage of Project
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Emergency (VIPER) Radios Replacement Approved-No Contracts
Replace 298 mobile and 288 portable radios before July 1, 2025 when the state will require the existing radios be upgraded.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 0 0 0 0 2,745,883 0 0 2,745,8832,869,866 0 0
0 0 0 0 2,745,883 0 0 2,745,883Total Project Element 2,869,866 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 0 0 0 2,493,599 0 0 2,493,5992,579,194 0 0
Harnett Regional Water 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0123,983 0 0
Transfer from Radio Project Cap Reser 0 0 0 0 252,284 0 0 252,284166,689 0 0
0 0 0 0 2,745,883 0 0 2,745,883TotalFunding Source 2,869,866 0 0
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 498,720 498,720 498,720 498,720 498,720 0 0 2,493,599000
498,720 498,720 498,720 498,720 498,720 0 0 2,493,599TotalOperating Effect 0 0 0
Harnett County invested in the VIPER emergency radio system in 2013 and purchased radios for all emergency responders, including fire departments and
towns. The radios will be at the end of their useful life in 2025. Motorola has stated it will end support of the radios in 2023, meaning that radios will be repaired
only as long as replacement parts can be found.
In the meantime, the county was just notified that the state is requiring that all radios on the VIPER network be upgraded by July 1, 2025 to receive time division
multiple access (TDMA) programming. TDMA essentially divides each channel on the VIPER system into two separate talk paths and reduces the number of
new frequencies that will be needed in the future. None of the radios originally purchased in 2013 comply with this requirement. A few radios have been
purchased recently that meet this requirement. The state upgrade is dependent on the General Assembly appropriating funds for the Highway Patrol to upgrade
its radios.
Fund the replacement of only county government radios, with Harnett Regional Water paying for its own radio replacements. Begin setting aside funds in FY
2021 and continue contributing to capital reserve for the following four years so that radios can be replaced before July 1, 2025. Monitor the state budget to
determine if funds have been appropriated for the Highway Patrol. Notify outside agencies of the requirement to upgrade radios and invite them to partner with
the county in obtaining the best pricing to replace their radios, if they wish to fund replacement.
• Upgrade the radios to be TDMA compliant and postpone replacement of radios to a later date. This option requires the county to spend approximately $300,000
to upgrade radios that will essentially be at the end of their useful life and will need replacement soon after the upgrade. By selecting this option, the county would
spend $300,000 to upgrade the radios, then turn around and spend $2.5 million to replace them.
• Upgrade or replace radios purchased for outside entities. Even though the county purchased 673 radios initially for outside entities, the responsibility for
maintaining and replacing them falls to the outside entities. Otherwise, the county’s costs will be an additional $3 million for replacement and $350,000 for
upgrades, a burden the county simply does not have the resources to bear. The county charges these agencies a $25/radio/month fee. However, these funds,
which have a balance of approximately $200,000, are to be used to maintain the VIPER and paging systems owned by the county, including towers, VHF
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equipment, generators, mowing, HVAC repairs, etc. The fees are not collected to maintain or upgrade radios. Therefore, it is the county’s position that the other
agencies (towns, fire departments, and rescue agencies) will be responsible for the cost of the upgrade or replacement, not the county. Fire and rescue agencies
have been notified of the state’s requirement through Emergency Management.
• Replace county-owned radios ahead of the July 1, 2025 deadline. This option ensures the county maintains reliable equipment that is supported and complies
with the state’s deadline for compatibility with TDMA programming. It avoids the additional cost of upgrading the radios. Finally, if outside agencies are notified of
the county’s intent to purchase replacement radios in this timeframe, those agencies could partner with the county in obtaining the best pricing.
The project is still in the planning stages. Volunteer fire departments, Emergency Services, and the towns have been advised that they are responsible for the
cost of replacing their VIPER radios. The project is scheduled for fiscal year 2024-25. The schedule will give the county 12 months to purchase, take delivery,
program, and deploy the radios. There are discussions to present a project ordinance to the Board of Commissioner, which would allow the ordering of radios
before July 1, 2024, and payment would be after July 1, 2024. In December 2021, Emergency Services will apply for a grant through the Assistance to
Firefighters Grant to replace the VIPER Radios in the EMS Division. If awarded, 10 additional radios will be purchased for the EMS field and administration staff.
There is no impact to the operating budget.
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Cardiac Monitors Replacement Approved-No Contracts
Replace all EMS cardiac monitors in FY 2027 monitors to ensure this critical equipment continues to function at an optimal level.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
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Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 610,855 610,855610,855 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 610,855 610,855Total Project Element 610,855 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 0 0 0 0 0 610,855 610,855610,855 0 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 610,855 610,855TotalFunding Source 610,855 0 0
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 0 101,809 101,809 101,809 101,809 101,809 101,809 610,855000
0 101,809 101,809 101,809 101,809 101,809 101,809 610,855TotalOperating Effect 0 0 0
Cardiac monitors have a typical useful life of 10 years because of wear and tear. In addition, as new monitors are manufactured and the software is upgraded,
the old monitors are not able to be upgraded. Due to the extensive training required to properly operate each brand/model of cardiac monitor, it is neither
efficient nor safe to have multiple. This can lead to staff confusion during emergency calls and endanger patients.
Replace all cardiac monitors at the end of their useful life in FY 2027.
• Do nothing. This will lead to increased repair and maintenance costs if the units can be repaired. Once the manufacturer will no longer repair the units, they will
become obsolete. In addition to be critical for patient care, these monitors are required for certification by the NC Office of Emergency Medical Services
(NCOEMS).
• Replace all Harnett County EMS monitors at the end of their useful life but before they become obsolete. This ensures our system has the newest equipment
available and can continue to provide the best care to the residents of Harnett County and follow NCOEMS certification guidelines.
• Replace some but not all cardiac monitors. This will lead to two different models in the field at once. This could lead to staff confusion and errors in care.
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Convalescent Transport Unit
Replacements
Approved-No Contracts
Replace one convalescent transport unit per year beginning in FY 2023 in accordance with the EMS Vehicle Replacement and Rotation Policy. These
replacements will ensure the three units do not exceed safe mileage thresholds.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
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TotalsBudget
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Year 7:
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Project Element
Vehicles 0 223,854 86,457 0 91,493 94,011 96,530 792,959264,054 99,048 101,566
0 223,854 86,457 0 91,493 94,011 96,530 792,959Total Project Element 264,054 99,048 101,566
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 223,854 86,457 0 91,493 94,011 96,530 792,959264,054 99,048 101,566
0 223,854 86,457 0 91,493 94,011 96,530 792,959TotalFunding Source 264,054 99,048 101,566
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs 0 -46,407 -46,407 -46,407 -46,407 -46,407 -46,407 -371,2560-46,407 -46,407
Transfer from General Fund 0 162,629 81,301 81,301 81,301 81,301 81,301 731,736081,301 81,301
0 116,222 34,894 34,894 34,894 34,894 34,894 360,480TotalOperating Effect 0 34,894 34,894
With the conversion of our non-emergency convalescent fleet from ambulances to transit-style vans, it will be necessary to replace these units every three years
based on our Harnett County EMS Vehicle Replacement and Rotation Policy. These units average 87,000 miles per year and are in service 24 hours a day,
seven days a week, limiting the useful life to three years. Beyond that, the vehicles may be unsafe to operate and will incur much greater maintenance costs.
Vehicle breakdowns endanger patient safety and pull staff from emergency calls. Harnett County will save approximately $260,000 per replacement van over a
15-year period. This includes capital costs, trade ins, and fuel.
To ensure the safety of patients and employees while responding to calls, it is recommended to purchase one convalescent unit and replace one unit in FY 22,
replace one existing unit in FY 23, and then begin replacing one unit per year in FY 25 per the EMS Vehicle Replacement and Rotation Policy. With three units
on a three-year schedule, we will predictably replace one unit per year, easing budgetary needs.
•Do nothing. Maintenance costs will continue to increase until the units eventually become unsafe and inoperable. This leads to taking units out of service,
meaning our service to the citizens of Harnett County is cut as we are unable to handle the call volume. This also leads to a reduction in non-emergency
transportation revenue.
•Replace units on an extended schedule. If vehicles are driven beyond their useful life, maintenance costs will increase, and service disruption becomes more
likely. In addition, budgeting for replacements becomes more challenging, as the possibility for replacing multiple units within a fiscal year increase.
This is an ongoing project that carries forward each year based on the EMS Vehicle Replacement and Rotation Policy.
The van replacements save on the number of remounts needed to be done.
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Emergency Transport Unit
Remounts
Approved-No Contracts
Remount transport units in accordance with the EMS Vehicle Replacement Policy to extend the useful life of the vehicles.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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TotalsBudget
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FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Contingency 9,170 0 0 0 4,442 0 0 23,47367,643 0 9,861
Other Contracted Services 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0136,187 0 0
Vehicles 183,392 85,106 0 0 91,493 0 0 563,123673,318 0 203,132
192,562 85,106 0 0 95,935 0 0 586,596Total Project Element 877,148 0 212,993
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 192,562 85,106 0 0 95,935 0 0 586,596877,148 0 212,993
192,562 85,106 0 0 95,935 0 0 586,596TotalFunding Source 877,148 0 212,993
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs -3,800 -1,900 0 0 -1,900 0 0 -11,40000-3,800
Transfer from General Fund 599,263 85,106 44,132 44,132 44,132 44,132 44,132 993,293044,132 44,132
595,463 83,206 44,132 44,132 42,232 44,132 44,132 981,893TotalOperating Effect 0 44,132 40,332
The EMS Vehicle Replacement Policy recommends remounting (replacing the patient care “box”) the ambulance approximately every seven years based on
mileage and maintenance. Completely replacing an ambulance is costly at nearly $197,000 in today’s dollars. Remounting the ambulances includes replacing the
vehicle chassis and renovating the “box” with new floors, cabinets, and all other furnishings. Remounting is approximately $115,000 less than replacing a vehicle.
Having safe, reliable vehicles is critical to Harnett County EMS operations. Remounting vehicles provides a more cost-effective way to accomplish this.
Remount one vehicle in FY 25 and two vehicles in FY 29. Continue to remount vehicles in accordance with the EMS Vehicle Replacement Policy. This option
provides the most cost-effective strategy for ensuring safe, reliable emergency vehicles.
•Do nothing. Failure to replace vehicles eventually results in unsafe vehicles running emergency calls, which impacts patient care and county liability.
•Replace vehicles instead of remounting them. This is a more costly option that does not take full advantage of the useful life of ambulances.
•Remount vehicles in accordance with the vehicle replacement policy. This option provides the most cost-effective strategy for ensuring safe, reliable emergency
vehicles.
This is an ongoing project that carries forward each year based on the current needs of the EMS fleet and the EMS Vehicle Replacment and Rotation Policy.
With the approval of the transit-style vans for non-emergency use, the number of needed remounts has been reduced.
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Remounts
Approved-No Contracts
There is no operating impact for this project. Remounted vehicles replace existing fleet vehicles. Fuel, oil changes, and other maintenance costs will continue for
the vehicle with the new remount.
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) -- Emergency Transport Unit
Replacements
Approved-No Contracts
Replace emergency transport units in accordance with the Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Replacement Policy.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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TotalsBudget
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FY 2028
Year 7:
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Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0403,641 0 0
Other Contracted Services 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0000
Vehicles 0 170,354 350,929 361,150 371,371 190,796 195,907 1,841,524896,987 201,017 0
0 170,354 350,929 361,150 371,371 190,796 195,907 1,841,524Total Project Element 1,300,628 201,017 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 170,354 350,929 361,150 371,371 190,796 195,907 1,841,5241,300,628 201,017 0
0 170,354 350,929 361,150 371,371 190,796 195,907 1,841,524TotalFunding Source 1,300,628 201,017 0
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs 0 -1,900 -3,800 -3,800 -3,800 -1,900 -1,900 -19,0000-1,900 0
Transfer from General Fund 347,876 170,354 278,528 278,528 278,528 278,528 278,528 2,189,3980278,528 0
347,876 168,454 274,728 274,728 274,728 276,628 276,628 2,170,398TotalOperating Effect 0 276,628 0
The 24/7 nature of EMS means ambulances driven non-stop, putting miles, wear, and tear on the units. To maintain a high level of service, Harnett County EMS
follows the Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Replacement Policy. This policy states that ambulances will be remounted twice throughout their useful life,
having to be completely replaced after that, with almost 700,000 miles on the box of the unit. Having safe reliable vehicles is critical to EMS’s operations.
Replace one vehicle in FY22, two in FY23, two in FY24, two in FY25, one in FY26, one in FY27, and one in FY28 in accordance with the Vehicle Replacement
Policy.
•Do nothing. The chassis and box will eventually reach such high mileage, wear, and tear that the maintenance costs will be astronomical until they are
eventually inoperable. This, in turn, takes a necessary EMS unit off the road, limiting the service we offer to the citizens of Harnett County.
•Replace vehicles in accordance with the Vehicle Replacement Policy.
This is an ongoing project that carries forward each year based on the current needs of the EMS fleet and the EMS Vehicle Replacment and Rotation Policy.
There is no operating impact for this project since the purchased unit replaces an existing unit of the fleet.
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Emergency Radio System -- Northwest Harnett Radio Tower
Replacement
Completed
Construct a new emergency radio communications tower at 1979 Oakridge River Road Fuquay-Varina in partnership with the NC State Highway Patrol. Remove
the existing tower at 130 Oakridge River Road, Fuquay-Varina and restore the land.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Construction 416,225 58,775 0 0 0 0 0 475,000475,000 0 0
Contingency 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0100,000 0 0
Design, Engineering & Construction Ad 198,387 4,300 0 0 0 0 0 202,687185,000 0 0
Furnishings & Equipment 105,770 6,100 0 0 0 0 0 111,870115,000 0 0
Land 43,992 0 0 0 0 0 0 43,99243,992 0 0
764,374 69,175 0 0 0 0 0 833,549Total Project Element 918,992 0 0
Funding Source
Transfer from Radio Project Cap Reser 764,374 69,175 0 0 0 0 0 833,549918,992 0 0
764,374 69,175 0 0 0 0 0 833,549TotalFunding Source 918,992 0 0
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs 0 -20,000 -20,000 -20,000 -20,000 -20,000 -20,000 -160,0000-20,000 -20,000
0 -20,000 -20,000 -20,000 -20,000 -20,000 -20,000 -160,000TotalOperating Effect 0 -20,000 -20,000
The existing radio tower located at 130 Oakridge River Road, Fuquay-Varina, is located on leased land. The tower is old and in poor condition. When the county
attempted to renew the land lease, the property owners refused to renew at first, then proposed more than doubling the rent, and then increasing the rent 5%
each year. In addition, the property owners wanted to place additional requirements and restrictions on the county’s use of the property, such as removing a light
pole from their pasture and run wiring underground, maintaining the area outside of the county’s fenced area, increasing the rent if the county subleased tower
space to a third party, and tying the property owner’s electric fence to the county generator. After attempting to resolve the situations for more than a year, the
county decided to move the tower and co-locate it on property purchased for a solid waste convenience site and park, located at 1979 Oakridge River Road. The
new property allows the tower to be built at a higher elevation and improves coverage for emergency responders.
Construct a 380-foot tower with backup generator at 1979 Oakridge River Road on property owned by Harnett County. Also construct a 228-square-foot building
to house the emergency radio equipment and gravel parking area, and fence the site. Demolish the existing tower at 130 Oakridge River Road and restore the
property to its previous condition.
The county could condemn the property on which the existing tower sits. The condemnation process provides a process that helps determine the fair market
value of the property. This alternative does not lead to better coverage or resolve issues with the poor condition of the existing tower.
Construction of new tower was completed on June 1, 2021. Demolition of old tower was completed on July 30, 2021.
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Emergency Radio System -- Northwest Harnett Radio Tower
Replacement
Completed
Cost savings were recognized after December 31, 2020, when the county was no longer obligated to make land lease payments.
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Emergency Services -- Old Jail Demolition and Relocation of Building
Systems
Approved-Contracts Let
Relocate utilities and building systems routed through the old jail, located at 1005 Edward Brothers Drive, Lillington, and demolish the 18,000-square-foot old jail
structure to provide a healthy working environment for Harnett County Emergency Services, NC Highway Patrol and NC Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
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Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Construction 0 427,728 0 0 0 0 0 427,728427,728 0 0
Contingency 0 46,263 0 0 0 0 0 46,26346,263 0 0
Design, Engineering & Construction Ad 2,000 32,900 0 0 0 0 0 34,90034,900 0 0
2,000 506,891 0 0 0 0 0 508,891Total Project Element 508,891 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 2,000 506,891 0 0 0 0 0 508,891508,891 0 0
2,000 506,891 0 0 0 0 0 508,891TotalFunding Source 508,891 0 0
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 0 508,891 0 0 0 0 0 508,891000
0 508,891 0 0 0 0 0 508,891TotalOperating Effect 0 0 0
The old jail, located at 1005 Edward Brothers Drive, Lillington, was vacated in 2009. In spite of several attempts to repurpose the building, its construction has
made other uses too difficult and expensive to realize. In the meantime, the roof and HVAC systems have deteriorated, leading to water infiltration and mold
growth. The old jail shares electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems with Emergency Services, Highway Patrol and DMV. Emergency Services is directly
connected to the old jail. Mold is evident on the walls in Emergency Services, though the air quality has not been tested. In order to separate these offices from
the old jail, all systems will stay in the current mechanical room.
The Facilities Department is proposing to demolish the old jail building. The county has a quote from the Wooten Company on a scope and cost estimate.
Because of the immediate need to address indoor air quality concerns, the project will likely be scheduled in the upcoming operating budget when a cost
estimate is in hand.
Do nothing. If nothing is done, the old jail will continue to deteriorate, causing more problems with the indoor air quality of Emergency Services, Highway Patrol
and DMV.
•Repair the old jail’s roof and HVAC, abate the mold, and repurpose the space for another county function. This option has not seriously been explored. Because
of the nature of the old jail’s construction, other uses are probably limited to storage. Renovation, repair, and mold abatement would be expensive.
The County reissued an RFP for this project in October 2021 and the Board of Commissioners awarded the project to Spruill Construction of Bunnlevel on
November 15, 2021. A Notice to Proceed was issued on January 10, 2022, and final completion is anticipated in July 2022.
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Fleet Management and Replacement System Approved-No Contracts
Continue a program to replace non-emergency county vehicles in a standardized way that minimizes maintenance costs and maximizes revenue by selling
vehicles at the end of the powertrain warranty period (typically, five years and 60,000 miles).
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Transfer to Fleet Fund 350,000 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 550,0001,000,000 0 0
350,000 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 550,000Total Project Element 1,000,000 0 0
Funding Source
Transfer from General Fund 350,000 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 550,0001,000,000 0 0
350,000 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 550,000TotalFunding Source 1,000,000 0 0
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 350,000 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 550,000000
350,000 100,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 550,000TotalOperating Effect 0 0 0
During the recession, the county postponed vehicle purchases except in cases of emergency. Three years ago, before beginning a systematic program to
replace its aging fleet, the county owned 53 non-emergency vehicles. The average model of the fleet was 2008 and the average mileage was 114,815. Vehicles
were sold traditionally at auction at the end of their useful life and brought in an average of only $2,385. The county had no vehicle standards, so departments
were free to purchase any vehicle type within budget without regard for fuel efficiency and the capability of the county garage to service the vehicles.
A fleet analysis study was conducted during FY 2021 and determined we can reduce the General Fund contribution to $100,000.00 for each of the next two fiscal
years and still maintain a targeted fund balance of around $500,000.00. The budget consultant developed a financial model for the fleet replacement program.
The county should continue an annual contribution of $100,000 for the next two years.
• Do nothing. Failure to replace the fleet will eventually mean more vehicles out of service, staff down-time and impact on customer service. Vehicles will continue
to accumulate mileage and will be sold when they essentially have no value. Vehicle replacement decisions will continue to be made ad hoc without regard for
fuel efficiency and service capabilities.
• Contract for a vehicle leasing program. The county was approached by a company that offers a leasing solution. For a set amount each year, new vehicles will
be provided and replaced while the vehicles still have value. While providing a newer fleet of vehicles, the leasing program was very costly and the staff attorney
had concerns about how the lease was proposed.
• Adopt a “self-leasing” strategy to centralize management of fleet purchases and base replacement decisions on a rational, point-based system. Standardize the
types of vehicles being bought so that the garage staff can improve proficiency and achieve economies of scale in purchasing parts. Consider fuel efficiency as a
factor in deciding which new vehicles to buy. Lease these new vehicles back to departments at a standard lease rate and use this revenue to sustain the
program long term. Aggressively market and sell vehicles before they have exhausted their useful life to maximize resale value.
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The County is in Year 4 of a self-leasing program. Using a point-based system to decide on the priority of replacements, the County has purchased 21 vehicles
and is leasing them back to departments at a total lease rate of $89,508 per year. Efforts to sell vehicles have improved by advertising on GovDeals, which has
generated 1,111 bids on county vehicles. To set up the program, $200,000 was set aside annually for vehicle purchases. Based on the FY 2021 Fleet Analysis,
the County should continue the annual contributions of $100,000 for FY 2023 for vehicle purchases.
A contribution of $100,000 will be made from the General Fund for FY 2023.
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Harnett County Resource Center & Library and Department of Social
Services (DSS) Addition
Completed
Construct a 57,000-square-foot government resource center and library located at 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington. The building will include space for a new
Harnett County Public Library, 3,822 square feet of training space, veterans services, administration, finance, legal, human resources, parks and recreation, and
board of commissioner's meeting rooms. The project will also include a 10,000-square-foot addition to the existing social services building to house the child
support enforcement division that is currently located in rental space in Erwin. This project also consists of major site work to include new access roads and
parking areas.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Architectural Design & Construction Ad 1,738,659 127,679 0 0 0 0 0 1,866,3381,866,337 0 0
Construction 22,339,090 511,976 0 0 0 0 0 22,851,06622,851,066 0 0
Contingency 0 77,888 0 0 0 0 0 77,88877,888 0 0
Engineering 185,956 19,411 0 0 0 0 0 205,367205,367 0 0
Financing Costs 327,460 0 0 0 0 0 0 327,460327,460 0 0
Furnishings & Equipment 1,056,015 69,376 0 0 0 0 0 1,125,3911,125,391 0 0
Other Contracted Services 106,589 3,091 0 0 0 0 0 109,680109,680 0 0
Professional Services 18,475 1,424 0 0 0 0 0 19,89919,900 0 0
Sales Tax -213,300 0 0 0 0 0 0 -213,300000
Sewer Development Fees 43,056 0 0 0 0 0 0 43,05643,056 0 0
25,602,000 810,845 0 0 0 0 0 26,412,845Total Project Element 26,626,145 0 0
Funding Source
Bond Premium 3,847,498 0 0 0 0 0 0 3,847,4983,847,498 0 0
Installment Debt 20,145,978 999,022 0 0 0 0 0 21,145,00021,145,000 0 0
Interest 245,192 25,123 0 0 0 0 0 270,315270,315 0 0
Sales Tax Refund 0 -213,300 0 0 0 0 0 -213,300000
Transfer from General Fund 1,363,332 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,363,3321,363,332 0 0
25,602,000 810,845 0 0 0 0 0 26,412,845TotalFunding Source 26,626,145 0 0
Operating Effect
Debt Service 2,457,971 1,958,550 1,916,150 1,868,450 1,815,450 1,762,450 1,709,450 16,690,49601,656,450 1,545,575
Decreased Costs -27,415 -64,392 -64,392 -64,392 -64,392 -64,392 -64,392 -542,5510-64,392 -64,392
Increased Operating Costs 308,121 427,789 456,436 467,464 478,783 426,009 438,341 3,917,9710451,009 464,019
2,738,677 2,321,947 2,308,194 2,271,522 2,229,841 2,124,067 2,083,399 20,065,916TotalOperating Effect 0 2,043,067 1,945,202
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Harnett County Resource Center & Library and Department of Social
Services (DSS) Addition
Completed
Harnett County is one of the fastest growing counties in North Carolina. The County's population has nearly doubled since 1990 and is projected to add another
40,000 residents in the next 20 years. The result is an increased demand for County services and numerous departments are out of space to grow and meet this
demand including DSS and the Harnett County Public Library. The County has had to pay to rent space to house certain functions. County departments are also
spread out across Lillington and beyond, which makes it inconvenient and frustrating for citizens to navigate and do business with the County.
Complete this project. This project has been approved for debt-financing through the issuance of Limited Obligation Bonds by the NC Local Government
Commission and bonds were sold on September 18, 2019. The building construction was bid in August 2019 and construction of the building is currently
underway and expected to be complete in early 2021. The project accomplishes a number of important objectives, including centralizing county functions for
improved customer service.
• As an alternative to building the Resource Center & Library and expanding the existing DSS facility, the County could do nothing and continue renting space,
however this would not address the problems described above, and would put the County even further behind in addressing these issues.
• Not allowing departments to grow to accommodate increased service demands is another option, however this would put an unattainable workload on existing
employees, leading to greater inefficiency, morale issues for staff, and frustration from citizens.
A Certificate of Occupancy was issued for the Resource Center & Library on January 29, 2021, and staff moved into the new building the week of February 15,
2021. The facility opened to the public on April 26, 2021. As of September 2021, staff are working through several final items, but otherwise the project is
complete. The DSS expansion was completed in August 2020, and Child Support Services moved into the addition.
There will be operational budget impacts on departmental budgets for the FY 22 after move-in and occupancy of new building. Departments have accounted for
these impacts in their FY 22 budgets.
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Harnett County Schools -- Erwin Elementary School Replacement Approved-Contracts Let
On the existing site, located at 405 Denim Drive, Erwin, demolish the 74,147-square-foot building, replace it with a 102,500-square-foot school and combine the
student populations of Erwin and Gentry elementary schools.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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TotalsBudget
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FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Architectural Design & Construction Ad 1,043,498 222,041 0 0 0 0 0 1,265,5391,265,539 0 0
Asbestos Abatement 141,350 0 0 0 0 0 0 141,350000
Asbestos Testing 54,150 9,725 0 0 0 0 0 63,875000
Construction 14,126,663 11,305,268 0 0 0 0 0 25,431,93126,257,799 0 0
Contingency 0 2,049,831 0 0 0 0 0 2,049,8312,090,201 0 0
Demolition 434,421 0 0 0 0 0 0 434,421000
Engineering 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 063,875 0 0
Financing Costs 206,275 4,718 0 0 0 0 0 210,993210,993 0 0
Fuel Tank Removal 162,406 0 0 0 0 0 0 162,406000
Furnishings & Equipment 0 690,000 0 0 0 0 0 690,0001,104,000 0 0
Geotechnical 156,261 8,909 0 0 0 0 0 165,170000
Other Contracted Services 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0266,150 0 0
Permits & Connection Fees 65,670 64,330 0 0 0 0 0 130,000130,000 0 0
Surveying 11,300 0 0 0 0 0 0 11,30011,300 0 0
Technology 0 414,000 0 0 0 0 0 414,000000
Utilities Relocation 229,041 0 0 0 0 0 0 229,041000
16,631,035 14,768,822 0 0 0 0 0 31,399,857Total Project Element 31,399,857 0 0
Funding Source
Bond Premium 3,899,857 0 0 0 0 0 0 3,899,8573,899,857 0 0
General Obligation Bonds 12,731,178 14,768,822 0 0 0 0 0 27,500,00027,500,000 0 0
16,631,035 14,768,822 0 0 0 0 0 31,399,857TotalFunding Source 31,399,857 0 0
Operating Effect
Debt Service 692,656 2,346,094 2,277,344 2,208,594 2,139,844 2,071,094 2,002,344 17,536,40601,933,594 1,864,844
692,656 2,346,094 2,277,344 2,208,594 2,139,844 2,071,094 2,002,344 17,536,406TotalOperating Effect 0 1,933,594 1,864,844
Built in 1926, the old Erwin school was the second oldest in the district. The school has been added onto multiple times, including a cafeteria built in 1948; a
media center in 1959; and other additions in 1947, 1958 and 1965. Gentry was built in 1951. Gentry’s student population of 259 student exceeds its rated
capacity of 233 students. The new school will have a capacity of 650 for the combined 509 students.
The old Erwin school had numerous maintenance issues, including electrical wiring in poor condition.
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Harnett County Schools -- Erwin Elementary School Replacement Approved-Contracts Let
Construction of the new school is underway.
Demolition of the old school was finished in May 2020. Floors and metal roofing are currently being installed. The school is also being painted. The school is
projected to be substantially complete in March 2022, and the school is projected to open April 12, 2022. The school system plans to convert Gentry into a staff
development center, and it may house some central office functions. Major renovations of Gentry are not needed for these purposes. Mobile units located at
Gentry will be relocated to other schools. The project is being funded from general obligation bonds approved by voters in 2014.
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Harnett County Schools -- Johnsonville Elementary School Phase 1
Expansion & Renovation
Approved-Contracts Let
Using general obligation bond funds left from the Benhaven school project, renovate, and expand Johnsonville Elementary, located at 18495 NC 27 West,
Cameron. Phase 1 work includes demolishing and replacing the cafeteria with a 9,500-square foot building, demolishing the old CTE classroom building, and
renovating the 9,000-square-foot gym.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Advertising 1,177 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,177000
Architectural Design & Construction Ad 242,605 142,713 0 0 0 0 0 385,318443,525 0 0
Construction 116,810 4,501,170 0 0 0 0 0 4,617,9804,335,000 0 0
Contingency 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0255,000 0 0
Engineering 26,415 44,310 0 0 0 0 0 70,72566,475 0 0
Geotechnical 6,600 0 0 0 0 0 0 6,600000
Permits & Connections Fees 18,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 18,200000
411,807 4,688,193 0 0 0 0 0 5,100,000Total Project Element 5,100,000 0 0
Funding Source
General Obligation Bonds 411,807 4,688,193 0 0 0 0 0 5,100,0005,100,000 0 0
411,807 4,688,193 0 0 0 0 0 5,100,000TotalFunding Source 5,100,000 0 0
Operating Effect
Debt Service 845,697 405,411 392,956 380,501 368,046 355,591 343,136 3,738,6720330,681 316,651
845,697 405,411 392,956 380,501 368,046 355,591 343,136 3,738,672TotalOperating Effect 0 330,681 316,651
The main part of Johnsonville school was constructed in 1955. At 475 students, the school’s student population does not exceed the 500-student rated capacity
of the school. The cafeteria and the Career and Technical Education (CTE) classroom are in poor shape. The CTE Classroom is no longer useable. The gym is
also in poor condition and needs renovation. Phase 2 will replace the demolished classroom building.
Continue Phase 1. Phase 2 will be funded by Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds.
Demolition of the classroom building was completed in August 2021. Construction has begun, with block walls currently going up. Building site has been cleared
and site work is being done to prepare for footing to be poured for the new buildings. Utilities are being relocated on site to prepare for Phase 2. Windows will
be installed when students are not in school. Phase 1 is expected to be completed in July 2023.
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Harnett County Schools -- Maintenance Fund Approved-No Contracts
Provide a reliable funding mechanism for Harnett County Schools to replace critical mechanical systems and roofs before failure. Funding in FY 2023 would
address four boilers, two chillers and two roofs. Future funding would address a prioritized list of needs identified by the school maintenance staff.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
HVAC & Roof Maintenance 0 1,441,415 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 11,241,41501,400,000 1,400,000
0 1,441,415 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 11,241,415Total Project Element 0 1,400,000 1,400,000
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 1,441,415 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 11,241,41501,400,000 1,400,000
0 1,441,415 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 11,241,415TotalFunding Source 0 1,400,000 1,400,000
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 0 1,441,415 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 11,241,41501,400,000 1,400,000
0 1,441,415 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 11,241,415TotalOperating Effect 0 1,400,000 1,400,000
Harnett County Schools has substantial maintenance needs. Failure of these systems mean schools would be without heat or air conditioning or could incur
substantial repair costs in the case of roof failure. Many of these systems are beyond their useful lives. The school maintenance staff has inventoried these
needs, prioritized them, and identified when they need to be replaced over the seven-year CIP. Cost estimates have been obtained for the FY 2023.
Four boilers have exceeded their useful lives. Four others are either at their useful lives or will be in the next two years. Four boilers are requested for
replacement in FY 2023, including Lafayette Elementary, Triton High, Harnett Central Middle, and Western Harnett Middle. The school system is currently
exploring the possibility of a guaranteed energy savings contract that could fund one or more boiler replacements from energy savings.
Six chillers have exceeded their useful lives. One chiller is at the end of its useful life. Two chillers are requested for replacement in FY 2023, including South
Harnett Elementary and Harnett Primary. The school system is currently exploring the possibility of a guaranteed energy savings contract that could fund one
chiller replacement at Anderson Creek Primary.
Two cooling towers have exceeded their useful lives. Five additional cooling towers are nearing the end of their useful lives. No cooling towers are requested for
funding in FY 2023.
Four roofs have exceeded their useful lives. A roof replacement for Buies Creek Elementary and a roof recoating for Lafayette Elementary School are requested
in FY 2023.
The third option is recommended. This approach sets the yearly amount equal to $1.4 million. If this level of funding is maintained, eventually the school system
could reach the point of being pro-active in replacing systems at the end of their useful lives or systems could be replaced for greater energy efficiency or
maintenance savings. The funds will be maintained by the county and released as invoices are received.
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Harnett County Schools -- Maintenance Fund Approved-No Contracts
Option 1: Do nothing. This alternative requires the school system to fund these systems out of regular capital outlay, approximately $1 million per year. These
systems are costly and replacement of one system can consume much of the school system’s capital outlay appropriation. Or, has happened in the past, the
systems are not replaced when they reach the end of their useful lives. Maintaining outdated systems can be costly and they may not be as energy efficient as
newer systems.
Option 2: Fund systems each year as needed. The downside to this approach is the county cannot plan the funding long-term and the school system does not
have a way to plan beyond the replacement of systems in imminent failure.
Option 3: Provide an ongoing funding source for a set amount every year, but require updated cost estimates each year for the projects requested for funding in
the upcoming year. Allow flexibility with the funding so that if a mechanical system or roof fails and it is not on that year’s list, with county approval, funds can be
redirected to address that need.
Harnett County Schools maintenance staff has inventoried mechanical systems and roofs and identified replacement priorities over the next seven years.
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
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Harnett County Schools -- New Northwest Harnett Elementary School Approved-Contracts Let
Construct a 120,000-square-foot school at 763Rollins Road, Fuquay-Varina in northwestern Harnett to alleviate overcrowding at Lafayette Elementary School.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Architectural Design & Construction Ad 1,388,750 741,900 0 0 0 0 0 2,130,6502,130,650 0 0
Construction 140,000 19,947,942 19,807,941 0 0 0 0 39,895,88339,895,883 0 0
Contingency 0 0 1,053,102 0 0 0 0 1,053,1021,053,102 0 0
Financing Costs 0 196,517 0 0 0 0 0 196,517196,517 0 0
Furnishings & Equipment 0 0 900,000 0 0 0 0 900,000900,000 0 0
Geotechnical 43,750 4,600 0 0 0 0 0 48,35048,350 0 0
Land & Easements 731,680 0 0 0 0 0 0 731,680731,680 0 0
Permits & Connection Fees 0 92,735 0 0 0 0 0 92,73592,735 0 0
Surveying 0 20,910 0 0 0 0 0 20,91020,910 0 0
Technology 0 0 450,000 0 0 0 0 450,000450,000 0 0
2,304,180 21,004,604 22,211,043 0 0 0 0 45,519,827Total Project Element 45,519,827 0 0
Funding Source
General Obligation Bonds 1,572,500 16,004,604 17,211,043 0 0 0 0 34,788,14734,788,147 0 0
Grants, Gifts, Etc.0 5,000,000 5,000,000 0 0 0 0 10,000,00010,000,000 0 0
Lottery Proceeds 731,680 0 0 0 0 0 0 731,680731,680 0 0
2,304,180 21,004,604 22,211,043 0 0 0 0 45,519,827TotalFunding Source 45,519,827 0 0
Operating Effect
Debt Service 0 776,030 3,665,750 3,558,250 3,450,750 3,343,250 3,235,750 24,178,78003,128,250 3,020,750
0 776,030 3,665,750 3,558,250 3,450,750 3,343,250 3,235,750 24,178,780TotalOperating Effect 0 3,128,250 3,020,750
Lafayette Elementary is severely overcrowded. The school’s rated capacity is 465 students, but the student population is currently 621 and is projected to grow to
936 students by 2028-29, which is more than double the rated capacity.
The project is underway.
Using lottery proceeds, a 23.5-acre site was purchased in February 2021 at a cost of $731,900. All bids have been awarded and site work has started. The
targeted completion date is April 2023. The targeted opening of the new school is August 2023. The county will pay for the school from general obligation bonds
approved by voters in 2014.
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Harnett County Sheriff -- Capital Reserve Approved-No Contracts
Continue annual contributions of $450,000 to the capital reserve fund established for the Sheriff.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Transfer to Capital Reserve 2,744,489 86,102 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 5,980,5910450,000 450,000
2,744,489 86,102 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 5,980,591Total Project Element 0 450,000 450,000
Funding Source
Transfer from General Fund 2,744,489 86,102 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 5,980,5910450,000 450,000
2,744,489 86,102 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 5,980,591TotalFunding Source 0 450,000 450,000
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 2,744,489 86,102 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 5,980,5910450,000 450,000
2,744,489 86,102 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 450,000 5,980,591TotalOperating Effect 0 450,000 450,000
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Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Center Security Intercom
Replacement
Approved-No Contracts
Replace the intercom system at the Harnett County Detention Center, located at 175 Bain St, Lillington.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 0 133,560 0 0 0 0 0 133,560133,560 0 0
0 133,560 0 0 0 0 0 133,560Total Project Element 133,560 0 0
Funding Source
Sheriff's Capital Reserve 0 133,560 0 0 0 0 0 133,560133,560 0 0
0 133,560 0 0 0 0 0 133,560TotalFunding Source 133,560 0 0
The existing system, installed when the jail opened in 2009, is nearing the end of life. The manufacturer was sold and the equipment is no longer being made.
Replacement parts are difficult to find, though parts have been obtained to date. The intercom system is critical for the Detention Center, as it allows
communication to and from the master control station to detention officers and housing units, which is required by state regulations.
Purchase a new intercom system, as requested by the Sheriff’s Office in FY 2021, utilizing funds from the Sheriff’s Capital Reserve.
Do nothing. If nothing is done and the system fails, the jail will be without a system critical for its operation.
The project was originally scheduled for FY 2021, but the pandemic caused delays with purchasing all components of the system. The vendor, Cornerstone, is
currently programming and testing the system in their Raleigh office. The project will be completed in FY 2022.
If the Detention Center Housing Unit is approved, this project can be included as part of the equipment cost. It will add approximately $10,000 per year in debt
service.
The project will require increased surveillance of inmates during installation.
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Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Center Video Surveillance System
Upgrade
Approved-No Contracts
Replace the video surveillance system at the Harnett County Detention Center, located at 175 Bain St, Lillington.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Contingency 0 22,458 0 0 0 0 0 22,458000
Furnishings & Equipment 64,641 224,573 0 0 0 0 0 289,214355,528 0 0
64,641 247,031 0 0 0 0 0 311,672Total Project Element 355,528 0 0
Funding Source
Sheriff's Capital Reserve 64,641 247,031 0 0 0 0 0 311,672355,528 0 0
64,641 247,031 0 0 0 0 0 311,672TotalFunding Source 355,528 0 0
The detention opened in 2009 with the existing video surveillance system. As it reaches the end of its useful life, the manufacturer no longer supports the system
and replacement parts are difficult to find. The DVRs, which record the video, have been failing to the point that no backups are available. The Sheriff’s Office is
requesting that funds previously allocated for kitchen equipment be moved to this project and DVRs purchased in FY 2020. The upgrade of the remainder of the
video surveillance system can occur as previously scheduled in FY 2022.
Replace the DVRs immediately by diverting funds from the kitchen equipment replacement project and replace the remainder of the video surveillance system in
FY 2022 using funds from the Sheriff’s Capital Reserve.
• One alternative is to purchase the DVRs when the entire system is replaced, but this will leave the equipment vulnerable to failure without adequate backups.
• Do nothing. Failure to replace the system could result in the video system no longer operating. The system is required by state law and protects the county by
providing video in investigating inmate complaints, etc.
The DVRs were replaced during FY 2020 because of the failure of several DVRs. This will reduce the cost of the original project. A new quote will be
obtained. The goal is to complete the project in FY 2022.
If the Detention Center Housing Unit is approved, this project can be included as part of the equipment cost. It will add approximately $20,000 per year in debt
service.
Because of continued issues with the surveillance system, cameras are being to be replaced with digital cameras. A component has been installed that will allow
for the use of digital cameras, which are compatible with the proposed new system.
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Harnett County Sheriff -- In-Car Video Camera System New
Purchase and install in-car video cameras in 50 patrol vehicles.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 0 246,113 0 0 0 0 0 246,113246,113 0 0
Installation 0 25,000 0 0 0 0 0 25,00025,000 0 0
0 271,113 0 0 0 0 0 271,113Total Project Element 271,113 0 0
Funding Source
Asset Forfeiture Funds 0 271,113 0 0 0 0 0 271,113271,113 0 0
0 271,113 0 0 0 0 0 271,113TotalFunding Source 271,113 0 0
Since the late 1990’s, there have been many allegations of racial profiling and excessive force against citizens by law enforcement throughout the United States.
These allegations have eroded the confidence the public has for law enforcement. Harnett County is presently facing litigation in a lawsuit for excessive force by
deputies. Notwithstanding these lawsuits, the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office and deputies are well respected by most citizens of the county. The Sheriff
continues to evaluate ways to strengthen the confidence of Harnett County citizens with the Sheriff’s Office. One measure the Sheriff has recommended is the
implementation of an in-car video system. Recording of interactions between law enforcement and citizens is one way to maintain the integrity and safety of law
enforcement officers. Prior to the dashboard camera (dash cam), situations relied on two versions of events, the officer’s word against the subject’s word.
Having undeniable evidence recorded by a dash cam can solidify what occurred in a questionable event where facts are in dispute or allegations of misconduct
are raised.
In-car video camera systems serve two purposes. First, when complaints are reported, the Sheriff’s Office can compare the complaint to the recorded evidence
obtained from the in-car video camera system to either substantiate or exonerate the complaint either in part or completely. When supervisory staff review
footage, from either a complaint or audit, the identification of issues allows the agency to address the issues proactively with the officer before the issue becomes
more serious. Second, industry best practices show that video recording systems has defended those officers who are being falsely accused. In fact, we predict
that in-car video camera systems will not only help with these issues, but the use of these systems demonstrates the Sheriff’s Office dedication to providing the
most professional services to the citizens.
In-car video camera systems are valuable training systems. Deputies of all experience levels benefit from quality training. Recorded incidents of our staff
engaging in functions of law enforcement with our citizens, whether these were exemplary or not, allows for the agency to utilize these incidents for training all
staff. This will occur in the following ways: 1. Deputies will self-critique using video recordings; 2. Trainers and instructors can review footage and truly see
things through the eyes of what the deputy experienced; 3. Incorporation of video recordings as part of in-service training for deputies to show what was done
correctly and ways of improvement. By utilizing these recordings for training, the deputy learns from the proper and improper actions, which will increase the
professional service the Sheriff has promised to provide to the citizens.
If the community is aware of the use of In-car Video Camera Systems by law enforcement agencies, it can help citizens better understand law enforcement
situations. This also creates trust between the community and the Sheriff’s Office, as citizens often believe that if their deputies are being filmed, they will not
hide anything. This additionally prescribes the transparency of the agency, which our community has asked for from law enforcement.
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Harnett County Sheriff -- In-Car Video Camera System New
The initial installation costs of the camera systems cannot be measured by just dollars when it provides better-trained deputies, increased trust between citizens
and law enforcement, and potential for decreased liability through litigation and lawsuits.
Purchase and install in-car cameras in 50 patrol vehicles. The Board of Commissioners approved a budget amendment in July 2021 for the Sheriff to use asset
forfeiture funds to cover the cost of the cameras.
The Sheriff and Board of Commissioners agreed in-car cameras are needed and should be purchased.
The cameras were ordered in September 2021 and should be delivered and installed by early 2022.
There will be an increase in annual software support costs.
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Harnett County Sheriff -- Records Software Replacement Completed
Replace the records management system (RMS) software. The existing software has not been upgraded in the past 20 years. The software includes incident and
investigation reports and management of evidence for the Sheriff’s Office. An upgrade will enable deputies to access the software in the field through the use of
smart phones and tablets and provide other efficiencies for the office.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 3,937 0 0 0 0 0 0 3,9373,937 0 0
Software & Implementation 133,195 0 0 0 0 0 0 133,195133,195 0 0
Software License 2,500 0 0 0 0 0 0 2,5002,500 0 0
139,632 0 0 0 0 0 0 139,632Total Project Element 139,632 0 0
Funding Source
Asset Forfeiture Funds 139,632 0 0 0 0 0 0 139,632139,632 0 0
139,632 0 0 0 0 0 0 139,632TotalFunding Source 139,632 0 0
The existing software has not been upgraded or replaced in the past 20 years. The software includes incident and investigation reports and management of
evidence for the Sheriff’s Office. An upgrade will enable deputies to access the software in the field through the use of smart phones and tablets and provide
other efficiencies for the office.
Upgrade the existing software to a new version. The Board of Commissioners has approved a budget amendment for the Sheriff to use asset forfeiture funds to
cover the cost of the software. It is scheduled to be upgraded in FY 2020.
The Sheriff’s Office has evaluated other software products and determined that remaining with the current vendor is much more cost effective. Aside from the
age of the software, it has worked well.
The project has been completed. The go-live date was November 5, 2020.
There is no increase in operating budget.
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Current Stage of Project
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Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Airfield Lighting Rehabilitation Approved-Contracts Let
Rehabilitate the airfield lighting system and relocate the automated weather observing system (AWOS) at HRJ, located at 615 Airport Road, Erwin, by installing
conduit and replacing all lighting to ensure flight safety.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Administrative Costs 680 0 0 0 0 0 0 680000
Construction 35,891 1,580,246 0 0 0 0 0 1,616,1371,804,668 0 0
Contingency 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0108,000 0 0
Design, Engineering & Construction Ad 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0180,000 0 0
Other Contracted Services 24,660 2,500 0 0 0 0 0 27,160000
61,231 1,582,746 0 0 0 0 0 1,643,977Total Project Element 2,092,668 0 0
Funding Source
Airport Capital Reserve 6,123 158,275 0 0 0 0 0 164,398191,267 0 0
Grants, Gifts, Etc.55,108 1,424,471 0 0 0 0 0 1,479,5791,901,401 0 0
61,231 1,582,746 0 0 0 0 0 1,643,977TotalFunding Source 2,092,668 0 0
HRJ’s lighting system was installed 25 to 30 years ago. The lighting was laid directly in the ground without being protected by conduit, which is not the standard
for how lighting should be installed. This poor construction has caused numerous problems with shorts and open circuits. The lighting system is vulnerable to
weather conditions and ant infestations. Systems such as the precision approach path indicator, runway end identifier, signage, and runway and taxiway lamps
help ensure safety of aircraft and should be replaced at regular intervals. Over the past year, more than 10 repairs have been performed. While the repairs are
not costly, outages impact the safety of the 50,500 flights each year. The Division of Aviation has provided design for the new system at no cost to the county
and is willing to fund 90% of the construction cost. As part of this work, DOT is paying to move the AWOS, which also requires additional electrical, radio and
fiber infrastructure.
Utilizing the Division of Aviation’s design and funding, replace the lighting systems and properly install up-to-date LED lighting that will ensure safe lighting for
flights into and out of the airport and be more energy efficient.
• Do nothing. Without the lighting rehabilitation project, the county’s airport will be vulnerable to the poor installation of the lighting system and not able to ensure
critical safety features functions reliably.
• Replace the lighting system using Division of Aviation funding.
The HRJ Airfield Lighting Rehabilitation project design has been completed and funded by the NCDOT/DOA. In November 2021, a change order was approved
to elevate the AWOS site, increasing the total cost of the project to $1,582,746. The construction portion of the project was scheduled to begin in FY 2020, but
with the NCDOT/DOA programmatic changes effecting funding of projects, the project began in April 2021. Approximately 2400-ft of electrical cable will be
buried from Old Stage Road to AWOS site in January 2022. Lighting and signage are expected to be completed in early 2022.
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Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Airfield Lighting Rehabilitation Approved-Contracts Let
Currently, there is no operating impact.
Operating Impact
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Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Apron Expansion Approved-No Contracts
Construct a 144,000-square-foot expansion of the HRJ Apron, located at 615 Airport Road, Erwin to provide adequate space for parking, loading, unloading, and
refueling of larger planes used by many businesses. The expansion will allow larger aircraft to land at the jetport and access services safely.
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Construction 0 2,957,430 0 0 0 0 0 2,957,4302,991,230 0 0
Contingency 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0149,562 0 0
Design, Engineering & Construction Ad 293,140 375,903 0 0 0 0 0 669,043579,477 0 0
293,140 3,333,333 0 0 0 0 0 3,626,473Total Project Element 3,720,269 0 0
Funding Source
Airport Capital Reserve 31,420 263,894 0 0 0 0 0 295,314372,027 0 0
Capital Reserves 0 8,499 0 0 0 0 0 8,499000
Grants, Gifts, Etc.261,720 3,060,940 0 0 0 0 0 3,322,6603,348,242 0 0
293,140 3,333,333 0 0 0 0 0 3,626,473TotalFunding Source 3,720,269 0 0
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 0 8,499 0 0 0 0 0 8,499000
0 8,499 0 0 0 0 0 8,499TotalOperating Effect 0 0 0
Larger aircraft are landing at HRJ and need additional space to move safely between fuel farms, the terminal, maintenance and other airport services. The size
and configuration of HRJ’s existing apron (also referred to as ramp or tarmac) prohibits these aircraft from maneuvering safely and efficiently. In some instances,
when larger planes park in the apron area, they block other aircraft, including the SBI’s Air Wing Division, from accessing the runway and other airport services.
In addition, the apron was not originally designed to accommodate these heavier aircraft. Finally, new Federal Aviation Administration requirements do not allow
direct access between the apron and runway, which is currently the situation at HRJ. A 2005 master plan for the airport called for airport improvements, including
expanding the apron. An attractive airport that is easy to use can increase flights and might increase the number of aircraft stored in airport hangers, leading to
increased tax value.
On existing property owned by the county, expand the apron area to 144,000 square feet and strengthen the existing pavement with concrete or stronger
asphalt. This creates area for an additional nine parking spaces and better passenger loading and unloading. The project also connects the taxiways to the
service area, bringing the county into compliance with FAA requirements, and expand the size of SBI’s parking area. Utilize funding from the Division of Aviation,
which provides 90% of design and construction costs.
• Do nothing. Failure to expand and strengthen the apron will mean the larger aircraft will continue to have difficulty maneuvering in HRJ and traffic issues in and
around the apron will continue.
• Expand and strengthen the apron.
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Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Apron Expansion Approved-No Contracts
The design portion of the project is completed and permitted. Construction was scheduled to begin in FY 2021, but with the NCDOT/DOA programmatic changes
effecting funding of projects, the construction phase was placed on hold. The cost of construction has increased from $3,096,500 to $3,672,711. Project was bid
in June 2021, however, after additional discussions with tenants and plans to change the construction phases, bids were cancelled until design is complete.
Work Authorization for revised construction phases, planning, and design is underway with NCDOA reviewing additional changes. It is anticipated the project will
be re-bid in February 2022, and the bid opening will occur in March 2022. Apron construction is expected to begin in spring of 2022.
There is no impact to the operating budget.
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Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Hangar Development New
Construct three-unit corporate box hangars, located at 615 Airport Road, Erwin, NC, to provide adequate space to store larger aircrafts used by many businesses.
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Construction 0 0 0 0 2,347,728 0 0 2,347,728000
Contingency 0 0 0 0 661,248 0 0 661,248000
0 0 0 0 3,008,976 0 0 3,008,976Total Project Element 0 0 0
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Installment Debt 0 0 0 0 3,008,976 0 0 3,008,976000
0 0 0 0 3,008,976 0 0 3,008,976TotalFunding Source 0 0 0
Operating Effect
Debt Service 0 0 0 0 300,898 293,375 285,853 1,429,2640278,330 270,808
0 0 0 0 300,898 293,375 285,853 1,429,264TotalOperating Effect 0 278,330 270,808
Currently, HRJ owns one out of the seven enclosed hangars located at the jetport. Annual ground leases for privately owned hangars generate less than $7,500.
Additionally, like the other 61 general aviation airports across the state, Harnett Regional Jetport has a serious deficiency in usable hangar space at and on the
airfield. Demand far outweighs capacity. Consequently, HRJ staff records indicate there is a waiting list of 44 aircraft owners requesting hangar space and
weekly space inquiries are the norm.
Phase 1 of hangar development will construct three corporate box-style 65x60 square-foot hangars and the required apron access infrastructure to allow aircraft
to gain access to the apron air operations area. Leasing the three hangars at $40 per square-foot could reasonably generate $4,680+ per month or $56,160 per
year, dependent upon negotiated lease price. In addition, property taxes for aircraft stored within each hangar could add $5,000+ per year, dependent upon the
aircrafts’ type, age, and condition.
With the potential revenue generated from lease payments, fuel sales, and additional services that could help HRJ become more sustainable, management
recommends constructing three corporate box hangars. The project is recommended to begin in FY 2025.
• Do nothing. By not constructing hangars, the county will lose revenue generated by lease payments, aeronautical revenue and other related economic activities
including the direct, indirect and induced economic impacts associated with additional aircraft at HRJ.
• Construct a three-unit hangar to address the increasing demands in storage space while generating revenue for the jetport and county, as well as the positive
economic impact on the surrounding community.
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Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- Master Plan Update Approved-Contracts Let
Update the HRJ master plan that gives decision makers a roadmap for future growth and capital improvements planning and maintains the county’s eligibility for
grant funds.
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Other Contracted Services 163,603 250,754 0 0 0 0 0 414,357414,357 0 0
163,603 250,754 0 0 0 0 0 414,357Total Project Element 414,357 0 0
Funding Source
Airport Capital Reserve 16,360 25,076 0 0 0 0 0 41,43641,436 0 0
Grants, Gifts, Etc.147,243 225,678 0 0 0 0 0 372,921372,921 0 0
163,603 250,754 0 0 0 0 0 414,357TotalFunding Source 414,357 0 0
The last master plan update was in 2005. Part of the master plan update is production of an up-to-date Airport Layout Plan (ALP). An FAA-approved ALP is
required for receiving Airport Improvement Program grant funds and is necessary to be included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS).
The FAA uses NPIAS listing as their mechanism to set priorities throughout the country for general aviation (GA) airports. Harnett Regional Jetport is currently
included in the NPIAS and regularly receives grant funding for airport projects. An ALP shows boundaries, proposed additions, existing facilities and other
improvements since the plan was last updated. Funds earmarked for terminal construction are set to expire in the upcoming fiscal years and won’t be able to be
spent on terminal construction because NC DOT has delayed funding. These funds are available to fund the master plan update. Several entities have
expressed interest in developing outside the existing ALP, and a revised master plan would guide decisions for future development.
Update the HRJ master plan using expiring FAA Non-Primary Entitlement funds with a 10% county match requirement.
Do nothing. If nothing is done, the county will fail to plan for future growth and will lose grant eligibility.
Talbert & Bright have completed the inventory and related aviation projections. The aerial survey was completed April 2021, and two local advisory group
meetings were held. Parrish & Partners will be taking over the Master Plan Update in January 2022.
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Information Technology -- Fiber Extension Approved-No Contracts
Construct a one-mile fiber connection across the Cape Fear River from 310 W. Duncan Street to 250 Alexander Drive, Lillington to provide network redundancy
This one-mile fiber connection would provide a more resilient and redundant loop for the county’s core data network and phone system.
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Construction 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 230,750230,750 230,750 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 230,750Total Project Element 230,750 230,750 0
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Capital Reserves 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 230,750230,750 230,750 0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 230,750TotalFunding Source 230,750 230,750 0
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 0 32,964 32,964 32,964 32,964 32,964 32,964 230,750230,750 32,964 0
0 32,964 32,964 32,964 32,964 32,964 32,964 230,750TotalOperating Effect 230,750 32,964 0
The county needs to create a loop for fiber connectivity to minimize possible downtime due to fiber cuts and other network connectivity problems. The core
server infrastructure is located at the Law Enforcement Center (LEC), and each county building must be able to communicate to the LEC. Currently, if the fiber
is cut to the LEC, it could potentially affect all county offices’ ability to conduct business. With a redundant link, the county would able to reroute network traffic to
minimize phone system and network downtime.
Option 1 is recommended. Install fiber for an alternative network route. This option provides additional opportunities to use the connectivity. Owning the fiber
will give the county more options for future growth and development. The fiber will have the availability of 48 different connections for different functions. To
create the network loop, the county only needs two of the 48 connections. This project is recommended in FY 2028.
• Install fiber for an alternative network route. This option provides additional opportunities to use the connectivity. Owning the fiber will give the county more
options for future growth and development. The fiber will have the availability of 48 different connections for different functions. To create the network loop, the
county only needs two of the 48 connections.
• Do nothing and have a higher risk of business stoppage due to network downtime.
• Install a slower wireless link between the two core locations. This option does not give any other opportunities for other usages.
• Use a third-party ISP for connectivity between the two core locations, which will have a higher operating cost impact. This option does not give any other
opportunities for alternative usages.
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Parks & Recreation -- Benhaven Community Park Redevelopment Approved-Contracts Let
Rehabilitate existing ball fields and playground and construct a picnic shelter at the Old Benhaven School, located at 2815 Olivia Road, Sanford to address
recreation needs and safety concerns .
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Architectural Design & Construction Ad 0 37,500 0 0 0 0 0 37,50037,500 0 0
Construction 0 101,500 0 0 0 0 0 101,500101,500 0 0
0 139,000 0 0 0 0 0 139,000Total Project Element 139,000 0 0
Funding Source
Parks Capital Reserve 0 139,000 0 0 0 0 0 139,000139,000 0 0
0 139,000 0 0 0 0 0 139,000TotalFunding Source 139,000 0 0
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs 0 0 500 500 500 500 500 3,5000500500
Increased Operating Costs 0 0 2,850 1,850 1,850 1,850 1,850 13,95001,850 1,850
0 0 3,350 2,350 2,350 2,350 2,350 17,450TotalOperating Effect 0 2,350 2,350
The county took over ownership of old Benhaven School building and grounds in 2019 following the construction of the new Benhaven Elementary School. In
addition to other proposed facilities described in the Benhaven project, the county proposed using the grounds for a community park. The existing ball fields and
former playground area provide open space but are in need of renovation due to deterioration and present safety issues, such as sharp, rusted fences and faulty
playground equipment.
Use the Parks Fund to rehabilitate the existing ballfields and playground for public use.
• Do nothing.
• Wait to develop the park site in the future, allowing existing facilities to continue to deteriorate.
• Remove current fencing, ballfield items, and faulty playground equipment to eliminate safety hazards and provide open green space.
• Use the Parks Fund to rehabilitate the existing ballfields and playground for public use.
Demolition has started on existing fencing and ballfields. Staff has met with a playground representative to discuss playground and picnic shelter options.
Planned renovations and upgrades are scheduled to be completed in June 2022.
Since the project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small amount of
funding.
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Parks & Recreation -- Cape Fear Shiner Park Development Phase 1 Completed
Phase 1 of the Cape Fear Shiner County Park, located at 350 Alexander Drive, Lillington will be completed in October 2020. Amenities include two multiuse
fields, two baseball/softball fields, 3.5 miles of walking trails, canoe/kayak water access, river observation deck, and park infrastructure.
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Construction 721,804 0 0 0 0 0 0 721,804693,747 0 0
Contingency 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 053,753 0 0
Design, Engineering & Construction Ad 104,910 0 0 0 0 0 0 104,910102,500 0 0
Permits & Connection Fees 250 0 0 0 0 0 0 250000
826,964 0 0 0 0 0 0 826,964Total Project Element 850,000 0 0
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Grants, Gifts, Etc.465,936 0 0 0 0 0 0 465,936400,000 0 0
Parks Capital Reserve 361,028 0 0 0 0 0 0 361,028450,000 0 0
826,964 0 0 0 0 0 0 826,964TotalFunding Source 850,000 0 0
Operating Effect
Increased Operating Costs 33,742 34,887 36,105 76,944 66,943 73,599 69,532 533,578070,239 71,587
Increased Revenue 0 -1,000 -2,000 -3,000 -3,000 -3,000 -3,000 -21,0000-3,000 -3,000
33,742 33,887 34,105 73,944 63,943 70,599 66,532 512,578TotalOperating Effect 0 67,239 68,587
The 2017 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan calls for an additional 1209 acres of parkland throughout Harnett County by 2030. The County is
below standards for parkland, programming, and indoor facilities. The plan found it will cost nearly $90 million to get the County up to the recommended
standards set by the National Parks and Recreation Association. The additional land will increase the park acreage per Harnett County resident. The Statewide
Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) is a detailed analysis of the supply and demand of outdoor recreation resources in NC. SCORP ranks NC
counties by current supply of recreation resources and provides a benchmark for how county recreational resources rank among the other 99 counties. Harnett
County currently ranks 90th in picnic shelters, 79th in athletic courts, 88th in playgrounds, 54th in athletic fields, and 51st in trail miles. This park also begins the
connection between the Town of Lillington and the Harnett County Government Complex. It could possibly become part of a greenway system (Harnett County
is deficient by 26 miles of greenway trails according to National Standards and benchmarking agencies). To develop Cape Fear Shiner County Park, the county
applied for a Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Grant and was awarded $400,000 in 2016. A match of $400,000 was required by the county. Funds are being
used for the amenities listed above. Hurricane Florence caused damage and flooding in the area where the park is located. The state granted a 12-month
extension, and the project is scheduled to be completed by October 2020.
Continue construction of Phase 1 of Cape Fear Shiner County Park and use matching funds from the PARTF grant to construct more amenities in the park.
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Parks & Recreation -- Cape Fear Shiner Park Development Phase 1 Completed
•Do nothing and continue to fall behind national standards for park facilities causing less quality of life offering for citizens and tourism opportunities.
•Wait until a future date to build on the property, hereby forfeiting the PARTF grant funds and spending more County funds at a future date.
•Construct Phase 1 of the park using the matching funds from the PARTF grant to construct more amenities in the park
Phase 1 was completed in October 2020, which will close out the PARTF grant funding. Ribbon cutting and grand opening took place on November 2, 2020.
Since January 2021, Cape Fear Shiner County Park attendance has exceeded 19,000 visitors.
With the opening of the Cape Fear Shiner Park and Patriots Park in FY 2021, Parks and Recreation will need additional maintenance staff to maintain the parks.
Additional operating expenses will include landscaping supplies and equipment.
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Parks & Recreation -- Capital Reserve Appropriations Approved-No Contracts
Continue $200,000 annual appropriations to the Parks Fund. Funds are used for small projects at existing parks and for development of new parks and facilities.
The funding allows many projects to be completed by county staff at a lower cost than if contracted. Funding will support the development of Patriots Park,
Shawtown Community Park, Northwest Harnett Park, water access sites, and the Benhaven Community Park.
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Transfer to Parks Capital Reserve 1,150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 2,750,0000200,000 200,000
1,150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 2,750,000Total Project Element 0 200,000 200,000
Funding Source
Transfer from General Fund 1,150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 2,750,0000200,000 200,000
1,150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 2,750,000TotalFunding Source 0 200,000 200,000
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 1,150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 2,750,0000200,000 200,000
1,150,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 2,750,000TotalOperating Effect 0 200,000 200,000
Harnett County is deficient in parks and recreation facilities throughout the county. A funding source for the parks listed above is needed. Utilizing the Parks
Fund, Parks and Recreation staff is able to complete much of the work in-house at a savings to the county.
Continue annual funding of the Parks Fund to allow for small projects throughout the county.
• Do nothing. If nothing is done, the parks listed above will not be constructed unless other funding sources are identified.
• Seek PARTF and other large grants to build one park at a time. While this option allows one park to be completed every five to seven years, it does not address
constructing needed and promised facilities at all of the parks currently owned by Harnett County. In other words, funding will be focused on one park at a time,
while others will not be developed in the short-term and must wait their turn for grant funding.
Parks Fund is being used to develop Patriots Park. Upcoming current projects include the development of Shawtown Community Park - Phase One and
renovation and addition of amenities at Benhaven Community Park. Other projected expenses include engineering and cost estimates for future projects, water
access site improvements, and possible monetary matches for grant funding.
Operating impact is shown in each capital project request.
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Parks & Recreation -- Greenway Trail Construction Capital Reserve
Appropriation
Approved-No Contracts
Annually, set aside funds for greenway construction after a greenway master plan has been developed. Leverage the county’s funds by seeking grant funds to
offset costs. Where feasible, ask developers to construct portions of greenways in lieu of the recreation exaction fee.
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Feasibility Study 65,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 65,000000
Transfer to Capital Reserve 0 0 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 700,0000100,000 100,000
65,000 0 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 765,000Total Project Element 0 100,000 100,000
Funding Source
Transfer from General Fund 65,000 0 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 765,0000100,000 100,000
65,000 0 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 765,000TotalFunding Source 0 100,000 100,000
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 65,000 0 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 765,0000100,000 100,000
65,000 0 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 765,000TotalOperating Effect 0 100,000 100,000
Harnett County's only existing greenway trail is the seven-mile Dunn-Erwin Rail Trail. According to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the county is deficient
by 26 miles of greenways. With projected population growth, the county will be deficient by 36 miles in 2030. The 2015 Comprehensive Plan and 2017 Parks and
Recreation Plan pointed to the need for more county greenways. Greenways are corridors of protected open space that often link nature preserves, parks,
schools, and communities together. In 2017 when the Harnett County Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan was developed, an integrated system
of trails and sidewalks was one of the key amenities that continued to be mentioned throughout public meeting. The statistically valid survey that was conducted
as part of the Comprehensive Master Plan concluded that a Greenway Trail system was one of the top priorities of the county. The survey also concluded that
walking for exercise was the highest program priority for adults and second highest for youth. National standards recommend 0.2 miles of greenway trails per
1,000 residents. Harnett County currently has 0.04 miles of greenway trail per 1,000 residents, which is only one-fifth of the national standard. Greenways are
usable by all residents regardless of age, race, gender, or income level and provide direct physical and mental stimulation through physical exertion and
engaging nature. Greenways promote healthy living, provide environmental benefits, and preserve nature. Greenways have the opportunity to increase property
values and create economic impacts. A housing development in Apex, NC increased the price of the homes adjacent to the greenway by $5,000 and those
homes were still the first to sell (Rails to Trails Conservancy: Economic Benefits of Trails and Greenways). Trail networks can also provide alternative
transportation links to allow citizens to access parks, schools, and towns/cities without having to drive. A Greenway Master Plan should be the first step in
addressing this need. The plan would identify specific greenway corridors. In doing so, it would allow the county to require land reservation or trail construction by
developers (in lieu of paying recreation fees). It would also assist the county in determining where greenway connections should go as new developments
continue to be built in portions of the county, specifically in northwest Harnett, where greenway connections could be made with Wake County’s greenway
system. A Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenway Plan began in May 2020 and will be completed for board approval in November 2020. Beginning in FY 2021, the
Parks and Recreation’s director request that a capital reserve be established for accumulating funds that could be used for greenway development. The fund
would be used to match grants. The director is requesting approximately $150,000 to $200,000 per year. The state has estimated that on average greenways
cost $1 million per mile to construct.
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Parks & Recreation -- Greenway Trail Construction Capital Reserve
Appropriation
Approved-No Contracts
Completing the master plan and setting aside funds for greenway development beginning in FY 2021 is recommended. Actual greenway construction will be
contingent on the county receiving matching grant funds.
• Do nothing. If nothing is done, the County will continue to fall behind national standards for greenway trails, which provide higher quality of life for residents and
have the potential to increase tourism.
• Complete the master plan for greenway development, but delay setting aside funding. This action would like cause land prices and development costs to
increase in the future. Delaying funding also means the county might not be able to move forward with partnerships with developers and neighboring jurisdictions.
• Complete the master plan and begin setting aside funds for greenway development.
A Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenway Plan was completed and adopted by the Board of Commissioners in January 2021. Parks and Recreation and
Development Services staff are working on implementing plan recommendations and preparing documentation for future greenway development funding.
There is no current impact on the operating budget as no trails have been constructed or scheduled for construction in near future. Bicycle, Pedestrian, and
Greenway Master Plan is project code GWMST with org-obj (4806120-519040).
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Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Development Phase 1 Completed
Develop Patriots Park, located on Ponderosa Road in the Johnsonville community. The site is adjacent to the Ponderosa Convenience Center, located at 721
Ponderosa Road. Phase 1 park amenities will include two open ball fields with backstops and walking trail. Phase 2 will include a picnic shelter and playground.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Construction 401,386 0 0 0 0 0 0 401,386325,000 0 0
Design, Engineering & Construction Ad 9,075 0 0 0 0 0 0 9,07510,000 0 0
Furnishings & Equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 012,000 0 0
410,461 0 0 0 0 0 0 410,461Total Project Element 347,000 0 0
Funding Source
Parks Capital Reserve 410,461 0 0 0 0 0 0 410,461347,000 0 0
410,461 0 0 0 0 0 0 410,461TotalFunding Source 347,000 0 0
Operating Effect
Increased Operating Costs 33,023 34,490 35,326 77,182 66,548 73,406 69,345 532,062070,686 72,056
Increased Revenue 0 -100 -100 -100 -200 -200 -200 -1,3000-200 -200
33,023 34,390 35,226 77,082 66,348 73,206 69,145 530,762TotalOperating Effect 0 70,486 71,856
Harnett County owns 18 acres on Ponderosa Road and constructed a convenience center on the property in 2018. During community meetings held to review
the convenience center site, residents indicated the strong desire to have a park co-located on the property if the convenience center was constructed. The site
is located in the southwestern part of the county where there are no existing parks or recreation facilities. Work is already underway by Parks and Recreation to
develop the seven acres that are not in wetlands. An entrance road and ball fields have been graded and constructed and will be available to the community for
use by the end of 2020, pending growth of grass seed. Phase 2 will include a picnic shelter and playground and will cost approximately $96,000. Both phases
will be funded from the Parks Fund. The county did not seek grant funding because of the relatively low cost and the fact an existing PARTF project (Cape Fear
Shiner Park) is being constructed at the same time.
Utilizing the Parks Fund, continue development of Phase 1 and 2, which should be complete by the end of 2020.
•Do nothing and use the park with only the Phase One amenities. The area will continue to be underserved by recreation facilities.
• Utilizing the Parks Fund, continue development of the Phase 2 (shelter and playground), which should be complete by the end of 2020.
The Park partially opened to the public with a ribbon cutting in May 2021. The fields were closed while turf was established. Currently, one of the multipurpose
fields is open while the other is still closed to establish turf and alleviate erosion control.
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Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Development Phase 1 Completed
Since the project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small amount of
funding.
The operating impact is general maintenance of the facility and part-time staff to open, close, and clean. Operating costs for Phase 2 are minimal with general
preventive maintenance and yearly replenishing of the playground mulch.
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Parks & Recreation -- Patriots Park Development Phase 2 Completed
Develop Phase 2 of Patriots Park, located on Ponderosa Road in the Johnsonville community by constructing a picnic shelter and playground in addition to the
ballfields under construction, which were requested by the community and expected to be complete in late 2020. The site is adjacent to the Ponderosa
Convenience Center, located at 721 Ponderosa Road.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
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Year 7:
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Project Element
Construction 95,982 0 0 0 0 0 0 95,98296,000 0 0
95,982 0 0 0 0 0 0 95,982Total Project Element 96,000 0 0
Funding Source
Parks Capital Reserve 95,982 0 0 0 0 0 0 95,98296,000 0 0
95,982 0 0 0 0 0 0 95,982TotalFunding Source 96,000 0 0
Harnett County owns 18 acres on Ponderosa Road and constructed a convenience center on the property in 2018. During community meetings held to review
the convenience center site, residents indicated the strong desire to have a park co-located on the property if the convenience center was constructed. The site
is located in the southwestern part of the county where there are no existing parks or recreation facilities. Work is already underway by Parks and Recreation
Department to develop the seven acres that are not in wetlands. An entrance road and ball fields have been constructed and will be available to the community
for use by the end of 2020, pending growth of grass. Phase 2 will include a picnic shelter and playground and will cost approximately $96,000.
Utilizing the Parks Fund, develop Phase 2.
• Do nothing beyond completion of Phase 1 amenities. The park will not provide the full range of facilities requested by the public.
• Utilizing the Parks Fund, continue development of the Phase 2 to include a picnic shelter and playground.
The picnic shelter and playground were installed, and the park opened to the public on May 5, 2021.
Since the project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small amount of
funding.
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Parks & Recreation -- Shawtown Community Park Development Approved-No Contracts
Develop next set of improvements at the park located on the former Shawtown School site, 645 Shawtown Road, Lillington. Improved amenities include a walking
trail, fitness stations, playground, and picnic shelter.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Construction 0 114,000 0 0 0 0 0 114,000114,000 0 0
Contingency 0 6,150 0 0 0 0 0 6,1506,150 0 0
Engineering 0 2,300 0 0 0 0 0 2,3002,300 0 0
Furnishings & Equipment 0 7,500 0 0 0 0 0 7,5007,500 0 0
Permits & Connection Fees 0 500 0 0 0 0 0 50050000
0 130,450 0 0 0 0 0 130,450Total Project Element 130,450 0 0
Funding Source
Parks Capital Reserve 0 130,450 0 0 0 0 0 130,450130,450 0 0
0 130,450 0 0 0 0 0 130,450TotalFunding Source 130,450 0 0
Harnett County owns the former Shawtown School and gymnasium. When part of the old school was demolished, County leaders at the time promised the
community a park on the site. Based on community input, a plan for the park was developed and calls for a community garden, rock garden, memorial garden,
playground areas, and a picnic shelter. An outdoor basketball court and upgrades to parking have already been constructed. The next set of improvements will
include a trail with fitness stations, playground, and picnic shelter. The Parks and Recreation Department proposes to work with Cooperative Extension to
develop the community garden, possibly utilizing grant funds. All other improvements would be funded from the Parks Fund.
Develop the park using mostly in-house labor and the Parks Fund.
• Do nothing. This option does not fulfill the county’s obligation to the community to provide a park on the former school site.
• Using mostly in-house labor, develop the park as time and funding allows from the Parks Fund.
• Seek additional funding sources to complete development of the entire park.
In June 2019, the county completed a substantial renovation of the old north classroom building, originally constructed in 1956, to bring it up to code for new
occupants. The building’s new occupants include the new Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Carolina: Robin Paige Club, which opened on August 26, 2019; ReEntry
Family Services, which was relocated from another location in the County; the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office Police Athletic League (PAL), which previously
operated out of the gymnasium on campus; and the Harnett County Work Readiness Training Center, which relocated from a building on the other side of the
campus. The facility also includes meeting space for organizations and community events, which may be reserved through the county. As part of the opening of
the renovated school building, Parks and Recreation installed an outdoor basketball court and parking lot. In addition to the renovation, the county demolished
the original classroom building and gymnasium, which were built in 1949 and had deteriorated to the point where renovation was no longer possible. Staff has
constructed the walking trail. The County has received additional $100,325 in funding from the State’s Budget, which will allow the County to install a larger
playground and picnic shelter. The additional State funds will also reduce the amount of funding from the Park Capital Reserve Fund.
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Parks & Recreation -- Shawtown Community Park Development Approved-No Contracts
Since the project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small amount of
funding.
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Public Library -- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Installation Completed
Install and implement RFID technology and equipment at the newly constructed Harnett County Public Library and Resource Center located at 455 McKinney
Parkway, Lillington, to allow patron self-checkout, better theft and inventory control, and better utilization of library staff for increased programming and information
needs.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Equipment Rental 1,200 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,200000
Furnishings & Equipment 79,016 0 0 0 0 0 0 79,016110,712 0 0
Management Software 2,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 2,000000
Other Contracted Services 7,013 0 0 0 0 0 0 02,572 0 0
Software & Implementation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 026,720 0 0
Supplies 10,643 0 0 0 0 0 0 10,64313,849 0 0
99,872 0 0 0 0 0 0 99,872Total Project Element 153,853 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 24,968 0 0 0 0 0 0 24,96838,463 0 0
Grants, Gifts, Etc.74,904 0 0 0 0 0 0 74,904115,390 0 0
99,872 0 0 0 0 0 0 99,872TotalFunding Source 153,853 0 0
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs -18,427 0 0 0 0 0 0 -18,427000
Increased Operating Costs 0 12,216 12,582 12,718 13,344 13,745 14,157 108,363014,582 15,019
Transfer from General Fund 38,463 -13,495 0 0 0 0 0 24,968000
20,036 -1,279 12,582 12,718 13,344 13,745 14,157 114,904TotalOperating Effect 0 14,582 15,019
During FY 2018-19 the Harnett County Public hosted 887 in-house programs with 10,807 attendees. These figures demonstrate a 19% increase in the number
of in-house library programs and a 10% increase in program attendance over FY 2017-18. The changing role of public libraries, coupled with an increased
number of residents seeking programming, constitutes a shift in focus from service desk transactions to hands-on training, programming, and other staff-
provided learning opportunities. Programs fill up quickly resulting in long wait-lists and the unfortunate practice of denying services. Increasing the number of
programs would require additional staff time. Library staff designated to provide programs have reached the limits of their ability to add programs. Often staff
members work on scheduled days off and accrue compensatory time beyond what is acceptable. Without additional staff, the library will not be able to keep up
with the increasing need and demand for additional programs.
The limited number of circulation employees often results in longer wait times for patrons with reference questions or requesting assistance with computer
related issues, public office equipment (copier, scanner, fax, etc.), and the print management station. This often leads to customer and staff frustration.
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Public Library -- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Installation Completed
Utilizing a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant available through NC Libraries, purchase and implement RFID and self-check technology. This
technology will allow library staff to shift time from checking out materials and managing the collection to meeting the demand for increased programming,
solving users' more complex information requests, and assisting with technology-related needs. RFID is recommended over other solutions because of long-
term cost-savings. Other benefits of RFID implementation include:
• Enhanced customer experience and privacy with self-service options
• Improved circulation efficiency with the capability to check in and process multiple items at one time
• Improved accuracy of inventory through RFID’s inventory control features
• Improved security of library materials
• Hire an additional full-time Library Program Specialist to meet the demand for additional programming and patron assistance at a cost of $29,573 plus benefits
annually. The salary and benefits cost over 10 years is estimated at $493,417.
• Hire two additional part-time Library Program Specialists to meet the demand for additional programming and patron assistance at a cost of $42,857 annually.
The salary and benefits cost over 10 years is estimated at $552,426.
• Implement RFID and self-check technology that will allow staff time to plan and implement additional programs and reduce wait times at the circulation desk to
free staff to focus on more complex information and technology needs.
• Do nothing and continue to frustrate and disappoint Harnett County residents that are denied participation in library hosted-programs and less-than-optimal
customer service.
Reponses to an RFP for RFID self-check system installation and maintenance were received in January of 2020. Proposals were received from five vendors;
after careful evaluation of proposed solutions and costs, the library selected Bibliotheca as the RFID project vendor.
In the fall of 2020 project planning began and the team finalized a project implementation plan with Bibliotheca. The library also received training and equipment
to begin the process of tagging the collection. The bulk of the tagging project was completed in early 2021.
In March of 2021 all other RFID equipment was delivered to the new Harnett County Resource Center and Library, including self-checkout stations, security
gates, antennas and a collection management device. Equipment training was completed in April.
Following installation and training, project evaluation data was compiled and included in a final project report that was sent to the State Library of North Carolina
in July 2021.
The project is now complete. There will be no spending related to this project in FY 2022 besides annual software and maintenance fees and the ongoing cost to
purchase tags for new items that are added to the library collection.
Implementing RFID requires that library materials are tagged with a special sensor encoded with data. As part of the move to the Harnett Resource Center and
Library, the existing collection will be weeded, packed and moved. As each item is being handled, it can also be tagged at the same time resulting in staff time
saved.
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Public Library -- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Installation Completed
The total FY 2020-2021 cost for this project will be $99,872. The library was awarded an LSTA Project Grant to cover 75% of projects costs ($74,904). The
library will be responsible for the remaining $24,968.
Ongoing project sustainability is dependent on two costs: annual software and maintenance fees and tagging of new items. Software and maintenance costs will
be $11,716 in year two and will increase 3% each year to total $14,1637 in the first five years. If the Library’s collection budget remains steady over the next few
years, the library anticipates spending approximately $650 a year to tag all new items.
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Social Services and Commons Area Roof Replacement Approved-No Contracts
Replace roof and repair the supporting structure for the Social Services and Commons buildings, located at 311 W Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
Project
TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Construction 0 285,600 0 0 0 0 0 285,600285,600 0 0
Contingency 0 14,280 0 0 0 0 0 14,28014,280 0 0
0 299,880 0 0 0 0 0 299,880Total Project Element 299,880 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 299,880 0 0 0 0 0 299,880299,880 0 0
0 299,880 0 0 0 0 0 299,880TotalFunding Source 299,880 0 0
Operating Effect
Transfer from General Fund 149,940 149,940 0 0 0 0 0 299,880000
149,940 149,940 0 0 0 0 0 299,880TotalOperating Effect 0 0 0
The existing roof is original to the buildings, which opened in 1996. The roof is out of warranty. When the Health Department roof began leaking, the Facilities
Department also had the Social Services/Commons roof assessed because it was constructed at the same time. At the time, the roofing contractor estimated
that the Social Services/Commons roof had only three to five years of remaining life before it would need to be replaced. The Health Department roof was
replaced in FY 2019.
Replace the roof, repair the support structure as needed and require a 20-year labor and material warranty from the roofing contractor.
• Do nothing. Failing to replace the roof within the recommended timeframe risks the onset of leaks and possible major damage to the interior of the building.
• Replace the roof within the timeframe recommended by the roofing contractor.
Estimates have been obtained for the roof replacement. Roof replacement is expected to be completed in FY 2022.
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Tax Office -- Billing & Collections Software Replacement New
Replace the Tax billing and collections software. The existing software does not integrate well with the current computer assisted mass appraisal (CAMA)
system. A single vendor for both CAMA and billing and collections software will reduce keying errors, produce more accurate reports, and provide other
efficiencies for the office.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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Year 6:
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Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 0 0 3,086 0 0 0 0 3,086000
Software & Implementation 0 0 270,117 0 0 0 0 270,117000
0 0 273,203 0 0 0 0 273,203Total Project Element 0 0 0
Funding Source
Capital Reserves 0 0 273,203 0 0 0 0 273,203000
0 0 273,203 0 0 0 0 273,203TotalFunding Source 0 0 0
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs 0 0 -176,025 -152,275 -156,843 -161,549 -166,395 -1,161,0020-171,387 -176,528
Increased Operating Costs 0 0 67,433 69,456 71,540 73,686 75,896 516,703078,173 80,519
Transfer from General Fund 0 0 273,203 0 0 0 0 273,203000
0 0 164,611 -82,819 -85,303 -87,863 -90,499 -371,096TotalOperating Effect 0 -93,214 -96,009
The existing Tax systems include Farragut's NCPTS billing and collections software and BI-Tek's CAMA software. The two software products do not integrate
well. Having accurate reports is a concern and requires extra work by staff to keep data clean and up to date. Specifically, staff must pull data from both
systems by fire districts, municipalities, solid waste, and county revenues. These reports affect budgeting for county departments, municipalities, and special
districts.
By having one vendor to supply software for all divisions of the Tax Department, a one-stop shop is created. Workflows and reports can be easily customized.
Mobile assessment tools are included to improve the efficiency of appraisal staff and will reduce data transfer errors. Compatible software reduces the chance
for errors from appraisal to billing to collections.
BI-Tek’s CAMA and billing and collections software is one interface that offers syncing at the click of a button without having to extract and upload data files.
Converting to BI-Tek’s billing and collections software would also eliminate the need for keying data into two separate interfaces.
BI-Tek offers features that would greatly improve workflows in the Tax office. The processes for annual billing are significantly simpler so it would not be as time
consuming as it is now. Currently, there is no end of year process to create future year abstracts. In BI-Tek, as soon as billing is complete, abstracts for personal
property for the next year can be created. With the current software, we must wait until end of year which takes place in November. Typically, by the time end of
year process is complete, there is not enough time to key new abstracts or the staff’s future files. BI-Tek also offers direct import of data files that is received
from NCDOR such as permanent plates, IRPs, mobile homes, and watercraft files, which are worked through a workflow process that would prevent
unnecessary abstracts from being created.
For the collections process, BI-Tek offers options to customize search functions so each user can choose their own preferences and provides more dynamic
search features. Overall, collections processes are simpler in BI-Tek. Currently, the department uses a third-party vendor for online listing services. BI-Tek has
an online listing service built into the software. This would eliminate the current cost for online listing and eliminate the need for a separate software. When
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taxpayers submit their listings online through BI-Tek, it is automatically sent to a customized workflow. The current process is more complicated and requires a
third-party vendor. Our current online listing vendor provides a generic interface for taxpayers to submit listings, which we download from another website and
then upload into our system.
For ease of use and increased value, converting to Bi-Tek for billing and collections software is the recommended option.
• Do nothing and continue with the current configuration using two different software systems.
• Continue to use BI-Tek's CAMA and move to BI-Tek's Billing and Collections software.
• Switch to Farragut's CAMA software and continue to use NCPTS. The attached cost comparison spreadsheet details the differences and projected costs for
alternatives 2 and 3.
There will be a decrease in annual software support costs.
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Solid Waste -- Bulldozer Replacement Completed
Replace a 2005 medium-sized bulldozer used daily in the Dunn-Erwin landfill located at 449 Daniels Road, Dunn.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
FY 2027
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TotalsBudget
Year 6:
FY 2028
Year 7:
FY 2029
Project Element
Furnishings & Equipment 428,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 428,000400,000 0 0
428,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 428,000Total Project Element 400,000 0 0
Funding Source
Solid Waste Capital Reserve 428,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 428,000000
Solid Waste Fund Balance 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0204,262 0 0
Solid Waste Operating Budget 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0195,738 0 0
428,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 428,000TotalFunding Source 400,000 0 0
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs -12,000 -18,000 -22,500 -28,125 0 0 0 -80,625000
Transfer from Solid Waste Fund 428,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 428,000000
416,000 -18,000 -22,500 -28,125 0 0 0 347,375TotalOperating Effect 0 0 0
The existing bulldozer is used daily at the landfill for pushing and covering construction and demolition and land clearing and inert debris. The current piece of
equipment is 14 years old with more than 11,000 hours on it and is continually breaking down. The industry standard is that equipment be replaced at or before
10 years of use. This equipment is subjected daily to rough conditions and in a harsh environment. Downtime and repair costs are escalating as a result of the
equipment’s age and condition. Without the equipment, landfill operations will be impacted, as well as the ability to comply with state regulations.
Purchase a new bulldozer in FY 2021 through state contract or from a vendor more competitive than state contract pricing.
Do nothing. Not replacing this piece of equipment will mean increasing downtime and repair costs. The county may not be able to comply with state regulations
requiring that waste materials be pushed, packed and covered on certain schedule. If equipment is not available or inoperable, staff cannot comply with this
required schedule.
The new D6 Caterpillar Dozer was delivered and placed into operation in December 2020.
The bulldozer replacement will reduce maintenance costs on an existing piece of equipment as well as improving efficiency in operations.
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Solid Waste -- Northwest Convenience Center Relocation Approved-No Contracts
Relocate the Northwest Convenience Center to 1971 Oakridge River Road, Fuquay-Varina to provide a larger and safer site to serve the growing population in
this area.
Project Budget Prior to
FY 2022
Current
Year:
FY 2022
Year 1:
FY 2023
Year 2:
FY 2024
Year 3:
FY 2025
Year 4:
FY 2026
Year 5:
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FY 2028
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Project Element
Construction 0 317,128 0 0 0 0 0 317,128000
Contingency 0 75,597 0 0 0 0 0 75,597000
Design, Engineering & Construction Ad 0 60,856 0 0 0 0 0 60,856000
Furnishings & Equipment 0 60,000 0 0 0 0 0 60,000000
0 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 513,581Total Project Element 0 0 0
Funding Source
Solid Waste Capital Reserve 0 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 513,581000
0 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 513,581TotalFunding Source 0 0 0
Operating Effect
Decreased Costs 0 0 0 -2,500 -2,500 -2,500 -2,500 -15,0000-2,500 -2,500
Transfer from Solid Waste Fund 0 513,581 0 0 0 0 0 513,581000
0 513,581 0 -2,500 -2,500 -2,500 -2,500 498,581TotalOperating Effect 0 -2,500 -2,500
The existing solid waste convenience center, located at 1260 Cokesbury Road, Fuquay-Varina, is outdated and no longer safely accommodates the needs of
residents in this area of the county. The site averages 738 per visitors per week. The county leases the one-acre site for $2,500 per year, but only a small
fraction of the property is useable, so expansion is not feasible. The small size and inefficient configuration make it inadequate. Newer convenience centers have
a more efficient design that offer more waste disposal options and better traffic flow through the site. The Cokesbury Road site is not large enough to segregate
pedestrians from vehicles, and traffic backs up onto Cokesbury Road during peak usage, both of which are safety concerns. The site is also located on a narrow
secondary road and the entrance and exit are located in a curve, another concern for traffic safety.
Last year the county purchased property on Oakridge River Road, Fuquay-Varina to re-locate this convenience center. This 2.5-acre area reserved for the
convenience site provides ample room to provide an expanded center that is safer and configured for better traffic flow within the site. It would also offer
additional options for waste disposal, such as used oil, oil filters, scrap tires, white goods, and scrap metal. Last year, the county obtained a conditional use
permit to build a convenience center on the Oakridge River Road property.
The recommendation is to construct a new site on the county owned property at 1979 Oakridge River Rd, Fuquay-Varina, which is better suited to accept the
number of vehicles and citizens that utilize the convenience site in this area. This site will provide an ample amount of space to receive trash and recycling in a
more user friendly, more accommodating, and safer manner for the Northwest area. Although the need for relocation is prevalent, we are recommending a
phased approach to construction starting in FY2022. Phase 1 of 2 would utilize the upper half of the property and would include installation of road and staging
area for receiving trash and recycling. Harnett County Solid Waste Department will utilize staff and equipment to complete the majority of Phase 1.
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Solid Waste -- Northwest Convenience Center Relocation Approved-No Contracts
• Do nothing. If nothing is done, the circulation within the site, its small size, and its location on Cokesbury Road will continue to create safety concerns for the
center’s users.
• Utilizing the property the county purchased last year, construct a new convenience center that allows for better circulation within the site and safer entrance into
and exit from the site. This option also results in savings from no longer having to lease the Cokesbury Road site.
The department is reviewing plans and costs estimates to establish a phased approach to begin construction of Phase 1 in FY 2022. This phased approach will
utilize Solid Waste staff and equipment to proceed with constructing the infrastructure needed, which allows the department to open the site while also providing
a significant cost savings. This approach will assist in the efforts and plans to build a capital reserve without exhausting all funds in one fiscal year. Board of
Commissioners approved the project ordinance on September 7, 2021. The department is moving forward with procurement process.
The largest impact will be to general operations by utilizing current landfill staff. Duties and tasks need to be reviewed to make sure everything is covered for
general operations at the landfill while workers and equipment are reassigned to this project. By doing a phased approach, this will not impact our budget with an
initial costly effect to expenditures, and expenses can be dispersed over the next two years, while providing a more than adequate space and continued services
for waste disposal for our citizens in the area.
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
Operating Impact
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Future Projects
Currently, the county lacks sufficient data, revenue, or debt capacity to schedule these projects. If these issues are resolved, these projects may
appear in a future CIP.
Construct a new animal services shelter facility at a location to be determined.
Animal Services -- Animal Shelter Replacement Future
The existing facility was built more than 25 years ago, with an addition constructed in 2005, and is operating at maximum capacity. It is located on
land owned by Harnett Regional Water and is adjacent to the North Harnett Wastewater Treatment Plant. Harnett Regional Water plans to expand the
plant in the next five to six years and will need the property on which the animal shelter is located.
A new facility could provide needed space for a veterinarian office, a surgical room, and a better environment for adoption of animals, as well as
improve the flow of animals from intake through adoption. The new facility would provide space to separate adoptable animals from animals
quarantined for health or behavior issues and increase the holding capacity of the shelter. The 32 dog runs and the small 15 cage intake room for
cats remain at maximum capacity with multiple cats often occupying one cage. Between 2015 to 2019, 18,424 dogs and cats came to the shelter and
of those 5,012 were euthanized, many for lack of space or treatable illness despite being eligible for adoption.
There is inadequate space and layout for the treatment and testing of animals, food preparation, laundry and dishes, and adoption visitation. There is
one room for laundry and medical, which is also the room where small sick animals are housed. The facility has no onsite space for spay neuter
surgeries. When facilitating adoptions, the existing shelter only has one meet and greet room and a dog play yards. Additional areas are needed for
adopters to meet with animals and for animals to get exercise outside their kennels which is necessary for enrichment best practices. The single
kennel area for all incoming animals contributes to cross contamination and disease. Best practices suggest shelters have separate holding areas for
incoming animals, quarantine animals, isolation animals and healthy adoptable animas. The existing shelter has two separate kennel areas - one
indoor/outdoor with 16 kennels for intake and 16 all-indoor with side-by-side dividers for adoption-ready animals.
Drainage design is via open trench in the holding kennels. Inside, the drain runs one direction, and outside, it runs the opposite direction. The design
greatly increases the transmission of disease due to the washing and spraying of excrement past the kennels of young, unvaccinated animals and
healthy animals. The open front trench design poses a safety risk. The chain link doors all open outward increasing the difficulty of entering and
exiting kennels safely and quickly, which increases the chance for dogs to escape. The doors cause hoses to get caught and pulled into the drain,
which increases cleaning time due to constant opening and closing or the maneuvering around doors.
Conduct a feasibility study to determine the location, building needs, and cost.
• Do nothing and continue to operate as is for the foreseeable future, but this will not address the need for Harnett County Regional Water to expand
the Wastewater Treatment plant to expand onto the site of the existing facility, which is needed as a result of increased county growth.
• Contract with another group to oversee and manage the animal sheltering capabilities in the county. However, there is no local existing agency with
a positive past performance of operating as a shelter to meet the needs and volume of Harnett County.
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Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Construct a new Board of Elections facility at a location to be determined.
Board of Elections -- Facility Replacement/Renovation Future
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The existing facility is 2,600 square feet and is operating at maximum capacity. The facility and land belong to Harnett Regional Water, which will
eventually need the site for future growth of the Water Treatment Plant. The facility includes office space, limited supply storage, and a 250 square-
foot room that is used for meetings and early voting. Election equipment and supplies are stored offsite at the county warehouse in an additional
1,000 square-foot storage area. The current building has inadequate space to hold board meetings, election trainings, and early voting. Depending
on the size of the board meeting, meeting space must be scheduled in advance at the current Board of Elections office, Harnett County Administration
conference room, Harnett County Commissioners meeting room or Harnett County Commons Area. Depending on room availability and number of
election workers, elections training is held at Harnett Regional Water training room or Harnett County Commons Area. Early voting locations change
and cause voter confusion and frustration. Early voting for the 2020 Primary election was held at the Board of Elections office, while early voting for
the 2020 General election was held at the Harnett County Commons Area.
The existing facility’s roof leaks, especially when gutters clog, the driveway floods during heavy rains, and the backroom floods when the water heater
drain clogs. There is limited parking, with only 18 spots available – two handicap spots and 16 regular spots. During elections, all staff, election
workers and election observers must park across the street at an apartment complex, which also has limited parking. Voters park in the few spots at
the elections office, at the apartment complex, and along side of the road. When voters park along side of the road, delivery trucks are not able to
make deliveries to Harnett Regional Water Treatment Plant.
Limited storage areas impose additional work on staff. Secure items, such as ballots and laptops, are stored at the current facility. Most election
equipment and supplies are stored offsite in locked cages at the county warehouse, which is a mile away from the Board of Elections office. Staff
make numerous back and forth trips to the warehouse during election times to test voting machines and pack, clean, and organize supplies prior to
each election. Better customer service could be provided if the office was fully staffed during election times.
A new larger facility will provide the needed space on a year-round basis. During non-election times, staff will need space to organize, clean, and
repair all supplies; test voting equipment; conduct election worker training; host post-election audits, recounts, precinct sorts and other recounts as
necessary
Conduct a feasibility study to determine building needs and cost.
• Do nothing and continue to operate out of multiple sites. This option runs the risk of a break down in the chain of custody and security of election
related tasks and causes voter confusion.
• Construct a new building for the Board of Elections that is designed for election related tasks and can house all operations at one site.
• Add on to current facility to allow for storage of equipment and supplies on-site. Would still need to hold early voting and trainings elsewhere.
• Conduct a feasibility study to determine the location, building needs, and cost.
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Repair the drainage system located on the main Harnett Campus, 1075 E. Cornelius Harnett Blvd., Lillington.
Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) -- Drainage System
Repair
Future
College maintenance staff have determined that the storm water management system, a series of drainage lines that carry runoff from parking lots, is
showing signs of failure. The drainage system was installed with the first buildings on campus, is more than 40 years old, and has not been modified
as buildings and parking areas have been added. During heavy rainstorms, the parking lot and the area around the Continuing Education building are
flooded. The college is concerned that this could eventually affect the structure of the building, impact surrounding trees, and do damage to the
parking lot by eroding the soil below the parking lot. Maintenance staff believe the drainage lines are undersized and need to be replaced.
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Although the county engineer reviewed the problem and a local contractor provided an estimate to replace the system, a full study of the problem that
would include future expansion of the campus and a cost estimate is recommended. The college should obtain a cost estimate for the study and
request that as part of the FY 2023 operating budget.
CCCC is currently going through a master planning process. The project is currently on hold.
Recommended Solution
Current Stage of Project
Develop a building program and cost estimate to finish approximately 12,150 square feet of shell space in the Harnett County Courthouse, located at 301
W Cornelius Harnett Blvd, Lillington to meet Clerk of Court and other court-related needs.
Courthouse Shell-Space Upfit Future
When the courthouse was originally constructed, 12,150 square feet of the third floor was constructed as “shell space,” meaning the space is not
finished and could be renovated to accommodate a range of needs. The original plans called for this space to be future courtrooms, however two
decades have passed since these plans were made and this space needs to be reassessed to determine whether the original plan still constitutes the
best use of this space or if an alternative use would be preferable.
Because the county has not systematically assessed the need, the third alternative is recommended. The Facilities Maintenance Manager estimates
this study would cost approximately $30,000. County management and the Board of Commissioners have discussed including a feasibility study for
the unfinished courthouse space in a County-wide space needs assessment.
•Do nothing: The space could remain as is for the foreseeable future, but this would not address court system needs or any other County needs for
this space.
•Finish the space for courtrooms: While this meets the original intent for the space, there may be other court and/or County needs that have not been
presented to the county.
•Assess all possible needs which could be addressed by refinishing this space, identify the most critical, and hire an architect to develop a building
program and cost estimate.
The project is currently awaiting the completion of a space needs assessment.
The operating impact will be utility costs for gas, water, and electricity.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
Operating Impact
Improve or replace the county’s garage, located at 1100 E McNeill St, Lillington, to provide an adequate space for maintaining the county’s increasing
fleet, improve wait times for vehicle service, and ensure the safety of garage staff.
Fleet Maintenance Facility Improvement or Replacement Future
The County’s existing maintenance garage is too small and is inefficiently designed for increased service demands. Three bays limit the number of
vehicles that can be serviced at one time. The bays are too small to service some of the county’s larger vehicles. Lift and other equipment have aged
beyond the recommended useful life. Some improvements to the facility have been made in house, including improving the office areas and
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restrooms and moving the used oil collection tank outside.
Fleet Maintenance staff recommends an addition to the backside of the existing Fleet Maintenance facility. Expand the facility with a 40'x80'x20' pre-
engineered building (metal lean-to addition) that would house three large bays and a large stockroom. One bay would contain a 30,000-lb capacity
heavy-duty 4-post lift with two 15,000-lb jacks; second bay would contain a 10,000-lb capacity 2-post asymmetric lift; third bay would be used as a
drive-in bay with no lift equipment; fourth bay would be used as a stock/supply room. An existing portion of the back wall would be removed to connect
the two buildings.
• Expand the existing facility. The three existing bays are frequently full. There is potential to add to the rear of the existing building. Expanding the
facility with additional larger bays and a larger stockroom would allow staff to accommodate the increased demand for vehicle service, improve
efficiency and reduce wait times for departments waiting on vehicle repairs.
• Replace existing facility. Hire an architect to develop a building scope and cost estimate.
•Replace only the lifts and other aging equipment. This option does not address the size of the bays or the need to increase the number of bays to
service a growing fleet.
•Finally, do nothing. If nothing is done, then none of the concerns mentioned above will be addressed.
The project is currently on hold.
The operating impact will be utility costs for gas, water, and electricity.
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
Operating Impact
Replace the district’s second oldest remaining, 39,454-square-foot school, located at 340 Main Street, Buies Creek, with a new school to be located on a
new site.
Harnett County Schools -- Buies Creek Elementary School
Replacement
Future
The main part of the 36,750-square-foot facility was built in 1948. A gym was added in 1957 and a media center in 2005. In addition to its age, the
school has 205 students, below its rated capacity of 250. Mobile units provide additional classroom space. The existing site is 5.9 acres and is
landlocked, so there is no room to expand the school on site. The Board of Education has deemed this project as Tier 3, meaning they would like to
see it move forward in the next four to sevem years. Currently, no cost estimate has been obtained and the county does not have sufficient funds to
replace the school. To fund this project, Harnett County will need to issue additional debt. The school system is requesting that this be a future project
in the CIP.
Define Problem
Upgrade remaining security cameras at seven schools from analog to digital technology.
Harnett County Schools -- Camera Upgrades Future
Harnett County Schools applied for and received grant funds to upgrade security cameras at 19 schools. This project would complete upgrades at the
remaining seven schools. Existing cameras at these schools are outdated and replacements are not available. Videos of incidents are not reliable with
the existing technology, as videos often have missing segments.
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Move forward with this project when a funding source has been identified.
Using grant funds, cameras have been upgraded at 19 schools.
Recommended Solution
Current Stage of Project
Construct a 62,000-square-foot custodial and grounds facility warehouse on the lot next to 1500 South Main Street, Lillington, to provide adequate space
for custodial and grounds staff, supplies, and equipment.
Harnett County Schools -- Custodial & Grounds Warehouse
Replacement
Future
The current custodial and grounds facility is located at 703 South 8th Street, Lillington. The facility and land are part of the real property exchange
among Harnett County, the Town of Lillington, and Harnett County Schools, which was approved on December 6, 2021. As part of the agreement, the
current facility and site will transfer from Harnett County Schools to the Town of Lillington. Items from the current facility will be stored in County-
owned warehouse space, which will be leased from the County by Harnett County Schools until a new facility is warehouse facility is built.
Construct a new custodial and grounds warehouse on land already owned by Harnett County Schools. This will free up the County-owned warehouse
facility at 125 Alexander Drive, Lillington, and allow the County to use this space for other needs. Move forward with this project when a funding
source has been identified.
A feasibility study was done in August 2020 to determine building needs and costs. Harnett County Schools issued a request for qualifications (RFQ)
for an architect in August 2021.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Current Stage of Project
Replace locks on 58 doors at 17 schools with electronic door locks that can be controlled remotely.
Harnett County Schools -- Electronic Door Locks Future
Modern technology allows electronic locking systems that can be controlled remotely and provide a record of everyone entering the building. Security
protocols call for doors to be locked in emergency situations. The ability to lock the doors remotely improves security. The project would allow HCS to
place electronic door locks on the remaining doors in the district that need them. All schools currently have remote door locks at the main entrances,
but these funds would complete the project.
Move forward with this project when a funding source has been identified.
Electronic locking systems have been installed at all schools on main entrances.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Current Stage of Project
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Renovate Lafayette Elementary School, located at 108 Lafayette School Road, once a portion of students have moved to the new Northwest Harnett
Elementary School.
Harnett County Schools -- Lafayette Elementary School Renovation Future
The 74,152-square-foot school was originally built in 1948 and was added onto in 1957. The latest major renovation occurred in 1992 after a fire
destroyed parts of the school. A minor renovation was done in 2005. After a portion of students move to the new school, the Board of Education would
like to renovate the school, possibly for additional uses, but the exact nature of the renovations has not been determined. The Board of Education has
identified this as a Tier 2 project, meaning it is needed in the next two to three years.
Define Problem
In a future CIP, consider funding for Overhills High tennis court resurfacing and South Harnett windows replacement when cost estimates have been
obtained.
Harnett County Schools -- Maintenance Projects Future
Construct a new 174,000-square-foot school to accommodate 1,200 students and to alleviate existing and projected overcrowding at Harnett Central and
Overhills middle schools.
Harnett County Schools -- New South Harnett Lillington Middle
School
Future
Harnett Central Middle currently has 163 more students than its rated capacity, and the number of students is projected to increase by 273 in the next
eight years. Though not yet over its rated capacity, Overhills Middle is projected to exceed its rated capacity by 16 students in the next eight years.
Altogether, Harnett Central, Overhills, and Western Harnett middle schools are projected to add 206 students by the 2028-29 school year. These
schools already have a combined 15 mobile units. Mobile units provide several challenges for effective instructions. They are more difficult to secure
and less energy efficient. During drills, students must vacate the mobile units and enter the main part of the schools. The Board of Education has
identified the new middle school as a Tier 1 project, meaning it is requested as soon as possible. An architect has developed a preliminary cost
estimate using construction costs of similar schools in the region. A detailed cost study will be needed before funding could be considered. In
addition, the preliminary cost estimate projects the school will cost $55 million, and Harnett County currently lacks the funding to move forward with
this project. To fund this project, Harnett County will need to issue additional debt.
Define Problem
Construct a new 305,250-square-foot high school to accommodate 1,850 students and alleviate existing and projected overcrowding at Overhills and
Harnett Central high schools.
Harnett County Schools -- New South Harnett Lillington/Highland
High School
Future
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Overhills High School currently has 318 more students than its rated capacity, and the number of students is projected to increase by 151 in the next
eight years. Though not yet over its rated capacity, Harnett Central High School is projected to exceed its rated capacity by 246 students in the next
eight years. Altogether, Harnett Central, Overhills, and Western Harnett high schools are projected to add 377 students by the 2028-29 school year.
These schools already have a combined 27 mobile units. Mobile units provide several challenges for effective instructions. They are more difficult to
secure and less energy efficient. During drills, students have to vacate the mobile units and enter the main part of the schools.
The Board of Education has identified the new high school as a Tier 1 project, meaning it is requested as soon as possible. An architect has
developed a preliminary cost estimate using construction costs of similar schools in the region. A detailed cost study will be needed before funding
could be considered. In addition, the preliminary cost estimate projects the school will cost $95 million and Harnett County currently lacks the funding
to move forward with this project. In order to fund this project, Harnett County will need to issue additional debt.
Construct a new transportation facility to replace the existing facility, located at 8 West Harnett Street, Lillington, to provide adequate space to service
district busses and other vehicles.
Harnett County Schools -- Transportation Maintenance Facility
Replacement
Future
The existing transportation facility is wholly inadequate for the district’s needs. Built in 1953, the facility only has six bus bays (two were added in
1998), when 12 are needed. The existing site is not large enough to accommodate a new facility, so the project will involve land acquisition.
Construct a new transportation facility when land and funds have been identified. The project will be debt funded.
The project was awarded to SFL+A Architects, and they are working on a new cost estimate.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Current Stage of Project
Project Description: Construct a 55-bed, 8,750-square-foot addition and recreation yard at the Harnett County Detention Center, located at 175 Bain St,
Lillington, to continue to receive revenue from housing non-local inmates for other entities.
Harnett County Sheriff -- Detention Center Housing Unit Addition Future
The county’s detention center opened in 2009. The detention center’s core facilities and the building site were master planned to add three housing
units in the future. For the last two years, the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office has submitted as a capital project the construction of one of the housing
units. The stated intent of building the housing unit now is to provide secure detention for non-county inmates, such as federal and state prisoners, for
which the county receives reimbursement at daily rates of $45 per day for state inmates and $60 for federal. The local jail population is increasing and,
it is projected that by FY 2030 the county will no longer have capacity for non-county inmates. In the meantime, this funding source will decline each
year as non-county inmates are displaced by local inmates.
Because this funding source generates substantial revenue for the county--between $429,443 in FY 2016 and $1,205,967 in FY 2013--the Sheriff’s
Office has proposed that building the housing unit will help ensure the county continues to receive this revenue. The Sheriff’s Office has also been
encouraged by the US Marshal to house federal inmates.
The revenue on the existing jail will decline as the county’s local inmates displace beds currently used for outside inmates. This revenue loss is
inevitable. Whether the county builds an additional housing unit is a self-contained decision and has no effect on this revenue loss. The question is
whether the new housing unit will generate sufficient revenue to pay the operating and capital costs of the new unit.
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The county is not in the financial position to build a housing unit that will not be needed for more than 10 years. This would tie up debt capacity that is
needed for schools and other county needs. The federal government will not give any guarantees about its usage of the housing unit, leaving the
county to assume the financial risk for debt and fixed operating costs. Simply, the risk far outweighs the reward.
• Do nothing. If nothing is done, the county will need to begin planning a new jail to open in the early 2030s. In the meantime, the county will avoid the
operating cost of the new pod, but will not have revenue to offset the capital cost of the pod in 11+ years.
• Five scenarios were developed and based on assumptions about the mix of outside inmates and the occupancy rate of the housing unit. The
occupancy rate means of the number of beds available to house outside inmates, what percentage of them are actually used. In the past six years,
the occupancy rate has been as low as 33% and as high as 95%. Often these rates are tied to federal policy and the relationship the county has with
the US Marshal’s Office. During the Obama administration, the occupancy rates were lower than during the Trump administration. With a presidential
election occurring in 2020, federal policy could change again, and in fact, could change two more times before the projected revenue is collected.
Likewise, the current US Marshal, who has ties to Harnett County, could be replaced with someone with less interest in housing federal inmates here.
If the housing unit is constructed, the county will lose (meaning spend more than the revenue generated) between $2.3 million and $7.2 million during
the 10 year period, depending on the assumptions made. In the scenario supported by the Sheriff’s Office, the county would spend $3.6 million more
than it takes in.
• An argument can be made that if revenue covers operating cost, any excess can help offset the capital expense for a housing unit it will need in the
future. In two of the scenarios, the housing unit would not cover the operating costs. In the scenario supported by the Sheriff’s Office, the county would
generate $594,297 to cover debt service of $4.2M.
There has been no change in this future project.
If the housing unit project is approved, replacement of the intercom system and video surveillance system could be included as equipment costs and
the requested generator could also be added to the project.
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
Relation to Other Projects
Construct a new 1,800-square-foot building at 175 Bain Street, Lillington, to relocate the crime scene processing bay and give the Sheriff’s Office
additional evidence storage space.
Harnett County Sheriff -- Evidence Storage & Crime Scene
Processing Bay
Future
The amount of evidence the Sheriff’s Office is required to store is constantly increasing. The existing evidence room has reached capacity.
The existing crime scene bay/vehicle processing garage is located next to the evidence storage room. By relocating the crime scene processing bay,
the Sheriff’s Office could expand the existing evidence storage room into the processing bay. Additional shelving and an access door would also be
needed in the evidence storage room A new building housing the crime scene bay would be constructed in a secure area behind the Detention Center.
Construct a separate building for crime scene vehicle processing and expand the existing evidence storage area into the area currently used for
vehicle processing. This is recommended as a future project since a site location needs to be identified and no cost estimate for site work was
obtained.
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Recommended Solution
Alternatives
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• Do nothing. If nothing is done, the evidence room will not be able to house all the evidence that is required to be stored.
• Find offsite, less secure storage for evidence.
• Construct a new building in a secure location and relocate the crime scene processing bay. Expand the existing evidence room in the former
processing bay.
Purchase and install a 1,000 KW generator at the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center, located at 175 Bain St, Lillington to provide
sufficient backup power to run the building systems, including HVAC.
Harnett County Sheriff -- Generator Purchase and Installation Future
The existing 400 KW generator runs only the 911 Center fully. It operates life and safety equipment in the Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center, but
does not run the heating and air conditioning systems. When the Detention Center loses power, humidity levels rise in the housing units, sometimes to
the point where the fire alarm is activated. After power is restored, it may take several hours to reduce humidity levels. Even if power is off only for a
short time, the HVAC systems returns to default systems and maintenance staff has to reset them.
The state requires the jail to have a plan for moving inmates to other facilities if the power loss is for a sustained period of time and temperatures dip
below 68 degrees in the winter and rise above 85 degrees in the summer. To date, no inmates have been moved for this issue.
The Manager recommends evaluating the purchase of the second generator before moving ahead with this project.
• Do nothing. If nothing is done, the Detention Center will continue to see problems with the HVAC system not running during periods power is off.
Humidity levels and the reset of the HVAC system to default controls will continue to present operational challenges.
• Purchase a larger, 1,000 KW generator to run all systems in the Detention Center, Sheriff’s Office, and 911 Center. The Sheriff’s Office has obtained
a quote for purchase and installation of the generator, at a cost of $385,960.
• Purchase a second, smaller generator. Purchasing a second generator to run the HVAC system would resolve the issue. A second generator would
be much less costly and likely less to install. A second generator would also provide redundancy in case one of the generator fails. The only down
side would be that maintaining a second generator would be slightly more costly, estimated at around $550 per year.
The Sheriff’s Office received a quote from Dewberry Engineers in September 2021 for a study to determine the necessary upgrades for the addition of
a whole building generator and replacement of the main switchgear. The study will document existing utility service loads to determine the generator
capacity required to support the entire facility, and any electrical system modifications (ATS’s, distribution equipment, etc.) required to make the
upgrades. As part of the study a construction cost analysis will be performed, and the resulting cost estimate report will be provided to the owner at the
end of the study.
If the housing unit project is approved, the generator could be purchased as part of that project. It would add approximately $30,000 per year in debt
service costs.
The Sheriff’s Office is relying on a 10-year-old generator, which still does not supply back up power for the entire facility. The present generator does
not provide back-up to the Sheriff’s offices, only emergency lighting. The 911 Center is fully on the generator for back-up power.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
Relation to Other Projects
Operating Impact
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Construct a 6,969-square-foot airport terminal at HRJ, located at 615 Airport Road, Erwin, to create a “Gateway to Harnett,” improve jetport services, and
provide office space for Economic Development.
Harnett Regional Jetport (HRJ) -- New Terminal Construction Future
Built in 1983 the existing 2,200-square-foot terminal is outdated and its waiting area, meeting facilities and pilot spaces are inadequate. Office space
for airport staff is also lacking. The terminal’s antiquated design does not portray the county and its economic development efforts in the best light. A
2018 ITRE research study showed the airport has a $176.5 million annual economic impact. Because of its demonstrated connection and potential
impact, co-location of the county’s Economic Development offices is desired.
Originally, the county planned to use the balance of the Article 44 Capital Reserve for airport projects. The addition of the lighting rehabilitation project
(+191,267), an increase in the airport apron project (+62,377), the increase in the terminal project (+824,851), and a misunderstanding about what the
state is willing to commit to the project (+293,971) increases the county’s overall cost by $1.4 million to $3.4 million. The increased costs of the airport
result from construction costs escalation, unexpected sewer modifications, and fuel filling point relocation. The Article 44 Capital Reserve has a
balance of approximately $3 million. The end result is that the county needs to seek additional revenues to fund this project.
• Do nothing. If nothing is done, the jetport’s terminal will continue to be outdated and undersized. The limited spaces for meetings, waiting, and pilots
makes it less desirable for flights and for use as a meeting space.
• Construct a new 6,969-square-foot terminal. The lower level would house two conference rooms, additional office space for airport staff, a pilot
lounge with shower area, a larger waiting lounge, and office space for Economic Development. The upper floor, accessible without entering the lower
level, would house another meeting space and observation platform, which should be an attractive meeting space for economic development and
other needs. A temporary terminal will also be needed during construction, so that the old one can be demolished to make way for the new one. The
project would consist of these improvements, along with necessary infrastructure and site improvements. No additional land is needed, as everything
would be built on property currently owned by Harnett County.
The design portion is complete. The NC General Assembly approved $6M for Harnett Regional Jetport Airport Development, some of which is
earmarked for Terminal Construction. Bids are expected to be received in April 2022. Estimated cost could be in the area of $4M+ given the current
construction industry.
There is no operating impact.
Define Problem
Recommended Solution
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
Operating Impact
Acquire software to upgrade and standardize all HVAC controls in buildings on the main Lillington campus.
HVAC Control Upgrades and Standardization in Multiple Locations Future
Existing HVAC controls vary from building to building. Some systems are out-of-date and are not operating on secure platforms. The Facilities
Department must maintain the different systems.
The construction of the Harnett Resource Center and Library and the replacement of the chiller at the Administrative Building and cooling towers at
the courthouse have allowed the purchase of a standard control system for these buildings. With time to evaluate these systems, staff will be in a
better position to recommend a standardized system.
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Recommended Solution
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• Do nothing: Without standardizing controls, systems will continue to be out of date, operate on non-secure platforms, and require Facilities staff
knowledge of multiple systems. In some cases, the existing systems do not allow the most efficient control of HVAC systems. In addition to having to
learn multiple systems, staff cannot always make changes without going through the vendor.
• Standardize the controls of the Harnett Resource Center and Library. Use this as a starting point for how existing buildings can be standardized in the
future.
The project is currently on hold.
The project will provide cost savings on utilities.
Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
Operating Impact
Continue to develop the remaining 800 acres of Anderson Creek Park, located at 1491 Nursery Rd, Lillington, as a large passive recreation park. The
remaining elements to be constructed include equestrian trails, additional walking trails, mountain biking trails, additional parking, additional picnic
shelters, another playground, interpretive signage, and a staff building. Utilizing a state grant, the county has already developed 200 acres, including a
roadway, disc golf, picnic shelter, playground, three miles of walking trails, nature education, and a pond overlook.
Parks & Recreation -- Anderson Creek Park Development (Future
Phases)
Future
The county purchased this tract from Harnett Forward Together Committee (HFTC) and is paying itself back through recreation fees collected in the
area. The deed contained a restriction that part of the tract must be used for a park. Fifty acres of the site has been reserved for a future school site
and NC Forestry may locate here as well.
The size of the park is conducive to constructing a regional park that will attract visitors from surrounding counties and could be an economic
development driver.
The Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) is a detailed analysis of the supply and demand of outdoor recreation resources in
NC. SCORP ranks NC counties by current supply of recreation resources and provides a benchmark for how county recreational resources rank
among the 100 counties. Harnett County currently ranks 90th in picnic shelters, 88th in playgrounds, and 51st in trail miles (this high only because of
Raven Rock State Park). The mountain biking trails would be the first in the County except the trails recently opened at Raven Rock State Park.
In 2009 a master plan of the park was developed calling for the existing and future amenities.
It is recommended to acquire cost estimates and planning documentation for development of bicycle and equestrian trails and facilities. Currently, the
county lacks funding to move ahead with the full future phase of the project. Until that is addressed, we should continue to make improvements using
the park fund.
• Do nothing. If nothing is done, the county will continue to operate the park as is, but it will likely not have the regional draw that would generate
economic development.
• Fund improvements incrementally through the parks fund. This approach will avoid the necessity of applying for grant funds, but it will take a long
time to complete the amenities identified for this park, especially considering the numerous other parks currently in development in the county.
• Apply for PARTF funding from the state for a 50% match. The option provides the most resources, but may not be the best use of PARTF, as there
are higher priorities for constructing parks (this is 7 out of 10 for the department).
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Since the project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small
amount of funding.
Develop a park at the site of the old Boone Trail School, located at 8500 Old Highway 421, Lillington, that was destroyed by fire in May 2019. An initial
concept plan developed with input from the community included a renovated entrance drive, memorial walkway, amphitheater, basketball court, picnic
shelter, restroom facility, and walking trail.
Parks & Recreation -- Boone Trail Park Development Future
Harnett County owns 13.5 acres where the old Boone Trail School was located before being destroyed by fire. Of that amount, 6.25 acres have
already been developed into the Boone Trail Community Center & Library and include active park amenities. The community would like the remaining
portion of the property developed into a park. The burned building was demolished in September 2019.
The additional land will increase the park acreage per citizen of Harnett County. The planned amphitheater will be the first for Harnett County Parks &
Recreation. The amphitheater will also increase the programming opportunities within the department. The Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor
Recreation Plan (SCORP) is a detailed analysis of the supply and demand of outdoor recreation resources in NC. SCORP ranks NC counties by
current supply of recreation resources and provides a benchmark for how county recreational resources rank among the 100 counties. Harnett
County currently ranks 90th in picnic shelters and 79th in athletic courts.
Using Parks Fund to build the park over multiple phases is recommended. Preliminary discussions with the community have taken place and there is
interest in community-driven fundraising efforts to offset some of the costs of the park or to provide additional amenities not included in the County’s
scope. No cost estimate has been obtained to construct all amenities.
• Do nothing. This option fails to address the community’s interest in seeing the old school site repurposed for community needs.
• Renovate the old school entrance drive that was preserved during the school renovation and save the park development for future development.
Again this fails to address the community’s interest.
• Construct the amenities listed above with proceeds from the Parks Fund in phases as funds are available.
Since the project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small
amount of funding. The park would be adjacent to the Boone Trail Community Center and Library, which opened in the spring of 2017.
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Relation to Other Projects
Develop Phase 2 of the Cape Fear Shiner County Park, located at 350 Alexander Drive, Lillington, including a playground, a picnic shelter, and restroom
facility.
Parks & Recreation -- Cape Fear Shiner Park Development Phase 2 Future
The 2017 Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan found that out of 100 counties Harnett County currently ranks 90th in picnic shelters and
88th in playgrounds. In order to develop Phase 1 of Cape Fear Shiner County Park, the County applied for a Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Grant
and was awarded $400,000 in 2016. A match of $400,000 was required by the County. Funds were used to develop trails (asphalt, stone and
boardwalk), multipurpose field, soccer field, two baseball fields, two overlook decks, a stone driveway and parking lot, signage, and a water access
point. The PARTF project did not include several elements that would enhance the park experience for citizens. Currently, portable toilets are used in
place of restroom facilities. Phase 2 will replace the portable toilets with a constructed restroom facility, as well as add a playground facility and picnic
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shelter.
Construct additional facilities including a playground, picnic shelter, and restroom facility using the Parks Fund after engaging engineer/architecture
firm to research viability of restroom facility and cost estimates.
• Do nothing and continue the use of portable toilets to service the restrooms needs at the park.
• Engage professionals to determine the feasibility of constructing the restroom and to develop cost estimates for the project. Use the cost estimate to
request funding in a future CIP.
• Proceed with development of the playground and picnic shelter while a cost estimate is developed for the restroom facility.
Since the project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small
amount of funding.
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Alternatives
Relation to Other Projects
Construct a new restroom, concession, and maintenance storage building adjacent to the Neills Creek Park Middle School athletic fields and tennis
courts, located at 3885 Neills Creek Road, Angier to serve the school’s athletic teams and residents using the facility.
Parks & Recreation -- Neills Creek Park Restroom, Concession &
Maintenance Building
Future
The County expanded Neills Creek Park to include the baseball, softball, and soccer practice fields in 2018. The tennis courts were relocated to the
property in 2019. Since these facilities were opened, the Parks and Recreation Department has seen increased use of the park. The baseball field
has been rented 317 hours, the softball field has been rented 268.5 hours, and the multipurpose/soccer field has been rented 24 hours. Supporting
facilities are inadequate: Portable restrooms provide restroom facilities, and the concessions stand is a storage shed. The Parks and Recreation
Department also needs to store maintenance equipment at the site to service the park.
Provide funds for a professional engineer to complete site analysis and develop a reliable cost estimate.
• Do nothing and continue to serve the park with the existing restrooms and concession stand.
• Select a design firm to complete site analysis and develop a detailed cost estimate. Once a cost estimate has been obtained, submit the project for
funding in the CIP.
The project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, and all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small
amount of funding.
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Relation to Other Projects
Construct a new driveway from NC 210 into Neills Creek Park, located at 3885 Neill's Creek Road, Angier. The new driveway would alleviate the need to
use the Harnett Central High School driveway. NC Department of Transportation also requires the construction of a turning lane. This driveway and
parking lot would connect the high school and Harnett Central Middle School fields and allow for Parks and Recreation to program both areas.
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The existing entrance to Neills Creek Park is through the main entrance to Harnett Central High School. Because of access through school property,
the park cannot be used during school hours. In addition, park users must drive around to the back of the school to enter the park. This driveway
leads to a small parking lot located in the foul ball zone for the softball fields. The only parking for the current park is in close proximity of the high
school softball field and the men’s softball field. The parking location provides little-to-no protection from foul balls, leaving park users to park at their
own risk. Users and spectators can park in the school parking lots but doing so requires a significant walk to the fields. The county recently expanded
Neills Creek Park to include the two ballfields, a multiuse field, and relocated tennis courts at the middle school. The existing entrance does not serve
these areas. Two cost estimates were received in 2016 and 2019, but they differed greatly in estimated costs. The adjacent property has recently
been sold and is being developed as multi-family housing. Parks and Recreation and Development Services have started conversations with the
developer to partner on the turning lane or piggyback on their entrance road.
A feasibility study and cost estimate will be required before this project can move forward.
• Do nothing. If nothing is done, park users will continue to use the existing driveway through school property, which does not give access to the
expanded facilities recently constructed by the county and limits usage of the park to non-school hours.
• Only install directional signage to inform users of other middle school parking and facilities. This option fails to address the lack of connection
between parking and the middle school fields.
• Construct a DOT-required turning lane on NC 210, a new entrance into the park, and a parking lot that is more accessible to all park amenities.
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Develop Northwest Harnett Park, located at 1975 Oakridge River Road, Fuquay-Varina. Facilities would include two ballfields, picnic shelter, playground,
walking trail and fitness stations.
Parks & Recreation -- Northwest Harnett Park Development Future
Harnett County purchased this 28-acre tract in northwest Harnett with the stated intent of building a convenience center, park, and emergency
communications tower. During a public meeting held as part of the conditional use permit for the convenience center, residents indicated the strong
desire for a park to be located on the site if the solid waste facility is constructed. No parks are currently located in this area.
Using in-house labor and the Parks Fund, construct park facilities as time and resources allow. Explore construction of joint facilities, such as entrance
road and parking, with Solid Waste.
•Do nothing. If nothing is done, the county will not meet its implied promise to build the park on a site also slated for a solid waste convenience center.
Since the project will be developed as funding from the Park Reserve is available, all parks funded in this way are competing for the same small
amount of funding.
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Alternatives
Relation to Other Projects
Purchase a bookmobile to provide library services to underserved areas of Harnett County.
Public Library -- Mobile Outreach Vehicle Future
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The 2018-23 Harnett County Library Master Plan found that, as of the 2010 Census, 55.9% of the county’s population resides in rural area and 16.4%
live below the poverty line. The more recent American Communities Survey shows the poverty rate is 18% and that 81% of the county’s population
lives outside a municipality. The county’s population in the unincorporated area continues to grow faster than the population in its municipalities
(between 2010 and 2018, the towns’ population grew 8% while the unincorporated area grew 18%). Given these demographics, it is reasonable to
assume that transportation to library services may be challenging for many residents.
One objective of Harnett Public Libraries is to provide literacy and lifelong learning opportunities to community members of all ages in Harnett County.
The department is unable to realize this objective fully without additional facilities or mobile library services.
The Public Libraries Director is recommending that more research be done on the size and features of a mobile outreach vehicle before moving
forward with requesting the purchase. She plans to form a planning team to study:
• Preferred mobile outreach vehicle size, feature configuration, and adaptability based on community need
• Targeted audiences and users
• Potential partners
• Bookmobile routes and stops
• Maintenance costs based on bookmobile model and size
• Mileage costs based on routes and fuel efficiency
• Staffing needs based on routes, expected number of patrons per stop, bookmobile size and capacity
• Collection needs and costs based on bookmobile capacity
• Technology needs and costs based on bookmobile capacity
Her informal study will involve public surveys, GIS spatial analytic research, bookmobile showroom tour, vendor consults, and discussions with library
directors running successful bookmobile programs. The Public Libraries Director believes the study can be conducted in-house at no additional cost to
the county.
• Build public libraries in closer proximity to the more remote areas of Harnett County. Purchasing land and building new library facilities would be a
stable, long-term solution to meeting the needs of underserved citizens. This option however will be costly and will require a formal feasibility study
and extensive planning.
• Purchase self-service library kiosks to be placed in underserved communities to provide library materials. The cost of a kiosk is about $125,000.
Buildings would need to be purchased or leased to permanently house the kiosks. Kiosks do not offer a solution to underserved communities’ need
for programming or access to public computers.
• Provide mobile library services in remote areas. One method for accomplishing this is by purchasing a bookmobile whereby materials, programs,
technology, and internet access could be delivered to community members in non-traditional settings who may not be within reasonable driving
distance to a public library.
• Do nothing and allow residents living in remote areas of Harnett County to continue to be underserved.
The library outreach team has been established. Meetings began September 2021. Goals include identifying barriers to library services, community
partners, and service stops. With this information the team will design monthly bookmobile routes that will bring services and programs to
underserved areas of the community in a timely, efficient, and economical fashion.
If approved by County Administration to move forward, library staff will apply for a LSTA project grant of $100,000 to help offset the cost of the vehicle.
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Alternatives
Current Stage of Project
Expand public library services to residents of western Harnett by renovating an existing building owned by the county or constructing a new facility.
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The 2018-2023 Harnett County Library Master Plan found that the 48,000 residents of western Harnett do not have adequate public library service.
Public libraries provide important services that foster economic development, student achievement, and cultural enrichment. Options for addressing
this need include renovating an existing 2,000-to-5,000-square-foot building or constructing a new 8,000-to-10,000-square-foot building in an area
accessible to western Harnett residents. The county will evaluate these options and, when ready to proceed, conduct a feasibility study to develop
reliable cost estimates.
Continue to study the needs of Western Harnett. When a possible solution is identified, conduct a feasibility study to determine scope, cost, and
possible funding models and options.
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