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WORK SESSION AGENDA
Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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 Matt Nicol
2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation – Commissioner Brooks Matthews
3. Presentation on Harnett Promise Program; Jon Matthews, Provost, Harnett County, Central Carolina Community College
4. Presentation on the status of WWTP for accepting septic and port-a-john waste; Steve Ward, Harnett Regional Water Director
5. Development Services briefing on upcoming public hearings:
• Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN2301-0001; Landowner / Applicant: Charles W Harwell; 9.15 +/- acres; Pin # 9576-43-9434.000; From Commercial/Conservation to RA-20R/Conservation Zoning District; NC Hwy 87 S ; Barbecue Township
• Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN2302-0001; JPF Properties, LLC; 10.91 +/- acres; Pin #’s 1537-26-3967.000 & 1537-27-3212.000; From RA-30 to Commercial Zoning District; SR # 1709 (Hodges Chapel Rd); Averasboro Township
• Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN2302-0002; JPF Properties, LLC; 8.88 +/- acres; Pin #’s 1538-32-2851.000; From RA-20R to Commercial Zoning District; SR # 1840 (Robin Hood Rd); Averasboro Township
• Proposed Text Amendment: Case # PLAN2302-0003; Applicant: Harnett County Development Services; Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance; Article XII, Sections 2.6.1. To amend Harnett County’s U.D.O Land Use Plan Amendments Section.
6. Economic Development Update; Christian Lockamy, Economic Development Director
7. Discuss Nonprofit Funding Agreement ($1.5 Million State Appropriations); Ally Fouts, Lead for North Carolina Fellow
8. Discuss Hazard Mitigation Grant Program; Christopher Appel, Senior Staff Attorney
9. Discuss Lobbying Firm RFQ; Brent Trout, County Manager
10. County Manager’s Report - Brent Trout, County Manager
• March 20, 2023 Regular Meeting Agenda Review
• Upcoming meetings and invitations
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
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11. Closed Session
12. Adjourn CONDUCT OF THE MARCH 14, 2023 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 Promise: Summary Data and MOU Renewal
March 2023
SUMMARY DATA
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Fall 2019 to Fall 2022 Cohorts
•Total of 538 Harnett County high school graduates have participated
•67% persisted from year one to year two of their cohort (trending upward)
•61% participated in Career and Technical Education pathways
•39% enrolled in University Transfer pathways (AA, AS, or AE degrees)
•Average GPA: 2.88
•Average Credit Hours Earned: 47.25
•Total Credentials Awarded (all levels): 410
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Average Cohort Demographics
•30% First-generation students
•49% Pell recipients (partial or full)
•63% Female; 37% Male
•61% White
•20% Hispanic
•11% Black
•8% Multi-racial
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Most Popular Program Pathways
•Pre-Health Sciences (19%)
•Associate in Arts (19%)
•Associate in Science (18%)
•Health Sciences (6%)
•Business Administration (5%)
•Industrial Systems/Welding/Machining (5%)
•Criminal Justice (4%)
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Introduction
•The start date and the cohort years that will be covered in the renewal: 2023, 2024,
2025, and 2026.
I.A. language
1.Be a resident of Harnett County for at least a minimum of twelve (12) continuous
months prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
2.Be a high school graduate from a public or, private, or charter school located within
Harnett County, or a qualified home school as defined by North Carolina General
Statute §115C-564, while residing in Harnett County, who will attend the College as
full-time degree-seeking or credential-seeking student within the two-year (five
semester) window eligibility period following his or her high school graduation.
Students will be required to register for approved courses within their active curriculum
or continuing education program of study.
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I.A. language (cont’d)
3.Have successfully completed at least four (4) dual-enrollment courses or twelve (12)
dual-enrollment credit hours. This requirement is waived for 2019 graduates and is
reduced to at least two (2) dual-enrollment courses or six (6) dual enrollment credit
hours for 2020 graduates.
4.Completed Have completed the FAFSA and submitted all requested verification
documents (if applicable) and completed the College’s Foundation scholarship
application by the advertised deadline. These documents must be submitted on an
annual basis.
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I.B language
For students who meet all of the criteria set forth in Section I.A., the student’s tuition and
required fees at the in-state rate for two years will be covered by this program. Students
who receive an out-of-state designation from the Residency Determination Service
(RDS) will be required to pay the difference in tuition rate.
1.Funding from federal and state grants, scholarships and outside funding must be
exhausted before the Program begins paying a student’s tuition and required fees.
2.The two years of eligibility begins in the fall semester after high school graduation and
ends following the spring semester of the second year after high school graduation.
The summer term between year one and year two is included. No extensions will
be granted.
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II.A.1 Costs
Board will provide funding for the Program based on estimates provided by the College. This
includes $210,000$250,000 for Fiscal Year (“FY”) 20202023, up to $420,000$250,000 for FY
20212024, up to $420,000 $250,000 for FY 20222025, up to $420,000$250,000 for FY 20232026,
and up to $210,000$100,000 for FY 20242027 for students entering their second year of eligibility
under the Program. Board shall not be responsible for any funding that exceeds the estimates for
each FY.
•II.B.1 The College will include on the invoice the number of students enrolled in the program
and the number of credit hours each student is taking.
•II.B.2 College will assign appropriate staff to market the program to eligible high school
graduates, collect paperwork from participants, ensure eligibility for the program, make
awards, monitor progress and registerverify that students are registered for appropriate
classes in their desired pathways.
•III.IV.A (term language): moved to section IV.M
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Thank you for your support in providing these
education opportunities for our local students!
Questions?
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HARNETT COUNTY PROMISE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
This Memorandum of Understanding (hereinafter referred to as “MOU”) is made and
entered into this ______ day of _________________, 2021 20212023, by and between The
Trustees of Central Carolina Community College (hereinafter referred to as “Trustees”), the
governing body of Central Carolina Community College (hereinafter referred to as “College”) and
the County of Harnett, (hereinafter referred to as “County”) a body politic and corporate of the
State of North Carolina.
WHEREAS, the College is a public two-year college serving the residents of several
counties, including Harnett County;
WHEREAS, the Harnett County Board of Commissioners (hereinafter referred to as
“Board”), as the governing body for Harnett County, is tasked with improving the quality of life
for the citizens of Harnett County;
WHEREAS, the Trustees, the College and County desire to establish the Harnett County
Promise, a K-14 program to benefit qualified Harnett County students by providing high school
graduates a debt-free pathway to college credentials;
WHEREAS, the Harnett County Promise program (hereinafter referred to as the
“Program”) guarantees up to two (2) years of free in-state tuition and required fees at the College
for all eligible Harnett County residents who graduate from a public high school, from a private
school located within Harnett County or from a home school while residing in Harnett County in
2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022; and
WHEREAS, the Trustees, College and County are willing and able to participate in the
funding, administration and facilitation of the Harnett County Promise program to benefit not only
the students of Harnett County, but the entire community of Harnett County.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and covenants of the parties herein
contained, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are
hereby acknowledged, the parties do hereby agree to the following:
I. STUDENT SELECTION CRITERIA AND REQUIREMENTS
A. Eligible Students will meet the following criteria:
1. Be a legal resident of Harnett County for at least a minimum of twelve (12)
continuous months prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
2. Be a high school graduate from a public, or private, or charter school located
within Harnett County, or a qualified home school as defined by North Carolina
General Statute §115C-564 while residing in Harnett County, who will attend
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the College as a degree-seeking or credential-seeking student within the two-
year eligibility period following his or her high school graduation. Students will
be required to register for approved courses within their active curriculum or
continuing education program of study.
3. Have successfully completed at least four dual-enrollment courses or 12 dual-
enrollment credit hours. This requirement is waived for 2019 graduates.
4. Have completed Completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(“FAFSA”) and submitted all requested verification documents (if applicable)
and completed the College’s Foundation scholarship application by the
advertised deadline. These documents must be submitted on an annual basis.
B. For students who meet all of the criteria set forth in Section I.A., the student’s tuition
and required fees at the in-state rate for two years will be covered by the Program.
Students who receive an out-of -state designation from the Residency
Determination Service (RDS) will be required to pay the difference in tuition
rate.
B.
C.
1. Funding from federal and state grants, scholarships and outside funding must
be exhausted before the Program begins paying a student’s tuition and required
fees. The College will include on the invoice the number of students
enrolled in the program and the number of credit hours each student is
taking.
2. The two years of eligibility begins in the fall semester after high school
graduation and ends following the spring semester of the second year after high
school graduation. The summer term between year one and year two is
included. No extensions will be granted.
3. Textbooks, supplies and other supplemental materials are not covered under the
Program.
D.C. Additional Student Requirements:
1. Students interested in participating in the program must call (919) 718 -7542,
email promisek14@cccc.edu, or visit www.cccc.edu/promise for more
information. College will not automatically award to students .
2. Once enrolled, students must continuously meet the financial aid Satisfactory
Academic Progress standards outlined by the state and federal government.
This means students must maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and complete
at least 67% of all courses attempted at the College.
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II. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PARTIES:
A. County
1. County will provide funding for the Program based on estimates provided by the
College. This includes up to $210,000 $250,000 for Fiscal Year (“FY”) 2020 2023,
up to $420,000 $250,000 for FY 2021 2024, up to $420,000 $250,000 for FY 2022
2025, up to $420,000 $250,000 for FY 2023 2026, and up to $210,000 $100,000
for FY 2024 2027 for students entering their second year of eligibility under the
Program. County shall not be responsible for any funding that exceeds the estimates
for each FY.
2. County will reimburse the College within thirty (30) days upon receipt of invoices
setting forth the related expenditures for the semester.
B. College
1. College will invoice County for all applicable tuition and fees prior to the end of
each fall semester and spring semester. Invoices shall indicate that all other funding
sources have been exhausted prior to the use of the Program funds. College will
also provide County with separate documentation at the end of each fall and spring
semester containing a breakdown of the areas of study of the students in the
Program.
2. College will assign appropriate staff to market the program to eligible high school
graduates, collect paperwork from participants, ensure eligibility for the Program,
make awards, monitor progress, and register verify that students are registered
for appropriate classes in their desired pathways.
3. College will allow County to review/inspect any documents associated with the
Program provided there are no Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
(“FERPA”) restrictions.
4. College will present a detailed report of the Program annually to the Board at a
regularly scheduled Board meeting.
III. TERM
This MOU shall remain in full force and effect for the five -year period of the Program.
Prior to the FY 2024 budget being completed and passed, the College will review all
data related to the Program (ex. number of graduates, success rates, transfer rates, etc.)
and decide on future appropriations to continue the Program. Shall the parties agree to
continue the Program, the parties shall enter into a new MOU at such time.
IV. TERMINATION
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This MOU may be terminated, without cause, by either party upon 90 days written notice to
the other party. Termination by either party prior to the end of the term of this MOU
shall not affect the students already receiving financial aid through the Program or who
have been accepted into the Program. Upon termination of this MOU, County and
College shall continue to comply with the applicable duties and responsibilities set
forth in Section II for all students previously accepted or enrolled in the Program until
said students either complete their two years of eligibility or fail to meet the
requirements set forth in Section I. College shall not accept any additional students into
the Program upon receipt of notice of termination from County.
V. GENERAL PROVISIONS
A. Governing Law: This MOU is made under and shall be governed, construed and
enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina, without
regard to conflict of laws rules.
B. Non-Discrimination: Any discrimination by either party or their agents or
employees on account of race, color, sex, age, religion, or national origin in relation
to the performance of any obligations is prohibited.
C. Assignment: No assignment of either parties’ duties or responsibilities shall be
permitted unless agree to in writing and signed by all parties.
D. Amendments: This MOU may only be amended in writing and duly executed by
all parties.
E. Notice: Notices given pursuant to this MOU shall be sufficient if in writing and
sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to such addresses the parties may
designate from time to time in writing. Notice shall be deemed to be given and
received three days after being sent certified mail to the appropriate addresses. At
the time of execution of this MOU, the addresses of the parties are as follows:
COUNTY OF HARNETT:
Paula StewartBrent Trout
County Manager
Post Office Box 759
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
With copy to:
Dwight SnowMonica L. Jackson
Senior County Staff Attorney
Post Office Box 238759
Lillington, North Carolina 27546
CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE:
Dr. T.E. MarchantLisa M. Chapman
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President
1105 Kelly Drive
Sanford, North Carolina 27330
THE TRUSTEES OF CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE:
Julian Philpott
Chairman
1105 Kelly Drive
Sanford, North Carolina 27330
F. Entire Agreement: This MOU contains all the terms and conditions agreed upon by
the parties regarding the subject matter of the MOU and supersedes any prior
agreements, releases, or stipulations, oral or written, and all other communications
between the parties relating to such subject matter. Should any provision of this
MOU require judicial interpretation, it is agreed that the court interpreting or
construing the same shall give the terms their regular meaning and shall not apply
a presumption that the terms hereof shall be more strictly construe d against one
party.
G. Relationship of the Parties: This MOU does not create a partnership or a joint
venture between the parties hereto, nor does it authorize either party to serve as the
legal representative or agent of the other. Neither party will have any right or
authority to assume, create, or incur any liability or any obligation of any kind,
expressed or implied, against or in the name of or on behalf of the other party.
H. Severability: If any provision of this MOU is held to be illegal, invalid, or
unenforceable under present or future laws effective during the term of this MOU,
the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions of this MOU shall not
be affected thereby.
I. Waiver: Any waiver of any provision hereof shall not be effective unless expressly
made in writing and executed by the party to be charged. The failure of any party
to insist on performance of any term or condition of this MOU shall not be
construed as a waiver or relinquishment of any rights granted hereunder or the
further performance of any such term, covenant or condition, and the obligations of
the parties with respect thereto shall continue in full force and effect.
J. Counterparts: This MOU may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which
will be deemed to be an original copy of this MOU and all of which, when taken
together will be deemed to constitute one and the same MOU. A telecopy,
facsimile, scanned copy (for example, in pdf or jpeg format) or other similar
reproduction of a signature of this MOU shall have the same effect as an original
for all purposes.
K. Force Majeure: Neither party to this MOU shall be required to perform any term,
condition or covenant in this agreement so long as performance is delay or
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prevented by an act of God, strikes, lockouts, mate rial or labor restriction by a
governmental authority, civil riots, floods or any other cause not reasonably within
the control of either party to this MOU and which by the exercise of due diligence
such party is unable, wholly or in part, to prevent or overcome.
L. E-verify: All parties shall comply with the requirements of Article 2 Chapter 64 of
the North Carolina General Statutes, “Verification of Work Authorization,” and
will provide documentation reasonably requested by any party to this MOU
demonstrating such compliance.
M. Captions: The captions and headings contained in this MOU are for convenience of
reference only and in no way limit or enlarge the terms and conditions of this MOU.
N. Authority: The signers of this MOU hereby represent and warrant that they have
the authority to execute this MOU on behalf of their respective entities.
Remainder of Page Left Blank Intentionally
Signature Page to Follow
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IN WITNESS THEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this MOU to be executed on
their behalves.
COUNTY OF HARNETT
__________________________________ ___________
Gordon SpringleMatt Nicol
Chairman
ATTEST:
____________________________
Melissa Capps, Clerk
CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
________________________________________________
Dr. Lisa M. Chapman
President
ATTEST:
____________________________
Lorraine Whitaker, Secretary
THE TRUSTEES OF CENTRAL CAROLINA
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
_____________________________________________
Julian Philpott
Chairman
ATTEST:
____________________________
Lorraine Whitaker, Secretary
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Board Meeting
Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: March 20, 2023
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN2301-0001
REQUESTED BY: Mark Locklear, Development Services
REQUEST:
Landowner / Applicant: Charles W Harwell; 9.15 +/- acres; Pin # 9576-43-9434.000;
From Commercial/Conservation to RA-20R/Conservation Zoning District; NC Hwy
87 S ; Barbecue Township
Development Services staff recommends approval based on compatabilty with the Land
Use Plan.
Additional Information:
At their March 6th meeting, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-
0) to recommend approval of application based on compatibility with the Land Use
Plan as well as the amount of residentially zoned parcels in this area.
• No one spoke in opposition
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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STAFF REPORT Page 1 of 6
REZONING STAFF REPORT
Case: PLAN 2301-0001
Sarah Arbour, Planner II
sarbour@harnett.org
Phone: (910) 814-6414 Fax: (910) 814-8278
Planning Board: March 6, 2023 County Commissioners: March 20, 2023
Requesting a Rezoning from Commercial to RA-20R
Applicant Information
Owner of Record: Applicant:
Name: Charles W. Harwell Name: Charles W. Harwell
Address: 351 Highland Forest Drive Address: 351 Highland Forest Drive
City/State/Zip: Sanford, NC 27332 City/State/Zip: Sanford, NC 27332
Property Description
PIN(s): 9576-43-9434.000 Acreage: 9.15
Address/SR No.: NC 87 S
Township:
(09) Johnsonville
(10) Lillington
(11) Neill’s Creek
(12) Stewart’s Creek
(13) Upper Little River
(01) Anderson Creek
(02) Averasboro
(03) Barbecue
(04) Black River
(05) Buckhorn
(06) Duke
(07) Grove
(08) Hectors Creek
Vicinity Map
Vicinity Map
STAFF REPORT Page 2 of 6
Physical Characteristics
Site Description: The parcel is undeveloped and generally densely wooded. This is an environmentally
sensitive parcel due to the proximity of a nearby creek. There are wetlands present throughout the parcel,
and a considerable portion of the parcel is located within the 100-year flood plain.
Surrounding Land Uses: Single family residential and undeveloped land.
Services Available
Water:
Public (Harnett County)
Private (Well)
Other: Unverified
Sewer:
Public (Harnett County)
Private (Septic Tank)
Other: unverified
Transportation:
Annual Daily Traffic Count
is 22,500 daily trips for this
section of NC 87 S.
Site Distances: Good
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Commercial
Conservation
RA-20R
RA-20M
Compact Mixed Use
Environmentally Sensitive Areas
Low Density Residential
Zoning District Compatibility
.
Current
Commercial
Requested
RA-20R
Parks & Rec X X
Natural Preserves X X
Bona Fide Farms X X
Single Family X
Manufactured Homes,
(with design criteria)
Manufactured Homes
X
Multi-Family X
Institutional X X
Commercial Services X
X (with
SUP)
Retail X
Wholesale X (with
SUP)
Industrial
Manufacturing
The following is a summary list of potential uses. For all
applicable uses for each Zoning district please refer to the
UDO’s Table of Uses
Land Use Classification Compatibility
ZONING LAND USE
RA-20R Environmentally
Sensitive
Areas/LDR
Parks & Rec X X
Natural Preserves X X
Bona Fide Farms X X
Single Family X X
Manufactured
Homes, Design
Regulated
Manufactured
Homes X X
Multi-Family X X
Institutional X X
Commercial
Service
X (With
SUP)
Retail
Wholesale
Industrial
Manufacturing
The above is a summary list of potential uses. For all
applicable uses for each Zoning district, please refer to
the UDO’s Table of Uses.
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Site Photographs
Site Site
NC 87 Street View - North NC 87 Street View- South
STAFF REPORT Page 5 of 6
Across NC 87
Evaluation
Yes No The IMPACT to the adjacent property owners and the surrounding community is
reasonable, and the benefits of the rezoning outweigh any potential inconvenience or
harm to the community.
REASONING: The impact to the adjacent property owners and surrounding community
is reasonable. The surrounding properties are zoned RA-20R, the zoning classification
requested, and the surrounding properties are undeveloped or used for single family
residential purposes. The uses permitted in the requested zoning district are less
intensive than the uses permitted in the current zoning district, and development of the
subject property under the requested zoning may result in a lesser impact to the
surrounding properties than if developed in the current zoning designation.
Yes No The requested zoning district is COMPATIBLE with the existing Land Use Classification.
REASONING: The requested zoning is compatible with the existing land use
classifications. The subject property has two land use classifications, Low Density
Residential and Environmentally Sensitive Areas. These land use classifications are
compatible with low density development patterns that discourage intrusive
development in areas of wetlands and minimize property damage in areas subject to
flooding. The permitted uses in the requested zoning are more compatible than the
uses permitted in the current zoning district.
Yes No The proposal does ENHANCE or maintain the public health, safety and general welfare.
REASONING: The requested zoning will enhance the public health, safety and general
welfare with potential development that is compatible with the surrounding property
uses, zoning district, and underlying land uses.
Yes No The request is for a SMALL SCALE REZONING and should be evaluated for
reasonableness.
REASONING: The request to rezone the parcel from Commercial to RA-20R is not a
small-scale rezoning and does not require an evaluation for reasonableness. The
adjacent properties are zoned RA-20R, and the uses permitted in the requested zoning
district are compatible with the land use classifications.
Suggested Statement-of-Consistency (Staff concludes that…)
As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to RA-20R is compatible with the Harnett County Land
Use Plan and would not have an unreasonable impact on the surrounding community because of the
compatible existing residential land uses and the zoning classification in this area. It is recommended that
this rezoning request be APPROVED.
STAFF REPORT Page 6 of 6
Additional Information
On March 6, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of this
rezoning due to the residential nature of this area.
- No one spoke in opposition
Standards of Review and Worksheet
TYPICAL REVIEW STANDARDS
The Planning Board shall consider and make recommendations to the County Board of Commissioners
concerning each proposed zoning district. The following policy guidelines shall be followed by the Planning
Board concerning zoning districts and no proposed zoning district will receive favorable recommendation
unless:
Yes No A. The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same
category, or in appropriate complementary categories.
Yes No B. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the
individual or small group.
Yes No C. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When
a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so
long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they
intend to make of the property involved.)
Yes No D. There is convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be
materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change.
Yes No E. The proposed change is in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound
planning practices.
GRANTING THE REZONING REQUEST
Motion to grant the rezoning upon finding that the rezoning is reasonable based on All of the above
findings of fact A-E being found in the affirmative and that the rezoning advances the public interest.
DENYING THE REZONING REQUEST
Motion to deny the rezoning upon finding that the proposed rezoning does not advance the public interest
and is unreasonable due to the following:
The proposal will not place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in
appropriate complementary categories.
There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the
individual or small group.
There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new
district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it
meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of
the property involved.)
There is not convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be
materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change.
The proposed change is not in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning
practices.
The proposed change was not found to be reasonable for a small scale rezoning
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Board Meeting
Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: March 20, 2023
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN2302-0001
REQUESTED BY: Mark Locklear, Development Services
REQUEST:
JPF Properties, LLC; 10.91 +/- acres; Pin #’s 1537-26-3967.000 & 1537-27-3212.000;
From RA-30 to Commercial Zoning District; SR # 1709 (Hodges Chapel Rd);
Averasboro Township
Development Services staff recommends approval based on compatabilty with the Land
Use Plan.
Additional Information:
At their March 6th meeting, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-
0) to recommend approval of application based on compatibility with the Land Use
Plan as well as the amount of Industrial and Commercial zoned parcels in this area.
• No one spoke in opposition
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
STAFF REPORT Page 1 of 6
REZONING STAFF REPORT
Case: PLAN 2302-0001
Sarah Arbour, Planner II
sarbour@harnett.org
Phone: (910) 893-7525 Fax: (910) 814-8278
Planning Board: March 6, 2023 County Commissioners: March 20, 2023
Requesting a Rezoning from RA-30 to Commercial
Applicant Information
Owner of Record: Applicant:
Name: JPF Properties Name: JPF Properties
Address: 1560 George Perry Lee Rd. Address: 1560 George Perry Lee Rd.
City/State/Zip: Dunn, NC 28334 City/State/Zip: Dunn, NC 28334
Property Description
PIN(s): 1537-27-3212.000 & 1537-26-3967.000 Acreage: +/- 10.91
Address/SR No.: Hodges Chapel Rd., Dunn, NC 28334
Township:
(09) Johnsonville
(10) Lillington
(11) Neill’s Creek
(12) Stewart’s Creek
(13) Upper Little River
(01) Anderson Creek
(02) Averasboro
(03) Barbecue
(04) Black River
(05) Buckhorn
(06) Duke
(07) Grove
(08) Hectors Creek
Vicinity Map
Vicinity Map
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Physical Characteristics
Site Description: The parcels are currently vacant, undeveloped land previously used for agricultural
purposes.
Surrounding Land Uses: Single family residential, several non-residential uses, as well as undeveloped
land & agricultural uses.
Services Available
Water:
Public (Harnett County)
Private (Well)
Other: Unverified
Sewer:
Public (Harnett County)
Private (Septic Tank)
Other: unverified
Transportation:
Annual Daily Traffic Count
is 1,400 daily trips for this
section of Hodges Chapel
Rd.
Site Distances: Good
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Zoning District Compatibility
CURRENT REQUESTED
RA-30 Commercial
Parks & Rec X X
Natural Preserves X X
Bona Fide Farms X X
Single Family X
Manufactured
Homes, (with design
criteria) X
Manufactured Homes
Multi-Family X (with SUP)
Institutional X X
Commercial Services X (with SUP) X
Retail X
Wholesale X (with SUP)
Industrial
Manufacturing
The following is a summary list of potential uses. For
all applicable uses for each Zoning district please
refer to the UDO’s Table of Uses.
Land Use Classification Compatibility
ZONING LAND USE
Commercial EMU
Parks & Rec X X
Natural Preserves X X
Bona Fide Farms X
Single Family
Manufactured Homes,
Design Regulated
Manufactured Homes
Multi-Family X
Institutional X X
Commercial Service X X
Retail X X
Wholesale X X
Industrial X (with
SUP) X
Manufacturing X
The above is a summary list of potential uses. For all
applicable uses for each Zoning district please refer to the
UDO’s Table of Uses.
RA-30
RA-20M
Industrial
Commercial
Dunn ETJ
Employment Mixed Use
Low Density Residential
Agricultural
Dunn ETJ
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Site Photographs
Site Site
Across Street
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Street View – Hodges Chapel Rd. Street View – Hodges Chapel Rd.
Evaluation
Yes No The IMPACT to the adjacent property owners and the surrounding community is
reasonable, and the benefits of the rezoning outweigh any potential inconvenience or
harm to the community.
REASONING: The impact to the surrounding community is reasonable as there are
several nonresidential uses in this area.
Yes No The requested zoning district is COMPATIBLE with the existing Land Use Classification.
REASONING: The requested zoning to Commercial is compatible with Land Use
classification, Employment Mixed Use. The Employment Mixed Use land use
classification encourages economic development, and the uses permitted in the
proposed zoning support economic growth.
Yes No The proposal does ENHANCE or maintain the public health, safety and general welfare.
REASONING: The requested zoning would maintain the public health, safety and
general welfare due to area’s existing commercial uses in the area, as well as the
potential site improvements that would be required.
Yes No The request is for a SMALL SCALE REZONING and should be evaluated for
reasonableness.
REASONING: Due to the Land Use compatibility and the proximity of the proposed
zoning to the subject property, this rezoning request does not need to be evaluated for
Small Scale Rezoning.
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Suggested Statement-of-Consistency (Staff concludes that…)
As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to Commercial would not have an unreasonable
impact on the surrounding community based on compliance with the County’s Land Use Plan, as well as
the existing nonresidential uses in this area. Therefore, it is recommended that this rezoning request be
APPROVED.
Additional Information
On March 6, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of this
rezoning due to the nonresidential uses in this area.
- No one spoke in opposition
Standards of Review and Worksheet
TYPICAL REVIEW STANDARDS
The Planning Board shall consider and make recommendations to th e County Board of Commissioners
concerning each proposed zoning district. The following policy guidelines shall be followed by the Planning
Board concerning zoning districts and no proposed zoning district will receive favorable recommendation
unless:
Yes No A. The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same
category, or in appropriate complementary categories.
Yes No B. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the
individual or small group.
Yes No C. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When
a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so
long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they
intend to make of the property involved.)
Yes No D. There is convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be
materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change.
Yes No E. The proposed change is in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound
planning practices.
GRANTING THE REZONING REQUEST
Motion to grant the rezoning upon finding that the rezoning is reasonable based on All of the above
findings of fact A-E being found in the affirmative and that the rezoning advances the public interest.
DENYING THE REZONING REQUEST
Motion to deny the rezoning upon finding that the proposed rezoning does not advance the public interest
and is unreasonable due to the following:
The proposal will not place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in
appropriate complementary categories.
There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the
individual or small group.
There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new
district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it
meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of
the property involved.)
There is not convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be
materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change.
The proposed change is not in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning
practices.
The proposed change was not found to be reasonable for a small scale rezoning
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Board Meeting
Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: March 20, 2023
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN2302-0002
REQUESTED BY: Mark Locklear, Development Services
REQUEST:
JPF Properties, LLC; 8.88 +/- acres; Pin # 1538-32-2851.000; From RA-20R to
Commercial Zoning District; SR # 1840 (Robin Hood Rd); Averasboro Township
Development Services staff recommends approval based on compatabilty with the Land
Use Plan.
Additional Information:
At their March 6th meeting, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-
0) to recommend approval of the application based on compatibility with the Land Use
Plan as well as the amount of non-residentially zoned parcels in this area.
• No one spoke in opposition
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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REZONING STAFF REPORT
Case: PLAN 2302-0002
Sarah Arbour, Planner II
sarbour@harnett.org
Phone: (910) 893-7525 Fax: (910) 814-8278
Planning Board: March 6, 2023 County Commissioners: March 20, 2023
Requesting a Rezoning from RA-20R to Commercial
Applicant Information
Owner of Record: Applicant:
Name: JPF Properties LLC Name: JPF Properties LLC
Address: 1560 George Perry Rd. Address: 1560 George Perry Rd.
City/State/Zip: Dunn, NC 28334 City/State/Zip: Dunn, NC 28334
Property Description
PIN(s): 1538-32-2851.000 Acreage: +/- 8.88
Address/SR No.: Robin Hood Rd., Dunn, NC 28334
Township:
(09) Johnsonville
(10) Lillington
(11) Neill’s Creek
(12) Stewart’s Creek
(13) Upper Little River
(01) Anderson Creek
(02) Averasboro
(03) Barbecue
(04) Black River
(05) Buckhorn
(06) Duke
(07) Grove
(08) Hectors Creek
Vicinity Map
Vicinity Map
STAFF REPORT Page 2 of 8
Physical Characteristics
Site Description: The parcel is vacant and unimproved.
Surrounding Land Uses: Single family dwellings, undeveloped land & agricultural uses, as well as
several non-residential uses including a solar energy facility, educational services, a communication tower
and an outdoor advertising sign.
Services Available
Water:
Public (Harnett County)
Private (Well)
Other: Unverified
Sewer:
Public (Harnett County)
Private (Septic Tank)
Other: unverified
Transportation:
Annual Daily Traffic Counts
for these sections of Robin
Hood Rd. and Fairview Rd.
are not available
Site Distances: Good
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Zoning District Compatibility
CURRENT REQUESTED
RA-20R Commercial
Parks & Rec X X
Natural Preserves X X
Bona Fide Farms X X
Single Family X
Manufactured Homes,
(with design criteria)
Manufactured Homes
X
Multi-Family X
Institutional X X
Commercial Services X (with SUP) X
Retail X
Wholesale X (with SUP)
Industrial
Manufacturing
The following is a summary list of potential uses. For all
applicable uses for each Zoning district please refer to the
UDO’s Table of Uses.
Land Use Classification Compatibility
The above is a summary list of potential uses. For all
applicable uses for each Zoning district please refer to the
Udo’s Table of Uses.
ZONING LAND USE
Commercial Employee Mixed
Use
Parks & Rec X X
Natural
Preserves X X
Bona Fide Farms X
Single Family X
Manufactured
Homes, Design
Regulated
Manufactured
Homes
Multi-Family X
Institutional X X
Commercial
Service X X
Retail X X
Wholesale X
Industrial X (with
SUP) X
Manufacturing
Employee Mixed Use
Agricultural
Environmentally Sensitive Areas
Low Density Residential
RA-20R
RA-30
Industrial
Commercial
Conservation
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Site Photographs
Site Photographs From Robbin Hood Rd.
Site – Robbin Hood Rd. View Across Street
Street View Facing South- Robbin Hood Rd. Street View Facing N. – Robbin Hood Rd.
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Street View – Robbin Hood Rd. Construction to S. of Site
Site Photographs From Farmview Rd.
Site Site
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Street View Facing North – Farmview Rd. Street View – Farmview Rd. facing South
Across Street
Evaluation
Yes No The IMPACT to the adjacent property owners and the surrounding community is
reasonable, and the benefits of the rezoning outweigh any potential inconvenience or
harm to the community.
REASONING: The impact to the surrounding community is reasonable due to the
existing nonresidential uses in this area.
Yes No The requested zoning district is COMPATIBLE with the existing Land Use Classification.
REASONING: The requested zoning to Commercial is compatible with Employment
Mixed Use Land Use classification. The Employment Mixed Use land use is a
development node that encourages opportunities for economic development along
major thoroughfares. The uses permitted in the Commercial zoning district support the
intent of the underlying land use.
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Yes No The proposal does ENHANCE or maintain the public health, safety and general welfare.
REASONING: The requested zoning would maintain the public health, safety and
general welfare due to area’s existing non-residential uses, as well as the
potential site improvements that would be required.
Yes No The request is for a SMALL SCALE REZONING and should be evaluated for
reasonableness.
REASONING: Due to the compatibility of the underlying land use with the requested
zoning and the proximity of the requested zoning district to the subject property, the
request to rezone this property from RA-20R to Commercial does not need to be
evaluated for Small Scale Rezoning.
Suggested Statement-of-Consistency (Staff concludes that…)
As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to Commercial would not have an unreasonable
impact on the surrounding community based on compliance with the County’s Land Use Plan, as well as
the existing nonresidential uses in this area. Therefore, it is recommended that this rezoning request be
APPROVED.
Additional Information
On March 6, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of this
rezoning due to the I-95 location and the amount of existing nonresidential zoned parcels in this area.
- No one spoke in opposition
Standards of Review and Worksheet
TYPICAL REVIEW STANDARDS
The Planning Board shall consider and make recommendations to the County Board of Co mmissioners
concerning each proposed zoning district. The following policy guidelines shall be followed by the Planning
Board concerning zoning districts and no proposed zoning district will receive favorable recommendation
unless:
Yes No A. The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same
category, or in appropriate complementary categories.
Yes No B. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the
individual or small group.
Yes No C. There is convincing demonstration that all uses permit ted under the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When
a new district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so
long as it meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they
intend to make of the property involved.)
Yes No D. There is convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be
materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change.
Yes No E. The proposed change is in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound
planning practices.
GRANTING THE REZONING REQUEST
Motion to grant the rezoning upon finding that the rezoning is reasonable based on All of the above
findings of fact A-E being found in the affirmative and that the rezoning advances the public interest.
DENYING THE REZONING REQUEST
Motion to deny the rezoning upon finding that the proposed rezoning does not advance the public interest
and is unreasonable due to the following:
The proposal will not place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category, or in
appropriate complementary categories.
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There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be in the general public interest and not merely in the interest of the
individual or small group.
There is not convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. (When a new
district designation is assigned, any use permitted in the district is allowable, so long as it
meets district requirements, and not merely uses which applicants state they intend to make of
the property involved.)
There is not convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be
materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change.
The proposed change is not in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound planning
practices.
The proposed change was not found to be reasonable for a small scale rezoning
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Board Meeting
Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: March 20, 2023
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Proposed Text Amendment: Case #PLAN2302-0003
REQUESTED BY: Mark Locklear, Development Services
REQUEST:
Applicant: Harnett County Development Services; Harnett County Unified
Development Ordinance; Article XII, Sections 2.6.1. To amend Harnett County’s
U.D.O Land Use Plan Amendments Section.
Development Services staff recommends approval based on compatabilty with the
County regulatory documents.
Additional Information:
At their March 6th meeting, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-
0) to recommend approval of the text amendment as written, specifically because the
County is undergoing the process to update the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
• No one spoke in opposition
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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TEXT AMENDMENT REQUEST FORM
(Internal)
Development Services
420 McKinney Pkwy.
P.O. Box 65, Lillington, NC 27546
Phone: (910) 893-7525 Fax: (910) 893-2793
Case: PLAN2302-0003
Planning Board: March 6, 2023 County Commissioners: March 20, 2023
Applicant Information
Applicant:
Name: Harnett County Development Services
Address: 420 McKinney Pkwy
City/State/Zip: Lillington, NC 27546
Phone: 910-893-7525, x2
Type of Change
New Addition Revision
Ordinance:
Unified Development
Ordinance Article: XII Sections: 2.6.1
Current Text:
See attached
Proposed Text: (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
See attached
Reason for Requested Change:
To amend Harnett County’s U.D.O. Article XII, Section 2.6 Land Use Plan Amendments, 2.6.1 General
Land Use Plan Amendments
Suggested Statement-of-Consistency: (Staff concludes that…)
The requested Text Amendment is compatible with Harnett County regulatory documents and the
benefits outweigh any potential inconvenience or harm to the community. Therefore, it is recommended
that this Text Amendment request be APPROVED
Additional Information
On March 6, the Harnett County Planning Board voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of this
Text Amendment, specifically due to fact that the County is undergoing the process to update the Plan.
- No one spoke in opposition
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ATTACHMENT 1
Red text is proposed
Article XII. Amendments, Hearing Procedures, Appeals, & Variances
Section 2.0 Amendments
2.6 Land Use Plan Amendments
2.6.1 General Land Use Plan Amendments
Amendments to the Land Use Plan shall be considered for approval following the same procedure for
filing a text amendment of this Ordinance, as outlined herein. For the purposes of this Ordinance, an
amendment to the Land Use Plan shall be considered as such in regards to advertising, public hearings,
and all other similar requirements. These amendments shall be considered twice a year with at least a two
month staff review time period after an application has been received. Specific dates shall be published by
Development Services at the beginning of the calendar year.
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
HARNETT COUNTY UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Harnett County adopted the UDO on October 17, 2011 for the
purpose of promoting the health, safety, and general welfare of the county residents; and
WHEREAS, this ordinance was adopted under authority granted by the General Assembly of the State of North
Carolina, particularly G.S. 153A-340; and
WHEREAS, the UDO contains provisions for amending said ordinance and those provisions have been followed;
and
WHEREAS, the Harnett County Planning Board has reviewed the amendment to the article of the UDO as
listed below and recommends the adoption of the following amendment.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF HARNETT
COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA that Harnett County Unified Development Ordinance Article VII:
Amendments, Hearing Procedures, Appeals, & Variances, Section 2.6.1 General Land Use Amendments; of the
UDO shall be amended to read as indicated in “Attachment”.
“Attachment” is filed with the Unified Development Ordinance in the Clerk to the Board’s Office.
Duly adopted this 20th day of March 2023 and effective upon adoption.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
_______________________________
Matthew Nicol, Chairman
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Melissa D. Capps, Clerk
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
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ATTACHMENT
Article XII. Amendments, Hearing Procedures, Appeals, & Variances
Section 2.0 Amendments
2.6 Land Use Plan Amendments
2.6.1 General Land Use Plan Amendments
Amendments to the Land Use Plan shall be considered for approval following the same procedure for filing
a text amendment of this Ordinance, as outlined herein. For the purposes of this Ordinance, an amendment
to the Land Use Plan shall be considered as such in regards to advertising, public hearings, and all other
similar requirements. These amendments shall be considered twice a year with at least a two month staff
review time period after an application has been received. Specific dates shall be published by Development
Services at the beginning of the calendar year.
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Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: March 20, 2023
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Nonprofit Funding Agreements ($1.5 Million State Appropriations)
REQUESTED BY: County Manager's Office (Ally Fouts)
REQUEST:
In the State of North Carolina's most recent budget, $1.5 million was allocated to
Harnett County to be passed along to 46 entities, as decided by Senator Burgin.
Administration is requesting approval of the funding agreement with Central Carolina
Community College.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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