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WORK SESSION AGENDA
Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Commissioners Meeting Room Harnett County Resource Center & Library 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington
1. Call to order – Chairman William Morris
2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation – Commissioner Barbara McKoy
3. Farm City Week and Cooperative Extension Update; Tim Mathews, County Extension Director
4. Operation Green Light for Veterans; Eric Truesdale, Veterans Services Director
5. Discuss the North Carolina Department of Transportation/Public Transportation Division (NCDOT/PTD) FY2025 Community Transportation Rural Formula Grant Program 5311 Administrative Agreement; Barry Blevins, General Services Director
6. Development Services briefing on the upcoming public hearing:
• Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN2408-0003 Landowner / Applicant: Linda Martinson Natole; 1.0 +/- acres; Pin # 0534-78-9229.000; From RA-20R to Commercial Zoning District; Anderson Creek Township; Intersection SR # 2045 (Elliott Bridge Road) & SR # 2048 (Bethel Baptist Road).
7. Discuss a request to accept the bid for 87 Stonewood Lane; Christopher Appel, Senior Staff Attorney
8. Discuss proposed updates to the Personnel Ordinance, Article VII. Employee Benefits, regarding Medicare Reimbursement; Kimberly Honeycutt, Finance Officer
9. Review applications to serve on Boards and Committees.
10. County Manager’s Report – Brent Trout, County Manager
• October 21, 2024 Regular Meeting Agenda Review
• Upcoming meetings and invitations
11. Closed Session
12. Recess and Reconvene
13. Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) Presentation and Discussion
14. Adjourn CONDUCT OF THE OCTOBER 15, 2024 MEETING
A livestream of the meeting will be on the Harnett County Government’s YouTube Channel
at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7mTF6HTD65x_98EhAMeMg/featured.
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Board Meeting
Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: October 21, 2024
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Operation Green Light
REQUESTED BY: Eric Truesdale
REQUEST:
Resolution Supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans from November 4, 2024 to
November 11, 2024. We will light the Resource Center and Library and Courthouse
with greenlights to recognize the importance of honoring all those who made
immeasurable sacrifices to to preserve freedom. We encourage our citizens to do the
same.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
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COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
Item 4
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Resolution Supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans
WHEREAS, the residents of Harnett County have great respect, admiration, and the utmost
gratitude for all the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community
in the Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of those who served in the Armed Forces have been
vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens; and
WHEREAS, Harnett County seeks to honor individuals who have made countless sacrifices for
freedom by placing themselves in harm’s way for the good of all; and
WHEREAS, veterans continue to serve our community in the American Legion, Veterans of
Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, religious groups, civil service, and by functioning as
County Veterans Service Officers in 29 states to help fellow former service members access
more than $52 billion in federal health, disability and compensation benefits each year; and
WHEREAS, approximately 200,000 service members transition to civilian communities
annually; and
WHEREAS, an estimated 20 percent increase of service members will transition to civilian life
in the near future; and
WHEREAS, studies indicate that 44-72 percent of service members experience high levels of
stress during transition from military to civilian life; and
WHEREAS, active military service members transitioning from military service are at a high
risk for suicide during their first year after military service; and
WHEREAS, the National Association of Counties encourages all counties, parishes and
boroughs to recognize Operation Green Light for Veterans; and
WHEREAS, Harnett County appreciates the sacrifices of our United States military personnel
and believes specific recognition should be granted;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, with designation as a Green Light for Veterans County,
Harnett County hereby declares from November 4th 2024 through Veterans Day, November 11th
2024 a time to salute and honor the service and sacrifices of our men and women in uniform
transitioning from active service; therefore, be it further
RESOLVED, that in observance of Operation Green Light, Harnett County encourages its
citizens in patriotic tradition to recognize the importance of honoring all those who made
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immeasurable sacrifices to preserve freedom by displaying green lights in a window of their
place of business or residence from November 4th through the 12th, 2024.
Duly adopted by the Harnett County Board of Commissioners this 4th day of November, 2024.
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
_________________________________________
William Morris, Chairman
Harnett County Board of Commissioners
Attest:
_______________________________
Melissa D. Capps, Clerk
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Board Meeting
Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: October 21, 2024
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: North Carolina Department of Transportation/Public Transportation
Division (NCDOT/PTD) FY2025 Community Transportation Rural Formula Grant
Program 5311 Administrative Agreement
REQUESTED BY: Barry A. Blevins, General Services Director
REQUEST:
General Services/Harnett Area Rural Transit System (HARTS) request the Board of
Commissioners consider and approve the North Carolina Department of
Transportation (NCDOT) FY2025 5311 Administrative grant agreement in the amount
of $400,312; total County match is $60,048. This grant provides funding for the
Administrative expenses associated with providing public transportation for the citizens
of Harnett County. The Board of Commissioners approved the application on
September 18, 2023. Approved Fiscal Year 2025 budget contains the County match.
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Board Meeting
Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: October 21, 2024
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Proposed Zoning Change: Case # PLAN2408-0003
REQUESTED BY: Mark Locklear, Development Services
REQUEST:
Landowner / Applicant: Linda Martinson Natole; 1.0 +/- acres; Pin # 0534-78-
9229.000; From RA-20R to Commercial Zoning District; Anderson Creek Township;
Intersection SR # 2045 (Elliott Bridge Road) & SR # 2048 (Bethel Baptist Road).
Additional Information:
At the October 7, 2024 Planning Board meeting, the Planning Board voted 4-1 to
recommend approval of the proposed rezoning. The board member who voted against
the rezoning case expressed concerns about a recreational vehicle located on the
property, which was discovered by staff during a site visit and reported to a code
enforcement officer. Code enforcement is investigating the issue to determine whether
any zoning code violations exist.
There was one resident who spoke at the hearing. The resident stated that they were not
necessarily in opposition of the proposed zoning change, but expressed concerns about a
potential increase in noise, potential parking along the street, and the recreational
vehicle located on the site.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
Item 6
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STAFF REPORT Page 1 of 9
REZONING STAFF REPORT
Case: PLAN2408-0003
Sarah Arbour, Long Range Planner
sarbour@harnett.org
Phone: (910) 814-6414 Fax: (910) 814-8278
Planning Board: October 7, 2024 County Commissioners: October 21, 2024
Rezoning Request : RA-20R to Commercial
Applicant Information
Owner of Record: Applicant:
Name: Linda Martinson Natole Name: Linda Martinson Natole
Address: 1281 E. Boiling Springs Rd. Address: 1281 E. Boiling Springs Rd.
City/State/Zip: Southport, NC 28461 City/State/Zip: Southport, NC 28461
Property Description
PIN(s): 0534-78-9229.000 Acreage: 1.00
Address/SR No.: 3389 Bethel Baptist Rd. Linden, NC 28356
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
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Physical Characteristics
Site Description: The property is 1-acre in size located at the intersection of Bethel Baptist Rd. and Elliot Bridge
Rd. The property is currently used as a private club.
Background: A conditional use permit was granted in August 2014, which permitted use of the property as a
private club. The property has been utilized for this purpose since. In June of 2014, a petition to rezone the property
to Commercial was filed with the county, but the request to rezone the property was denied.
Surrounding Land Uses: Surrounding land uses consist of single-family residences, agricultural activities, and a
gas station & convenience store.
Services Available
Water:
Public (Harnett County)
Private (Well)
Other: Unverified
Sewer:
Public (Harnett County)
Private (Septic Tank)
Other: unverified
Intersection of Elliot Bridge Rd. and Bethel Baptist Rd.
Transportation:
Annual Daily Traffic Counts
Bethal Baptist Rd. 1,000
Elliot Bridge Rd. 2,700
Site Distances: Fair
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Zoning Districts
Zoning District Compatibility
Current
RA-20R
Requested
Commercial
Parks & Rec X X
Natural Preserves X X
Bona Fide Farms X X
Single Family X X
Manufactured
Homes, (with
design criteria) X
Multi-Family X
Special Use
Institutional X X
Commercial
Services Special Use X
Retail X X
Wholesale Special Use
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.
RA-20R:
The RA-20R Residential/Agricultural District (RA-20R) is
established primarily to support agricultural
and residential development. Inclusive in such higher density
residential developments may consist
of single-family dwellings, multifamily dwellings, and duplexes.
Commercial:
It is the purpose of the Commercial/Business District (COMM)
to accommodate the widest variety of commercial, wholesale,
and retail businesses in areas that are best located and suited
for such uses.
Zoning Districts
Commercial
RA-20R
Conservation
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Land Use Classification Compatibility
Land Use Classifications
ZONING Land Use
Commercial Low Density
Residential
Parks & Rec X X
Natural
Preserves X X
Bona Fide
Farms X X
Single Family X
Manufactured
Homes,
Design
Regulated X
Manufactured
Homes X
Multi-Family
Special Use
Institutional X X
Commercial
Service X Special Use
Retail X
Wholesale Special Use
Industrial
Manufacturing
The above is a summary list of potential uses.
Low Density Residential: Single family detached residential intended to remain predominantly suburban in
character and provide for low density single-family residential development on lots smaller than those in Rural
Residential areas. Gross densities of 1-3 dwelling units per acre depending on utilities, soils and character of
adjacent development.
Low Density Residential
Agricultural/ Rural Residential
Environmentally Sensitive Areas
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Site
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Surrounding Properties
Road View
Elliot Bridge Road N. View Elliot Bridge Road S. View
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Bethel Baptist Road W. View Bethel Baptist Road E. View
Evaluation
Yes No A. The proposal will place all property similarly situated in the area in the same category,
or in appropriate complementary categories.
The subject property is contiguous to properties with a Commercial zoning designation. The
request would not require an evaluation for reasonableness as a small-scale rezoning.
Yes No B. There is a 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 a convincing demonstration that all uses permitted under the proposed district would
be in the interest of the public and not merely in the interest of the individual group. A zoning
change to the Commercial zoning district would potentially allow for more commercial uses
than permitted in the residential zoning designation. More commercial services could have a
positive economic impact on this area.
Yes No C. There is a 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 a convincing demonstration that all uses permitted in the proposed district
classification would be appropriate in the area included in the proposed change. The uses
permitted in the Commercial zoning district are more appropriate for the site than residential
uses.
Yes No D. There is a convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be
materially and adversely affected by any use permitted in the proposed change.
There is a convincing demonstration that the character of the neighborhood will not be
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materially and adversely affected by the uses permitted in the requested zoning district.
Commercial use of the property would be compatible with the existing uses in the area, which
include a gas station and convenient store directly across the road as well as the private club
currently located on the subject property.
Yes No E. The proposed change is in accordance with the comprehensive plan and sound
planning practices.
While the requested zoning district is not compatible with the current future land use
classification, Low Density Residential, Planning Services is currently updating the
comprehensive land use plan and will recommend that this area be re-evaluated to better
reflect the existing land uses in this changing area.
Suggested Statement-of-Consistency (Staff concludes that…)
As stated in the evaluation, the requested rezoning to Commercial is reasonable. The zoning change would
support the current non-residential use of the property and would be compatible with the neighboring
commercially zoned properties. It is recommended that this rezoning request be APPROVED.
Additional Information
At the October 7, 2024 Planning Board meeting, the Planning Board voted 4-1 to recommend approval of the
proposed rezoning. The board member who voted against the rezoning case expressed concerns about a
recreational vehicle located on the property, which was discovered by staff during a site visit and reported to a
code enforcement officer. Code enforcement is investigating the issue to determine whether any zoning code
violations exist.
There was one resident who spoke at the hearing. The resident stated that they were not necessarily in opposition
of the proposed zoning change, but expressed concerns about a potential increase in noise, potential parking
along the street, and the recreational vehicle located on the site.
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.
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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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Harnett County
Medicare Supplemental Insurance Benefit Discussion
October 15, 2024
Background: The Harnett County Personnel Ordinance, Article VII, Section 1, covers
Employee Insurance Benefits. The focus of today’s presentation will be on the Medicare
supplement portion.
Employees who retire from Harnett County are provided, on a pro-rated basis for years of
service, hospitalization coverage. Once a retiree becomes Medicare eligible, the County
provides a Medicare supplement reimbursement, subject to certain requirements, based
upon the same pro -rated basis. The standard amount of the supplement is determined by
the Harnett County Board of Commissioners and is included in the annual budget ordinance.
Due to the growing post-employment benefit liability, the County adjusted the service
eligibility requirements effective July 1, 2015. Since that time, I have continued to monitor
the impact of this change on the growing liability, as well as the efficiency of the current
administrative procedures. Due to the growing number of retirees, as well as other issues
mentioned later in this discussion, I would like to request that the Harnett County Board of
Commissioners change the Medicare Supplement from a reimbursement to a stipend.
Growth of retirees: The County has approximately 208 retirees (as compared to 130 in 2015)
of which 140 are eligible for a Medicare supplement.
Financial impact: The current maximum reimbursement is $200 and is set each year as part
of the budget. For budget purposes, the County allocates the full amount for all eligible
retirees.
As the number of Medicare eligible retirees has continued increase, so has the impact on
staff resources:
•Payments are often returned or misdirected due to account closure, change of
address, etc.
•Retiree confusion when providing supporting documentation due to multiple plans.
•Lost contact due to a change of address, relocation to assisted living and/or to live
with family members; family and caregivers are often unaware of the benefit.
•Change in available plans which may now offer zero (or lower) monthly premiums that
are attractive to retirees on fixed incomes; however, the risk of higher deductibles and
out-of-pocket costs is greater.
•Increase staff impact to ensure compliance with the ordinance as well as accounting
standards.
Item 8
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Requested solution:
• Effective January 1, 2025, revise the Medicare Supplement benefit from a
reimbursement to a stipend with the following restrictions:
o Retirees will receive a stipend equivalent to their retirement benefit, on or
about the 10th of each month.
o Retirees must, during open enrollment each year, verify contact information,
as well as payee information, or the benefit will discontinue at fiscal year-end.
If a retired employee fails to update such information, and the supplement is
stopped, the retiree shall not be eligible for the supplement until the next open
enrollment period. Requiring annual contact with the appropriate County
staff will ensure that payments are not misdirected.
o This change may impact current participants. Current retirees must elect to
continue with a reimbursement or switch to a stipend; once an eligible retiree
selects the “stipend method” they will not be allowed to switch back to a
reimbursement.
Additional information:
If approved, an effective date of January 1, 2025, will allow staff time to communicate with
retirees regarding this change, prepare changes to the personnel ordinance and allow
retirees to enroll in supplemental plans based on their needs.
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ARTICLE VII. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Section 1. Insurance Benefits
Revised Insurance Benefits Policy: All full-time employees hired on or after July 1st,
2015, or those employees who leave the employment of the County and return to work
on or after July 1st, 2015, All full-time employees shall be eligible for insurance benefits
in accordance with the following policy.
A. The County will provide individual medical insurance to all full-time employees.
All full-time employees shall be enrolled in the program in accordance with the
provisions of the County’s insurance contracts on the first day of the month
following a thirty (30) day waiting period.
B. Any full-time County employee may so choose to have money deducted from his
or her check to provide dental and vision insurance for him or herself and to
provide health insurance, dental and vision insurance for any dependents he or
she may have in accordance with the provisions of the County’s insurance
contracts.
C. Health benefits in retirement are provided on a pro-rated basis for years of
service as listed below. Employees who are not eligible for the benefits as
outlined below will not be allowed to remain on the County’s health insurance
plan beyond any rights granted by the Consolidated Omnibus Budget
Reconciliation Act (COBRA).
D. Individuals must be County employees at the time of retirement to be eligible. If
an eligible employee declines retirement health benefits at the time of retirement,
the employee will not be eligible for the benefits at a later date.
E. For employees retiring on or after December 16, 2019, an eligible employee must
elect or decline the Medicare supplement at the time of retirement to receive the
supplement upon turning 65 years of age or becoming Medicare eligible. If an
eligible employee declines the Medicare supplement, the employee will not be
eligible for the supplement at a later date.
E.F. For retirements on or after January 1, 2025, an eligible employee that
elects the Medicare supplement will receive a stipend equivalent to their
retirement benefit. Any employee that retired prior to January 1, 2025 and
elected the Medicare supplement will have the option to continue receiving the
supplement in the form of a reimbursement or change to a stipend. Once a
retired employee chooses the stipend option, the employee will not be permitted
to change back to a reimbursement. For any retired employee that continues to
receive the supplement as a reimbursement, the County will not reimburse the
employee for receipts received for any prior years that the employee is eligible
for the supplement. The standard amount of supplement is to be determined by
the BOC, which will be included in the annual budget ordinance.
F.G. For those retired employees receiving the Medicare supplement as a
stipend, the Medicare supplement will begin upon turning 65 years of age or
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becoming Medicare eligible. For those receiving tThe Medicare supplement as a
reimbursement, the supplement will commence upon the retired employee’s
submittal of receipts for reimbursement for that fiscal year. The County will not
reimburse the employee for receipts received for any prior years that the
employee is eligible for the supplement. Standard amount of supplement is to be
determined by the BOC, which will be included in the annual budget ordinance.
To remain eligible for the supplement, retired employees must complete a annual
certification during open enrollment period to verify current contact and banking
information. If a retired employee fails to update such information and the
supplement is terminated, the employee shall not be eligible for the supplement
until the next open enrollment period.
G.H. During retirement, health benefits premium payments are due by the first
day of the month that coverage is effective. The premium payment deadline
(hereinafter referred to as the “grace period”) ends thirty (30) days after the due
date. Retired employees who do not pay their premiums in full or who do not
have sufficient funds in their account for authorized bank drafts by the final day of
the grace period will have their coverage canceled. If the unpaid premium
amount due is only for dependent coverage, then only the dependent coverage
will be canceled. However, if the unpaid premium amount due is for the retired
employee and dependent coverage, then the retired employee and all
dependents will have their coverage canceled. Such retired employees and/or
dependents who have their coverage canceled for non-payment cannot be
reinstated. However, if the premium payment is received after the coverage has
been canceled due to non-payment, but the postmark date is on or before the
last day of the grace period, then coverage will be reinstated.
H.I. COBRA - Under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
(COBRA) of 1985, Harnett County offers employees and their eligible
dependents the opportunity for temporary extension of continuous insurance
coverage in instances where coverage under the plan would otherwise end.
Eligible employees have sixty days from the date of the notice to elect COBRA
coverage.
The Following chart applies to all full-time employees hired on or after July 1st, 2015, or
those employees who leave the employment of the County and return to work on or
after July 1st, 2015,
Retirement Health Benefits
(Employees less than 65 not Medicare eligible)
*Minimum Years of Consecutive Harnett
County Service for Eligibility
Percentage of Cost Paid by County Until
Age 65 or Medicare Eligible
20 Years 50%
25 Years 75%
30 Years 100%
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Retirement Health Benefits
(Employees older than 65 and/or Medicare eligible)
*Minimum Years of Consecutive Harnett
County Service for Eligibility
Percentage of Cost Paid by County After
Age 65 or Medicare Eligible
20 Years 50%
25 Years 75%
30 Years 100%
*Minimum Years of Consecutive Harnett County Service is defined as the period of an
employee’s continuous and interrupted employment with the County commencing on his
or her most recent hire date through his or her retirement date.
Employees who are affected by a reduction in force or layoff who return to work when
called back to work at the County within one (1) year of their departure will be
considered as having continuous service as it relates to continuing medical benefits into
retirement.
Grandfathered Insurance Benefits Policy: Full-time employees as of June 30th, 2015
shall continue to be eligible to receive insurance benefits as defined below.
The County will provide medical insurance to all full-time employees. All full-time
employees shall be enrolled in the program on the first day of the month following a
thirty (30) day waiting period.
A. Any full-time County employee may so choose to have money deducted from his
or her check to provide dental and vision insurance for him or herself and to
provide medical insurance , dental and vision insurance for any dependents he
or she may have in accordance with the provisions of the County’s insurance
contracts.
B. Health benefits during retirement are provided on a pro-rated basis for years of
service as listed below. Employees who are not eligible for the benefits as
outlined below will not be allowed to remain on the County’s health insurance
plan beyond any rights granted by the Consolidated Omnibus Budget
Reconciliation Act (COBRA).
C. Individuals must be County employees at the time of retirement to be eligible.
D. For employees retiring on or after December 16, 2019, an eligible employee must
elect or decline the Medicare supplement at the time of retirement to receive the
supplement upon turning 65 years of age or becoming Medicare eligible. If an
eligible employee declines the Medicare supplement, the employee will not be
eligible for the supplement at a later date.
E. The Medicare supplement will commence upon the employee’s submittal of
receipts for reimbursement for that fiscal year. The County will not reimburse the
employee for receipts received for any prior years that the employee is eligible
for the supplement. For all retired employees currently receiving the Medicare
supplement, the employee must submit all prior fiscal year receipts no later than
June 30, 2020 to receive reimbursement. After June 30, 2020, retired employees
currently receiving the Medicare supplement will not receive reimbursement for
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receipts submitted to the County for any prior fiscal years. Standard amount of
supplement is to be determined by the BOC, which will be included in the annual
budget ordinance.
Hhealth benefits premium payments during retirement are due by the first day of the
month that coverage is effective. The premium payment deadline (hereinafter referred
to as the “grace period”) ends thirty (30) days after the due date. Retired employees
who do not pay their premiums in full or who do not have sufficient funds in their
account for authorized bank drafts by the final day of the grace period will have their
coverage canceled.if the unpaid premium amount due is for the retired employee and
dependent coverage, then the retired employee and all dependents will have their
coverage canceled. Such retired employees and/or dependents who have their
coverage canceled for non-payment cannot be reinstated. However, if the premium
payment is received after the coverage has been canceled due to non-payment, but the
postmark date is on or before the last day of the grace period, then coverage will be
reinstated.
The following chart applies to all full-time employees hired on or before June 30th, 2015
Retirement Health Benefits
(Employees less than 65 not Medicare eligible)
*Minimum Years of Consecutive Harnett
County Service for Eligibility
Percentage of Cost Paid by County
Until Age 65 or Medicare Eligible
10 Years of Harnett County Service
Plus an additional 20 Years of Local
Government Service
50%
15 Years 50%
16 Years 55%
17 Years 60%
18 Years 65%
19 Years 70%
20 years 75%
21 Years 77%
22 Years 79%
23 Years 81%
24 Years 83%
25 Years 85%
26 Years 88%
27 Years 91%
28 Years 94%
29 years 96%
30 Years 100%
Retirement Health Benefits
(Employees older than 65 and/or Medicare eligible)
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*Minimum Years of Consecutive Harnett
County Service for Eligibility
Percentage of Cost Paid by County
After Age 65 or Medicare Eligible
15 Years 50%
16 Years 55%
17 Years 60%
18 Years 65%
19 Years 70%
20 years 75%
21 Years 77%
22 Years 79%
23 Years 81%
24 Years 83%
25 Years 85%
26 Years 88%
27 Years 91%
28 Years 94%
29 years 96%
30 Years 100%
*Minimum Years of Consecutive Harnett County Service is defined as the period of an
employee’s continuous and interrupted employment with the County commencing on his
or her most recent hire date through his or her retirement date.
Employees who are affected by a reduction in force or layoff who return to work when
called back to work at the County within one (1) year of their departure will be
considered as having continuous service as it relates to continuing medical benefits into
retirement.
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OCTOBER 21, 2024 APPOINTMENTS NEEDED
HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
We have received an application from Walter Massey. Mr. Massey resides in district 1 and would like to be
considered for re appointment as the district 1 representative to this board. (Application attached)
Item 9
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Board Meeting
Agenda Item
MEETING DATE: October 15, 2024
TO: HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUBJECT: Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO)
REQUESTED BY: Jay Sikes, Development Services
REQUEST:
At the October 15, 2024 work session, the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning
Organization (CAMPO) staff would like to discuss general details about CAMPO, as
well as any long-range or regional transportation concerns Harnett County may have.
FINANCE OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION:
COUNTY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
Item 13
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