111813mHARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Minutes of Regular Meeting
November 18, 2013
The Harnett County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, November 18,
2013, in the Commissioners Meeting Room, County Administration Building, 102 East Front
Street, Lillington, North Carolina.
Members present:
Staff present:
Jim Burgin, Chairman
Gary House, Vice Chairman
Beatrice B. Hill, Commissioner
Joe Miller, Commissioner
C. Gordon Springle, Commissioner
Tommy Burns, County Manager
Joseph Jeffries, Deputy County Manager
Tony Wilder, Deputy County Manager
Dwight Snow, County Attorney
Kimberly Honeycutt, Interim Finance Officer
Margaret Regina Wheeler, Clerk to the Board
Chairman Burgin called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Commissioner Hill led the pledge of
allegiance and invocation.
Chairman Burgin administered the Oath of Office of the Finance Officer to Kimberly A.
Honeycutt. Chairman Burgin also thanked the Finance Office staff present for the job they do.
Chairman Burgin called for additions and deletions to the published agenda. Mr. Burns
requested the addition of a Proclamation proclaiming November 2013 as National Hospice
Palliative Care Month. Commissioner Miller moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Commissioner Springle seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill requested Public Utilities' request for approval of write-offs for the third
quarter of 2013 be removed from the consent agenda for discussion purposes. Commissioner
Hill moved to approve the items listed on the revised consent agenda. Commissioner Springle
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
1. Minutes: October 21, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
November 4, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
2. Mid -Carolina RPO requested approval of the 2013 Locally Coordinated Human
Service Transportation Plan.
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3. Public Utilities requested approval of a utility easement on existing Harnett County
property located on Alpine Drive in Barbeque Township to the Central Electric
Membership Corporation.
4. Proclamation Proclaiming November 2013 Family Caregiver Month
5. Planning Services requested approval of a contract agreement with TRS Range
Services to provide evaluation and consultation services related to firing range
regulations. This requests also asks for funding approval in the amount of $3,000 to
perform such services. A review committee fouued to assist in the development of
potential text amendments related to this topic, feels that this professional assistance
will be helpful in drafting new regulations surrounding firearm related land
development.
6. Public disclosure per NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) of the worker's compensation claim of
Donna Renee Collins. A copy of the Order approving the final settlement of $10,000
was provided.
7. Public disclosure per NCGS 143-318.11(a)(3) of the worker's compensation claim of
Ashley Rosser. A copy of the Order approving the final settlement of $70,000 was
provided.
8. IT requested approval to purchase (7) Motorola MCC 7500 Consoles direct from the
Manufacturer — Motorola at cost of $459,786 using the sole source purchasing option.
This is part of the overall Radio Communications Project and is a 911 eligible
expense and will be paid out of the Emergency Telephone System Fund Balance
(Fund 240)
9. Proclamation Proclaiming November 2013 as National Hospice Palliative Care
Month
Chairman Burgin opened the floor for informal comments by the public, allowing up to 3
minutes for each presentation up to 30 minutes. No one spoke.
Vice Chaiiman House moved to approve the appointments listed below. Commissioner Hill
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
HARNETT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Margaret House (nominated by Chaiuuan Burgin) was appointed to serve as a member
on this board for a term 3 years ending November 30, 2016.
JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL
Chris Carr (nominated by Commissioner Springle) was appointed to serve on this council
for a term of 2 years ending November 30, 2015.
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Public Utilities requested approval of write-offs for the third quarter of 2013 in the amount of
$25,939.17. Commissioner Hill expressed concern regarding the amount of write-offs. Mr.
Burns said it could be any number of reasons including renters walking away from the account
and the deposit not being sufficient to cover the balance due, customers not honoring their
payment agreements, bankruptcy or foreclosure. Mr. Burns said we do a lot of things to try to
work with customers to keep their bills current. Mr. Burns explained the need to declare these
debts as write-offs so we can then submit them to the Debt Set -Off Program in an attempt to
collect. Mr. Burns confirmed that a customer would have to pay their old bill before they could
set up a new account and customers must provide a copy of a signed lease if renting.
Commission Hill moved to approve the request as presented. Commissioner Springle seconded
the motion which passed unanimously.
Dionne While, Transit Services Manager, petitioned the Board for a public hearing to allow
citizens an opportunity to comment on the proposed Fiscal Year 2014/2015 Community
Transportation Program Application. The Community Transportation Program provides
assistance to coordinate existing transportation programs operating in Harnett County as well as
provide transportation options and services for the communities within the service area. These
services are currently provided using demand response and subscription routes. Serves are
rendered by center aisle, lift equipped, minivans and light transit vehicles. The estimated amount
requested is $640,108 with the County's estimated contribution of $74,967.
Chairman Burgin called to order a public hearing on the matter and opened the meeting for
comments from the public. Seeing no one move, Chairman Burgin closed the public hearing.
Steve Berube with Harnett County Animal Services petitioned the Board for a public hearing and
approval of proposed amendment to the Municipalities Animal Control Ordinance (Town of
Angier, Coats, Erwin and Lillington) regarding the keeping of chickens. Mr. Berube reported
that the Town of Angier, Coats, Erwin and Lillington have approved the amendment.
Chaiinian Burgin called to order a public hearing on the matter and opened the meeting for
comments from the public. Seeing no one move, Chairman Burgin closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Springle moved to approve the proposed amendment to the Municipalities
Animal Control Ordinance (Town of Angier, Coats, Erwin and Lillington) regarding the keeping
of chickens. Commissioner Miller seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Chairman
Burgin thanked Animal Services staff for all they are doing.
Mr. Burns presented the following report:
- Planning Services Report October 2013
- Veteran Affairs Activities Report October 2013
- Community Development Monthly Performance Status Report Oct. 2013
- Inter -Departmental Budget Ordinance Amendments/change orders
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Mr. Burns reminded commissioners of the upcoming Local Government Association Meeting at
6:30 pm on November 19, 2013, at the Brass Lantern in Dunn.
Chairman Burgin called for any new business. Chairman Burgin thanked everyone for
supporting the 1/4 cent sales tax referendum. Mr. Burns gave an overview of the process,
including a forthcoming resolution, which would make the sales tax increase effective April 1,
2014.
Commissioner Miller moved that the Board go into closed session to 1) to consult with the
County's legal counsel in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege concerning the handling
of certain claims including the following legal action: "County of Harnett vs. Randy D. Rogers
and Gary A. House" File No. 12 CVS 890; 2) discuss matters relating to the location or
expansion of industries or other businesses in Harnett County; and 2) to discuss certain personnel
matters. This motion is made pursuant to N.C. General Statute Section 143-318.11(a)(3)(4)&(6).
Commissioner Springle seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved that the Board come out of closed session. Commissioner Springle
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
Commissioner Hill moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:13 pm. Commissioner Springle seconded
the motion which passed unanimously.
Joe Millgfr, Chairman
et Regina
eeler, Clerk
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